KJV ORIGINAL
He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He sent his word and healed them, and rescued them from being destroyed.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is showing that He has the power to heal and rescue people simply by speaking His word.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 107 is a thanksgiving psalm that recounts God's repeated acts of deliverance for the Israelites during their times of exile and hardship, such as wanderings in the desert or captivity. In this verse, "He sent his word" likely refers to God's direct intervention through His promises or prophetic messages, which brought healing and rescue from physical and spiritual dangers. This reflects the broader biblical narrative of God's covenant loyalty to His people amidst their sufferings.
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