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Psalms 107:1
"O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever."
"My husband then swung himself over the fearful abyss into the beautiful field beyond. I immediately followed. And oh, what a sense of relief and gratitude to God we felt! I heard voices raised in triumphant praise to God. I was happy, perfectly happy. LS 193.2"
Both passages express gratitude and praise to God after a period of trial or difficulty. While not a direct quote, the sentiment aligns with the thanksgiving expressed in Psalm 107:1.
"The children of the captivity who had returned with Ezra “offered burnt offerings unto the God of Israel” for a sin offering and as a token of their gratitude and thanksgiving for the protection of holy angels during the journey. “And they delivered the king's commissions unto the king's lieutenants, and to the governors on this side the river: and they furthered the people, and the house of God.” Verses 35, 36 . PK 619.3"
The offering of thanksgiving for deliverance echoes the sentiment of Psalm 107:1, expressing gratitude for God's protection during their journey.
Psalms 107:1-2
"O give thanks unto the Lord, for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he hath redeemed from the hand of the enemy;"
"“Give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good: For His mercy endureth forever. Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, Whom He hath redeemed from the hand of the enemy.” MH 255.1"
EGW directly quotes Psalm 107:1-2. The connection is undeniable.
Psalms 107:2
"Let the redeemed of the Lord say so, whom he hath redeemed from the hand of the enemy;"
"Our confession of His faithfulness is Heaven's chosen agency for revealing Christ to the world. We are to acknowledge His grace as made known through the holy men of old; but that which will be most effectual is the testimony of our own experience. We are witnesses for God as we reveal in ourselves the working of a power that is divine. Every individual has a life distinct from all others, and an experience differing essentially from theirs. God desires that our praise shall ascend to Him, marked by our own individuality. These precious acknowledgments to the praise of the glory of His grace, when supported by a Christ-like life, have an irresistible power that works for the salvation of souls. DA 347.3"
Both passages emphasize the importance of personal testimony and acknowledging God's grace. Psalm 107:2 encourages the redeemed to declare their redemption, while the EGW passage highlights the power of individual experiences in revealing Christ to the world.
"that no one may receive the impression that they are reluctant to tell of the mercies of the Lord. CT 243.1"
Both passages encourage believers to speak of God's mercies and redemption. EGW's statement about not being reluctant to tell of the Lord's mercies aligns with the Psalm's call for the redeemed to declare their redemption.
Psalms 107:8
"Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!"
"We need to praise God more “for His goodness, and for His wonderful works to the children of men.” Psalm 107:8 . Our devotional exercises should not consist wholly in asking and receiving. Let us not be always thinking of our wants and never of the benefits we receive. We do not pray any too much, but we are too sparing of giving thanks. We are the constant recipients of God's mercies, and yet how little gratitude we express, how little we praise Him for what He has done for us. SC 102.2"
Ellen White directly references Psalms 107:8 in this passage.
Psalms 107:9
"For he satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness."
"“For He satisfieth the longing soul, And filleth the hungry soul with goodness.” Psalm 107:1, 2 ; 105:2, 3 ; Psalm 107:9 . PK 566.4"
Ellen White directly references Psalms 107:9 in this passage.
"It is God's design that this longing of the human heart should lead to the one who alone is able to satisfy it. The desire is of Him that it may lead to Him, the fullness and fulfillment of that desire. That fullness is found in Jesus the Christ, the Son of the Eternal God. “For it was the good pleasure of the Father that in Him should all the fullness dwell;” “For in Him dwelleth all the fullness of the Godhead bodily.” And it is also true that “In Him ye are made full” with respect to every desire divinely implanted and normally followed. DA 17.3"
Both passages discuss the idea of God satisfying the longing soul. Psalms 107:9 explicitly states that God satisfies the longing soul and fills the hungry soul with goodness. EGW elaborates on this, stating that God designed the human heart's longing to lead to Him, who alone can fulfill it, and that this fulfillment is found in Jesus Christ.
