You have covered all their sin. This Week ... (Psalm 85:8) As we consider the wide variety of gifts we might receive this Christmas, we could probably place those gifts in one of several categories. L ord, you were favorable to your land; you restored the fortunes of Jacob. Before him as a herald goes the righteousness which moves him to the salvation of his people. It can mean God-given prosperity (Isaiah 66:12) or a God-given covenant (Ezekiel 34:25). Sermon – Psalm 85 – Restore Us Again. The point of these question is that it comes with an expected answer of “No.”, The point of these questions is to assure the person that God is not angry and that He will revive. This works not only in restoring a relationship with God, but with others as well. LORD, you were favorable to your land; you restored the fortunes of Jacob. The Paperback Bible presents the Bible by the Book and is designed to be portable, readable, and truly personal with ample margins for notations. 8 I will hear what God, Yahweh, will speak, ), The Complete WordStudy Old Testament (Chattanooga; AMG Publishers, 1994), Baker, Warren and Carpenter, Eugene, The Complete WordStudy Dictionary: Old Testament (Chattanooga: AMG Publishers, 2003), Bromiley, Geoffrey (General Editor), The International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, Revised, 4 vols. Ver. The first is “flared nostrils,” which can be a sign of intense anger––the kind of anger that could lead to violence. (New Haven: Yale University Press, 2007), Freedman, David Noel (Ed. ), The Anchor Yale Bible Dictionary, 6 vol. but let them not turn again to folly. That God would restore Israel to an earlier state, where she was in a right relationship with Yahweh, and thus fit for salvation. Restore us again, O God of our salvation, and put away your indignation toward us. My Husband; My Wife-- Colossians 2:6-15 (16-19), Genesis 18:20-32, Hosea 1:2-10, Luke 11:1-13, Psalm 138, Psalm 85-- Dean Feldmeyer, Christopher Keating, Mary Austin, Ron Love, Bethany Peerbolte, George Reed-- Proper 12 | Ordinary Time 17 - C-- 2019. We will see more families restored. Psalm 85 is the 85th psalm of the Book of Psalms, beginning in English in the King James Version: "L ORD, thou hast been favourable unto thy land".In the Greek Septuagint version of the Bible, and in the Latin Vulgate, this psalm is Psalm 84 in a slightly different numbering system. (Psalm 85:8) As we consider the wide variety of gifts we might receive this Christmas, we could probably place those gifts in one of several categories. This leads us to the third stanza in this psalm. As we consider our spiritual conditions, remember who this God is and how He has responded to us in days gone by.2. 2 You have forgiven the iniquity of your people. Why then would the psalmist, in verses 4-7, plea for Yahweh to do these things again? Now, we see the culture is changing. One verse per line Red Letter Cross References Footnotes Strongs Numbers Hide Verse Numbers Close. Moses quoted God as saying that God would visit “the iniquity of the fathers on the children, on the third and on the fourth generation” (Numbers 14:18; see also Exodus 20:5; Deuteronomy 5:9). America….never witnessed a time in America when we as. This prayer is a prayer of restoration. 4 (Nashville: Abingdon Press, 1996), Ross, Allen P., A Commentary on the Psalms, 42-89, Vol. Yahweh no longer has cause to be angry with them. Although we have placed a time on the calendar when a group of people will come and share with us, revivals cannot be planned into tiny compartments of evenings where people “get right with God.” That can happen, but a revival is more than that. This makes us realize that there needs to be change. A Psalm. How much attention am I paying to God? “Grant us your salvation” (Hebrew: yesa) (v. 7). This verse mentions four great Old Testament virtues as if they were four people, meeting together (pagas) and embracing each other (nasaq) as Godly agents of one mind––in one accord: “Truth (Hebrew: ’emet) springs out of the earth. 85. - Verse-by-Verse Commentary We won’t stray far from the mark if we say that “good” in that account meant pleasing, proper, and as it should be. ), which the WEB has updated. It is closer to the more historic sense of a special movement of God’s Spirit that brings with it deep conviction of sin, fresh contrition and fresh holiness, and concomitant zeal for God’s Word and God’s glory—a special movement that may be as short as a few hours or as long as many years, and may result in thousands being renewed, and more thousands being converted. When God brings life to the people once again, they will rejoice––but in a particular way. “Therefore repent and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped out, that seasons