Psalm 136
His love endures forever is a phrase repeated over and over again in this Psalm. When reading Psalms, you always need to keep in mind that these are poems. It doesn't come across that way so much in English translation, but I feel that Psalm 136 has the most poetic feel in English translation.
Poetry often makes use of repetition to bring the point home. The poet is using repetition to express what God has done for His people, due to the fact of His unwavering love. There are many ways that the Lord demonstrates His love.
We can see evidence of God's love in creation. God created everything that exists in the universe. Out if His love, He allows us to enjoy this Earth as long as we don't misuse it.
God also demonstrates His enduring love by delivering His people from bondage. God promised Abraham that He would make his descendants into a mighty nation. God saw the suffering of His people in slavery, and He brought them out into the promised land.
Another way that God expresses His love is by suppling our needs. Verse 25 tells us that the Lord gives food to every creature. James tells us that every good and perfect gift comes from the Lord.
Every day, let us thank the Lord for His goodness to us. He has shown us His love on the cross. Let us show our love to the Lord by devoting our lives to His service.
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