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Psalms 139:2
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- John Gill
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John Gill Bible Commentary
Thou compassest my path and my lying down,.... The Targum adds, "to study in the law.'' His walk in the daytime, and every step he took, and his lying down at night. It denotes his perfect knowledge of all his actions, day and night; he surrounds every path of man, that they cannot escape his knowledge. Or, "thou winnowest", as some render the word (c); he distinguishes actions; he discerns and separates the good from the bad, or the goodness of an action from the evil and imperfection of it, as in winnowing the wheat is separated from the chaff. Or, "thou measurest my squaring" (d); all his dimensions, his length and breadth, as he lay down in his bed; and art acquainted with all my ways; the whole of his life and conversation, all his works and doings: God knows all the evil ways and works of his people; he takes notice of them, and chastises for them; and all their good works, and approves and accepts of them; he knows from what principles of faith and love they spring, in what manner they are performed, and with what views, aims, and ends; see Rev 2:2, Psa 1:6. (c) "ventilasti", Pagninus, Montanus; so Tigurine version and Ainsworth. (d) "quadraturam meam spithama mensurasti", Gussetius, p. 775. "spithama metiris", Cocceius.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
139:2 The phrase sit down or stand up refers to daily activities (cp. Deut 6:6-9).
Psalms 139:2
You Have Searched Me and Known Me
1O LORD, You have searched me and known me. 2You know when I sit and when I rise; You understand my thoughts from afar. 3You search out my path and my lying down; You are aware of all my ways.
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Blotted Out
By Mel Trotter1.8K04:05LEV 26:31PSA 103:12PSA 139:2ECC 12:14ISA 43:25ISA 44:22MAT 6:33In this sermon, the preacher shares a story about a boy in Chicago who confessed to killing his parents. The boy's confession was recorded on a dictaphone, and when played back, it convicted him. The preacher then draws a parallel between this recording technology and God's ability to remember every word and action. He emphasizes that just as Edison's invention can capture and playback words, God keeps record of our sins. However, the preacher also highlights the hope found in the Bible, where God promises to blot out our sins and not remember them.
The Deceitfulness of the Heart
By Paris Reidhead1.6K1:01:20DeceitfulnessGEN 16:13JOB 7:20PSA 56:8PSA 139:2JER 17:1ACT 15:8HEB 4:13In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the deceptive nature of sin and the false promises it offers. He warns against being deceived by the temporary pleasures and illusions of sin, comparing it to cyanide that may smell sweet but ultimately leads to death. The preacher also highlights how the heart can deceive in matters of profit, leading people to seek quick and illegal ways to gain wealth. He references Jeremiah 17 to emphasize that God knows the motives and actions of every individual and will judge them accordingly. The sermon aims to awaken sinners and encourage them to turn away from sin and seek righteousness.
God's Peace Guarding You From Anxious Thoughts by James Jennings
By James Malachi Jennings57255:48PSA 55:22PSA 62:8PSA 139:2PHP 4:6PHP 4:19COL 3:15This sermon delves into Philippians chapter 4, emphasizing the importance of not being anxious but instead bringing all requests to God in prayer with thanksgiving. The passage highlights the promise of God's peace that surpasses understanding to guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. The speaker encourages a life of constant prayer, a heart of thankfulness, and a focus on Christlike living to experience this supernatural peace. The nearness of the Lord is emphasized, both in His presence to help and in the reminder of His imminent return for judgment. The message urges believers to trust in God's provision, practice thanksgiving, and maintain a mind stayed on Him to receive and abide in His perfect peace.
A Great High-Priest - His Sympathy and Compassion
By J.C. Philpot0PSA 139:2ISA 53:4ISA 53:10EPH 1:21HEB 4:15HEB 5:81PE 2:241PE 3:18J.C. Philpot preaches about the compassionate and sympathizing High Priest in the courts of heaven, emphasizing the necessity of sympathy and compassion in a high priest as a mediator. He delves into the personal experiences of suffering and temptation that Jesus endured to sympathize with His people, highlighting how Jesus bore the weight of sin, endured the wrath of God, and experienced the curse of the law to understand and empathize with His afflicted ones. Philpot explores the deep connection between the Lord's trials on earth and His present intercession in heaven, showcasing how Jesus' personal experiences enable Him to be a merciful and faithful High Priest who sympathizes with His people under afflictions and temptations.
Gps
By Anton Bosch0JOB 34:21PSA 139:2PRO 14:12ISA 30:21JER 10:23JER 18:4Anton Bosch preaches about the concept of God's Positioning System (GPS) in our lives, drawing parallels between the technology of GPS and God's guidance. He emphasizes how God, like a GPS, knows our exact position in life, sees all our steps, and has a perfect plan for our lives even when we are lost or straying. The sermon highlights the importance of trusting in God's directions, following His lead step-by-step, and being attentive to His voice amidst the distractions of the world.
God's Anatomy Upon Man's Heart
By Thomas Watson0PSA 44:5PSA 139:2PSA 139:12JER 23:24ROM 13:11TI 6:16HEB 4:13JAS 1:5Thomas Watson preaches about the omniscience of God, emphasizing that all things are naked and open before His eyes. He calls for humility, repentance, and soul-affliction in the face of God's all-seeing knowledge. Watson delves into the metaphor of God's heart-anatomy, dissecting the thoughts and motives of the heart, highlighting that even the most secret designs of man are fully known to God. He warns against hypocrisy, partial goodness, and using religion as a mask for sin, urging believers to walk in virtue and duty under the constant gaze of God's omniscient eye.
Amos 4:12
By Chuck Smith0Preparation for JudgmentRepentanceJOB 23:10PSA 139:2ISA 45:22AMO 4:12MAT 24:36JHN 3:16ROM 14:11PHP 2:10HEB 9:271JN 5:11Chuck Smith emphasizes the urgency of preparing to meet God, highlighting how God has sent various warnings and judgments to prompt repentance. He explains that calamities serve as instruments for God to reveal true character, urging individuals to turn to Him before facing destruction. The sermon stresses the majesty and authority of God, who created the universe and knows our innermost thoughts, and challenges listeners to consider their excuses for not bowing to Him. Ultimately, Smith calls for acceptance of God's provision through Jesus Christ as the true means of preparation for meeting God.
- John Gill
- Tyndale
John Gill Bible Commentary
Thou compassest my path and my lying down,.... The Targum adds, "to study in the law.'' His walk in the daytime, and every step he took, and his lying down at night. It denotes his perfect knowledge of all his actions, day and night; he surrounds every path of man, that they cannot escape his knowledge. Or, "thou winnowest", as some render the word (c); he distinguishes actions; he discerns and separates the good from the bad, or the goodness of an action from the evil and imperfection of it, as in winnowing the wheat is separated from the chaff. Or, "thou measurest my squaring" (d); all his dimensions, his length and breadth, as he lay down in his bed; and art acquainted with all my ways; the whole of his life and conversation, all his works and doings: God knows all the evil ways and works of his people; he takes notice of them, and chastises for them; and all their good works, and approves and accepts of them; he knows from what principles of faith and love they spring, in what manner they are performed, and with what views, aims, and ends; see Rev 2:2, Psa 1:6. (c) "ventilasti", Pagninus, Montanus; so Tigurine version and Ainsworth. (d) "quadraturam meam spithama mensurasti", Gussetius, p. 775. "spithama metiris", Cocceius.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
139:2 The phrase sit down or stand up refers to daily activities (cp. Deut 6:6-9).