Psalm 108:7
God has spoken from His sanctuary: "I will triumph! I will parcel out Shechem and apportion the Valley of Succoth.
God has spoken
This phrase emphasizes the divine authority and certainty of the message. The Hebrew root for "spoken" is "אָמַר" (amar), which conveys not just speaking but a declaration or command. In the biblical context, when God speaks, it is a definitive and unchangeable decree. This underscores the reliability and power of God's word, reminding believers of the unshakeable foundation of His promises.

from His sanctuary
The term "sanctuary" refers to a holy place, often associated with the temple or the heavenly dwelling of God. The Hebrew word "מִקְדָּשׁ" (miqdash) signifies a sacred space set apart for divine presence. Historically, the sanctuary was the center of worship and divine revelation for Israel. This phrase assures believers that the message comes from the very presence of God, highlighting its sacredness and authority.

I will triumph!
This declaration of victory is rooted in the Hebrew word "עָלַז" (alaz), which means to exult or rejoice. It conveys not just a future victory but an assured and joyful triumph. In the biblical narrative, God's triumph is often linked to His deliverance and protection of His people. This phrase inspires confidence in God's ultimate victory over all adversities and challenges.

I will parcel out Shechem
Shechem holds significant historical and covenantal importance in the Bible. It was a city of refuge and a place where God reaffirmed His promises to Abraham and Jacob. The Hebrew root "חָלַק" (chalaq) means to divide or distribute, indicating God's sovereign control over the land. This phrase reassures believers of God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises and His authority over the nations.

and apportion the Valley of Succoth
The Valley of Succoth is another location with historical significance, associated with Jacob's journey and settlement. The Hebrew word "מָדַד" (madad) means to measure or allocate, suggesting careful and intentional distribution. This phrase reflects God's meticulous and purposeful plan for His people, emphasizing His providence and care in their lives. It serves as a reminder of God's ongoing involvement and guidance in the unfolding of His divine plan.

Persons / Places / Events
1. God
The central figure in this verse, speaking from His sanctuary, indicating divine authority and sovereignty.

2. Sanctuary
Represents the holy place where God dwells and speaks from, symbolizing His presence and holiness.

3. Shechem
An ancient city in the land of Canaan, significant in Israel's history as a place of covenant and inheritance.

4. Valley of Succoth
A location east of the Jordan River, associated with Israel's journey and settlement in the Promised Land.

5. Triumph
The declaration of victory and divine intervention, emphasizing God's power and control over nations and lands.
Teaching Points
Divine Sovereignty
Recognize that God is in control of all nations and events. His plans will prevail, and His promises are sure.

God's Faithfulness
Trust in God's promises as He has been faithful throughout history, from Abraham to the present.

Spiritual Inheritance
Reflect on the spiritual inheritance we have in Christ, as God parcels out blessings to His people.

Victory in Christ
Embrace the victory we have through Jesus, who has triumphed over sin and death.

Listening to God's Voice
Seek to hear God's voice through His Word and be attentive to His guidance in our lives.
Bible Study Questions
1. How does understanding God's sovereignty in Psalm 108:7 impact your view of current world events?

2. In what ways can you see God's faithfulness in your own life, similar to His promises to Abraham and Joshua?

3. How can the concept of spiritual inheritance influence your daily walk with Christ?

4. What are some practical ways you can live out the victory you have in Jesus in your community?

5. How can you cultivate a habit of listening to God's voice in your daily routine, and what changes might this bring?
Connections to Other Scriptures
Genesis 12
Shechem is first mentioned as a place where God promised the land to Abraham, connecting to the theme of divine inheritance.

Joshua 24
Shechem is the site of Joshua's covenant renewal, highlighting the importance of faithfulness to God's promises.

Genesis 33
Jacob's journey to Succoth, illustrating God's guidance and provision for His people.

Psalm 60
Similar themes of God's sovereignty and victory over nations, reinforcing the message of divine triumph.
Conscious Strength Through God's PledgeR. Tuck Psalm 108:7
A Threefold Moral State of MindHomilistPsalm 108:1-13
My Heart is SteadfastS. Conway Psalm 108:1-13
My Heart is Steadfast, O�GodC. Short Psalm 108:1-13
People
David, Manasseh, Psalmist
Places
Jerusalem
Topics
Apportion, Divide, Exult, Exultation, Glad, Heritage, Holiness, Holy, Measure, Measuring, Mete, Parcel, Portion, Promised, Rejoice, Sanctuary, Shechem, Spoke, Spoken, Succoth, Triumph, Vale, Valley
Dictionary of Bible Themes
Psalm 108:6

     1265   hand of God
     1270   right hand of God

Library
Jesus is Arrested.
Jesus was standing with his three Apostles on the road between Gethsemani, and the Garden of Olives, when Judas and the band who accompanied him made their appearance. A warm dispute arose between Judas and the soldiers, because he wished to approach first and speak to Jesus quietly as if nothing was the matter, and then for them to come up and seize our Saviour, thus letting him suppose that he had no connection with the affair. But the men answered rudely, 'Not so, friend, thou shalt not escape
Anna Catherine Emmerich—The Dolorous Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ

Let us See How He Continues after This: "These Events...
Let us see how he continues after this: "These events," he says, "he predicted as being a God, and the prediction must by all means come to pass. God, therefore, who above all others ought to do good to men, and especially to those of his own household, led on his own disciples and prophets, with whom he was in the habit of eating and drinking, to such a degree of wickedness, that they became impious and unholy men. Now, of a truth, he who shared a man's table would not be guilty of conspiring
Origen—Origen Against Celsus

The Alarum
That is not, however, the topic upon which I now desire to speak to you. I come at this time, not so much to plead for the early as for the awakening. The hour we may speak of at another time--the fact is our subject now. It is bad to awake late, but what shall be said of those who never awake at all? Better late than never: but with many it is to be feared it will be never. I would take down the trumpet and give a blast, or ring the alarm-bell till all the faculties of the sluggard's manhood are
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 17: 1871

The Mercy of God
The next attribute is God's goodness or mercy. Mercy is the result and effect of God's goodness. Psa 33:5. So then this is the next attribute, God's goodness or mercy. The most learned of the heathens thought they gave their god Jupiter two golden characters when they styled him good and great. Both these meet in God, goodness and greatness, majesty and mercy. God is essentially good in himself and relatively good to us. They are both put together in Psa 119:98. Thou art good, and doest good.' This
Thomas Watson—A Body of Divinity

Psalms
The piety of the Old Testament Church is reflected with more clearness and variety in the Psalter than in any other book of the Old Testament. It constitutes the response of the Church to the divine demands of prophecy, and, in a less degree, of law; or, rather, it expresses those emotions and aspirations of the universal heart which lie deeper than any formal demand. It is the speech of the soul face to face with God. Its words are as simple and unaffected as human words can be, for it is the genius
John Edgar McFadyen—Introduction to the Old Testament

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