Main Highlights
A description of the blessings and character of the righteous person who fears the Lord and delights in His commandments.
Key Verses
“Blessed is the man who fears the Lord, who greatly delights in his commandments!”- Psalm 112:1
“Wealth and riches are in his house, and his righteousness endures forever.”- Psalm 112:3
“He does not fear bad news; his heart is firm, trusting in the Lord.”- Psalm 112:7
Related Scripture
"But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you."- Matthew 6:33
Scholar Insight
""Psalm 112 is an 'echo' psalm to Psalm 111. Where Psalm 111 celebrates God's attributes and actions, Psalm 112 describes the character and blessings of those who reflect God's character in their lives." - Willem VanGemeren, "Psalms," in The New International Commentary on the Old Testament (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1991)."
Theological Analysis
What we learn about God
This psalm indirectly reveals God's character by describing the qualities He blesses and cultivates in those who follow Him: righteousness, generosity, compassion, and faithfulness.
Christological Connection
Jesus embodies the perfect example of the righteous person described in the Psalm. He perfectly feared the Lord and delighted in His commandments.
Systematic Theology
Sanctification, the process of becoming more like Christ through the power of the Holy Spirit and obedience to God's commands.
Law & Grace
This psalm emphasizes the blessings that come from aligning one's life with God's law, but the ability to delight in His commandments is ultimately an act of grace.
Personal Application
We should strive to cultivate the virtues described in the Psalm, fearing the Lord, delighting in His commandments, and showing compassion to others, trusting that God will provide for our needs. "He is gracious, merciful, and righteous." (Psalm 112:4)