Psalm 107:2a
Redeem: to free from what distresses or harms, such as
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a: to free from captivity by payment of ransom
b: to extricate from or help to overcome something detrimental
c: to release from blame or debt: clear
d: to free from the consequences of sin
“Some were fools through their sinful ways, and because of their iniquities suffered affliction; they loathed any kind of food, and they drew near to the gates of death. Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from their distress. He sent out his word and healed them, and delivered them from their destruction. Let them thank the Lord for his steadfast love, for his wondrous works to the children of man! And let them offer sacrifices of thanksgiving, and tell of his deeds in songs of joy!”
Psalm 107:17-22
Has God delivered you from distress? Maybe you have:
- had an eating disorder
- suffered a serious illness
- struggled with mental health challenges
- experienced symptoms that were never diagnosed
- felt starved for love or acceptance
- experienced trauma
- suffered through paralyzing fear
- dealt with debilitating grief
- been unable to forgive yourself for something
From what kinds of afflictions have you been redeemed?
“Let the redeemed of the Lord tell their story –
Psalm 107:2
those he redeemed from the hand of the foe…”
Tell your story in the comments below!
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