PSALM PSALM—NOTE ON PSALMS 125:1. This psalm assures the Lord’s people that remaining loyal to him really is worthwhile. It is possible that some of Zion’s citizens might become unfaithful, but the Lord will publicly vindicate those who remain faithful. Like Psalms 122:1, this psalm stresses the ide... [ Continue Reading ]
PSALM—NOTE ON PSALMS 125:3 The SCEPTER OF WICKEDNESS is kingly power held by Israelites who do not serve God and his people (the RIGHTEOUS). The Lord intends to protect his city, not simply from enemies outside the walls (v. Psalms 125:2) but from enemies within. SHALL NOT REST ON THE LAND. God will... [ Continue Reading ]
PSALM—NOTE ON PSALMS 125:4 The Lord really does reward the faithful (v. Psalms 125:4), and he really does remove the unfaithful (v. Psalms 125:5) from his people. PEACE will certainly BE UPON ISRAEL when God so visibly validates the truthfulness of his word and when his people embrace it. ⇐ ⇔... [ Continue Reading ]