Revelation 15:3 Study Bible: They sang the song of Moses, the servant of God, and the song of the Lamb, saying, "Great and marvelous are your works, Lord God of hosts. Righteous and true are your ways, O King eternal.

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and they sang the song of God's servant Moses and of the Lamb: "Great and wonderful are Your works, O Lord God Almighty! Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations!

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and they sang the song of God’s servant Moses and of the Lamb:
This phrase connects the Old Testament and New Testament, highlighting continuity in God's redemptive plan. The "song of Moses" refers to the song sung by Moses and the Israelites after their deliverance from Egypt (Exodus 15:1-18), symbolizing victory and deliverance. The "song of the Lamb" signifies the ultimate victory through Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God (John 1:29). This dual reference underscores the unity of God's salvation history, from the Exodus to the final redemption through Christ.

Great and wonderful are Your works, O Lord God Almighty!
This exclamation praises God's mighty acts throughout history. "Great and wonderful" reflects the awe-inspiring nature of God's deeds, reminiscent of the creation narrative and the miracles performed throughout the Bible. "Lord God Almighty" emphasizes God's omnipotence and sovereignty, a theme prevalent in Revelation, where God's power is displayed in the unfolding of end-time events (Revelation 1:8).

Just and true are Your ways, O King of the nations!
This phrase acknowledges God's righteousness and faithfulness. "Just and true" affirm that God's actions are always fair and reliable, aligning with His character as depicted throughout Scripture (Deuteronomy 32:4). "King of the nations" highlights God's authority over all peoples, fulfilling prophecies of His dominion (Psalm 22:28). This title anticipates the ultimate recognition of God's rule by all nations, as foretold in the prophetic visions of Revelation.

Persons / Places / Events

1. God’s Servant Moses
Moses is a central figure in the Old Testament, known for leading the Israelites out of Egypt and receiving the Law from God on Mount Sinai. His song, referenced here, is a song of deliverance and praise found in Exodus 15.

2. The Lamb
This refers to Jesus Christ, who is often depicted as the Lamb of God in the New Testament, symbolizing His sacrificial death for the sins of humanity.

3. Lord God Almighty
A title emphasizing God's omnipotence and sovereignty over all creation.

4. King of the Nations
This title highlights God's ultimate authority and rule over all the earth and its peoples.

5. The Song of Moses and the Lamb
A song of praise and worship that combines themes from the Old Testament (Moses) and the New Testament (the Lamb, Jesus Christ), celebrating God's mighty works and righteous ways.

Teaching Points

The Continuity of God's Deliverance
Just as God delivered Israel through Moses, He delivers believers through Jesus Christ. Reflect on God's faithfulness in your life and how He has delivered you from spiritual bondage.

The Universality of God's Reign
Recognize that God is the King of all nations. This should inspire a global perspective in our prayers and mission efforts, understanding that God's kingdom transcends all earthly boundaries.

The Call to Worship
The song in Revelation 15:3 is a call to worship. Make worship a central part of your life, acknowledging God's greatness and righteousness in all circumstances.

The Righteousness of God's Ways
Trust in the justice and truth of God's ways, even when they are beyond our understanding. This trust should lead to peace and confidence in His plans.

The Example of Jesus, the Lamb
Follow the example of Jesus, the Lamb, in humility and sacrifice. Consider how you can serve others selflessly in your daily life.

Bible Study Questions

1. How does the Song of Moses in Exodus 15 enhance your understanding of the song in Revelation 15:3?

2. In what ways can you acknowledge God as the "King of the nations" in your daily life and interactions with others?

3. Reflect on a time when you experienced God's deliverance. How can this experience deepen your worship and trust in Him?

4. How does recognizing Jesus as the Lamb influence your understanding of His role in your life and salvation?

5. What practical steps can you take to ensure that worship remains a central focus in your life, especially in challenging times?

Connections to Other Scriptures

Exodus 15
The original Song of Moses, which celebrates God's deliverance of Israel from Egypt, parallels the themes of deliverance and praise found in Revelation 15:3.

Psalm 145
This psalm echoes the themes of God's greatness and righteousness, similar to the praise in Revelation 15:3.

Philippians 2:9-11
These verses affirm Jesus as Lord and King, to whom every knee will bow, aligning with the acknowledgment of God as the "King of the nations."

