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Psalms 107:19

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Then they cry unto the LORD in their trouble, and he saveth them out of their distresses.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Then they cry out to the LORD when they're in trouble, and he saves them from their suffering.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse shows that when people call out to God during their hardest times, he hears them and rescues them from their pain.

📚 Historical Context

Psalms 107 is a hymn of thanksgiving that recounts God's deliverance of His people from various dangers and hardships, likely drawing from the experiences of the Israelites during their exiles and wanderings. This psalm follows a pattern of describing different forms of distress, followed by cries for help and God's faithful response, emphasizing His mercy in the broader context of Israel's history. It serves as a communal reflection on God's unwavering care for those who turn to Him.

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