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Psalms 101:2
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Context
I Will Set No Worthless Thing before My Eyes
1I will sing of Your loving devotion and justice; to You, O LORD, I will sing praises. 2I will ponder the way that is blameless— when will You come to me? I will walk in my house with integrity of heart. 3I will set no worthless thing before my eyes. I hate the work of those who fall away; it shall not cling to me.
Sermons
Carter Conlon
William MacDonald
Harold Vaughan
Chuck Smith
Mary Wilder Tileston
David WilkersonDavid WilkersonSummary
Commentary
- John Gill
- Tyndale
John Gill Bible Commentary
I will behave myself wisely in a perfect way, So David did before he came to the throne, which made Saul fear him, and the people love him, Sa1 18:14 and so he resolved to do, and did afterwards; and thus it becomes all good men, in every station of life, to do: and then do they behave wisely, when they walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time; when they make the perfect law of liberty, the word of God, the rule of their faith; take Christ for their pattern and example, and the Spirit for their guide; when they walk as becomes the Gospel of Christ; seek the glory of God, and the good of others; behave inoffensively to all, and live as pilgrims and strangers here; attending closely to their duty, walking in all the commandments of the Lord blameless: and yet it is certain that no man lives without sin, or does or can behave himself wisely in so "perfect a way" and manner as to have no fault in him; wherefore this seems most applicable to Christ, who, as it was prophesied he should, so he did "deal prudently", or behave wisely, Isa 52:13, where the same word is used as here; and this is true of Christ throughout the whole of his life; in his infancy, when but twelve years of age; in his public ministry, in his conduct towards all men; in his answers to the ensnaring questions of his enemies; in his behaviour at his apprehension, arraignment, condemnation and crucifixion; and this to perfection, so as that the least fault could not be found in him: O when wilt thou come unto me? and perform thy promise in bringing me to rule over all the tribes of Israel: or it may be read without an interrogation, "when thou wilt come unto me" (g); that is, when thou wilt grant me thy gracious presence, and divine assistance, then I will behave myself wisely, in a perfect way; or "in the way of perfect" (h) and upright men, and will walk with them, and do as they do; without the grace of God, and strength of Christ, and the assistance of the Spirit, nothing is to be done that is wise and good: if it is applied to Christ, it respects the time of his sufferings and death, when he was without the divine Presence and help: I will walk within my house with a perfect heart; or "in the integrity of my heart" (i); in a sincere and upright manner, ruling my own house well, and setting a good example to all in the family; and so should all good men do, performing all duties of religion in the family; be a pattern of good works, bring up their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, and neglect nothing that may contribute to their real good and the glory of God: the house of Christ is his church and people: here he walks and manifests himself, giving proofs of his sincere love and affection to them: the Targum paraphrases it, "the house of my doctrine;'' such is the church of Christ, Isa 2:3. (g) So V. L. Musculus, Cocceius, Gejerus, Junius & Tremellius, Piscator, Tigurine version. (h) "in via integri"; so some in Michaelis. (i) "in integritate cordis mei", Tigurine version, Piscator, Cocceius, Gejerus.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
101:2 in my own home (literally in my house): This commitment to integrity might refer to private life at home. Some interpreters view my house as referring to the king’s palace; the commitment would then refer to the policies of his administration. • Leading a life of integrity means choosing a wise lifestyle.
Psalms 101:2
I Will Set No Worthless Thing before My Eyes
1I will sing of Your loving devotion and justice; to You, O LORD, I will sing praises. 2I will ponder the way that is blameless— when will You come to me? I will walk in my house with integrity of heart. 3I will set no worthless thing before my eyes. I hate the work of those who fall away; it shall not cling to me.
- Scripture
- Sermons
- Commentary
The Candlestick - Tyatira
By Carter Conlon2.3K1:10:48TyatiraPSA 101:2JUD 1:14REV 2:26In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of seeking God's approval in every aspect of our lives. He warns against false teachings and false promises of freedom, stating that those who promote such things are actually slaves to corruption. The preacher also highlights the prevalence of evil speaking in this generation and encourages believers to love their neighbors as themselves, as this fulfills the law. He concludes by addressing the mothers in the congregation and expressing his concern for the youth group, urging everyone to be transparent before God, as nothing is hidden from His sight.
To Know God's Will and Do It
By William MacDonald1.8K40:10God's Will1SA 3:1PSA 101:2ISA 30:20MRK 1:19MRK 10:29ROM 12:1In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking God's guidance in making decisions. He encourages listeners to trust that God has better plans for them than they can imagine. The speaker shares personal stories and biblical references to illustrate how God guides and directs His people. He also emphasizes the need to commit oneself fully to the Lord and seek His wisdom through prayer and reading the Bible.
Spiritual Growth
By Harold Vaughan1.4K47:03Spiritual GrowthEXO 32:172CH 16:9PSA 101:2MAT 5:8JHN 4:23ACT 4:33EPH 5:15In this sermon, the preacher recounts a trip to Times Square where he and his companion set up shop to preach the word of God. They were joined by young men who were eager to preach, despite their fear and trembling. The preacher emphasizes the importance of having a proper perception of God in order to express true praise and worship. He also highlights the dangers of having unworthy thoughts of God, which can lead to unworthy worship. The sermon touches on the issue of sexual immorality and the prevalence of pornography in society, urging listeners to guard their eyes and minds.
Promised Faithfulness
By Chuck Smith1.1K25:04FaithfulnessPSA 101:2PSA 102:20ISA 52:9MAT 6:33ROM 8:28EPH 3:191TI 3:4In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses Psalm 101, which describes the perfect king and kingdom that will come from David. He emphasizes the importance of singing about mercy and judgment and behaving wisely in a perfect way. Pastor Chuck also highlights the significance of ruling in one's own home before ruling in the house of God. He concludes by offering a prayer for the listeners to be guided by God's purpose and filled with His love, and encourages them to grow in their relationship with Him.