Isaiah 66:18
This prophecy speaks of God's gathering of all nations and tongues, reflecting His sovereignty over all peoples.

Sermons

The Praise of the Divine Works	R. Green	Revelation 15:3
Divine Severity and Human Heroism	David Thomas, D. D.	Revelation 15:1-4
Divine Severity and Human Heroism	D. Thomas	Revelation 15:1-4
God's Ways Just and True		Revelation 15:1-4
God's Wonderful Works	J. T. Hughes.	Revelation 15:1-4
Israel in Egypt	C. H. Spurgeon.	Revelation 15:1-4
The Hymn of the Victors	W. M. Johnston, M. A.	Revelation 15:1-4
The Rectitude of God	Homilist	Revelation 15:1-4
The Song of God's Heroes	E. L. Hull, B. A.	Revelation 15:1-4
The Song of Moses and of the Lamb	Fred. Brooks.	Revelation 15:1-4
The Song of Moses and the Lamb	A. Maclaren, D. D.	Revelation 15:1-4
The Song of Moses and the Lamb	H. Mellvill, B. D.	Revelation 15:1-4
The Song of the Glorified	N. Jennings.	Revelation 15:1-4
The Song of the Redeemed	R. Green	Revelation 15:1-4
The Song of Triumph	James Thew.	Revelation 15:1-4
The Works of God, as King of Saints, Great and Marvellous	J. Lathrop, D. D.	Revelation 15:1-4
The Wrath of God	S. Conway	Revelation 15:1-8
The Prelude of the Plagues - the Beginning of the End	S. Conway	Revelation 15:3, 4

People

John

Places

Patmos

Topics

TRUE, Almighty, Bondman, Bond-servant, Deeds, Eternal, Full, God's, Lamb, Marvellous, Marvelous, Nations, O, Righteous, Righteousness, Ruler, Saints, Sang, Saying, Servant, Sing, Singing, Song, Wonder, Wonderful, Works

Dictionary of Bible Themes

Revelation 15:3

     1125   God, righteousness
     1130   God, sovereignty
     1150   God, truth of
     1462   truth, in NT
     2315   Christ, as Lamb
     5360   justice, God
     5366   king
     5369   kingship, divine
     5784   amazement
     8344   servanthood, in believers
     9122   eternity, and God

Revelation 15:2-3

8275 honesty
8667 praise, examples

Revelation 15:2-4

5332 harp
8642 celebration

Revelation 15:3-4

     1075   God, justice of
     4010   creation, renewal
     5103   Moses, significance
     7960   singing
     8624   worship, reasons
     8632   adoration

Library

Israel in Egypt
May God the Holy Spirit enable me to exhibit the parallel which exists between the condition of Israel when passing through the sea, and the position of the church of Christ at the present day. Next, we shall compare the triumph of the Lord at the Red Sea with the victory of the Lamb in the great and terrible day of the Lord. And lastly, I shall point out certain prominent features of the song of Moses, which will doubtless be as prominent in the song of the Lamb. I. First, it is our business to …
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 3: 1857

Transcriber's Note:
List of corrections and amendments made: Ephesians: Page 36: added closing quote after "the event of our inheritance" (line 3) 102: "gentle words ot" to "to" 154: "it" added in "what it is to hear" 263: [Preached on Whitsunday] was a footnote. 286: (R.V.) to (R.V.). for consistency with other references. 286: "please to understand" to "do" 287: "we shoud be entitled" to "should" 391: added -- and changed Ephes. to Eph. for consistency with other headings 391: added colon after "Mark its …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy Scripture Ephesians, Peter,John

All Fulness in Christ
The text is a great deep, we cannot explore it, but we will voyage over its surface joyously, the Holy Spirit giving us a favorable wind. Here are plenteous provisions far exceeding, those of Solomon, though at the sight of that royal profusion, Sheba's queen felt that there was no more spirit in her, and declared that the half had not been told to her. It may give some sort of order to our thoughts if they fall under four heads. What is here spoken of--"all fullness." Where is it placed--"in him," …
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 17: 1871

