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Psalms 15:4
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Who May Dwell on Your Holy Mountain?
3who has no slander on his tongue, who does no harm to his neighbor, who casts no scorn on his friend, 4who despises the vile but honors those who fear the LORD, who does not revise a costly oath, 5who lends his money without interest and refuses a bribe against the innocent. He who does these things will never be shaken.
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- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Love and hate are regulated by a regard to God. sweareth . . . hurt--or what so results (compare Lev 5:4).
John Gill Bible Commentary
In whose eyes a vile person is contemned,.... A "vile" man is a very wicked, profligate, and abandoned creature, one that is to every good work reprobate; and such sometimes are in high places, Psa 12:8; and are greatly caressed and esteemed by the men of the world; but then, as they are an abomination to God, they should be despised by his people, let them be what they will as to their riches, honours, and wisdom among men; as Haman was by Mordecai, Est 3:2; and Ahab by Elisha, Kg2 3:14; and such who keep company with, and express a delight and pleasure in such sort of persons, ought by no means to have a place in the house of God. Some understand this of a good man being "despised in his own eyes", as it may be rendered (f); on account of his vileness, and the imperfection of his obedience, and as expressive of his great humility, esteeming others better than himself; and who renounces himself, and is rejected by himself, having a very mean opinion of himself; which is the sense of the Targum, Aben Ezra, and Kimchi; and which is no bad sense, though the former is countenanced by what follows; but he honoureth them that fear the Lord; who have the covenant grace of fear wrought in their hearts, and serve the Lord with reverence and godly fear; that is, who are truly religious and godly persons; these such who are fit members of the church of Christ love heartily, esteem of highly, and honour them by thinking and speaking well of them, and behaving with great respect and decency to them; see Rom 12:10; he that sweareth to his own hurt, and changeth not; having taken a solemn oath, so sacred is it with him, and such a regard has he to the name of God, by whom he swears, that though it is to his civil loss and detriment, yet he will not break it and depart from it, but punctually observe it: some render it, "he that swears to his neighbour, and changeth not" (g); he that is just to his word, faithful to his promises, that exactly fulfils all the obligations he lays himself under unto others; he that is honest and upright in all his dealings. The Jewish writers interpret this clause of a man's vowing and swearing to afflict himself by fasting, which, though it is to the emaciating of his body, yet he strictly observes his vow or oath; but this is foreign from the scope of the place: it might be rendered, "he that swears to do evil, and does not recompense or perform" (h), it being better to break through such an oath than to keep it; see Lev 5:4. (f) "qui despicit se in oculis suis", so some in Vatablus; "ille est despectus in propriis oculis, reprobatus", Gussetius, p. 453. (g) , Sept. "proximo suo", V. L. Sic. Syr. Ar. Aethiop. (h) So Ainsworth.
Psalms 15:4
Who May Dwell on Your Holy Mountain?
3who has no slander on his tongue, who does no harm to his neighbor, who casts no scorn on his friend, 4who despises the vile but honors those who fear the LORD, who does not revise a costly oath, 5who lends his money without interest and refuses a bribe against the innocent. He who does these things will never be shaken.
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Studies in Joshua 03 - Conquering the Land
By Alden Gannett2.0K45:45JoshuaJOS 9:27JOS 10:4JOS 13:7PSA 15:1PSA 15:4In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the preparation and conquest of Joshua as he leads the Israelites into the land of Canaan. The sermon begins by discussing Joshua's encounter with a man with a drawn sword, who reveals himself as the captain of the Lord's host. Joshua falls to the ground in worship and receives instructions to remove his shoes, as he is standing on holy ground. The sermon then highlights the preparation of Joshua and the people, including their faith in crossing the Jordan River and the observance of circumcision and the Passover. The preacher emphasizes the importance of faith in obtaining victory and encourages the congregation to trust in God for their impossible burdens.
