Psalm 27 enduring word
Psalms 27:2. When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell. A special occasion seems to be intended, so that the LXX. have rightly, ἠσθένησαν καὶ ἔπεσαν. Some unrecorded event in the war with Absalom before the final struggle, is probably alluded to. ii. Some suggest that all you peoples refers to the Jewish people, but Paul’s quotation of Psalm 117:1 in Romans 15:11 leads us to believe that this is a call to the nations. iii. The word for peoples suggests all the tribes of the earth. “The very diversity of God’s subjects comes out in the expressions all nations…all tribes .” (Kidner)
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This psalm is again simply titled “A Psalm of David.” It shows David the son of Jesse once again crying out to God, and praising Him for the hearing and answering of his prayer. In this psalm we see the heart in a few different aspects: the evil heart (Psalm 28:3), the trusting heart (Psalm 28:7), and the rejoicing heart (Psalm 28:7). A.We’re facing a pretty big climate change challenge, and I’ve long been skeptical about whether venture capital can be as big a part of the solution as it seems to think it is. This is why I was so excited when Harri wrote about fintech star...Psalm 139 – The Ever-Present God. This magnificent psalm is titled For the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. It does not surprise us that such a significant psalm came from David’s pen, who was “the sweet psalmist of Israel” ( 2 Samuel 23:1 ). The Chief Musician is thought by some to be the LORD God Himself, and others suppose him to be ...Psalm 27:14. Wait on the Lord — O my soul, to which some think he now turns his speech: or rather, O reader, whosoever thou art, wait on God by faith and prayer, and in an humble resignation to his will. Hebrew, יהוה קוה אל, kavveh eel Jehovah, look to, or hope for, or expect, the Lord. Be of good courage — Keep up thy spirits in the midst of thy greatest …Psalm 127 – God’s Work in Building Houses, Cities, and Families. This psalm is titled A Song of Ascents. Of Solomon. Most believe Solomon to be the author, yet it is possible that the psalm was composed by David for Solomon. Here, Solomon will be considered the author. “The strength of the Hebrew people in the past, and all that remains ...The generation of the upright will be blessed. Wealth and riches will be in his house, And his righteousness endures forever. a. His descendants will be mighty on earth: The one who fears the LORD and delights greatly in His commandments ( Psalm 112:1) has God’s blessing on his family. The psalmist pronounced blessing on the descendants of ...Psalm 140 – The Cry and Confidence of a Slandered Soul. This psalm is titled To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. The theme is similar to many of David’s other psalms, in which he cried out to God in a time of trouble. This trouble seems to be slander against him, perhaps when he was a fugitive escaping from Saul’s court.Psalm 109 – A Prophecy of Vengeance Against Hateful Enemies. Psalm 109 is titled To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. Some think the Chief Musician was the choirmaster for King David; others think it was a poetic reference to God Himself, the author of music itself. This is a Psalm of David, and is thought to be the strongest of what are ...Psalm 70 – Help Quickly, O Lord. This psalm is titled To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. To bring to remembrance. This psalm certainly has the sense of remembrance, in that it is almost the same as Psalm 40:13-17. “This prayer is the shield, spear, thunderbolt and defense against every attack of fear, presumption [and] lukewarmness ...a. The LORD is King forever and ever: The psalmist began with almost despair in his times of trouble; he ends with calm confidence in the reign of the LORD as an eternal King. i. God had long been declared the King of Israel ( Exodus 15:18 ), even when His people rejected His rule ( 1 Samuel 8:7-9 ).More Than 11,000 Pages Of Bible Commentary. Take some time and use the menu up top to browse around. We have more than 11,000 pages of Bible commentary, hundreds of audio and video teachings, articles, work translated into other languages, and much more. We’re facing a pretty big climate change challenge, and I’ve long been skeptical about whether venture capital can be as big a part of the solution as it seems to think it is. This is why I was so excited when Harri wrote about fintech star...Like several other psalms, Psalm 25 is an acrostic, or nearly so; there are a few irregularities in the acrostic pattern. James Montgomery Boice suggested three reasons why there are nine acrostic psalms (Psalm 9, 10, 25, 34, 37, 111, 112, 119, and 145). First, the acrostic pattern is a literary device used to add beauty and form to the psalm.Psalm 125 – As the Mountains Surround Jerusalem. This song is titled A Song of Ascents. Like the others in the series of 15 Songs of Ascents, it was especially appropriate for those pilgrims on their way to Jerusalem for one of the