02.136. Psalm 136

Psalms 136:1-26 This psalm is a continued exhortation to praise the Lord for the perpetual displays of his mercy. The hearty singing of it has been honoured with the most signal appearances of God’s kindness, 2 Chronicles 5:13 and 2 Chronicles 20:21-22. We are in it directed to praise God, (1.) As great and good in himself, Psalms 136:1-4. (2.) As the Creator of all things, Psalms 136:5-9. (3.) As the God and Saviour of Israel, who brought them out of Egypt, through the Red sea and wilderness, and who cast out the nations, and gave them the possession of Canaan, Psalms 136:10-22. (4.) As our gracious and condescending Redeemer, Psalms 136:23-24. (5.) As the great and sovereign Benefactor of all creatures, Psalms 136:25-26.

While I sing it, let my heart be melted, and all-inflamed, with the loving-kindness and mercy of God in Christ. Let me behold, believe, and admire the unbounded extent, and everlasting duration thereof.