The Sixth vision "In Heaven"
H^6, Chap. xv. The Seven Vial Angels. This Sixth Vision is Heaven is very briefly described. It occupies this fifteenth chapter, which consists of only eight verses. The structure of the Vision is as follows:-- H^6, xv. 1-8. The Sixth Vision "in Heaven." The Seven Vial Angels. H^6 A xv. 1. The Seven Angels. B 2-4. Worship offered. A 5-7. The Seven Angels. B 8. Worship no longer possible. It is the Vision which introduces us to the most terrible of all the Visions which affect the earth; …
E.W. Bullinger—Commentary on Revelation

A vision of the King.
ONE of the most blessed occupations for the believer is the prayerful searching of God's holy Word to discover there new glories and fresh beauties of Him, who is altogether lovely. Shall we ever find out all which the written Word reveals of Himself and His worthiness? This wonderful theme can never be exhausted. The heart which is devoted to Him and longs through the presence and indwelling of the Holy Spirit to be closer to the Lord, to hear and know more of Himself, will always find something …
Arno Gaebelein—The Lord of Glory

The Angel's Message and Song
And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the LORD came upon them, and the glory of the LORD shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the LORD . And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe …
John Newton—Messiah Vol. 1

The Living One
"I am He that liveth, and was dead" (i. 18). (...) (ho zon), THE LIVING ONE. Like the previous title, it is used as a special designation of the One whose unveiling is about to be shewn to John. Its use is peculiar to Daniel and Revelation. The two books thus linked together by it are linked as to their character and subject matter in a very special manner. It is used twice in Daniel:- Dan. iv. 34 (31 [19] ) and xii. 7; and six time in Revelation:- Rev. i. 18; iv. 9,10; v. 14; x. 6; and xv. 7. [20] …
E.W. Bullinger—Commentary on Revelation

Stedfastness in the Old Paths.
"Thus saith the Lord, Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where is the good way, and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls."--Jer. vi. 16. Reverence for the old paths is a chief Christian duty. We look to the future indeed with hope; yet this need not stand in the way of our dwelling on the past days of the Church with affection and deference. This is the feeling of our own Church, as continually expressed in the Prayer Book;--not to slight what has gone before, …
John Henry Newman—Parochial and Plain Sermons, Vol. VII

Notes on the First Century:
Page 1. Line 1. An empty book is like an infant's soul.' Here Traherne may possibly have had in his mind a passage in Bishop Earle's "Microcosmography." In delineating the character of a child, Earle says: "His soul is yet a white paper unscribbled with observations of the world, wherewith at length it becomes a blurred note-book," Page 14. Line 25. The entrance of his words. This sentence is from Psalm cxix. 130. Page 15. Last line of Med. 21. "Insatiableness." This word in Traherne's time was often …
Thomas Traherne—Centuries of Meditations

"But Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God," &C.
Matth. vi. 33.--"But seek ye first the kingdom of God," &c. II. The Christian's chief employment should be to seek the kingdom of God, and the righteousness thereof. "Seek first," &c. Upon this he should first and chiefly spend his thoughts, and affections, and pains. We comprehend it in three things. First, He should seek to be clothed upon with Christ's righteousness, and this ought to take up all his spirit. This is the first care and the chief concern. Did not this righteousness weigh much …
Hugh Binning—The Works of the Rev. Hugh Binning

Covenanting a Duty.
The exercise of Covenanting with God is enjoined by Him as the Supreme Moral Governor of all. That his Covenant should be acceded to, by men in every age and condition, is ordained as a law, sanctioned by his high authority,--recorded in his law of perpetual moral obligation on men, as a statute decreed by him, and in virtue of his underived sovereignty, promulgated by his command. "He hath commanded his covenant for ever."[171] The exercise is inculcated according to the will of God, as King and …
John Cunningham—The Ordinance of Covenanting

The Testimony of Jesus Christ
Now, this may mean the testimony concerning Him (the Gen. of the object or relation); or, the testimony which comes from Him (the Gen. of the subject or origin), i.e., which he bore. If we take it as the former, it then agrees with the whole prophetic word, which is concerning Him as "the coming One." If we take it in the latter meaning, then it refers to the nature of the testimony which the Lord Jesus bore when on earth; and does not go outside it. That testimony related to the kingdom and not …
E.W. Bullinger—Commentary on Revelation

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