Two Churches-Babylon and Jerusalem
By Zac Poonen1.5K57:57PSA 15:4LUK 16:13GAL 1:4JAS 4:4REV 18:4REV 19:2This sermon delves into the concept of Babylon as a corrupt system that infiltrates Christianity, leading believers astray with worldliness, materialism, and false doctrines. It emphasizes the need to come out of this corrupt Christianity, focusing on devotion to Christ, obedience to God's word, and avoiding the traps of money, politics, and music that can lead to spiritual downfall.
All That Jesus Taught Bible Study - Part 67
By Zac Poonen59723:07PSA 15:4MAT 5:37MAT 23:15MAT 23:23LUK 14:26ROM 7:21This sermon delves into Matthew 23, focusing on Jesus' teachings about the Pharisees. It emphasizes the importance of aligning inner beliefs with outward actions, warning against hypocrisy and the danger of neglecting justice, mercy, and faithfulness. The message stresses the significance of integrity in keeping promises and the weightier matters of the law over minor details. Jesus highlights the need to prioritize cleansing the inner life to reflect purity externally, challenging believers to live authentically and in alignment with God's principles.
(Sex, Love & Marriage) 8.
By Zac Poonen1Engagement GuidelinesPreparation for MarriageGEN 2:24EXO 14:14PSA 15:4PSA 45:10PRO 12:22ECC 3:5MAT 5:37ROM 1:251CO 10:13JAS 5:12Zac Poonen emphasizes the importance of preparation for marriage, likening it to the meticulous planning required for a space mission. He advocates for a period of engagement that allows couples to know each other better and to detach from parental attachments, while also warning against the dangers of physical intimacy before marriage. Poonen highlights that minor disagreements during engagement are normal and should not be seen as signs of incompatibility, but rather as opportunities for growth and humility. He stresses the need for couples to seek advice from experienced married believers and to plan a Christ-honoring wedding, free from non-Christian customs. Ultimately, he encourages couples to establish their own home after marriage to foster a healthy family unit.
Precious in the Sight of God
By K.P. Yohannan0ObedienceFear Of GodEXO 18:21LEV 19:14LEV 25:17JOB 1:8PSA 15:4PSA 85:9PSA 103:11PSA 112:8PSA 119:63ISA 6:3K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the significance of fearing God, illustrating that this reverence is what makes individuals precious in His sight. He highlights Job as a prime example, noting that God valued Job's fear of the Lord above his wealth and accomplishments. The sermon underscores that true obedience stems from recognizing God's holiness and authority, and that blessings come to those who fear Him, even amidst life's challenges. Yohannan also reflects on the life of Watchman Nee, whose unwavering commitment to God, despite persecution, exemplifies the profound impact of living in holy fear. Ultimately, the message calls believers to cultivate a deep reverence for God, which leads to true blessing and a life that honors Him.
Faithfulness
By J.R. Miller0CommitmentFaithfulnessPSA 15:4PRO 12:22MAT 25:21MRK 14:7LUK 16:101CO 4:2COL 3:232TI 4:7JAS 1:12REV 2:10J.R. Miller emphasizes the paramount importance of faithfulness in our lives, asserting that the highest commendation one can receive is to be called a 'good and faithful servant.' He explains that God does not require grand achievements but rather faithfulness in the small tasks and responsibilities assigned to us. Miller illustrates this through the example of Mary, who, despite her seemingly small act of devotion, provided immense comfort to Jesus. He stresses that faithfulness applies to all vocations and promises, urging individuals to uphold their commitments and perform their duties with excellence. Ultimately, he concludes that true faithfulness leads to divine approval and joy in the presence of God.
Homily 9 on the Acts of the Apostles
By St. John Chrysostom0EXO 20:7LEV 19:12PSA 15:4PRO 12:22ISA 48:1MAT 5:34EPH 4:29COL 3:8JAS 5:12John Chrysostom preaches about the importance of refraining from swearing oaths, highlighting the seriousness of invoking God as a witness in trivial matters and the need to show reverence for God's name. He emphasizes the detrimental effects of swearing on one's soul and the need to imitate Christ's forgiveness and mercy towards those who wrong us. Chrysostom urges the congregation to uphold a standard of integrity and honesty by avoiding oaths and trusting in God's providence for all things.
