Psalm 132:13-16 For the LORD has chosen Zion; he has desired it for his habitation.… I. GOD'S CHOICE OF HIS ZION. 1. The sovereignty of God, which is exercised towards His creatures. 2. This choice is a choice of love (Ephesians 2:4, 5; Jeremiah 31:3). II. THE PURPOSES FOR WHICH GOD HAS CHOSEN ZION. God desires Zion — 1. For His habitation. 2. For His rest. Where He takes up His abode, it is for ever. III. THE BLESSINGS PROMISED. In 1 John 2:12, 13, you have the family of God set forth from infancy to manhood; from weakness itself, to perfect strength; from sin's dominion and degradation, to salvation's honours and glories; from the captivity of Satan, to a full victory over him; from the love, power, and guilt of sin, to the enjoyment of all the Gospel blessings, promises, and treasures in Christ. (C. Parvey.) Parallel Verses KJV: For the LORD hath chosen Zion; he hath desired it for his habitation.WEB: For Yahweh has chosen Zion. He has desired it for his habitation. |
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