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Psalms 119:23
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John Gill Bible Commentary
DALETH.--The Fourth Part. DALETH. My soul cleaveth unto the dust,.... Either to the dust of death, having the sentence of it; being almost in despair of life, upon the brink of the grave seemingly, and free among the dead: or in a very low estate of mind, in great dejection and humiliation, rolling himself in the dust, and putting his mouth in it; if there might be any hope of deliverance; but despairing of it, unless the Lord appeared; or finding a proneness in him to the corruption of nature, the body of sin and death, which was very powerful and prevalent, ensnaring and captivating; and particularly to worldly things, comparable to dust, for their lightness, emptiness, and unprofitableness; which often have an undue influence on good men, and to which their affections are too much glued; and which greatly affect the exercise of grace and religious duties, and bring a deadness upon the soul, and make the following: petition necessary: quicken thou me according to thy word; such who are quickened together with Christ, and who are quickened by his Spirit and grace, when they were dead in trespasses and sins, have often need to be quickened again, and to have the work of grace revived in them; which is done when grace is drawn forth into lively exercise, and which is necessary to the performance of duty; and this is done both by means of the word of God, which, as it is used for the quickening dead sinners, so for the reviving of drooping saints; see Psa 119:50. And according to his word of promise, who has promised never to leave his people, nor forsake the work of his hand, but perform it until the day of Christ; Jarchi and Kimchi think reference is had to the promise in Sa2 12:13; and Aben Ezra to Deu 32:39.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
See here, 1. How David was abused even by great men, who should have known better his character and his case, and have been more generous: Princes did sit, sit in council, sit in judgment, and speak against me. What even princes say is not always right; but it is sad when judgment is thus turned to wormwood, when those that should be the protectors of the innocent are their betrayers. Herein David was a type of Christ, for they were the princes of this world that vilified and crucified the Lord of glory, Co1 2:8. 2. What method he took to make himself easy under these abuses: he meditated in God's statutes, went on in his duty, and did not regard them; as a deaf man, he heard not. When they spoke against him, he found that in the word of God which spoke for him, and spoke comfort to him, and then none of these things moved him. Those that have pleasure in communion with God may easily despise the censures of men, even of princes.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
119:23-24 Those who meditate on God’s instructions receive wise advice from them.
Psalms 119:23
Your Word Is a Lamp to My Feet
22Remove my scorn and contempt, for I have kept Your testimonies. 23Though rulers sit and slander me, Your servant meditates on Your statutes. 24Your testimonies are indeed my delight; they are my counselors.
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How to Be Blessable
By Warren Wiersbe7.2K44:46PSA 1:2PSA 119:15PSA 119:23PSA 119:47PSA 119:77JHN 15:5In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the destructive power of sin and the importance of reaching out to those who are perishing. He uses Psalm 1 to illustrate the contrast between the blessed and the perishing. The preacher also highlights the danger of being friendly with the world and how it can lead to being influenced by its ways. He emphasizes the need to prioritize the Word of God over worldly possessions and desires. The sermon references various Bible verses, including James 4:4 and John's definition of the world.
King David's Use of His Bible
By Samuel Logan Brengle0The Power of ScriptureFinding Comfort in God's WordPSA 119:23Samuel Logan Brengle emphasizes King David's profound engagement with the Scriptures, illustrating how, despite facing adversaries, David found wisdom, joy, hope, and comfort through meditation on God's laws. He highlights that David's Bible, though limited, provided him with insights and strength that surpassed his enemies and teachers. Brengle encourages believers to seek the same depth of understanding and joy from the Word of God, which serves as a source of hope and comfort in times of trouble. He draws parallels between David's experiences and the importance of faith in God's promises, urging the congregation to cherish the Scriptures as a vital resource for spiritual growth.
Helpful Hints in the Study of God's Word
By George Mueller0Spiritual NourishmentMeditation on ScripturePSA 119:23PSA 119:81PRO 30:8ISA 26:9JER 36:8DAN 3:17JHN 16:131CO 10:112TI 3:16JAS 1:5George Mueller emphasizes the importance of meditation on God's Word as a means to nourish the inner man and strengthen prayer. He encourages believers to seek wisdom from God and to trust in His ability to provide guidance and understanding through the Scriptures. Mueller highlights that daily reading and meditation on both the Old and New Testaments is crucial for spiritual growth and understanding. He reminds us that the Holy Spirit is our teacher, helping us to grasp the truths of Scripture and apply them to our lives. Ultimately, he calls believers to find joy and nourishment in God's Word, which is essential for their spiritual well-being.
- John Gill
- Matthew Henry
- Tyndale
John Gill Bible Commentary
DALETH.--The Fourth Part. DALETH. My soul cleaveth unto the dust,.... Either to the dust of death, having the sentence of it; being almost in despair of life, upon the brink of the grave seemingly, and free among the dead: or in a very low estate of mind, in great dejection and humiliation, rolling himself in the dust, and putting his mouth in it; if there might be any hope of deliverance; but despairing of it, unless the Lord appeared; or finding a proneness in him to the corruption of nature, the body of sin and death, which was very powerful and prevalent, ensnaring and captivating; and particularly to worldly things, comparable to dust, for their lightness, emptiness, and unprofitableness; which often have an undue influence on good men, and to which their affections are too much glued; and which greatly affect the exercise of grace and religious duties, and bring a deadness upon the soul, and make the following: petition necessary: quicken thou me according to thy word; such who are quickened together with Christ, and who are quickened by his Spirit and grace, when they were dead in trespasses and sins, have often need to be quickened again, and to have the work of grace revived in them; which is done when grace is drawn forth into lively exercise, and which is necessary to the performance of duty; and this is done both by means of the word of God, which, as it is used for the quickening dead sinners, so for the reviving of drooping saints; see Psa 119:50. And according to his word of promise, who has promised never to leave his people, nor forsake the work of his hand, but perform it until the day of Christ; Jarchi and Kimchi think reference is had to the promise in Sa2 12:13; and Aben Ezra to Deu 32:39.
Matthew Henry Bible Commentary
See here, 1. How David was abused even by great men, who should have known better his character and his case, and have been more generous: Princes did sit, sit in council, sit in judgment, and speak against me. What even princes say is not always right; but it is sad when judgment is thus turned to wormwood, when those that should be the protectors of the innocent are their betrayers. Herein David was a type of Christ, for they were the princes of this world that vilified and crucified the Lord of glory, Co1 2:8. 2. What method he took to make himself easy under these abuses: he meditated in God's statutes, went on in his duty, and did not regard them; as a deaf man, he heard not. When they spoke against him, he found that in the word of God which spoke for him, and spoke comfort to him, and then none of these things moved him. Those that have pleasure in communion with God may easily despise the censures of men, even of princes.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
119:23-24 Those who meditate on God’s instructions receive wise advice from them.