Psalms 147:1-20
Each of the Psalms 146:1-10; Psalms 147:1-20; Psalms 148:1-14; Psalms 149:1-9; Psalms 150:1-6 begins and ends with the words, "Praise ye the LORD", i.e. "Hallelujah". This joyous shout will fill the earth when Israel is brought together again and Jerusalem rebuilt (v. 2).
In whom does the LORD take pleasure? It is in those who fear Him and who humbly hope in His mercy. By contrast He does not delight in the strength in which man prides himself (vv. 10, 11; Revelation 3:8). Even in our century which is characterised by speed, neither the "legs of a man" (v. 10) nor the latest technical discoveries are necessary for the Word of the Lord to run swiftly (v. 15; 2 Thessalonians 3:1). If every believer were to witness where he has been placed, the Gospel would spread rapidly under its own power (Psalms 68:11).
The unfathomable activity of God embraces areas as diverse as healing the broken hearted (v. 3) and counting the stars (v. 4). He causes the seasons to alternate for the benefit of His creation. He prepares the rain (v. 8; Deuteronomy 28:12), sends the snow (v. 16), causes the wind to blow (v. 18). Do we think about that when we are complaining about the weather He has given?
Yes, "great is our Lord, and of great power: his understanding is infinite" (v. 5).