11.5.24. Blessings from Suffering

Psalm 126 Proof of God’s Care! 

The Jews have been in Babylon for 70 +/- years per God’s decree for their sin. What were they doing there? Jeremiah told them to build houses, build families, etc. As they lived and worked there in Babylon, one man, Ezra, studied and spent his time recording the words of God. Another, Ezekiel, lay on his side after making a replica of Jerusalem for x number of days. When the time drew near for God’s plan for their release, because of these faithful men, the people began to now recall:  “The Lord has accomplished great things for these people.”  The Lord did indeed accomplish great things for us. We were happy.” [Ps 126:3] The great king Cyrus released them and all of the Temple’s treasures and they sang this psalm as they walked for months from Babylon back to Jerusalem. 

Stop and consider these words and praise God for even in the midst of deep trials, He has done great things for us.He has sustained us, provided for our every need, built families, brought men to teach us about God. Surely this is a day to praise Him. 

What blessings do you recall as you think about your trials? God has done great things for you. Romans 5:3-5  “rejoice in sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance, character, and character, hope.  And hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts.” These are the great things God has done for you as you look back at your time of suffering.