Psalm 115
Psalm 115 Meaning
Psalm 115 contrasts the living God with lifeless idols that have mouths but cannot speak and eyes but cannot see. It insists that glory belongs not to us but to God's name.
It urges Israel to trust in the LORD, their help and shield, and promises that God will bless those who fear Him, small and great alike.
Key verses from Psalm 115
“Not unto us, O LORD, not unto us, but unto thy name give glory, for thy mercy, and for thy truth’s sake.”
Psalm 115:1
“But our God is in the heavens: he hath done whatsoever he hath pleased.”
Psalm 115:3
“Ye that fear the LORD, trust in the LORD: he is their help and their shield.”
Psalm 115:11
“He will bless them that fear the LORD, both small and great.”
Psalm 115:13
How Psalm 115 points to Jesus
In Jesus the invisible God is made known, so glory goes to His name, not to us. He is the help and shield in whom we trust, and the blessing on all who fear Him.