of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord,” (Acts 3:19, HCSB). This is an ancient example of an on-going story we have all experienced. Our land will yield its increase. The favour of God is the fountain of happiness to nations, as well as to particular persons. Pastor Robert Vradenburgh . Carson makes an interesting comment about the modern-day revival: First, the word “revival” embedded in these questions is used a bit loosely. The condition of their homeland had declined, and life was not easy like they had dreamed it to be, and they soon forgot God. This Psalm tells us that we have called and asked God for restoration but until God has done what God is going to do, we are going to do what He has instructed us to do. What a great God that He would have mercy upon His people even in the midst of their sin and wickedness. This is the first stanza, a reminder of God’s work in the past: So Israel and Yahweh had “made up.” Exile was over. 12 The LORD will indeed give what is good, and our land will yield its harvest. The psalmist has been praying for relief for the Israelites. The word hesed has a variety of meanings, to include mercy and love. July 12, 2015 Posted in 2015 / Audio Sermons / Pastor Terry Defoe / Psalm Sermons / Sermons / ^Psalms. “You have forgiven” (Hebrew: nasa). “Selah” (v. 2b). An arrogant and frightened people refuse God's call through Isaiah to 'come back and quietly trust me' (30,15), but put their faith in the power of forbidden alliances. When we are living as God wants us to, and sharing with others, God’s church is going to see an increase. First, I have reflected on God’s goodness. The Text: “Lord, thou hast been Favourable unto thy land: Thou hast brought back the captivity of Jacob. It was a product of trust in God (Isaiah 26:3). But for God to show us the good way to live – the way that benefits us, we need to listen to God and His instruction (Psalm 85:8). Just look at the verbs that are here in this first paragraph – favorable, restored, forgave, covered, withdrew, turned from. The key word in verses 10–13, repeated three times, is “. 8-13). 2. 3. Living Psalm 85: 1-2; 8-13 for Advent 2 B, was written by the Rev. The condition of their homeland had declined, and life was not easy like they had dreamed it to be, and they soon forgot God. The Immediate Word. This Psalm tells us that we have called and asked God for restoration but until God has done what God is going to do, we are going to do what He has instructed us to do. 5. Co., 1996), Ps 85:13. However, when used to refer to Yahweh, as in this verse, the usage is called “the intensive plural” or “the majestic plural,” acknowledging that all deity is summed in Yahweh. First, I have reflected on God’s goodness. 3 You have taken away all your wrath. Because only the person you pay attention to can help you. They get back on the straight and narrow. There was a close connection between the people of Israel and their land. Now comes the hard part. Psalm 85 - NIV: You, LORD, showed favor to your land; you restored the fortunes of Jacob. Psalm 85 Prayer for the Restoration of God’s Favor - To the leader. The New Testament reminds us that we are people who are now waiting for the return Christ. 1. Surely his salvation is nigh them, &c.] Though they be so bleared oft with tears that they cannot see it, and so discouraged that they have even done looking for it, Luke 18:7-8. “Righteousness (Hebrew: sedeq) goes before him, And prepares the way for his steps” (v. 13). 9 Surely his salvation is near those who fear him, God speaks peace to us and tells us to not go back to foolish ways (Psalm 85:8). 3. 1. This transcript is intended for your personal, non-commercial use. God will bring salvation to those who respect Him (Psalm 85:9). God will do what He said about salvation. The church sees an increase (Psalm 85:11), “Truth will spring up from the earth, and righteousness will look down from heaven.” (Psalm 85:11, HCSB). 7 Show us your loving kindness, Yahweh. Church and ministry leadership resources to better equip, train and provide ideas for today's church and ministry leaders, like you. Righteousness (Hebrew: sedeq) has looked down from heaven” (v. 11). God speaks peace to us and tells us to not go back to foolish ways (Psalm 85:8). It was anything but the grand homecoming for which they had hoped, and they were severely disappointed. We are to have that working waiting until He comes. The question isn’t whether God is angry with Israel––the psalmist is certain that he is. 1 D. A. Carson, “Editorial: The Underbelly of Revival? We don’t give up hope that He is going to come.4, Prayer: Pray for patience and to not give up hope, Revival results in God working in our midst (Psalm 85:10-13), “Faithful love and truth will join together; righteousness and peace will