three annual major feasts of Israel. “We can imagine the pilgrims chanting this song when [walking] the city ...It is almost universally agreed that Paul wrote Romans from the city of Corinth as he wintered there on his third missionary journey as described in Acts 20:2-3. This is based on Romans 16:1 and 16:23 along with 1 Corinthians 1:14. A variety of commentators pick the date of writing anywhere from 53 to 58 A.D. ii.Toni Morrison didn’t call herself a writer until she published her third book. Before that, she was called many things: an editor, an educator, a mother, and so much more. Born Chloe Ardelia Wofford on February 18, 1931, she grew up in Lora...Psalm 20 – The LORD Saves His Anointed. The title of this psalm is the same as several others: To the Chief Musician. A Psalm of David. Yet the psalm itself is different, notably because it is in the voice of a multitude that prays on behalf of the King of Israel as he is ready to go into battle. This is seen in the way the psalm speaks in ...Psalm 115 – The LORD Our Help and Shield. Psalm 115 is a continuation of the collection of the Egyptian Hallel psalms ( Psalms 113-118) sung by the Jews during their Passover celebrations. It therefore makes up part of the hymns which would have been sung by Jesus and His disciples on the night He was betrayed and arrested, the night before ...In this Psalm David speaks of the glory of God, and how the glory of man and his destiny reflects upon God. ... theme in the Bible: the idea that God uses otherwise weak things to display His glory and strength. 1 Corinthians 1:27 is an example of this idea: ... 2020 The Enduring Word Bible Commentary by David Guzik – [email protected] ...“Psalms 96-98 each hail God’s coming as the world’s King. But Psalm 96 and Psalm 98 soar with delight at what is in store for the world when God returns, while in Psalm 97 the frightening, awesome side of God’s kingly rule is emphasized.” (James Montgomery Boice) A. Rejoicing in the greatness of God. 1. Isaiah is a book in three sections. Chapters 1-35 are prophetic, with the theme of condemnation. Chapters 36-39 are historic, and the theme is confiscation. Chapters 40-66 are messianic, and the theme is consolation. b. Comfort, yes, comfort My people: Isaiah knew what it was to warn and instruct God’s people, but the LORD also wanted His ...Light, space, zest— that’s GOD! So, with him on my siWhen it comes to home improvement, every detail matters. One particul Read Psalms 27 commentary using Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Complete). Study the bible online using commentary on Psalms 27 and more!...“Psalms 96-98 each hail God’s coming as the world’s King. But Psalm 96 and Psalm 98 soar with delight at what is in store for the world when God returns, while in Psalm 97 the frightening, awesome side of God’s kingly rule is emphasized.” (James Montgomery Boice) A. Rejoicing in the greatness of God. 1. In Luke 21:25-26, He spoke of unmistakable calamit Psalm 67 – A Missionary Psalm. The title tells us the audience of the psalm: To the Chief Musician. On Stringed Instruments. A Psalm. A Song. Some believe that the Chief Musician is the Lord GOD Himself, and others suppose him to be a leader of choirs or musicians in David’s time, such as Heman the singer or Asaph ( 1 Chronicles 6:33, 16:5 ...When it comes to home improvement, every detail matters. One particular element that often gets overlooked is the faucet. While there are countless options available on the market today, many homeowners find themselves drawn to the timeless... Psalm 27 Commentary Verse 5. And yet, even though David ultimatel
1. (1-3) Nathan’s premature advice to David. Now it came to pass when the king was dwelling in his house, and the LORD had given him rest from all his enemies all around, that the king said to Nathan the prophet, “See now, I dwell in a house of cedar, but the ark of God dwells inside tent curtains.”. Then Nathan said to the king, “Go ...Psalm 7 – Confidence in God’s Deliverance. The Hebrew title to this psalm reads: A Meditation of David, which he sang to the LORD concerning the words of Cush, a Benjamite. The New King James Version translates the Hebrew word “shiggaion” as meditation, though the word is difficult to translate and is used elsewhere only in …Oh, clap your hands: The clapping of hands draws attention to something, usually as an outward expression of inward joy. The Bible uses it both in a negative and positive sense. i. There is both clapping for praise ( Psalm 47:1, Psalm 98:8, Isaiah 55:12) and clapping in derision ( Job 27:23, Lamentations 2:15, Nahum 3:19 ). ii.1. (7-8) Jesus invites us to keep on asking, seeking and knocking. “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened.”. a.Psalm 23 – The LORD Is My Shepherd and My Host. Like many others, this beloved psalm bears the simple title A Psalm of David. Most account it to be a psalm of David’s maturity, but with vivid remembrance of his youth as a shepherd. Charles Spurgeon wrote, “I like to recall the fact that this psalm was written by David, probably when he ...
