Read Psalm 115.
The God of the Bible is unique. There is none like Him and there is no true God besides Him. The song begins with the praise, giving glory to God.
Some question the very existence of God. Many believe there is a God in heaven, but often question what He does or does not do. However, the God of the Bible is not accountable to His creation. "Our God is in the heavens; he does all that he pleases." (v.3)
If a person rejects the God of the Bible the greater question is, "What is the alternative?" They are left to their own made up religious devices. They turn their faith to objects they made with their own hands. But those manufactured idols do not work, do not speak, do not hear, do not do anything or any good. Some worship the creation, instead of the Creator. Others, place their faith in a philosophy of one kind or another in an attempt to rationalize God out of their conscience. But none of those alternatives address their need of the forgiveness of sin and assurance of eternity.
The God of the Bible is the only One who personally involves Himself in our lives. Three times in verses 9-11 we are reminded that He is our help and shield. In other words, He is the provider of what we need and He is our protector.
“Not to us, O LORD, not to us, but to your name give glory,
for the sake of your steadfast love and your faithfulness!”
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