The LORD your God is among you; He is mighty to save. He will rejoice over you with gladness; He will quiet you with His love; He will rejoice over you with singing." The LORD your GodThis phrase emphasizes the personal relationship between God and His people. The Hebrew word for "LORD" is "Yahweh," the covenant name of God, signifying His eternal, self-existent nature. "Your God" indicates possession and intimacy, reminding the Israelites of their unique relationship with the Creator, who is both transcendent and immanent. Historically, this reflects the covenantal promises given to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and fulfilled through the nation of Israel. is among you
The Hebrew word "qereb" is used here, meaning "in the midst" or "within." This signifies God's presence among His people, not as a distant deity but as one who dwells with them. This echoes the tabernacle and temple imagery where God's presence was physically manifest among the Israelites. It is a promise of divine presence and protection, assuring believers that God is actively involved in their lives. He is mighty to save
The word "mighty" comes from the Hebrew "gibbor," meaning a powerful warrior or hero. This portrays God as a divine warrior who fights on behalf of His people. "To save" is from the Hebrew "yasha," which means to deliver or give victory. This phrase assures believers of God's power to rescue and deliver them from all forms of oppression and sin, reflecting the ultimate salvation through Jesus Christ. He will rejoice over you with gladness
The Hebrew word for "rejoice" is "sus," which conveys a sense of joy and delight. "Gladness" is "simchah," indicating a deep, joyful celebration. This phrase paints a picture of God taking great delight in His people, akin to a parent rejoicing over a beloved child. It underscores the joy God finds in His relationship with His people, a theme consistent throughout Scripture, highlighting His love and grace. He will quiet you with His love
The word "quiet" comes from the Hebrew "charash," meaning to be silent or still. This suggests a calming, comforting presence. "Love" is "ahavah," denoting deep affection and care. This phrase illustrates God's tender care and the peace He brings to His people, calming their fears and anxieties. It reflects the peace that surpasses understanding, as mentioned in Philippians 4:7, and the assurance of God's unwavering love. He will rejoice over you with singing
The repetition of "rejoice" emphasizes the joy God has for His people. "Singing" is "rinnah" in Hebrew, which can mean a shout of joy or a joyful song. This imagery of God singing over His people is profound, suggesting a celebratory, triumphant love. It portrays a God who is not only a mighty warrior but also a loving Father who expresses His joy through song, a powerful reminder of His intimate and joyful relationship with His people. Persons / Places / Events 1. The LORD (Yahweh)The covenant-keeping God of Israel, who is both just and merciful. 2. The People of IsraelThe original audience of Zephaniah's prophecy, who were facing judgment but also promised restoration. 3. JerusalemThe city representing the heart of God's people, often a focal point for divine intervention and prophecy. 4. ZephaniahA prophet during the reign of King Josiah, who called the people to repentance and foretold both judgment and restoration. 5. The Day of the LORDA significant theme in Zephaniah, referring to a time of both judgment and salvation. Teaching Points God's PresenceGod is not distant; He is actively present among His people, offering strength and salvation. Divine JoyGod rejoices over His people, indicating His deep love and delight in them, which should encourage believers to find joy in their relationship with Him. Peace through LoveGod's love brings peace and quiets our fears, reminding us to trust in His care and provision. Salvation and StrengthGod is mighty to save, emphasizing His power to deliver us from sin and adversity. Worship and ResponseOur response to God's love and salvation should be one of worship, gratitude, and obedience. Bible Study Questions 1. How does understanding God's presence among us change the way we face challenges in our daily lives? 2. In what ways can we experience and recognize God's rejoicing over us in our personal walk with Him? 3. How can we apply the concept of being "quieted by His love" in times of anxiety or fear? 4. What are some practical ways we can respond to God's mighty salvation in our lives? 