"Awakened as from a dream by this sentence of judgment pronounced against him and his house, Solomon with quickened conscience began to see his folly in its true light. Chastened in spirit, with mind and body enfeebled, he turned wearied and thirsting from earth's broken cisterns, to drink once more at the fountain of life. For him at last the discipline of suffering had accomplished its work. Long had he been harassed by the fear of utter ruin because of inability to turn from folly; but now he discerned in the message given him a ray of hope. God had not utterly cut him off, but stood ready to deliver him from a bondage more cruel than the grave, and from which he had had no power to free himself. PK 77.3"
While not a direct quote, the passage in PK describes Solomon turning back to God after realizing his folly, seeking satisfaction and goodness from Him, which aligns with the theme of Psalm 107:9 about God satisfying the longing soul. The connection is thematic, but not as strong as a direct allusion.
Psalms 107:9-15
"For he satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness. Such as sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, being bound in affliction and iron; Because they rebelled against the words of God, and contemned the counsel of the most High: Therefore he brought down their heart with labour; they fell down, and there was none to help. Then they cried unto the Lord in their trouble, and he saved them out of their distresses. He brought them out of darkness and the shadow of death, and brake their bands in sunder. Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!"
"“Why art thou cast down, O my soul? And why art thou disquieted within me? Hope thou in God: For I shall yet praise Him, Who is the health of my countenance, And my God.” Psalm 107:1, 2 ; 105:2, 3 ; Psalm 107:9-15 ; 42:11 . MH 255.4"
Ellen White directly references Psalms 107:9-15 in this passage.
Psalms 107:10
"Such as sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, being bound in affliction and iron;"
"“Such as sat in darkness and in the shadow of death, Being bound in affliction and iron, 8T 112.6"
EGW directly quotes Psalm 107:10. This is a clear and direct allusion.
"From the standpoint of health the smoke and dust of the cities are very objectionable. And the patients who for a large part of their time are shut up within four walls often feel that they are prisoners in their rooms. When they look out of a window they see nothing but houses, houses, houses. Those who are thus confined to their rooms are liable to brood over their suffering and sorrow. Sometimes an invalid is poisoned by his own breath. 7T 82.2"
Both passages describe a state of confinement and suffering. While Psalm 107:10 speaks of literal imprisonment, the EGW passage describes the confinement of patients in a city environment, leading to mental and emotional distress. The parallel lies in the negative impact of confinement.
Psalms 107:13
"Then they cried unto the Lord in their trouble, and he saved them out of their distresses."
"Confused, humiliated, and unable to understand God's purpose in sparing Nineveh, Jonah nevertheless had fulfilled the commission given him to warn that great city; and though the event predicted did not come to pass, yet the message of warning was nonetheless from God. And it accomplished the purpose God designed it should. The glory of His grace was revealed among the heathen. Those who had long been sitting “in darkness and in the shadow of death, being bound in affliction and iron,” “cried unto the Lord in their trouble,” and “He saved them out of their distresses. He brought them out of darkness and the shadow of death, and brake their bands in sunder.” “He sent His word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.” Psalm 107:10, 13, 14, 20 . PK 272.5"
EGW directly quotes Psalm 107:13.
Psalms 107:15
"Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!"
"And for His wonderful works to the children of men! For He hath broken the gates of brass, And cut the bars of iron in sunder.... 8T 113.1"
The EGW passage directly quotes and alludes to Psalm 107:15, making the connection explicit.
Psalms 107:22
"And let them sacrifice the sacrifices of thanksgiving, and declare his works with rejoicing."
"Bearing Testimony The night after receiving so great a blessing, I attended the advent meeting. When the time came for the followers of Christ to speak in His favor, I could not remain silent, but rose and related my experience. Not a thought had entered my mind of what I should say; but the simple story of Jesus’ love to me fell from my lips with perfect freedom, and my heart was so happy to be liberated from its bondage of dark despair, that I lost sight of the people about me, and seemed to be alone with God. I found no difficulty in expressing my peace and happiness, except for the tears of gratitude that choked my utterance. LS 40"
Both passages describe expressing gratitude and sharing one's experience with God's grace publicly. EGW's passage illustrates the principle of declaring God's works with rejoicing.
