Lesson 107: 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
was sung at festivals including PassoverPassover is the foundational feast of Israel, commemorating God’s deliverance from Egypt through the blood of the lamb. It marks the beginning of Israel’s covenant identity, sets the calendar’s starting point, and becomes the prophetic template fulfilled in Jesus’ crucifixion. More, celebrating deliverance and entry to the templeThe Temple was the permanent house of worship built in Jerusalem to replace the Tabernacle as the central place of sacrifice, prayer, and covenant worship for Israel. It served as the dwelling place of God's presence among His people and became one of the most sacred locations in biblical history. The Temple pointed forward to the coming of the Messiah,... More. '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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This is Yahweh’s doing. It is marvelous in our eyes.
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Save us now, we beg you, Yahweh! Yahweh, we beg you, send prosperity now.
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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?
