Psalms 105:19 Meaning and Explanation
“Until the time that his word came: the word of the LORD tried him.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →God's word sustained Joseph through testing until the appointed time of his deliverance.
The Context of Psalms 105:19
God's word sustained Joseph through trial until divine promise came to fulfillment.
What Does Psalms 105:19 Mean?
Joseph's word—likely the dreams God gave him (Genesis 37)—became the sustaining truth throughout his trial. While in chains, he held to the promise embedded in those visions of future exaltation. God's word tested him (refined, purified, put him to the test) but also upheld him through that testing.
The phrase 'his word came' may mean the appointed time arrived when God's promise would be fulfilled. Joseph's release and rise to power became the vindication of the word he carried. The testing proved genuine; the word proved reliable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Psalms 105:19
What does Psalms 105:19 mean?
God's word sustained Joseph through testing until the appointed time of his deliverance.
What is the context of Psalms 105:19?
God's word sustained Joseph through trial until divine promise came to fulfillment.