Julie
Solomon praises God for fulfilling his promise to the people of Israel. God reminds Solomon that the people will be protected as long as they follow the will of God, but if they stray...yet again...then they will be punished and removed from the land that God has provided.
This psalm seems to be talking about the humbleness of God and the awe-inspiring power that he has. They are praising him for making us in light of all of the other majestic things that he created. It's almost a humble praise for God making us when he has also made so many wonderful things.
Michelle
Chapter 8 felt really long to read. But seemed to be prayers to God for the people. The part that stood out was 56-61. Not sure why but it felt like something I should be praying now. Then the Lord appears to Solomon and reminds him that they must keep their focus on God and if they turn away what will happen to them.
The psalm seems to be stating how majestic God is and all how he has made us and all the creatures of earth.
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