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Psalm 72:18 — “Who only doeth wondrous things.”

The Psalmist makes a bold declaration about God: He only does wondrous things. Everything God does carries the mark of His perfect wisdom and goodness.

Sometimes we struggle to understand that truth because we see life through limited vision. Circumstances may confuse us. Trials may weigh heavily on our hearts. Yet even when we cannot understand God’s ways, we can trust His character.

A.M. Overton captured this truth in the words:

“My Father’s way may twist and turn,
My heart may throb and ache,
But in my soul I’m glad to know,
He maketh no mistake.”

God never acts carelessly, and He never works without purpose. Every action of God flows from His perfect nature. What may seem confusing to us today will one day reveal His wisdom and goodness.

The Psalmist repeatedly celebrates this truth throughout the Psalms. In Psalm 86:10, he declares, “For thou art great, and doest wondrous things.” In Psalm 145, he speaks of God’s glorious works, His goodness, His compassion, and His mercy.

When we step back and look at creation, redemption, and the countless ways God has worked in our lives, we begin to see the wonder of His hand.

Simon Gruenberg once described God as “the uncreated Creator of everything.” From the vast galaxies to the smallest details of our lives, His works are filled with beauty and purpose.

When we recognize the greatness of what God does, gratitude naturally fills our hearts.

And that brings us back to where the Psalmist began: “Blessed be the LORD God.”

Wonder leads to worship. Worship leads to gratitude. And gratitude leads us to a state of continuous praise of the God who does wondrous things.