Topical Bible: Morning: The Outgoings of, Made to Rejoice

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The concept of morning in the Bible often symbolizes new beginnings, hope, and the faithfulness of God. The phrase "the outgoings of the morning" refers to the daily renewal of creation and the consistent order established by God. This imagery is rich with theological significance, emphasizing God's sovereignty and the joy that accompanies His creation.

In Psalm 65:8 , the psalmist declares, "Those who live far away fear Your wonders; You make the dawn and sunset shout for joy." This verse highlights the awe-inspiring nature of God's creation, where the morning is personified as rejoicing. The "outgoings" of the morning are a testament to God's creative power and His ability to instill joy and wonder in the hearts of His people.

The morning is also a time of renewal and mercy. Lamentations 3:22-23 states, "Because of the loving devotion of the LORD we are not consumed, for His mercies never fail. They are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness!" Here, the morning is a daily reminder of God's unfailing mercy and faithfulness. Each new day brings with it the opportunity for renewal and the assurance of God's steadfast love.

In the context of worship and devotion, the morning holds a special place. Psalm 5:3 expresses the psalmist's commitment to seeking God early in the day: "In the morning, O LORD, You hear my voice; at daybreak I lay my plea before You and wait in expectation." The morning is depicted as an ideal time for prayer and communion with God, setting the tone for the day with a heart of expectation and trust.

The joy associated with the morning is not merely a natural phenomenon but a reflection of God's intentional design. In Genesis 1:5 , God establishes the cycle of day and night: "God called the light 'day,' and the darkness He called 'night.' And there was evening, and there was morning—the first day." This divine order underscores the rhythm of life and the assurance that each morning brings a fresh start, a new creation.

Furthermore, the morning is often linked with the light of Christ, who is described as the "morning star" in Revelation 22:16 : "I, Jesus, have sent My angel to give you this testimony for the churches. I am the Root and the Offspring of David, the bright Morning Star." This title for Christ signifies hope, guidance, and the promise of His return, illuminating the spiritual significance of the morning as a time of anticipation and joy.

In summary, the outgoings of the morning in the Bible are imbued with themes of joy, renewal, and divine faithfulness. The morning serves as a daily reminder of God's creative power, His mercies that are new every day, and the hope found in Christ, the bright Morning Star.

Torrey's Topical Textbook

Psalm 65:8
They also that dwell in the uttermost parts are afraid at your tokens: you make the outgoings of the morning and evening to rejoice.
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Psalm LXV.
... perish." [2570] Nobly here he hath set down, "Thou wilt delight outgoings in morning
and in ... of that very meat for which it was not fit, for it milk is made. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm lxv.htm

Praises and Vows Accepted in Zion
... of sweet spices, mingled according to the art of the apothecary": the thanksgiving
which is made up of ... He makes the outgoings of the morning to rejoice, let ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 17 1871/praises and vows accepted in.htm

The Voice of Stern Rebuke
... Thou makest the outgoings of the morning and evening to rejoice. ... In wisdom
has Thou made them all: The earth is full of Thy riches. ...
/.../white/the story of prophets and kings/chapter 10 the voice of.htm

The Magnificat
... God's voice is made more sure to our weakness when it ... exultant heart, and of God,
to whom its outgoings turn ... No shadows are yet cast across the morning of which ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture e/the magnificat.htm

The Holy Spirit Convincing the World of Sin, Righteousness, and ...
... knowing, that, "though sorrow may endure for a night, joy will come in the morning.". ...
He made you, and not you yourselves. ... Let us now see thy outgoings! ...
/.../selected sermons of george whitefield/the holy spirit convincing the.htm

The Servant's Triumph
... light, as of rocky cliffs in morning sunshine, attesting ... expectation seemed to be
annihilated and made ludicrous by ... the powers of the soul and outgoings of the ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture h/the servants triumph.htm

Eyes Right
... than light; and they need to be watched in their outgoings lest the ... Who made thee
desire him? ... Every morning they think of what they should feel: all day long ...
//christianbookshelf.org/spurgeon/sermons on proverbs/eyes right.htm

South -- the Image of God in Man
... nature in its cradle, and trace the outgoings of the ... Having now made our way through
this false opinion, we ... open as the day, untainted as the morning, full of ...
/.../various/the worlds great sermons vol 2/south the image of.htm

Appendix.
... our successions ultimately come, we find her outgoings and advances ... The next morning
a neighbor, who had not the ... me) that there is no alteration made but what ...
/.../various/the sermons and addresses at the seabury centenary/appendix.htm

The Life and Death of Mr. Badman,
... or take no notice of such high outgoings of God ... Mr. Attentive; whither are you walking
so early this morning? ... may by the hearing thereof, be made afraid, and ...
/.../bunyan/the works of john bunyan volumes 1-3/the life and death of.htm