1 Corinthians 12:1-2
By St. John Chrysostom0PSA 15:4PSA 49:16ECC 12:13ISA 40:7ROM 12:41CO 12:3John Chrysostom preaches about the importance of understanding spiritual gifts and the manifestation of the Spirit, emphasizing the diversity of gifts given by the same Spirit for the benefit of all believers. He addresses the Corinthians' struggles with envy and division due to the varying gifts, highlighting the need for humility and gratitude in receiving God's gifts. Chrysostom explains the difference between soothsaying and prophecy, urging believers to discern the spirits and seek the true manifestation of the Spirit. He encourages contentment with the gifts received, reminding them that all gifts come from the same source and are given according to God's will for the profit of all.
A Miserable Estate
By Christopher Love0PSA 15:4ISA 43:4DAN 11:21JHN 8:34JHN 8:36EPH 5:8COL 2:131PE 2:72PE 2:19REV 3:17Christopher Love preaches about the eight particular properties of a man without Jesus Christ, highlighting how such a person is base, a bondman, beggarly, blind, deformed, disconsolate, dead, and damned. He emphasizes that without Christ, individuals are spiritually impoverished, enslaved to sin, blind to the truth, deformed by sin, lacking true comfort, spiritually dead, and destined for damnation. Love urges listeners to seek Jesus Christ as the only source of true life, freedom, and salvation.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Love and hate are regulated by a regard to God. sweareth . . . hurt--or what so results (compare Lev 5:4).
John Gill Bible Commentary
In whose eyes a vile person is contemned,.... A "vile" man is a very wicked, profligate, and abandoned creature, one that is to every good work reprobate; and such sometimes are in high places, Psa 12:8; and are greatly caressed and esteemed by the men of the world; but then, as they are an abomination to God, they should be despised by his people, let them be what they will as to their riches, honours, and wisdom among men; as Haman was by Mordecai, Est 3:2; and Ahab by Elisha, Kg2 3:14; and such who keep company with, and express a delight and pleasure in such sort of persons, ought by no means to have a place in the house of God. Some understand this of a good man being "despised in his own eyes", as it may be rendered (f); on account of his vileness, and the imperfection of his obedience, and as expressive of his great humility, esteeming others better than himself; and who renounces himself, and is rejected by himself, having a very mean opinion of himself; which is the sense of the Targum, Aben Ezra, and Kimchi; and which is no bad sense, though the former is countenanced by what follows; but he honoureth them that fear the Lord; who have the covenant grace of fear wrought in their hearts, and serve the Lord with reverence and godly fear; that is, who are truly religious and godly persons; these such who are fit members of the church of Christ love heartily, esteem of highly, and honour them by thinking and speaking well of them, and behaving with great respect and decency to them; see Rom 12:10; he that sweareth to his own hurt, and changeth not; having taken a solemn oath, so sacred is it with him, and such a regard has he to the name of God, by whom he swears, that though it is to his civil loss and detriment, yet he will not break it and depart from it, but punctually observe it: some render it, "he that swears to his neighbour, and changeth not" (g); he that is just to his word, faithful to his promises, that exactly fulfils all the obligations he lays himself under unto others; he that is honest and upright in all his dealings. The Jewish writers interpret this clause of a man's vowing and swearing to afflict himself by fasting, which, though it is to the emaciating of his body, yet he strictly observes his vow or oath; but this is foreign from the scope of the place: it might be rendered, "he that swears to do evil, and does not recompense or perform" (h), it being better to break through such an oath than to keep it; see Lev 5:4. (f) "qui despicit se in oculis suis", so some in Vatablus; "ille est despectus in propriis oculis, reprobatus", Gussetius, p. 453. (g) , Sept. "proximo suo", V. L. Sic. Syr. Ar. Aethiop. (h) So Ainsworth.