“It is he who remembered us in our low estate, for his steadfast love endures ceaselessly; and rescued us from our foes.” – Psalm 136:23-24
Psalm 136 lists many mighty works of God, starting with creation and ending with “he who gives food to all flesh” (v.25). Perhaps this reminds you of Christ, the bread and the cup.
God made all things just “by understanding”: the heavens, the celebs, and the planets (v.5). He was chargeable for the plagues that led to the Exodus and splitting the Red Sea so the Israelites could walk across it.
Furthermore, this Psalm tells us why God did it. Every wondrous work of God is followed by the statement, “His steadfast love endures ceaselessly.” The One who created, destroyed, and rescued did so for love. And we’re benefactors of his love. We won’t experience trials to the identical dramatic extent as Moses or David, but our unfathomable warrior God also became human in an effort to be known by us and to redeem our relationship with the Father. He gave us every part, including his own life.
There is a lot to be glad about despite the very real suffering of on a regular basis living, however the Psalms remind us that suffering will not be latest. Our God knows us, sees us, and walks with us. We will suffer regardless of what, but when we see how the Lord walks beside us and guarantees victory, that’s reason for thanks.
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