Psalms 147:15
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He sends forth His command to the earth; His word runs swiftly.
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This is another psalm of praise. Some think it was penned after the return of the Jews from their captivity; but it is so much of a piece with Ps. 145 that I rather think it was penned by David, and what is said (Psa 147:2, Psa 147:13) may well enough be applied to the first building and fortifying of Jerusalem in his time, and the gathering in of those that had been out-casts in Saul's time. The Septuagint divides it into two; and we may divide it into the first and second part, but both of the same import. I. We are called upon to praise God (Psa 147:1, Psa 147:7, Psa 147:12). II. We are furnished with matter for praise, for God is to be glorified, 1. As the God of nature, and so he is very great (Psa 147:4, Psa 147:5, Psa 147:8, Psa 147:9, Psa 147:15-18). 2. As the God of grace, comforting his people (Psa 147:3, Psa 147:6, Psa 147:10, Psa 147:11). 3. As the God of Israel, Jerusalem, and Zion, settling their civil state (Psa 147:2, Psa 147:13, Psa 147:14), and especially settling religion among them (Psa 147:19, Psa 147:20). It is easy, in singing this psalm, to apply it to ourselves, both as to personal and national mercies, were it but as easy to do so with suitable affections.
Open source ↗147:15-18 Simply by speaking his command, the Lord can change the season from unbearable winter to refreshing spring (see 147:8; 148:5-6).
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They swirl about, whirling at His direction, accomplishing all that He commands over the face of all the earth.
He sent forth His word and healed them; He rescued them from the Pit.
Finally, brothers, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may spread quickly and be held in honor, just as it was with you.
For He spoke, and it came to be; He commanded, and it stood firm.
But when He remains silent, who can condemn Him? When He hides His face, who can see Him? Yet He watches over both man and nation,
Then Jesus said to the centurion, “Go! As you have believed, so will it be done for you.” And his servant was healed at that very hour.
For He spoke and raised a tempest that lifted the waves of the sea.
The Lord gives the command; a great company of women proclaim it:
Then the LORD hurled a great wind upon the sea, and such a violent storm arose that the ship was in danger of breaking apart.