Psalms 95:5
The sea is his, and he made it: and his hands formed the dry land.
Psalms 95:5
“The sea is his, and he made it: and his hands formed the dry land.” This verse continues the creation motif, extending to the chaotic sea—the ancient symbol of danger, depth, and unknown threats. By declaring that the sea belongs to God and that He formed the dry land, the psalmist asserts God’s comprehensive sovereignty over the entire cosmos. The sea, with its power to destroy and to provide, becomes a testament to divine craftsmanship and governance. In Israelite life, the sea represented not only a threat but also a source of livelihood; thus this verse reinforces the idea that both calamity and provision are under God’s design. It also sets up the following exhortation to worship and obedience, rooted in awe of the Creator who spoke creation into existence.
This line reinforces the creator-creature relationship and the sufficiency of God’s power. It shapes trust in God’s ability to govern both known and unknown realms. The verse supplies a robust argument against idolatry—if God controls the sea and land, earthly idols cannot compare. It anchors moral responsibility in the Creator’s authority.
In practical terms, the verse invites you to trust God with life’s unpredictable seas—economic downturns, health crises, or relational storms. Consider how you steward oceans and lands—issues of climate and conservation—recognizing God’s ownership over the whole world. In daily life, you can practice faith-filled risk-taking: start new ventures or relationships with prayerful discernment, knowing God holds both the seas and your future.
Cross-References: Genesis 1:9-10; Psalm 33:6-9; Psalm 104:24-26; Psalm 104:28-29; Isaiah 42:9