Psalm 126
New Living Translation
Chapter overview
Psalm 126 remembers restoration so astonishing it felt like a dream. Laughter and international witness accompany return, while renewed prayer trusts that present tears and costly sowing will become songs and abundant harvest.
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1When the Lord brought back his exiles to Jerusalem, it was like a dream!
2We were filled with laughter, and we sang for joy. And the other nations said, “What amazing things the Lord has done for them.”
3Yes, the Lord has done amazing things for us! What joy!
4Restore our fortunes, Lord, as streams renew the desert.
5Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy.
6They weep as they go to plant their seed, but they sing as they return with the harvest.
Verses to memorize from Psalm 126
- Psalm 126:3Yes, the Lord has done amazing things for us! What joy!
- Psalm 126:5Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy.
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