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Psalms 119:116
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John Gill Bible Commentary
My flesh trembleth for fear of thee,.... Not for fear of the wrath of God coming down upon himself, nor for fear of eternal damnation; but for fear of what was coming upon the wicked, for their sins and transgressions. The word (n) used signifies such a dread and horror, which seizes a man to such a degree, that it makes the hair of his flesh to stand up; as Jarchi and Kimchi observe; see Psa 119:53, Job 4:14; and I am afraid of thy judgments; not of their coming down upon him, but upon the wicked; the thought of which is more awful to good men than to the wicked themselves; and especially when under any darkness, doubts, and fears; lest, being conscious to themselves of their own weakness, they should be left to join with the wicked in their sins, and so be partakers of their plagues. (n) Symmachus in Drusius; "horripilavit", Cajetanus apud Gejerum.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
Here, 1. David prays for sustaining grace; for this grace sufficient he besought the Lord twice: Uphold me; and again, Hold thou me up. He sees himself not only unable to go on in his duty by any strength of his own, but in danger of falling into sin unless he was prevented by divine grace; and therefore he is thus earnest for that grace to uphold him in his integrity (Psa 41:12), to keep him from falling and to keep him from tiring, that he might neither turn aside to evil-doing nor be weary of well-doing. We stand no longer than God holds us and go no further than he carries us. 2. He pleads earnestly for this grace. (1.) He pleads the promise of God, his dependence upon the promise, and his expectation from it: "Uphold me, according to thy word, which word I hope in; and, if it be not performed, I shall be made ashamed of my hope, and be called a fool for my credulity." But those that hope in God's word may be sure that the word will not fail them, and therefore their hope will not make them ashamed. (2.) He pleads the great need he had of God's grace and the great advantage it would be of to him: Uphold me, that I may live, intimating that he could not live without the grace of God; he should fall into sin, into death, into hell, if God did not hold him up; but, supported by his hand, he shall live; his spiritual life shall be maintained and be an earnest of eternal life. Hold me up, and I shall be safe, out of danger and out of the fear of danger. Our holy security is grounded on divine supports. (3.) He pleads his resolution, in the strength of this grace, to proceed in his duty: "Hold me up, and then I will have respect unto thy statutes continually and never turn my eyes or feet aside from them." I will employ myself (so some), I will delight myself (so others) in thy statutes. If God's right hand uphold us, we must, in his strength, go on in our duty both with diligence and pleasure.
Psalms 119:116
Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
115Depart from me, you evildoers, that I may obey the commandments of my God. 116Sustain me as You promised, that I may live; let me not be ashamed of my hope. 117Uphold me, and I will be saved, that I may always regard Your statutes.
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The Lordship of Christ
By William MacDonald1.5K40:35Lordship Of ChristRUT 1:16PSA 27:4PSA 119:116MAT 6:33LUK 9:57PHP 3:13REV 3:16In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the importance of making a total commitment to God. He references the story of Ruth from the book of Ruth in the Bible. The preacher highlights the excuses that people often make to delay or avoid following God's call, such as being preoccupied with worldly possessions or personal desires. He emphasizes that seeking the kingdom of God should be the top priority in our lives, even though it doesn't guarantee a life free from problems. The sermon encourages listeners to have the same level of dedication and loyalty to God as Ruth had, declaring "Where you go, I will go; where you stay, I will stay; your people will be my people, and your God my God."
Sola Scriptura 2
By Anton Bosch61045:29Sola ScripturaDEU 4:2PSA 119:89PSA 119:92PSA 119:105PSA 119:111PSA 119:116PSA 119:120REV 22:18In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of understanding that God operates by order and structure. He uses the example of the law of gravity to illustrate that just as gravity works consistently everywhere, God's laws and order are constant and unchanging. The preacher also addresses the misconception that God is caught by surprise or makes decisions on a whim. He highlights that God is a God of order and structure, as seen in the creation account and the establishment of the Sabbath. The sermon concludes with a reminder from the book of Revelation that adding or taking away from God's Word has serious consequences.