he will keep me safe in his dwelling; he will hide me in the shelter of his sacred tent. and set me high upon a rock. 6 Then my head will be exalted. above the enemies who surround me; at his sacred tent I will sacrifice with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the Lord. 7 Hear my voice when I call, Lord; be merciful to me and answer me. Psalms 27:2. When the wicked, even mine enemies and my foes, came upon me to eat up my flesh, they stumbled and fell. A special occasion seems to be intended, so that the LXX. have rightly, ἠσθένησαν καὶ ἔπεσαν. Some unrecorded event in the war with Absalom before the final struggle, is probably alluded to.…
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Already in Psalm 105 we have repetition of the word He. “The master word in the psalm is the pronoun ‘He.’. In constant repetition it shows the one thought uppermost in the mind of the singer. It is that of perpetual activity of God in all those experiences through which His people have passed.” (Morgan) iii.1. (1-2) David’s soul silently waits for God. Truly my soul silently waits for God; From Him comes my salvation. He only is my rock and my salvation; He is my defense; I shall not be greatly moved. a. Truly my soul silently waits for God: The emphasis in this line is of surrendered silence before God and God alone.Isaiah is a book in three sections. Chapters 1-35 are prophetic, with the theme of condemnation. Chapters 36-39 are historic, and the theme is confiscation. Chapters 40-66 are messianic, and the theme is consolation. b. Comfort, yes, comfort My people: Isaiah knew what it was to warn and instruct God’s people, but the LORD also wanted His ...
Psalm 127 – God’s Work in Building Houses, Cities, and Families. This psalm is titled A Song of Ascents. Of Solomon. Most believe Solomon to be the author, yet it is possible that the psalm was composed by David for Solomon. Here, Solomon will be considered the author. “The strength of the Hebrew people in the past, and all that remains ...Psalm 91 – A Psalm for a Time of Plague. This psalm has no title, and therefore the author remains unknown. Because it shares some of the themes of Psalm 90, some think Moses was the author. Because it shares some of the themes and phrases of Psalm 27 and Psalm 31, some think the author was David. “Some of its language, of strongholds and ... 1. (1-2) God appears to Abram when he is 99 years old. When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the LORD appeared to Abram and said to him, “I am Almighty God; walk before Me and be blameless. And I will make My covenant between Me and you, and will multiply you exceedingly.”. a. When Abram was ninety-nine years old: Abram was 75 years old ...
Psalms 27:2. When the wicked, even mine enemies and my fo Proverbs 27 – Planning for the Future, Receiving Honor Proverbs 27:1. Do not boast about tomorrow, For you do not know what a day may bring forth. a. Do not boast about tomorrow: It is human nature to be overly confident in what future days hold. It is easy to boast about tomorrow, especially with our modern arrogance of continual progress. b. Psalm 84 – The Pilgrim’s Love and Longing for God and His House. The title of this psalm is To the Chief Musician. On an instrument of Gath. A Psalm of the sons of Korah. These sons of Korah were Levites, from the family of Kohath. By David’s time it seems they served in the musical aspect of the temple worship ( 2 Chronicles 20:19 ). Psalm 27. Enjoy the inspirational words to Psalm 27. The text of PsPsalm 139 – The Ever-Present God. This ma Psalm 26 - Standing in an Even Place. Psalm 27 - The Seeking, Waiting Life Rewarded. Psalm 28 - Praise from Prayer Heard and Answered. Psalm 29 - The Voice of the LORD in the Storm. Psalm 30 - Remembering the Greatness of God at a Great Event. Psalm 31 - Shelter from Trouble in the Secret Place of God's Presence. In this Psalm David speaks of the glory of God, and how the glory The Psalm may with profit be read in a threefold way, as the language of David, of the Church, and of the Lord Jesus. The plenitude of Scripture will thus appear the more wonderful. DIVISION. The poet first sounds forth his sure confidence in his God, Ps 27:1-3, and his love of communion with him, Ps 27:4-6. 27 Lord, you are my Light and my Savior, so whThis psalm is titled To the Chief Musician.On stringed instruments. “Psalms 96-98 each hail God’s coming as the wo 1. (1-2) Address and initial greeting. Paul and Timothy, bondservants of Jesus Christ, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are in Philippi, with the bishops and deacons: Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. a. Paul and Timothy: The Apostle Paul wrote this letter to his close friends, the Christians in Philippi ...Let those who fear the LORD now say, “His mercy endures forever.”. a. Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good: Many of the psalms call upon God’s people to thank Him. Psalm 118 opens with an emphatic call, indicated by the word Oh. God’s goodness is so great and apparent that it deserves emphatic thanks. i. The word which you hear is not Mine but the Father’s who sent Let those who fear the LORD now say, “His mercy endures forever.”. a. Give thanks to the LORD, for He is good: Many of the psalms call upon God’s people to thank Him. Psalm 118 opens with an emphatic call, indicated by the word Oh. God’s goodness is so great and apparent that it deserves emphatic thanks. i. Isaiah is a book in three sections. Chapters Let those who fear the LORD now say, “His mercy endure Psalm 27 is unique in its heightened emphasis on trust. The opening verse describes the Lord with language that suggests his presence is life-giving and protective. As James Luther Mays says, “The Lord is called ‘light’ because light drives darkness away.” 2 Light is a basic category of order and stability that recalls the first act of ...1. (4-5) David calms himself before the LORD. Be angry, and do not sin. Meditate within your heart on your bed, and be still. Selah. And put your trust in the LORD. a. Be angry, and do not sin: With the ungodliness around him, David had reason to be angry, but he had no reason to sin.