Psalms 107:17-22

Psalms 107:17-22

[17] Fools  because  of their transgression,  and because of their iniquities,  are afflicted.  [18] Their soul  abhorreth  all manner of meat;  and they draw near  unto the gates  of death.  [19] Then they cry  in their trouble,  and he saveth  them out of their distresses.  [20] He sent  his word,  and healed  them, and delivered  them from their destructions.  [21] Oh that men would praise  the LORD  for his goodness,  and for his wonderful works  to the children  of men!  [22] And let them sacrifice  the sacrifices  of thanksgiving,  and declare  his works  with rejoicing. 

What does Psalms 107:17-22 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

Third, when God"s people were sick because of their sins and they cried out to Him, He restored them to health (cf. Matthew 9:1-8). The reference to God"s Word having a part in their healing ( Psalm 107:20) shows that spiritual nourishment plays a vital part in physical restoration (cf. Deuteronomy 8:3; Matthew 4:4; James 5:14-16). Such salvation should move God"s people to make sacrifices to express their gratitude and to tell other people about the Lord"s goodness.