God be gracious to us and bless us, and cause His face to shine upon us—Selah.
Psalm 67:1
Numbers 6:22-27
She is far more precious than jewels and her value is far above rubies or pearls.
There are quite a few—seventy plus—uses of this word selah in the Scriptures…and almost every one of them is in the Book of Psalms. We are told to ‘consider the value’ of these things. Here are but a few:
You are my hiding place; You preserve me from trouble; You surround me with songs of deliverance. Selah. Psalm 32:7In God we have boasted all day long, And we will give thanks to Your name forever. Selah. Psalm 44:8He will send from heaven and save me;… Selah. God will send forth His lovingkindness and His truth. Psalm 57:3Trust in Him at all times, O people; Pour out your heart before Him; God is a refuge for us. Selah. Psalm 62:8How blessed are those who dwell in Your house! They are ever praising You. Selah. Psalm 84:4
- Grace saves us by faith. (Ephesians 2:8)
- In our weakness, grace is sufficient. (2nd Corinthians 12:9)
- Esther found grace and favor in the king’s eyes. (Esther 2:16-17)
- Jesus came and brought grace and truth. (John 1:15-17)
These are just a very few examples…the Scriptures are filled with examples of God’s grace being given in many, many, many different ways. What verse comes to your mind that communicates about God’s grace? Would you share it with us?
Great word!