As to the Lord
By Mary Wilder Tileston0PSA 37:5PSA 101:2PRO 16:31CO 10:31COL 3:23Mary Wilder Tileston emphasizes the importance of consecrating even the smallest daily duties to God, viewing them as opportunities for spiritual growth and advancement. She encourages believers to approach each task with a perfect heart, seeking to find delight in serving God each day. By weaving the idea of dedicating all actions to God into the fabric of our spiritual lives, even mundane tasks like social courtesies can become avenues for drawing closer to Him.
Having a Perfect Heart
By David Wilkerson0Heart TransformationPerfection in ChristGEN 17:1PSA 24:3PSA 101:2PSA 139:23JER 17:10David Wilkerson emphasizes the possibility of walking before the Lord with a perfect heart, encouraging believers to earnestly desire obedience to God's command. He explains that perfection in God's eyes is not about being sinless but about completeness and maturity, characterized by constant obedience and responsiveness to God's guidance. Wilkerson highlights the importance of allowing God to search our hearts, revealing hidden sins, and fostering a deep communion with Him. The perfect heart seeks to dwell in God's presence and be prepared as a clean vessel for His blessings. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a heart that is open to God's examination and transformation.
The Markers of a Perfect Heart
By David Wilkerson0Perfection in ChristResponsive HeartGEN 17:1PSA 101:2PSA 139:23MAT 5:48David Wilkerson emphasizes that it is possible to walk before the Lord with a perfect heart, as commanded by God to Abraham and echoed by Jesus in the New Testament. He clarifies that perfection does not equate to being sinless, but rather signifies completeness, maturity, and a responsive heart that is obedient to God's voice. Wilkerson highlights the importance of allowing the Holy Spirit to reveal hidden sins and the necessity of a heart that desires to be cleansed and made pure. The perfect heart is characterized by a willingness to listen and respond to God's guidance, ultimately leading to a deeper fellowship with Him.
Six Blessed Psalms
By Zac Poonen0Trust in GodPraise and WorshipPSA 3:3PSA 22:1PSA 25:4PSA 27:1PSA 34:1PSA 34:19PSA 101:2Zac Poonen explores the profound lessons found in six psalms, emphasizing how David's experiences of pressure and adversity shaped his trust in God. He highlights Psalms 3, where David declares God as his glory amidst fleeing from Absalom, and Psalms 22, which foreshadows Christ's suffering and the importance of praise and worship. Poonen also discusses Psalms 25's call for guidance, Psalms 27's fearless trust, and Psalms 34's assurance of God's deliverance for the righteous. Finally, he reflects on Psalms 101, urging believers to live blamelessly, especially in their homes. Through these psalms, Poonen illustrates that pressure can lead to deeper faith and richer ministry.
- John Gill
- Tyndale
John Gill Bible Commentary
I will behave myself wisely in a perfect way, So David did before he came to the throne, which made Saul fear him, and the people love him, Sa1 18:14 and so he resolved to do, and did afterwards; and thus it becomes all good men, in every station of life, to do: and then do they behave wisely, when they walk circumspectly, not as fools, but as wise, redeeming the time; when they make the perfect law of liberty, the word of God, the rule of their faith; take Christ for their pattern and example, and the Spirit for their guide; when they walk as becomes the Gospel of Christ; seek the glory of God, and the good of others; behave inoffensively to all, and live as pilgrims and strangers here; attending closely to their duty, walking in all the commandments of the Lord blameless: and yet it is certain that no man lives without sin, or does or can behave himself wisely in so "perfect a way" and manner as to have no fault in him; wherefore this seems most applicable to Christ, who, as it was prophesied he should, so he did "deal prudently", or behave wisely, Isa 52:13, where the same word is used as here; and this is true of Christ throughout the whole of his life; in his infancy, when but twelve years of age; in his public ministry, in his conduct towards all men; in his answers to the ensnaring questions of his enemies; in his behaviour at his apprehension, arraignment, condemnation and crucifixion; and this to perfection, so as that the least fault could not be found in him: O when wilt thou come unto me? and perform thy promise in bringing me to rule over all the tribes of Israel: or it may be read without an interrogation, "when thou wilt come unto me" (g); that is, when thou wilt grant me thy gracious presence, and divine assistance, then I will behave myself wisely, in a perfect way; or "in the way of perfect" (h) and upright men, and will walk with them, and do as they do; without the grace of God, and strength of Christ, and the assistance of the Spirit, nothing is to be done that is wise and good: if it is applied to Christ, it respects the time of his sufferings and death, when he was without the divine Presence and help: I will walk within my house with a perfect heart; or "in the integrity of my heart" (i); in a sincere and upright manner, ruling my own house well, and setting a good example to all in the family; and so should all good men do, performing all duties of religion in the family; be a pattern of good works, bring up their children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, and neglect nothing that may contribute to their real good and the glory of God: the house of Christ is his church and people: here he walks and manifests himself, giving proofs of his sincere love and affection to them: the Targum paraphrases it, "the house of my doctrine;'' such is the church of Christ, Isa 2:3. (g) So V. L. Musculus, Cocceius, Gejerus, Junius & Tremellius, Piscator, Tigurine version. (h) "in via integri"; so some in Michaelis. (i) "in integritate cordis mei", Tigurine version, Piscator, Cocceius, Gejerus.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
101:2 in my own home (literally in my house): This commitment to integrity might refer to private life at home. Some interpreters view my house as referring to the king’s palace; the commitment would then refer to the policies of his administration. • Leading a life of integrity means choosing a wise lifestyle.