embrace. MINISTRY OF SERMONAUDIO. “Faithful love and truth will join together; righteousness and peace will embrace.” (Psalm 85:10, HCSB). Mercifully, it is not used in the sense common in some Southern states where it often serves as the near equivalent of “evangelistic meetings” (as in “Last month we held a revival”). You want God to show Himself. Selah You withdrew all Your fury; You turned from Your burning anger.” (Psalm 85:1–3, HCSB), The first stanza of the hymn encourages us to look back at the past and to remember the mercies of God. God makes generous provision for truth and righteousness––essential components of civil and religious harmony. We will see more people commit. Desperately in need of God’s blessings as we are right now… A multitude of problems everywhere we turn…..crime probl-Em –1998-24 hours(65 murders,299 rapes,3088 assaults and. If God will offer Israel loving kindness, Israel can expect readmission into the arena of God’s grace. “The voice of one crying in the wilderness, The psalmist is asking God to restore them to life once again––to make them whole––to end their marginality and suffering. Revive Us Again - by Duncan Campbell 1. 4. You know full well that God doesn’t intend for us to just sit here in the church, maybe have a picnic or two or just enjoy being together until Jesus comes again, but we are to wait for His return. Alexander Maclaren noted, “The book of Nehemiah supplies precisely such a background as fits the psalm. The two could not be separated. In our text this morning the psalmist asks God an important question. “For the Chief Musician” (Hebrew: menasseah––leader). What will God say to us? Righteousness and peace have kissed each other. Just look at the verbs that are here in this first paragraph – favorable, restored, forgave, covered, withdrew, turned from. Psalm 85:6 says, "Will You not revive us again, that Your people may rejoice in You?" ", "Good study ....but example from ot charater may be inserted". How much attention am I paying to God?9. In other words, God will show us how to live. 9 Surely his salvation is near those who fear him, that his glory may dwell in our land. Psalm 85 is about new beginnings that only God can give. Please use these sermons as the Lord leads, but nothing on this site may be used for profit without my expressed, written permission! / -1) o: begrüßen. Psalms 85:6 . God himself appears to lead his people forward. “Yahweh, you have been favorable to your land” (v. 1a). Anderson, A.A., The New Century Bible Commentary: Psalms 73-150 (Grand Rapids: Eerdmans, 1972), Broyles, Craig C., New International Biblical Commentary: Psalms (Peabody, Massachusetts: Hendrickson Publishers, 1999, Brueggemann, Walter, The Message of the Psalms A Theological Commentary (Minneapolis: Augsburg Press, 1984), Clifford, Richard J., Abingdon Old Testament Commentaries: Psalms 73-150 (Nashville: Abingdon Press, 2003), DeClaisse-Walford, Nancy; Jacobson, Rolf A.; Tanner, Beth Laneel, The New International Commentary on the Old Testament: The Book of Psalms (Grand Rapids: Wm. From the time of the judges through the terrible suffering and partial rescue under Sennacherib (2 Kg 18,13-19.36), to the fall of Jerusalem and alter, the Hebrews had known invasion and suffering in war. We have grown up with two generations who have been faithful to God and His work here in this church. Some became warriors (1 Chronicles 12:6). 14b (Downers Grove, Illinois: Inter-Varsity Press, 1973), Limburg, James, Westminster Bible Companion: Psalms (Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, 2000, Mays, James Luther, Interpretation: Psalms (Louisville: John Knox, 1994), McCann, J. Clinton, Jr., The New Interpreter’s Bible: The Book of Psalms, Vol. Children's sermon. You forgave the iniquity of your people; you pardoned all their sin.Selah You withdrew all your wrath; you turned from your hot anger. This brings to mind John the Baptist, who proclaimed: “‘Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand!’ For this is he who was spoken of by Isaiah the prophet, saying. In Habakkuk 3:19, it is used for the leader of stringed instruments. that we are people who are now waiting for the return Christ. Truth will spring up from the earth, and righteousness will look down from heaven. That makes Korah the unlikely father of descendants who would lead music in temple worship––but that’s what happened. . A Psalm. You lifted the cloud of guilt from your people, you put their sins far out of sight. Therefore, God’s anger is appeased and is not tied to salvation. They are "spare," "restore," "draw," and "revive," and then why we pray and ask this in Jesus's name. Rev. ; and Briggs, Charles A., The Brown-Driver-Briggs Hebrew and English Lexicon (Peabody, Massachusetts: Hendrickson Publishers, 1906, 