In this time of year, let us not forget the strangers and needy. When we treat the least among us with kindness, it is as if we treat Jesus with kindness. And when we treat the least of these with contempt, it is as if we treat Jesus with contempt.
God commanded Israel to bring the firstfruits as a sacrifice unto the Lord. This command teaches us the principle of putting God first in everything we do.
In ancient times, they sang songs to commemorate great deliverances. God is giving us a new song, by providing a testimony of God's miraculous deliverance.