"The night after receiving so great a blessing, I attended the advent meeting. When the time came for the followers of Christ to speak in His favor, I could not remain silent, but rose and related my experience. Not a thought had entered my mind of what I should say; but the simple story of Jesus’ love to me fell from my lips with perfect freedom, and my heart was so happy to be liberated from its bondage of dark despair that I lost sight of the people about me and seemed to be alone with God. I found no difficulty in expressing my peace and happiness, except for the tears of gratitude that choked my utterance as I told of the wondrous love that Jesus had shown for me. 1T 32.2"
Both passages describe expressing gratitude and sharing experiences of God's grace with rejoicing. The EGW passage illustrates the act of declaring God's works with rejoicing, as encouraged in Psalm 107:22.
"“Christ cooperates with those who engage in medical missionary work. Men and women who unselfishly do what they can to establish sanitariums and treatment rooms in many lands will be richly rewarded. Those who visit these institutions will be benefited physically, mentally, and spiritually—the weary will be refreshed, the sick restored to health, the sin-burdened relieved. In far-off countries, from those whose hearts are by these agencies turned from the service of sin unto righteousness, will be heard thanksgiving and the voice of melody. By their songs of grateful praise a testimony will be borne that will win others to allegiance to and fellowship with Christ.” Testimonies for the Church 7:51, 52 . LS 402.3"
The EGW passage mentions thanksgiving and songs of praise arising from those who are healed and converted through medical missionary work, which resonates with Psalm 107:22's call to offer sacrifices of thanksgiving and declare God's works with rejoicing. Both passages connect healing/deliverance with expressions of gratitude.
"To praise God in fullness and sincerity of heart is as much a duty as is prayer. We are to show to the world and to all the heavenly intelligences that we appreciate the wonderful love of God for fallen humanity and that we are expecting larger and yet larger blessings from His infinite fullness. Far more than we do, we need to speak of the precious chapters in our experience. After a special outpouring of the Holy Spirit, our joy in the Lord and our efficiency in His service would be greatly increased by recounting His goodness and His wonderful works in behalf of His children. COL 299.3"
Both passages connect praise and thanksgiving with declaring God's works. EGW speaks of recounting God's goodness, while Psalms 107:22 encourages declaring His works with rejoicing.
Psalms 107:25-27
"For he commandeth, and raiseth the stormy wind, which lifteth up the waves thereof. They mount up to the heaven, they go down again to the depths: their soul is melted because of trouble. They reel to and fro, and stagger like a drunken man, and are at their wits’ end."
"The sun had set, and the blackness of night settled down upon the stormy sea. The waves, lashed into fury by the howling winds, dashed fiercely over the disciples’ boat, and threatened to engulf it. Those hardy fishermen had spent their lives upon the lake, and had guided their craft safely through many a storm; but now their strength and skill availed nothing. They were helpless in the grasp of the tempest, and hope failed them as they saw that their boat was filling. DA 334.3"
Both passages describe a storm at sea and the helplessness of those caught in it. The imagery and emotional impact are similar.
Psalms 107:26-27
"They mount up to the heaven, they go down again to the depths: their soul is melted because of trouble. They reel to and fro, and stagger like a drunken man, and are at their wits’ end."
"During that four days’ voyage, one and another would occasionally venture to leave their rooms, pale, feeble, and tottering, and make their way on deck. Wretchedness was written on every countenance. Life itself did not seem desirable. We all longed for the rest we could not find, and to see something that would stand still. Personal importance was not much regarded then. We may here learn a lesson on the littleness of man. 4T 289.2"
The EGW passage describes the wretchedness and helplessness of people at sea, which parallels the description of people in distress at sea in Psalm 107:26-27.
Psalms 107:28
"Then they cry unto the Lord in their trouble, and he bringeth them out of their distresses."
"Absorbed in their efforts to save themselves, they had forgotten that Jesus was on board. Now, seeing their labor vain and only death before them, they remembered at whose command they had set out to cross the sea. In Jesus was their only hope. In their helplessness and despair they cried, “Master, Master!” But the dense darkness hid Him from their sight. Their voices were drowned by the roaring of the tempest, and there was no reply. Doubt and fear assailed them. Had Jesus forsaken them? Was He who had conquered disease and demons, and even death, powerless to help His disciples now? Was He unmindful of them in their distress? DA 334.4 Again they call, but there is no answer except the shrieking of the angry blast. Already their boat is sinking. A moment, and apparently they will be swallowed up by the hungry waters. DA 334.5"
Both passages describe people in distress crying out to God/Lord for help during a crisis. The context and emotional state are similar.
