Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 20; Psalm 107; Isaiah 47; Revelation 17
Let the redeemed of the LORD say so, whom he hath redeemed from the hand of the enemy; (Psalms 107:2)
Israel had been redeemed by the mighty hand of God from the bondage they were subject to in Egypt. In other words they were set free from their slavery and bondage. This Psalm remembers the mighty acts of God that he wrought for the children of Israel. It is cyclical in that it shows how the Israelites got into trouble and then:
Then they cried unto the LORD in their trouble, and he delivered them out of their distresses. (Psalms 107:6)
This phrase is repeated four times in the Psalm. As we look to the nation of Israel we see a marvelous example of how God deals with his covenant people. They were not especially righteous. As a matter of fact, they repeatedly dealt with idolatry and had a hard time following God. Yet, he continually listened to their prayers and delivered them. God had bound himself with an oath to Abraham saying he would bless his descendants and again with David saying he would be with the kings of Judah and God was faithful to those covenants!
This Psalm is a strong reminder to remember the mighty acts of God and to encourage us that:
Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! (Psalms 107:8)
Have you been redeemed by the precious blood of God's lamb, Jesus?
Forasmuch as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot: (1 Peter 1:18-19)
Have you been set free from the bondage of sin though faith in Jesus Christ?
Being then made free from sin, ye became the servants of righteousness. (Romans 6:18)
If this is true of you, then say so! Tell people of the marvelous works of the Almighty God. Tell of the redemption that you have through the blood of Jesus Christ. Open wide your mouth and declare that you have been redeemed and that others can be redeemed as well. 'Whosoever will' may have redemption through Jesus Christ.
But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption: That, according as it is written, He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord. (1 Corinthians 1:30-31)
Let's glory in the Lord for he has done marvelous things!
In Christ,
Rody
