What is the context?
God’s works and precepts are described as true, just, trustworthy, and enduring. Redemption and covenant lead into the confession that His name is holy and awesome.
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and understanding is joined to following His instruction. Knowing is expected to shape conduct.
The ending therefore gives praise a practical consequence. Reverence receives and responds rather than making God an object to control.
How is this passage commonly understood?
Wesley relates the redemption to the exodus and then to Christ. The USCCB note explains fear here through reverence. Neither requires calling every feeling of anxiety wisdom or rejecting careful inquiry.
Where does this fit in God's plan?
Hebrews 9:11–15 supports Wesley’s Christian redemption parallel through Christ’s self-offering and eternal redemption. Hebrews does not directly quote Psalm 111. Its explicit account develops the saving theme without replacing the remembered deliverance in the psalm.
What is our position?
We don't have a position on this passage yet. When our study reaches a conclusion the text supports, it will appear here.
Where can I study this further?
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