S – what is a human being that you remember him, a son of man that you look after him? 

⁵ You made him little less than God^, and crowned him with glory and honor. 

Psalms 8:4–5 CSB

O – Commentary:

The rhetorical questions in verse 4 emphasize that man is an insignificant creature in the universe (cf. 144:3). Yet God cares for him immensely. It amazed David that the Lord of the universe even thinks about man.

8:5. God’s creation of man is described as one of power and dignity, for he was made … a little lower than God (’ělōhîm; cf. niv marg.). The KJV followed the Septuagint in translating this word “angels.” The NIV has chosen heavenly beings, which follows the same interpretation. Though in some cases ’ělōhîm may refer to angels, this is not its main meaning. Man was created as God’s own representative on earth, over the Creation, but lower than God. David was amazed that God should exalt finite man to such a place of honor.

 Allen P. Ross, “Psalms,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures, ed. J. F. Walvoord and R. B. Zuck, vol. 1 (Wheaton, IL: Victor Books, 1985), 797.

A – It is mind blowing when you take in the “bigness” of God and the relationship man has to Him.  Not just as a species…an individual relationship.  He created all things and holds all things while at the same time, he knows how many hairs are on my head right now, what I am feeling and what is happening tomorrow.  How can you not have hope when God is part of the equation? 

R – Heavenly Father, you are the Creator of all and hold all things.  We humble ourselves and surrender to you as our Lord and Savior.  Thank you for all that you provide for us in our relationship.  You have no limits or rival.  Help us to honor you for who you are today.