2004), Doniach, N.S. 85:6-7. What do noses have to do with anger? “You have forgiven the iniquity of your people. In Latin, it is known as "Benedixisti Domine terram tuam".In Judaism, it is called "a psalm of returned exiles". His people will follow in his steps.8 In order for God to help us in our next part of the journey as a church, we have to be living like God wants us to. He is providing. Peace (Shalom) involves the kind of tranquility that comes from knowing who you are and where you come from. The culture went south again. Psalms 85:12 - Indeed, the LORD will give what is good, And our land will yield its produce. “God saw everything that he had made, and, behold, it was very good” (tob) (Genesis 1:31). We pray for God to restore our hearts to desire Him. All Videos PDFs. Also, send me the Evangelical Newsletter and special offers. When a person expresses concern that suffering might go on forever, it often indicates that he/she has endured suffering for what seems like forever. Psalm … This Psalm may be thus divided: Ps 85:1-3, express the thanks of the people for their return from captivity; Ps 85:4-6, their prayer for their own reformation; in Ps 85:7, they pray for the coming of Messiah; Ps 85:8 contains the words of the High priest, with God's Gracious answer; which answer is followed by the grateful acclamation of the people, to the end of the Psalm. By far the most common name for God in the Old Testament is Yahweh, which means “I am who I am” (Exodus 3:14)––but elohim is the next most common. Or … 1. Sermon . That would account for the plea for mercy in verses 4-7. The word sub has a number of meanings. 12 Yes, Yahweh will give that which is good. Then I have returned to God and I make myself available for Him. He is providing what is good. This is another example of parallelism, where the second part of the verse repeats the idea of the first part. It is a renewing work of the Holy Spirit to challenge God’s people to follow Him further. Psalm 85 Home | M. Henry Commentary | Play! However, when we read the book of Ezra and the book of Nehemiah, we learn that when the people returned, they soon became discouraged and they lost faith. At the same time, we can ask for God’s help in changing me so that I can deal with the present. 3. Reflecting on Psalm 85:8-13 without the first 13 verses is akin to a liturgy that omits the call and prayer of confession, moving instead straight to the assurance of pardon. A Korah Psalm. This outline is intended for your personal, non-commercial use. Psalm 85:8-13 New International Version (NIV) 8 I will listen to what God the Lord says; he promises peace to his people, his faithful servants— but let them not turn to folly. Show us Your faithful love, Lord, and give us Your salvation.” (Psalm 85:4–7, HCSB) This is the second stanza. Truth comes up and righteousness (right living) comes down (Psalm 85:10-11). The psalm is a communal prayer for help and can be divided into three sections or stanzas, verses 1-3, 4-7, and 8-13. Humans and animals lived together in harmony, although it was clear that humans were the superior beings, created in God’s image (Genesis 1:26-27). They will rejoice at the new life coursing through their veins, naturally, but they will most especially rejoice that they are once again within the bounds of God’s grace. Show us Your faithful love, Lord, and give us Your salvation.” (Psalm 85:4–7, HCSB). But, as noted in the context above, Israel still needs forgiveness and restoration. Israel was an agricultural economy, and poverty or prosperity was determined by the harvest. 9 Surely his salvation is near those who fear him, that his glory may dwell in our land. The place has changed. The idea that punishment might continue to future generations has a Biblical foundation. Sermons.com provides sermon illustrations, sermons, powerpoint and worship resources, and children's sermons & bulletins. If we are disobedient, if we dismiss this opportunity that God has given us, we will be as lost as a person in the desert with no orientation. Later in Jacob’s life, God said to him, “Your name shall not be Jacob any more, but your name will be Israel…. God decided the issue by having the ground open up and swallow Korah and his followers. Explore the world's faith through different perspectives on religion and spirituality! SCRIPTURE QUOTATIONS are from the World English Bible (WEB), a public domain (no copyright) modern English translation of the Holy Bible. So Israel and Yahweh had “made up.” Exile was over. “God Bless America”-Psalm 85:1-13. over 50 years ago Kate Smith introduced the song; God bless. We shall enjoy the results of revival. In various contexts the word can mean anything from salvation or victory to righteous help and healing. People start living right – How God wants them to (Psalm 85:10). Psalm … If I want a movement of God to renew me to His purposes, then I have to wait for God to work. The walls of the city were still broken down. We send people ahead of the president to make sure that everything will go according to plan. They get back on the straight and narrow. Then I have returned to God and I make myself available for Him. Details are lacking but the people ask for God’s anger to cease, for national revival, and for a new display of His mercy. Sermon – Psalm 85 – Restore Us Again. At the heart of the universe is a love without limits, a love so great it refuses to be limited by what we deserve. 