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- John Gill
John Gill Bible Commentary
The Lord hath done great things for us,.... These words are generally supposed to be the words of the Jews, taking up those of the Gentiles, and confirming them; acknowledging that the Lord had done great things for them indeed; which, had they not owned, they would have been exceeding ungrateful; had they been silent concerning them, the stones would have cried out, and the very Heathens condemned them. But I see not why they may not be thought to be the words of those among the Heathens continued; declaring that the great things done were not for the Jews only, but for them also; as the great redemption by Christ is of persons out of every tongue, people, and nation; for he is the propitiation, not for the Jews only, but for the sins of the whole world; and having this in view, thus they express themselves. The work of redemption is a great thing of itself; the produce of great wisdom; the effect of great love; procured at a great price, for great sinners, by a great Saviour; and is not only a deliverance from sin, Satan, and the law; but contains many great and glorious blessings in it, as justification, remission of sins, adoption, and eternal life; whereof we are glad; that those great things are done without us, finished by the Redeemer himself; that they are so great and glorious, so rich and plenteous, so full and free, and suitable to us; and done for us sinners of the Gentiles, so unworthy of them, who are by nature children of wrath as others.
Psalms 126:3
Zion’s Captives Restored
2Then our mouths were filled with laughter, our tongues with shouts of joy. Then it was said among the nations, “The LORD has done great things for them.” 3The LORD has done great things for us; we are filled with joy.
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His Name -- Wonderful!
By C.H. Spurgeon3.0K42:18EXO 14:22PSA 55:22PSA 89:7PSA 126:3ISA 9:6MAT 11:281TH 4:16In this sermon, the preacher describes a time when the world as we know it will come to an end. He speaks of the earth's bowels moving and the dead rising from their graves. The preacher also mentions the sea giving up those it has swallowed, creating an army of men standing before God. He emphasizes the surpassing wonder of Christ and how all the wonders we have seen in the world pale in comparison. The preacher then shares a personal experience of being condemned by the law and the intense suffering he endured. However, he finds hope in the message of God's mercy and salvation. The sermon concludes with a reference to a bright spot in the future where peace, prosperity, and blessedness will prevail.
At Terce, Sext and None on Monday
By St. Benedict of Nursia0PSA 118:1PSA 119:105PSA 120:1PSA 121:7PSA 122:1PSA 123:2PSA 124:8PSA 126:3PSA 127:1St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the importance of daily recitation of Psalms during specific Hours, starting with Psalms 118 on Sunday and Monday, followed by Psalms 119 to 127 from Tuesday onwards at Terce, Sext, and None. The repetition of these Psalms daily until Sunday is encouraged, maintaining consistency in the arrangement of hymns, lessons, and verses for each day, ensuring that Prime on Sunday always commences with Psalms 118.
The Great Things God Has Done for His People
By William Gadsby02SA 23:5PSA 126:3ISA 55:3LUK 5:31JHN 6:37JHN 17:6ROM 3:19ROM 8:292CO 3:5EPH 1:5HEB 9:221PE 3:18William Gadsby preaches about the great mysteries of salvation that many struggle to comprehend, including God's saving power for even the worst sinners, the method of salvation through God's electing love, and the role of God the Spirit in revealing and maintaining salvation in the hearts of believers. He emphasizes the need for true surrender and acknowledgment of one's sinful state before experiencing God's compassion and love. Gadsby highlights the importance of being part of God's spiritual family, predestined for eternal life, and the necessity of being brought out of spiritual captivity to truly understand and appreciate the great things God has done for His people.
The Lord Had Made Them Joyful, and Turned
By F.B. Meyer0The Joy of the LordGod's SovereigntyGEN 39:21EXO 3:21DEU 16:15EZR 6:22NEH 8:10PSA 126:3PRO 21:1DAN 1:9JHN 15:11JUD 1:24F.B. Meyer emphasizes that God has the power to turn the hearts of men, as demonstrated in the lives of biblical figures like Joseph, Moses, and Daniel. He encourages believers to seek God's glory and will in their requests, trusting that God can influence even those in positions of power on their behalf. Meyer reminds us to embrace the joy that God provides, urging us not to fear expressing our happiness, as it is a reflection of God's blessings. He highlights that joy is a divine gift meant to be celebrated, and that we should rejoice in all the good things God gives us.
Exposition on Psalm 127
By St. Augustine0PSA 126:1PSA 126:3PRO 8:3JHN 10:91CO 15:51EPH 2:14St. Augustine preaches on the significance of the Psalms, particularly Psalm 126, highlighting the allegorical interpretation of Solomon as a representation of Christ, the True Peacemaker. He emphasizes the importance of God's role in building His house and the Church, underscoring the need for humility and reliance on God's guidance. St. Augustine delves into the concept of rising before dawn symbolizing arrogance and the necessity of waiting for Christ's light. He also discusses the resurrection of the dead and the Church as the mother of believers, emphasizing the spiritual birth and growth of God's people.
Count Your Blessings
By John Henry Jowett0PSA 16:5PSA 103:2PSA 105:6PSA 116:12PSA 126:3John Henry Jowett emphasizes the importance of counting our blessings in every area of our lives, including personal struggles and disappointments, as well as the blessings inherited from the sacrifices of those who came before us. He encourages the congregation to search for tokens of the Lord's presence even in the darkest patches of life, reminding them that mercies abound on every hand.
- John Gill
John Gill Bible Commentary
The Lord hath done great things for us,.... These words are generally supposed to be the words of the Jews, taking up those of the Gentiles, and confirming them; acknowledging that the Lord had done great things for them indeed; which, had they not owned, they would have been exceeding ungrateful; had they been silent concerning them, the stones would have cried out, and the very Heathens condemned them. But I see not why they may not be thought to be the words of those among the Heathens continued; declaring that the great things done were not for the Jews only, but for them also; as the great redemption by Christ is of persons out of every tongue, people, and nation; for he is the propitiation, not for the Jews only, but for the sins of the whole world; and having this in view, thus they express themselves. The work of redemption is a great thing of itself; the produce of great wisdom; the effect of great love; procured at a great price, for great sinners, by a great Saviour; and is not only a deliverance from sin, Satan, and the law; but contains many great and glorious blessings in it, as justification, remission of sins, adoption, and eternal life; whereof we are glad; that those great things are done without us, finished by the Redeemer himself; that they are so great and glorious, so rich and plenteous, so full and free, and suitable to us; and done for us sinners of the Gentiles, so unworthy of them, who are by nature children of wrath as others.