Easy Bible・Psalms 118

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good

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About this Chapter

Psalms 118 is a song of praise and thanksgiving to the Lord. It begins with a call to give thanks to the Lord, for he is good and his love endures forever. The psalmist expresses gratitude for God's salvation and deliverance, acknowledging that the Lord is his strength and his song. The psalmist also recounts a personal experience of being surrounded by enemies but being victorious with the help of the Lord. The psalm concludes with a declaration of praise and a call for all to give thanks to the Lord. The key verse of this chapter, verse 24, says: 'This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.' This verse reminds us that every day is a gift from God, and we should approach each day with joy and gratitude. It is a reminder to focus on the present moment and find reasons to be thankful, even in the midst of challenges. The overall message of Psalms 118 is to give thanks to the Lord and trust in his unfailing love. It encourages us to remember God's faithfulness in the past and to rely on him in the present. It reminds us that God is our strength and our salvation, and we can find hope and joy in him. This psalm serves as a reminder to always give thanks to the Lord, for he is good and his love endures forever.