God is worthy of praise due to His terrible works, which inspire awe and reverence among His people.
In Psalm 66:3, we are called to say unto God how terrible are His works. This term 'terrible' is meant to convey a sense of reverence and awe rather than fear as we may understand it today. The greatness of God's power is such that it compels every enemy to ultimately submit to Him. This submission isn't forced but comes willingly as we recognize His sovereignty and holiness. Throughout scripture, we see that God's works, especially His saving grace, reveal His worthiness. For example, Romans 5:8 shows that even while we were enemies, God demonstrated His love for us by sending Christ to die for our sins, which is the ultimate act that makes Him worthy of our praise.
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