Lesson 107: Psalms 118:24
Psalms 118:24
The Blueprint — The Verse
The LORD has done it this very day; let us rejoice today and be glad.
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The Context — The History
Psalm 118 was sung at festivals including Passover, celebrating deliverance and entry to the temple. ‘This day’ language later echoed in Jesus’ triumphal entry when crowds quoted this psalm.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
The psalmist recounts distress, prayer, and rescue, declaring that the stone the builders rejected became the cornerstone. God’s saving act becomes the reason for immediate joy and gladness.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Psalms 118:23
This is Yahweh’s doing. It is marvelous in our eyes.
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Read the verse immediately before this lesson (Psalms 118:23) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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Psalms 118:25
Save us now, we beg you, Yahweh! Yahweh, we beg you, send prosperity now.
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Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Psalms 118:25) to continue the passage.
Discussion
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What has the LORD done 'this very day' worth rejoicing over?
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How does remembering deliverance fuel present joy?
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Why rejoice today rather than postpone gladness?
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