This Is the Day the Lord Has Made (Psalm 118) | Charles Spurgeon

Deep Dive into The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon - Psalm 118Charles Spurgeon's commentary on Psalm 118 characterizes it as a triumphant national hymn, likely authored by David, which was sung when the foundation of the Lord's temple was laid. While the psalm primarily recounts the experiences of a divinely chosen champion who overcame rejection and violent opposition, it also serves as a profound prophetic vision of Jesus Christ.The composition begins with an earnest call for all of Israel, the priests, and those who fear God to express profound gratitude for his eternal mercy and inherent goodness. The psalmist emphasizes that it is infinitely wiser and safer to place complete confidence in the Lord rather than trusting in the unreliable power of mortal men or earthly princes.The narrative transitions to describe the hero being completely surrounded by hostile nations, comparing their relentless attacks to a swarm of aggressive bees. However, armed with faith and invoking the name of the Lord, the champion confidently declares that his enemies will be quickly extinguished like a brief fire of thorns. Acknowledging that God is his strength and salvation, the psalmist celebrates his deliverance from the brink of death. He notes that God often uses severe chastisements to keep successful saints humble, but mercifully limits these trials so they do not end in destruction.A central motif of the psalm is the stone rejected by the builders, which miraculously becomes the chief cornerstone. Spurgeon explains that this imagery mirrors David's unexpected rise to the throne, but more importantly, it prophesies the resurrection and exaltation of Jesus Christ after his rejection by religious leaders. The text concludes by celebrating the new era or the day which the Lord has made with joyous cries for salvation, ultimately circling back to its initial theme of praising God for his everlasting mercy.Reformed Theologian GPT: https://chat.openai.com/g/g-XXwzX1gnv-reformed-theologianYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReformedExplainerSpotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1t5dz4vEgvHqUknYQfwpRI?si=e-tDRFR2Qf6By1sAcMdkdwhttps://buymeacoffee.com/edi2730