Besides a focus on what God has said, the Psalmist then focuses on what God has done in Ps. 33:4—and all his work is done in faithfulness. The Hebrew word, faithfulness, has been defined as being “totally or completely dependable.”
It’s as if the Psalmist is challenging the reader to try to find one of God’s acts that is contrary to his character or promises, which would thus make him undependable. So instead of seeking to twist God’s arm to conform with our desires, we should be taking inventory constantly of how his righteous promises are coming to pass all the time and all around us.
Now look at v.5 where the Psalmist reveals what the Lord loves, namely righteousness and justice. These are closely related terms and pertain to conformity to the right standard and fairness. He loves these characteristics because they also describe his word and his work. Not only should we love what God loves, but we must recognize that giving him praise for his righteous and just dealings with mankind gives him glory. On the other, what is true if we complain against what God does, even if that complaint doesn’t make it beyond our minds?—that’s stealing glory from God, while seeking to dethrone him! Who can challenge God with a legitimate indictment that he did something unrighteous or unjust? How could we have a more righteous or just perspective than all-good and all-wise Lord of heaven and earth?
Lastly in v.5, the Psalmist notes that the earth is full of the lovingkindness of the Lord. This is his loyal, covenant love and this verse does not mean that everyone on earth experiences or receives this love. However, it does mean that whatever God does in faithfulness, righteousness and justice, he does also in his lovingkindness towards those who are gracious recipients of that saving love. This is how David can conclude Ps. 23 with these words: 6 Surely goodness and lovingkindness will pursue me all the days of my life…
There is nothing that can happen in our lives or on a national level or even an international scale that can prevent God’s lovingkindness from filling the earth. That love propelled the Father to send the Son of God to spill his blood, which in turn, provided the greatest demonstration of that love. And for those who are in Christ, we know that God causes all things to work together for good to those who love God, to those who are called according to His purpose. How often do you, with eyes of faith, take note of his special love towards you? OR do you often think that disease or mistreatment or your sin or even a national election can prevent that love from providing spiritual protection and security?
Hopefully you agree that the Psalmist has provided tremendous reasons why God deserves your wholehearted trust.
Why is God worthy of wholehearted trust?
