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The 'Why' Behind Our Song
Commentators explain that the 'excellent things' God has done are not vague. They specifically point to the work of Jesus Christ: a perfect salvation, a righteousness that covers us, a sacrifice that atones for sin, and a decisive victory over sin, death, and Satan. Our praise has a rich and specific foundation in the Gospel.
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Isaiah
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Albert Barnes
On Isaiah 12:5
18th Century
Theologian
Sing to the Lord - This is the same expression that occurs in the song of Moses (Exodus 15:21). Isaiah evidently had that in vie…
Charles Ellicott
On Isaiah 12:5
19th Century
Bishop
For he hath done excellent things. — Here, again, the Hebrew indicates an echo from Exodus 15:1: He hath triumphed gl…
John Calvin
On Isaiah 12:5
16th Century
Theologian
Sing to the Lord. He continues his exhortation, showing what is the feeling from which this thanksgiving should proceed; for he shows that…
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John Gill
On Isaiah 12:5
17th Century
Pastor
Sing unto the Lord
Psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, vocally and together, as Gospel churches, to the glory of God…
Matthew Henry
On Isaiah 12:1–6
17th Century
Minister
This is a hymn of praise suited to the times of the Messiah.
The song of praise in this chapter is suitable for the return of the outcasts o…