"In 1846, while at Fairhaven, Massachusetts, my sister (who usually accompanied me at that time), Sister A., Brother G., and myself started in a sailboat to visit a family on West's Island. It was almost night when we started. We had gone but a short distance when a storm suddenly arose. It thundered and lightened, and the rain came in torrents upon us. It seemed plain that we must be lost, unless God should deliver. EW 23.1"
Both passages involve people in distress crying out to God for deliverance during a storm. The EGW passage describes a specific instance, while the Psalm is a general statement of God's response to such cries.
Psalms 107:28-30
"Then they cry unto the Lord in their trouble, and he bringeth them out of their distresses. He maketh the storm a calm, so that the waves thereof are still. Then are they glad because they be quiet; so he bringeth them unto their desired haven."
"Labors in Massachusetts A few weeks after this, on our way to Boston, we took the streamer at Portland. A violent storm came up, and we were in great peril. But through the mercy of God we were all landed safe. LS 99"
Both passages describe a dangerous sea voyage and deliverance through divine intervention. While the EGW passage is brief, the theme of being saved from a storm at sea connects it to the Psalm.
Psalms 107:28-31
"Then they cry unto the Lord in their trouble, and he bringeth them out of their distresses. He maketh the storm a calm, so that the waves thereof are still. Then are they glad because they be quiet; so he bringeth them unto their desired haven. Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!"
"The last night we were on the boat I felt most grateful to my heavenly Father. I there learned a lesson I shall never forget. God had spoken to my heart in the storm and in the waves and in the calm following. And shall we not worship Him? Shall man set up his will against the will of God? Shall we be disobedient to the commands of so mighty a Ruler? Shall we contend with the Most High, who is the source of all power, and from whose heart flows infinite love and blessing to the creatures of His care? 4T 289.4"
The EGW passage directly mirrors the themes of Psalm 107:28-31. Both passages describe a situation where someone experiences a storm, calls upon God, God calms the storm, and the person expresses gratitude and worship. The parallel is strong and meaningful.
Psalms 107:33
"He turneth rivers into a wilderness, and the watersprings into dry ground;"
"“He turneth rivers into a wilderness, And water springs into a thirsty ground; A fruitful land into a salt desert, For the wickedness of them that dwell therein. He turneth a wilderness into a pool of water, And a dry land into water springs. And there He maketh the hungry to dwell, That they may prepare a city of habitation, And sow fields, and plant vineyards, And get them fruits of increase. He blesseth them also, so that they are multiplied greatly; And He suffereth not their cattle to decrease. 8T 113.3"
The EGW passage directly quotes Psalm 107:33-41, making the connection explicit.
Psalms 107:39
"Again, they are minished and brought low through oppression, affliction, and sorrow."
"“Again, they are diminished and bowed down Through oppression, trouble, and sorrow. He poureth contempt upon princes, And causeth them to wander in the waste, where there is no way. Yet setteth He the needy on high from affliction, And maketh him families like a flock. The upright shall see it, and be glad; And all iniquity shall stop her mouth. 8T 113.4"
The EGW passage directly quotes Psalm 107:39-42, making the connection explicit.
Psalms 107:43
"Whoso is wise, and will observe these things, even they shall understand the lovingkindness of the Lord."
Chapter 12—Other Object Lessons “Whoso is wise, and will observe these things, even they shall understand the loving-kindness of the Lord.” God's healing power runs all through nature. If a tree is cut, if a human being is wounded or breaks a bone, nature begins at once to repair the injury. Even before the need exists, the healing agencies are in readiness; and as soon as a part is wounded, every energy is bent to the work of restoration. So it is in the spiritual realm. Before sin created the need, God had provided the remedy. Every soul that yields to temptation is wounded, bruised, by the adversary; but whenever there is sin, there is the Saviour. It is Christ's work “to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, ... to set at liberty them that are bruised.” Luke 4:18 . Ed 113.1 In this work we are to co-operate. “If a man be overtaken in a fault, ... restore such an one.” Galatians 6:1 . The word here translated “restore” means to put in joint, as a dislocated …
EGW directly quotes Psalms 107:43 and uses it as a springboard to discuss God's healing power and loving-kindness.