Psalms 22:31
They shall come, and shall declare his righteousness unto a people that shall be born, that he hath done this.
Psalms 22:31
“They shall come, and shall declare his righteousness unto a people that shall be born, that he hath done this.” The culmination points to a lasting witness: future generations will proclaim God’s righteous acts and the works of deliverance God accomplished. It echoes a prophetic memory—what God has done will be retold to those not yet born, ensuring the faith narrative continues. The phrase “he hath done this” centers on God’s redeeming action in the speaker’s life, which becomes a testimony for others. This line sits in a psalm of lament and trust, emphasizing that God’s deliverance is not only historical but universal and enduring.
Theologically, the verse affirms the continuity of God’s saving work across generations. It champions testimony as a central means by which faith travels from one generation to the next. This echoes Passover vows (Exodus 12) and the call to remember God’s deeds (Psalm 103:17-18). It underscores the communal and intergenerational nature of salvation—today’s experience of God becomes tomorrow’s proclamation.
Practical implication: commit to sharing what God has done in your life with younger generations—children, students, peers. Create opportunities for storytelling in family and church settings. Use testaments to strengthen faith in others and inspire future worship. If you have a platform—social media, sermons, classrooms—share concrete examples of God’s faithfulness. The core idea is to become a living witness, not just a listener, so that someone born later can hear about God’s righteousness and turn to Him.
Cross-References: Psalm 78:4; Psalm 105:1-2; Isaiah 44:8; 1 Peter 2:9; Revelation 15:4