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He does great things too marvellous to understand (v. 10).

In 2008, the opening ceremonies of the Beijing Summer Olympics were spectacular. The 17 days of competition, full of world-record-shattering performances, were sensational. But were the 2008 Summer Games marvellous?

Before answering, first consider what the word marvellous means. The American Heritage Dictionary defines marvellous as: (1) Causing wonder or astonishment. (2) Miraculous; supernatural. Webster’s Dictionary says marvellous means: (1) Exciting wonder or surprise; astonishing; wonderful. (2) Partaking of the character of miracle, or supernatural, incredible. (3) That which exceeds natural power, or is preternatural, that which is wonderful – opposed to the probable.

Of the 12 times the word marvellous is used in Scripture (NLT version), not once does it describe a quality or accomplishment of man. In every instance, the adjective describes attributes and works of God:

·         His deeds (2 Chronicles 26:15; Job 5:9, 9:10; Psalm 9:1; Revelation 15:1, 3).

·         His grace (Galatians 1:15; Jude 1:4).

·         His glory and excellence (2 Peter 1:3).

·         His wisdom (Ezekiel 28:7).

·         His workmanship (Psalm 139:14).

·         His kindness (2 Corinthians 6:1).

Perhaps one of the most beautiful testimonies of this deeply descriptive word was when Job said, “He does great things too marvellous to understand. He performs countless miracles” (Job 5:9, 9:10).

When he made these statements, Job was covered in excruciatingly painful sores and had lost his family and his worldly possessions. Yet, nothing could stop him from marvelling at God’s deeds and miracles.

Meditate on the marvellous things that God is doing today. – Roxanne Robbins

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As God’s partners, we beg you not to accept this marvellous gift of God’s kindness and then ignore it (2 Corinthians 6:1).

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What do you think is the most marvellous thing about God? How are we changed when we marvel at God and His works?