The pilgrims have looked back and praised Jehovah for escape. They have looked on, and praised Him for their hope and present sense of security. Now they break forth into an expression of their glad experience.
It is all so wonderful this restoration by God, that it is hardly believable, it is as though they dreamed. Laughter and singing are the only fitting expressions of their rejoicing hearts. Even the nations are compelled to recognise the doings of The LORD on their behalf. Yet in the consciousness of the wonders wrought by God is created a keen sense of their own imperfection. The deliverance is not yet complete, and the prayer is offered, “Turn again our captivity.” The restoration already in progress is the inspiration of the prayer for its fulfilment.
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