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Proverbs 15:29
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Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
29 Jahve is far from the godless; But the prayer of the righteous He heareth. Line second is a variation of 8b. God is far from the godless, viz., as Polychronius remarks, non spatii intercapedine, sed sententiae diversitate; more correctly: as to His gracious presence - חלץ מהם, He has withdrawn Himself from them, Hos 10:6, so that if they pray, their prayer reaches not to Him. The prayer of the righteous, on the contrary, He hears, He is graciously near to them, they have access to Him, He listens to their petitions; and if they are not always fulfilled according to their word, yet they are not without an answer (Psa 145:18).
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
far . . . wicked--in His love and favor (Psa 22:11; Psa 119:155).
John Gill Bible Commentary
The Lord is far from the wicked,.... Not as to his essence or powerful presence, which is everywhere, for he is God omnipresent; but with respect to his favour and good will, he is far from helping in distress, and from hearing their cries when they apply unto him in desperate circumstances; nor does he admit them to nearness and communion with him now, as he does the righteous; nor will he receive them to himself at the last day, but bid them depart from him; they are far from him and from his law, and from all righteousness; and he is far from them, and keeps them at a distance from him; but he heareth the prayer of the righteous; they draw nigh to him, and he draws nigh to them; he is nigh to all that call upon him in truth; and there is none like them that has God so nigh them as they have; his eyes are upon them, and his ears are open to their cries; he is a God hearing and answering their prayers, and bestows upon them the favours they ask for, and stand in need of.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
Note, 1. God sets himself at a distance from those that set him at defiance: The wicked say to the Almighty, Depart from us, and he is, accordingly, far from them; he does not manifest himself to them, has no communion with them, will not hear them, will not help them, no, not in the time of their need. They shall be for ever banished from his presence and he will behold them afar off. Depart from me, you cursed. 2. He will draw nigh to those in a way of mercy who draw nigh to him in a way of duty: He hears the prayer of the righteous, accepts it, is well pleased with it, and will grant an answer of peace to it. It is the prayer of a righteous man that avails much, Jam 5:16. He is nigh to them, a present help, in all that they call upon him for.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
15:29 The heart behind prayers determines whether God hears them.
Proverbs 15:29
A Gentle Answer Turns Away Wrath
28The heart of the righteous ponders how to answer, but the mouth of the wicked blurts out evil. 29The LORD is far from the wicked, but He hears the prayer of the righteous.
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If My People - Part 3
By Shane Idleman92638:451CH 16:11PSA 41:1PSA 145:18PRO 15:29MAT 7:11ROM 8:26PHP 4:61TH 5:171TI 2:8JAS 5:16
This sermon focuses on the importance of prayer, highlighting the challenges and motivations to ignite prayer in individual lives. It emphasizes the need for a consistent prayer life, the impact of prayer on spiritual growth, and the power of prayer to crush sin and work behind the scenes. Various Scriptures are referenced to encourage a life of prayer, seeking God's face continually, and the effectiveness of fervent, righteous prayers.
1 Peter 3:12
By John Gill0God's JusticeRighteousnessPSA 34:15PSA 145:18PRO 15:29ISA 59:1MAT 5:45ROM 3:222TH 1:6HEB 4:131PE 3:121JN 5:14John Gill expounds on 1 Peter 3:12, emphasizing that the Lord's eyes are always upon the righteous, not just in the sight of men but through the righteousness of Christ. He reassures believers that God delights in them and is attentive to their prayers, promising justice and protection. Conversely, God's face is against those who do evil, signifying His anger and the dire consequences for the wicked. This understanding encourages the righteous to trust in God's timing for justice rather than seeking vengeance themselves.
