02.126. Psalm 126

Psalms 126:1-6 A Song of degrees. This psalm relates to some remarkable deliverance of the Jewish church, perhaps from Babylon, as typical of those of the gospel church; and, (1.) Represents great admiration of, and thankfulness for the deliverance, Psalms 126:1-3. (2.) Contains prayers for, and encouragement to saints exercised with tribulations, Psalms 126:4-6.

While I sing, let me admire the Lord’s kindness to my country, to his gospel church ­ to mankind ­ to my soul. And, in my remaining distress, personal or relative, let me sow in mourning and supplication, that I may through grace reap joyful deliverances, and everlasting consolations.