When She Is to Be Received
By St. Benedict of Nursia0PSA 119:116MAT 5:37LUK 14:33ROM 12:1PHP 2:3St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the solemn commitment and obedience required for those entering monastic life, highlighting the importance of making promises before God and His Saints, with the awareness of facing condemnation if those promises are broken. He instructs novices to write a document of their commitment, place it on the altar, and seek prayers from the community for support. St. Benedict also stresses the renunciation of personal possessions and the complete surrender of one's will and body to the monastery, symbolized by changing into the monastery's clothes.
Subjection Under God's Chastisement
By A.W. Pink0Submission to GodGod's ChastisementLEV 10:12SA 16:10NEH 9:32JOB 11:12PSA 39:9PSA 119:71PSA 119:75PSA 119:116ISA 53:6JHN 18:11A.W. Pink emphasizes the necessity of being in subjection to God's chastisement, acknowledging our inherent rebellious nature inherited from our first parents. He explains that true subjection involves recognizing God's sovereign right, renouncing self-will, and acknowledging His righteousness and love in all circumstances. Pink illustrates that submission is not merely passive but requires active obedience to God's will, which leads to true happiness and fulfillment. He encourages believers to see God's discipline as a means to bring them closer to Him and to trust in His goodness and wisdom. Ultimately, Pink calls for a heartfelt acceptance of God's authority as our loving Father.
On Prayer
By St. John Climacus0PSA 40:12PSA 94:5PSA 119:116MAT 7:8MAT 11:28LUK 18:1LUK 18:5JHN 1:9ROM 8:26HEB 12:29St. John Climacus preaches about the profound nature of prayer as a dialogue and union with God, emphasizing its role in maintaining harmony in the world and achieving reconciliation with God. He describes prayer as a powerful tool for expiating sin, resisting temptation, and finding solace in times of affliction. St. John highlights the importance of humility, contrition, and simplicity in prayer, urging believers to approach God with a pure heart and genuine thanksgiving. He emphasizes the significance of faith, mercy, and perseverance in prayer, guiding individuals on the path to spiritual growth and communion with God.
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- Matthew Henry
John Gill Bible Commentary
My flesh trembleth for fear of thee,.... Not for fear of the wrath of God coming down upon himself, nor for fear of eternal damnation; but for fear of what was coming upon the wicked, for their sins and transgressions. The word (n) used signifies such a dread and horror, which seizes a man to such a degree, that it makes the hair of his flesh to stand up; as Jarchi and Kimchi observe; see Psa 119:53, Job 4:14; and I am afraid of thy judgments; not of their coming down upon him, but upon the wicked; the thought of which is more awful to good men than to the wicked themselves; and especially when under any darkness, doubts, and fears; lest, being conscious to themselves of their own weakness, they should be left to join with the wicked in their sins, and so be partakers of their plagues. (n) Symmachus in Drusius; "horripilavit", Cajetanus apud Gejerum.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
Here, 1. David prays for sustaining grace; for this grace sufficient he besought the Lord twice: Uphold me; and again, Hold thou me up. He sees himself not only unable to go on in his duty by any strength of his own, but in danger of falling into sin unless he was prevented by divine grace; and therefore he is thus earnest for that grace to uphold him in his integrity (Psa 41:12), to keep him from falling and to keep him from tiring, that he might neither turn aside to evil-doing nor be weary of well-doing. We stand no longer than God holds us and go no further than he carries us. 2. He pleads earnestly for this grace. (1.) He pleads the promise of God, his dependence upon the promise, and his expectation from it: "Uphold me, according to thy word, which word I hope in; and, if it be not performed, I shall be made ashamed of my hope, and be called a fool for my credulity." But those that hope in God's word may be sure that the word will not fail them, and therefore their hope will not make them ashamed. (2.) He pleads the great need he had of God's grace and the great advantage it would be of to him: Uphold me, that I may live, intimating that he could not live without the grace of God; he should fall into sin, into death, into hell, if God did not hold him up; but, supported by his hand, he shall live; his spiritual life shall be maintained and be an earnest of eternal life. Hold me up, and I shall be safe, out of danger and out of the fear of danger. Our holy security is grounded on divine supports. (3.) He pleads his resolution, in the strength of this grace, to proceed in his duty: "Hold me up, and then I will have respect unto thy statutes continually and never turn my eyes or feet aside from them." I will employ myself (so some), I will delight myself (so others) in thy statutes. If God's right hand uphold us, we must, in his strength, go on in our duty both with diligence and pleasure.