5. How do the themes in Zephaniah 3:17 connect with the broader account of God's redemptive plan throughout Scripture? Connections to Other Scriptures Isaiah 12:2-6This passage also speaks of God as a savior who is present among His people, bringing joy and salvation. Psalm 23The imagery of God quieting His people with love parallels the shepherd's care and guidance. Luke 15:7The rejoicing over one sinner who repents echoes the joy described in Zephaniah 3:17. John 3:16-17God's love and salvation are central themes, showing His desire to save rather than condemn. Revelation 21:3-4The promise of God dwelling among His people and wiping away every tear connects to the comforting presence described in Zephaniah. People ZephaniahPlaces Cush, Jerusalem, Nineveh, ZionTopics Calm, Delight, Exult, Feast, Gives, Glad, Gladness, Holy, Joy, Joyeth, Loud, Love, Midst, Mighty, Quiet, Rejoice, Rejoiceth, Renew, Rest, Save, Saviour, Shouts, Silent, Singing, Song, Strong, Victorious, Victory, WarriorDictionary of Bible Themes Zephaniah 3:17 1070 God, joy of
1105 God, power of
1110 God, present everywhere
1210 God, human descriptions
1320 God, as Saviour
5013 heart, divine
5966 tenderness
7960 singing
8328 quietness Zephaniah 3:8-20 9220 day of the LORD Zephaniah 3:12-17 7145 remnant Zephaniah 3:14-17 7241 Jerusalem, significance Zephaniah 3:16-17 4921 day Library Zion's Joy and God's
'Sing, O daughter of Zion; shout, O Israel; be glad and rejoice with all the heart, O daughter of Jerusalem.... 17. He will rejoice over thee with joy; He will rest in His love, He will joy over thee with singing.'--ZEPHANIAH iii. 14, 17. What a wonderful rush of exuberant gladness there is in these words! The swift, short clauses, the triple invocation in the former verse, the triple promise in the latter, the heaped together synonyms, all help the impression. The very words seem to dance with joy. …
Alexander Maclaren—Expositions of Holy ScriptureA Sermon for the Time Present
I am going to begin with the last verse of the text, and work my way upwards. The first; head is, a trying day for God's people. They are sorrowful because a cloud is upon their solemn assembly, and the reproach thereof is a burden. Secondly, we will note a glorious ground of consolation. We read in the seventeenth verse, "The Lord thy God in the midst of thee is mighty; he will save, he will rejoice over thee with joy; he will rest in his love, he will joy over thee with singing." And, thirdly, …
Charles Haddon Spurgeon—Spurgeon's Sermons Volume 33: 1887 The Song of his Joy
"He will save, He will rejoice over thee with joy; He will rest in His love, He will joy over thee with singing."--Zeph. iii. 17. T. P. tr., Emma Frances Bevan, 1899 Wondrous joy, Thy joy, Lord Jesus, Deep, eternal, pure, and bright-- Thou alone the Man of Sorrows, Thus couldst tell of joy aright. Lord, we know that joy, that gladness, Which in fulness Thou hast given-- Sharing all that countless treasure, We on earth with Thee in Heaven. ... Even as He went before us Through the wilderness below. …
Frances Bevan—Hymns of Ter Steegen and Others (Second Series) 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 Mystery
Of the Woman dwelling in the Wilderness. The woman delivered of a child, when the dragon was overcome, from thenceforth dwelt in the wilderness, by which is figured the state of the Church, liberated from Pagan tyranny, to the time of the seventh trumpet, and the second Advent of Christ, by the type, not of a latent, invisible, but, as it were, an intermediate condition, like that of the lsraelitish Church journeying in the wilderness, from its departure from Egypt, to its entrance into the land …
Joseph Mede—A Key to the Apocalypse 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 Love
The rule of obedience being the moral law, comprehended in the Ten Commandments, the next question is: What is the sum of the Ten Commandments? The sum of the Ten Commandments is, to love the Lord our God with all our heart, with all our soul, with all our strength, and with all our mind, and our neighbour as ourselves. Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.' Deut 6: 5. The duty called for is love, yea, the strength of love, with all …
Thomas Watson—The Ten Commandments John Bunyan on the Terms of Communion and Fellowship of Christians at the Table of the Lord;
COMPRISING I. HIS CONFESSION OF FAITH, AND REASON OF HIS PRACTICE; II. DIFFERENCES ABOUT WATER BAPTISM NO BAR TO COMMUNION; AND III. PEACEABLE PRINCIPLES AND TRUE[1] ADVERTISEMENT BY THE EDITOR. Reader, these are extraordinary productions that will well repay an attentive perusal. It is the confession of faith of a Christian who had suffered nearly twelve years' imprisonment, under persecution for conscience sake. Shut up with his Bible, you have here the result of a prayerful study of those holy …
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