Ezr 3:10 | MHM | STEP | v. 10–11 : When the foundation of the temple was laid, the priests played trumpets, and the Levites played cymbals, as Moses and David had commanded (Ezra 3:10–11 ). The people sang, God is good, and his mercy endures forever , the same words found in Psalm 136 . This song reminded them that all blessings come from God’s everlasting mercy, even when times are hard. God’s goodness to Israel remains, whether they are in trouble or in peace.

‏ Ezra 3:10

v. 10–11: When the foundation of the temple was laid, the priests played trumpets, and the Levites played cymbals, as Moses and David had commanded (Ezra 3:10–11 ^a). The people sang, God is good, and his mercy endures forever, the same words found in Psalm 136 ^b. This song reminded them that all blessings come from God’s everlasting mercy, even when times are hard. God’s goodness to Israel remains, whether they are in trouble or in peace.