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Verse Mapping of Psalm 136
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The Amazing Psalm 136: His Faithful Love Endures Forever

Psalm 136 is a beautiful and rhythmic call to worship, celebrating God’s steadfast love through creation, deliverance, and daily provision. Every verse ends with the same powerful reminder: “His faithful love endures forever.”

Background of Psalm 136
This psalm was likely used in communal worship, possibly with a leader calling out the first part of each verse and the congregation responding, “His faithful love endures forever.” It recounts God’s mighty acts from creation to Israel’s deliverance into the Promised Land.

Verse Maps of Psalms - psalm 136

What Does Psalm 136 Mean?
Psalm 136 teaches that God’s love is the constant thread woven through all of history. No matter the season or circumstance, His love remains unchanging and victorious.

Verse Mapping Psalm 136:1
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. His faithful love endures forever.” (CSB)

Word Study
Give thanks – Express gratitude and recognize God’s goodness.
Faithful love – Hebrew hesed, meaning steadfast, covenantal love.
Endures – Lasts without failing.

Cross-References
1 Chronicles 16:34 – “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his faithful love endures forever.”
Ezra 3:11 – “They sang with praise and thanksgiving to the Lord: ‘For he is good; his faithful love to Israel endures forever.'”
Lamentations 3:22–23 – “Because of the Lord’s faithful love we do not perish, for his mercies never end.”

Paraphrase
Thank the Lord with all your heart, because He is good—and His steadfast love never, ever ends!

Application
No matter what life looks like today, God’s faithful love surrounds you. You can trust His goodness even in uncertainty.

Verse Mapping Psalm 136:4
“He alone does great wonders. His faithful love endures forever.” (CSB)

Word Study
Wonders – Miraculous deeds, signs of divine power.

Cross-References
Job 5:9 – “He does great and unsearchable things, wonders without number.”
Psalm 72:18 – “Blessed be the Lord God, the God of Israel, who alone does wonders.”

Paraphrase
Only God performs such amazing miracles—and His loyal love never ends!

Application
Remember the ways God has moved powerfully in your life. Testimonies of His wonders inspire faith for today.

Verse Mapping Psalm 136:23
“He remembered us in our humiliation. His faithful love endures forever.” (CSB)

Word Study
Remembered – Acted on behalf of; mindful of someone’s situation.
Humiliation – Low state, oppression, suffering.

Cross-References
Deuteronomy 7:8 – “Because the Lord loved you and kept the oath he swore to your ancestors, he brought you out with a strong hand.”
Luke 1:54 – “He has helped his servant Israel, remembering his mercy.”

Paraphrase
When we were beaten down and broken, God did not forget us—because His love is everlasting.

Application
In your lowest moments, God sees you. His enduring love lifts you up and brings you hope.

How Can We Apply Psalm 136 Today?

Praise God’s Unfailing Love
Start each day by thanking God that His love for you will never run dry.

Remember God’s Mighty Works
Reflect on the “wonders” He has already done in your life. Share your story to encourage others.

Trust His Love in Every Season
Whether you’re on a mountaintop or in a valley, you are never outside the reach of His faithful love.

A Closing Prayer
Father, thank You that Your faithful love truly endures forever. In every high and low, You are present, working wonders, remembering us with kindness. Help us to trust in Your unchanging love today and every day. Remind us often that Your mercy will never run out. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Final Reflection
Psalm 136 reminds us that no matter what we face, God’s love never fails. His faithful presence weaves through our past, holds us in the present, and leads us into the future.
How has God shown His faithful love to you recently?
Share your thoughts in the comments—I would love to hear your story and how Psalm 136 encourages you!

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