The Danger of Neglecting Prayer
By David Wilkerson0Prioritizing GodThe Importance of PrayerPSA 34:10PSA 138:3PRO 15:29MAT 6:33HEB 2:3David Wilkerson emphasizes the critical importance of prayer in the life of a Christian, highlighting how many believers often turn to worldly solutions instead of seeking God first. He reminds us of the promises in Scripture that assure us of God's attentiveness to our prayers and the strength He provides in times of trouble. Wilkerson warns against the danger of neglecting prayer, urging Christians to prioritize their relationship with God over worldly distractions. He encourages believers to seek the Lord earnestly, assuring them that they will not lack any good thing when they do so. Ultimately, he calls for a deeper commitment to prayer as a means of recognizing God's voice and guidance in our lives.
Day 15, Matthew 15
By David Servant0PRO 15:29MAT 15:41JN 3:22David Servant preaches on the importance of honoring parents by providing for their needs in old age, contrasting it with the Pharisees' tradition of neglecting this duty for the sake of their own rules. He warns against church leaders who prioritize man-made doctrines over God's Word, emphasizing that true love for God leads to a love for His commands. Drawing from the story of the Syrophoenician woman, he highlights the transformation that comes from humility and persistence in seeking Jesus, ultimately leading to answered prayers and commendation for great faith.
Alternatives to Revival
By C. William Fisher02CH 7:14PRO 15:29MAT 9:37ACT 2:1ROM 12:11EPH 6:18COL 4:21TH 5:16JAS 5:16C. William Fisher addresses the changes in evangelism over the years, noting a decrease in genuine prayer and personal involvement, challenges in creating an evangelistic atmosphere due to building constraints, and a shift towards shorter, less impactful meetings. He highlights four major trends in evangelism today that are steps away from real revival, including a focus on preaching-mission meetings, reliance on union meetings, preference for shorter meetings, and the substitution of visitation for true revival. Fisher emphasizes the importance of genuine revival in revitalizing the church for effective evangelism and personal involvement in soul-winning.
- Keil-Delitzsch
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Matthew Henry
- Tyndale
Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
29 Jahve is far from the godless; But the prayer of the righteous He heareth. Line second is a variation of 8b. God is far from the godless, viz., as Polychronius remarks, non spatii intercapedine, sed sententiae diversitate; more correctly: as to His gracious presence - חלץ מהם, He has withdrawn Himself from them, Hos 10:6, so that if they pray, their prayer reaches not to Him. The prayer of the righteous, on the contrary, He hears, He is graciously near to them, they have access to Him, He listens to their petitions; and if they are not always fulfilled according to their word, yet they are not without an answer (Psa 145:18).
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
far . . . wicked--in His love and favor (Psa 22:11; Psa 119:155).
John Gill Bible Commentary
The Lord is far from the wicked,.... Not as to his essence or powerful presence, which is everywhere, for he is God omnipresent; but with respect to his favour and good will, he is far from helping in distress, and from hearing their cries when they apply unto him in desperate circumstances; nor does he admit them to nearness and communion with him now, as he does the righteous; nor will he receive them to himself at the last day, but bid them depart from him; they are far from him and from his law, and from all righteousness; and he is far from them, and keeps them at a distance from him; but he heareth the prayer of the righteous; they draw nigh to him, and he draws nigh to them; he is nigh to all that call upon him in truth; and there is none like them that has God so nigh them as they have; his eyes are upon them, and his ears are open to their cries; he is a God hearing and answering their prayers, and bestows upon them the favours they ask for, and stand in need of.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
Note, 1. God sets himself at a distance from those that set him at defiance: The wicked say to the Almighty, Depart from us, and he is, accordingly, far from them; he does not manifest himself to them, has no communion with them, will not hear them, will not help them, no, not in the time of their need. They shall be for ever banished from his presence and he will behold them afar off. Depart from me, you cursed. 2. He will draw nigh to those in a way of mercy who draw nigh to him in a way of duty: He hears the prayer of the righteous, accepts it, is well pleased with it, and will grant an answer of peace to it. It is the prayer of a righteous man that avails much, Jam 5:16. He is nigh to them, a present help, in all that they call upon him for.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
15:29 The heart behind prayers determines whether God hears them.