Psalm 132:15-16

Psalm 132:15-16

The place of rest

When God says “I will” He means it! And He says this about Zion three times in these two verses: 

·      I will bless her with abundant provisions

·      I will satisfy her poor with food

·      I will clothe her priests with salvation

Joshau was reminded by the Lord, when on the brink of crossing the Jordan, “The Lord your God will give you rest by giving you this land.” Joshua 1:13. Solomon learned that once the land was at rest and no further adversaries needed to be conquered, he could build a resting place for the Lord. When He did so, the “I will’s” would be fulfilled. The people could rest, and the Lord would come to them and rest amongst them. The Temple was a symbol of rest and permanence. Rest only comes when the battles are won, the people are at peace, and the Lord is enthroned. When that happens, the “faithful people will sing for joy.”  

This is a pointer to the future of our world when Christ Himself will reign, and His people will reign with Him. The Bible talks of a day when the Satan will be bound and there will be no more war and fighting. However, let’s just apply these lessons to our current situations and to our families and churches. The same principles can be seen at work, even in our personal lives. If we deal with sin and temptation, if we make peace with our enemies and do not let them cross our borders, if we are able to claim victory over all opposing forces, then we are at rest, and it is time to exalt the Lord and put Him in His rightful place. Are our families at rest? Are our churches at rest? If they are not, we need to fight and win the battles. If they are, then let us invite the Lord to fill His Temple that we may sing His songs of joy. 

 

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