Psalms 135:9

Who sent tokens and wonders into the midst of thee, O Egypt, upon Pharaoh, and upon all his servants.

Psalms 135:9 (KJV)

Context

Psalm 135 is a song of praise that calls Israel to worship the Lord for His greatness. The psalmist recalls God’s mighty acts in history, especially His deliverance of His people from Egypt. Verse 9 points back to the plagues that God sent upon Pharaoh and his servants. These events are recorded in Exodus 7-12, where God confronted the power of Egypt and set Israel free.

Meaning

The words “tokens and wonders” describe the ten plagues. They were visible signs of God’s power and acts that inspired awe. God sent them “into the midst of thee, O Egypt,” showing that His judgment reached the very heart of the land. The verse names Pharaoh and all his servants, meaning his officials and courtiers. This shows that no human authority can stand against God. The plagues included water turned to blood, frogs, gnats, flies, disease on livestock, boils, hail, locusts, darkness, and the death of the firstborn. Each plague demonstrated God’s control over nature and over the false gods of Egypt.

Biblical connections

These events fulfilled God’s promise to Abraham that his descendants would be slaves in a foreign land and then come out with great wealth (Genesis 15:13-14). The plagues were not random acts of anger. They were the means by which God kept His covenant. The deliverance from Egypt also points forward to a greater deliverance. Just as God freed Israel from slavery, He offers freedom from sin through Jesus Christ. The plagues were “tokens” that pointed to God’s reality and “wonders” that revealed His saving power.

Application

This verse teaches us to trust in God’s power. He can intervene in impossible situations and bring about deliverance. It also warns us about resisting God. Pharaoh’s stubbornness brought severe consequences, and those who oppose God and oppress His people will face His judgment. At the same time, we see God’s faithfulness. He keeps His promises, and He is worthy of our gratitude and praise. We should remember His mighty acts and give thanks for His protection and redemption.

Reflection

God’s power over Pharaoh encourages us to bring our fears and struggles to Him. No earthly ruler, system, or difficulty is beyond His control. The same God who sent signs and wonders in Egypt is at work today. As we remember His past faithfulness, our hearts are moved to worship. We can praise Him because He is the living God, not like the idols that have no power. His deliverance in Christ is the greatest sign and wonder, calling us to trust and obey Him.