Psalm 149:4 For the LORD takes pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation. I. THE PEOPLE REFEREED TO. 1. They bear the Lord's name. They are His disciples, subjects, servants, soldiers. 2. They bear the Lord's image (2 Peter 1:4). 3. They possess the Lord's Spirit. He directs, comforts, and sanctifies them. 4. They are zealous for the Lord's glory. II. THE LORD'S DELIGHT IN HIS PEOPLE. 1. In their persons. 2. In their graces. 3. In their services. 4. In all their concerns. 5. At all times, and in all circumstances. (J. Burns, D. D.) Parallel Verses KJV: For the LORD taketh pleasure in his people: he will beautify the meek with salvation.WEB: For Yahweh takes pleasure in his people. He crowns the humble with salvation. |
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