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April 24, 2026 (Gregorian calendar/4th month/Day 113)
Friday, 16 Meyazya 2018 (Ethiopian calendar/8th month)
Ziw (Zif) זו 1 (Enochian calendar/2nd month/Bright flowers)
~ Noah Enters the Ark/The people are numbered by Mosheh/Omer 6
2 May, 2026 (International Fixed calendar)
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Month of the Flower Moon…Ka wa ni (Cherokee Moon)
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Psalm 104:1-9
(Matthews Bible)
Praise the LORD O my soul: O LORD my God, thou art become exceedingly glorious, thou art clothed with majesty and honour.
Thou deckest thyself with light,as it were with a
2 garment, thou spreadest out the heaven like a curtain. Thou
3 boltest it above with waters, thou makest the clouds thy char-iot,
and goest upon the wings of the wind. Thou makest thine
4 angels spirits, and thy ministers flames of fire. Thou hast
5 laid the earth upon her foundation, that it never moveth at
any time. Thou coveredst it with the deep like as with a gar-
6 ment, so that the waters stand above the hills. But at thy
7 rebuke they flee, at the voice of thy thunder they are afraid.
8 (Then are the hills seen aloft, and the valleys beneath in
9 their bounds, which they may not pass,
that they turn not again to cover the earth.

summary:

How Many Are Your Works, O LORD!

Verses 1–4: Praise to the Majestic Creator
The psalm opens with the worshiper stirring his own soul to bless the LORD, picturing God clothed in dazzling light, spreading out the heavens like a tent, riding on the clouds, and commanding the winds and flames. Creation is described as God’s servant, carrying out His purposes with effortless power.

Verses 5–9: Foundation and Flood Boundaries
God establishes the earth on secure foundations so that it “should never be moved.” He allows the primeval waters briefly to cover the mountains, then speaks, and the waters flee to the boundaries He sets. The memory of the Flood lingers—yet the psalmist highlights that the Lord has fixed limits the waters “may not pass again.”

Authorship and Setting
• Hebrew manuscripts give no superscription, yet Jewish tradition and many early Christian writers attributed Psalm 104 to David.
• The language fits the unified praise style found in Davidic psalms such as 103, though an exact date cannot be fixed.
• The song was likely used in temple worship during harvest festivals when Israel celebrated God’s goodness in creation.

Practical Application for Today
• Wonder leads to worship: noticing everyday providence—rainfall, sunrise, food on the table—stirs thankful praise.
• Confidence in uncertainty: the same God who set boundaries for chaotic waters can set limits on any crisis believers face.

Teaching Points:
God’s Majesty in Creation
Psalm 104:1-4 describes God’s majesty and splendor, likening Him to a king clothed in light. He wraps Himself in light as with a garment; He stretches out the heavens like a tent (Psalm 104:2).
Order and Provision
Verses 5-18 highlight God’s establishment of the earth’s foundations and His provision for all creatures. He set the earth on its foundations, never to be moved.

verses 10-18
10 He sends forth springs in the valleys;
they flow between the mountains.
11 They give drink to every beast of the field;
the wild donkeys quench their thirst.
12 The birds of the air nest beside the springs;
they sing among the branches.
13 He waters the mountains from His chambers;
the earth is satisfied by the fruit of His works.
14 He makes the grass grow for the livestock and provides crops for man to cultivate, bringing forth food from the earth:
15 wine that gladdens the heart of man, oil that makes his face to shine,
and bread that sustains his heart.
16 The trees of the LORD have their fill, the cedars of Lebanon that He planted,
17 where the birds build their nests; the stork makes her home in the cypresses.
18 The high mountains are for the wild goats, the cliffs a refuge
for the rock badgers.

Practical Applications:
Cultivate Awe and Wonder
Take time to observe and appreciate the beauty of creation around you, recognizing it as a reflection of God’s glory.

Trust in God’s Provision
Remember that just as God provides for the needs of His creation, He is faithful to provide for you.

Embrace God’s Order
Acknowledge the order and purpose God has established in the world and seek to align your life with His design.

Live Sustainably
Consider how you can care for the environment as a steward of God’s creation, reflecting His love and care.

Praise Continually
Make a habit of praising God for His creation and His ongoing work in your life.

Psalm 104 is a profound hymn of praise that acknowledges the sovereignty and majesty of God as Creator. It explores the interconnectedness of creation and the dependence of all life on God’s provision and sustenance. This psalm invites the reader into a deep appreciation for the world around us and provides a unique perspective on our place within God’s creation.

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