137. You brought good times back to Jacob! How closely am I listening to God? I will make of you a great nation” (Genesis 12:1-2). The Old Testament Readings: Psalm 85:1-2, 8-13 (Advent 2). When you pay attention to someone in authority to you and do what they tell you, benefits will follow. These rights are that every person should have food to eat, clothes to keep them warm, and a place to sleep. Psalm 85 invites us metaphorically to walk along that path and to experience the realities which accompany God on the way. In the light of those verses, “his saints” seems like a good translation here. There was enough sun and enough rain. Generations of my family have fought for her, worked for her, struggled to make ends meet in her. 3. Revival starts when I desperately cry for change (Psalm 85:4-7), “Return to us, God of our salvation, and abandon Your displeasure with us. Selah. 3 Jim Erwin, “God’s Work in Our Salvation,” Psalm 85:1-9, 4 December 2014, Lectionary Reflections Year B (2014-2015), Logos Bible Software Notes, http://www.patheos.com/blogs/jimerwin/2014/12/04/gods-work-in-our-salvation/, accessed on 30 September 2016. Now waiting doesn’t mean I am doing nothing. The word hayah means to live––to be alive. 5 Russell H. Dilday Jr. and J. Hardee Kennedy, “Psalms,” in The Teacher’s Bible Commentary, ed. It could mean the absence of warfare (Judges 4:17). (N.I.V.) The words are applicable alone, yet are designed as part of a whole. Psalm 85 was written by an unnamed son of Korah, who had a real heart for Israel, and an understanding of God's plans and purposes for His chosen nation. I have condensed the number from seven to five because it fits the flow of the last “stanza” of this psalm (Psalm 85:10-13). Intro: Ill. We know neither the author nor the background for this Psalm. When we can remember some gracious acts of God in the past. 85:6-7. Note the similarity of thought between verses 1a and 1b––an example of parallelism, a common feature of Hebrew poetry. You forgave the iniquity of your people and covered all their sins. Psalm 85:11 Psalm 85 Psalm 85:13. Indeed, children do suffer for the sins of their parents. When Yahweh first called Abram, he said, “Get out of your country, and from your relatives, and from your father’s house, to the land that I will show you. MINISTRY OF SERMONAUDIO. Psalms 85:6 . This month we have been looking at the Book of Psalms. Selah . Read: Ps. 4-7 Help us again, God of our help; don’t hold a grudge against us forever. Note: Though it has been transcribed from a version used for … He is allowing us to receive the blessings that come because of obedience. First and least importantly, there are those You have restored the fortunes of Jacob. Here in these verses, we see seven results of revival. Revival - America's Only Hope. “You have covered” (Hebrew: kasah). In 1 Chronicles 15:21, that word is used for musicians using lyres (a stringed instrument, somewhat like a harp) to lead a considerable gathering of singers and musicians. To the leader. Nasah, the verb form of menasseah, means to lead, and is used for leaders in various fields. If God will redeem Israel, then Israel can hope to see glory restored to their land. 4-7), and expresses faith that God will save them (vv. 2. 8 The desire for “restored fortunes” often had an eschatological sense as well as a temporal returning to the land from captivity. If we were to boil the fear of God down to its true essence, it ... Sweet Understanding Series Teach the Text One Volume Sermon Lori Wagner. This makes us realize that there needs to be change. (N.I.V.) The World English Bible is based on the American Standard Version (ASV) of the Bible, the Biblia Hebraica Stutgartensa Old Testament, and the Greek Majority Text New Testament. When people get their lives right, they will be willing to share the truth – the Gospel. God’s Glory in the Land Psalm 85:8-13 I love our country. “You have restored the fortunes of Jacob” (v. 1b). The music group The Texans will come to lead serves for four days. 7 Donald Williams and Lloyd J. Ogilvie, Psalms 73–150, vol. 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