You are the God who works wonders; you have made known your might among the peoples.
English Standard Version (ESV)
This verse highlights that God's "wonders" aren't just for us to admire, but are specifically declared "among the peoples"—meaning they are meant to be seen and known by the nations, showcasing His power to the wider world. It’s a reminder that God’s actions are not always just personal experiences, but often public declarations of His might.
You are the God who works wonders; you have made known your might among the peoples.
English Standard Version (ESV)
The psalmist, gripped by despair over apparent national disaster, has spent the first part of Psalm 77 pouring out his anguish and questioning God's faithfulness. Suddenly, his perspective shifts, and he begins to recall God's mighty acts in the past, particularly the Exodus from Egypt, reminding himself that God is the true "God who works wonders" and has always shown his power to all nations.
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The psalmist declares, 'You are the God who works wonders.' This isn't just a poetic flourish; it's a theological statement about God's very nature.
Beyond Ordinary
Why does God display His strength publicly? It's not just for His chosen people.
The second part of the verse states, 'you have made known your might among the peoples.' This tells us that God's wondrous acts aren't hidden; they are meant to be seen.
A Public Declaration
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This verse, likely written during a time of national crisis or exile, recalls God's mighty acts, especially the Exodus, to remind the psalmist and the people of God's consistent power and faithfulness, even when present circumstances seem to contradict it.
c. 1446 BC— this verse
The Exodus from Egypt
God dramatically delivers the Israelites from slavery in Egypt through a series of plagues and the parting of the Red Sea, demonstrating His power to all nations.
c. 1446-1406 BC
Wilderness Wanderings
Following the Exodus, the Israelites journey through the Sinai desert for 40 years, experiencing God's provision and judgment.
c. 1200 BC
Conquest of Canaan
Under Joshua's leadership, the Israelites enter and conquer the Promised Land, fulfilling God's promise to Abraham.
During the period of the Judges
Cycles of Apostasy and Deliverance
The Israelites repeatedly turn away from God, leading to oppression, and then cry out for deliverance, which God grants through various judges.
c. 9th century BC
Prophetic Warnings
Prophets like Elijah and Elisha confront Israel's spiritual decay and warn of coming judgment, while still pointing to God's faithfulness.
722 BC
Fall of the Northern Kingdom (Israel)
The Assyrian Empire conquers the northern kingdom of Israel, exiling its people and scattering them among the nations.
586 BC
Fall of Jerusalem and Babylonian Exile
The Babylonians conquer the southern kingdom of Judah, destroy Jerusalem and the Temple, and exile the people, marking a period of profound national crisis.
This passage directly echoes Psalm 77:14, highlighting God's uniqueness in performing wonders and His great strength that is evident among His people and the surrounding nations.
Isaiah 43:14-15These verses speak of God as the Redeemer who works wonders and declares His strength, similar to Psalm 77:14, emphasizing His powerful acts on behalf of His people against the nations.
Daniel 4:3This verse from Daniel speaks of the 'signs and wonders that the Most High God has done,' directly aligning with the theme of God working wonders and making His might known among peoples.
Luke 1:49Mary's Magnificat in Luke echoes the sentiment of Psalm 77:14, proclaiming that the 'Mighty One has done great things for me,' highlighting God's powerful and wondrous acts.
poolePsalms 77:14: "Thou art the God that doest wonders: thou hast declared thy strength among the people."
By the mighty effects of it here following.
pulpitPsalms 77:14: "Thou art the God that doest wonders: thou hast declared thy strength among the people."
Verse 14. - Thou art the God that doest wonders. The gods of the heathen could do nothing. They were weakness, vanity, nothingness. Jehovah alone was powerful. He could work, and could "work wonders." This clause prepares the way for the magnificent description of the deliverance of Israel at the Red Sea, which occupies vers. 16-19. Thou hast declared thy strength among the people; rather, amo…
This verse highlights that God's "wonders" aren't just for us to admire, but are specifically declared "among the peoples"—meaning they are meant to be seen and known by the nations, showcasing His power to the wider world. It’s a reminder that God’s actions are not always just personal experiences, but often public declarations of His might.
The psalmist, gripped by despair over apparent national disaster, has spent the first part of Psalm 77 pouring out his anguish and questioning God's faithfulness. Suddenly, his perspective shifts, and he begins to recall God's mighty acts in the past, particularly the Exodus from Egypt, reminding himself that God is the true "God who works wonders" and has always shown his power to all nations.
The psalmist, gripped by despair over apparent national disaster, has spent the first part of Psalm 77 pouring out his anguish and questioning God's faithfulness. Suddenly, his perspective shifts, and he begins to recall God's mighty acts in the past, particularly the Exodus from Egypt, reminding himself that God is the true "God who works wonders" and has always shown his power to all nations.
"You are the God who works wonders; you have made known your might among the peoples." — This verse highlights that God's "wonders" aren't just for us to admire, but are specifically declared "among the peoples"—meaning they are meant to be seen and known by the nations, showcasing His p…
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Last reviewed October 2026