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Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
After the doctrine of the Psalm has been unfolded in three unequal groups of verses, there follows, corresponding to the brief introduction, a still shorter close, which calls upon those whose happy state is there celebrated, to join in songs of exultant joy.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
The righteous and upright, or those conforming to the divine teaching for securing the divine blessing, may well rejoice with shouting. Next: Psalms Chapter 33
John Gill Bible Commentary
Be glad in the Lord,.... The Targum renders it, "in the Word of the Lord"; in Christ the essential Word; in him as the Lord their righteousness, and because of his righteousness imputed to them, by which they become righteous; and in him as their Saviour and Redeemer, and because of the salvation which he has wrought out for them; see Isa 61:10; and rejoice, ye righteous; in the Lord, as before; for this is not a carnal, but spiritual joy, which is here exhorted to, the same as in Phi 4:4; and "righteous" ones, who are excited to it, are such who are not righteous in appearance only, or in their own conceit, or by the deeds of the law, or in and of themselves; for there is none righteous this way: but who are made righteous by the obedience of Christ, and are righteousness itself in him; under a sense of which grace they live soberly, righteously, and godly; and these have great reason to rejoice and be glad; and shout for joy all ye that are upright in heart: who have the truth of grace, and the root of the matter in them, oil in the vessels of their hearts, with their lamps; whose faith is unfeigned, whose hope is without hypocrisy, and whose love is without dissimulation; and who worship the Lord in spirit and in truth, and draw nigh to him with true hearts, and call upon him in the simplicity of them; these ought to rejoice, and even shout for joy, because of the grace that is wrought in them, and bestowed upon them, and the glory they shall be partakers of; for both grace and glory are given to these, and no good thing is withheld from them; the end of these upright souls is peace; and when they have done their work, they shall lie down and rest in their beds, and each one shall walk in his uprightness, Psa 84:11. Next: Psalms Chapter 33
Psalms 32:11
The Joy of Forgiveness
10Many are the sorrows of the wicked, but loving devotion surrounds him who trusts in the LORD. 11Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, O righteous ones; shout for joy, all you upright in heart.
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The Happy Radiant Christian Psalm 32:
By Welcome Detweiler74739:06PSA 5:11PSA 32:1PSA 32:11PSA 41:1PSA 51:12PSA 100:1PSA 119:1PSA 128:1PSA 144:15In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of believers in Jesus Christ being happy both inside and outside. He discusses the division of the human family into segments in the Bible, particularly the nation of Israel and the Gentile nations. The speaker then shares the parable of the lost son, lost coin, and lost sheep from the fifteenth chapter of Luke's Gospel, highlighting the fleeting nature of sinful pleasures. He also mentions a story about a Christian who gave out tracks but failed to radiate the love of Christ through his demeanor. The sermon concludes by addressing the concept of unhappy saved people and sharing a story about a lady who wanted to attend a Bible conference but felt it was too far and expensive.
Proclaiming the Victory
By David Wilkerson0Faith and AssuranceVictory in ChristPSA 32:11PSA 89:15ISA 61:10JHN 3:16ROM 5:11EPH 1:7COL 1:14HEB 10:221PE 1:18REV 12:11David Wilkerson emphasizes the obligations that come with being sprinkled by the blood of Jesus, urging believers to live in peace without doubt and to offer heartfelt praise to God. He draws a parallel between the Israelites' confidence in their pardon through Moses' sprinkling of blood and the modern-day believer's struggle with doubt despite the greater sacrifice of Christ. Wilkerson warns against the sacrilege of holding onto guilt and fear, encouraging a life of gratitude and joy in the assurance of salvation. He calls for a proclamation of victory through Jesus' blood, reminding believers to rejoice in their redemption and the righteousness bestowed upon them.
The Secret of Gladness
By J.R. Miller0The Source of Christian GladnessJoy in SufferingPSA 5:11PSA 9:2PSA 31:7PSA 32:11PSA 68:3PSA 90:14PSA 100:2PSA 118:24JHN 16:20PHP 4:4J.R. Miller emphasizes the secret of gladness in the Christian life, asserting that true joy is not dependent on circumstances but is rooted in God's love and grace. He explains that while Christians will face trials and sorrows, their joy can remain unshaken, as it is derived from a deep relationship with God. Miller encourages believers to cultivate a spirit of gladness through gratitude, a happy home, and a good conscience, while also recognizing the beauty of the world around them. He concludes that the essence of Christian gladness is a learned response to life’s challenges, reflecting the light of Christ even in darkness.
Serving the Lord With Gladness
By David Wilkerson0Joy in ServiceTrusting God's LoveDEU 28:47PSA 32:11PSA 68:3PSA 90:14PSA 100:2PSA 105:43ISA 65:18David Wilkerson emphasizes that God desires His people to serve Him with joy and gladness, rooted in the understanding of His tender love and ongoing work in their lives. He warns that a lack of joy in serving can lead to spiritual emptiness and vulnerability to life's challenges, as illustrated by Moses' warning to Israel. Wilkerson encourages believers to rejoice in what God has done and to maintain a spirit of gladness regardless of circumstances, citing various Psalms that call for joy and gladness in the Lord. He asserts that true joy is not dependent on external factors but is a constant state that flows from trusting in God's love and truth. Ultimately, he calls for a life filled with gladness that serves as a testimony to others.
Worship Is an End in Itself
By John Piper0PSA 5:7PSA 29:2PSA 32:11PSA 42:1PSA 42:5PSA 51:17PSA 100:4MAT 15:8John Piper preaches about the essence of worship, emphasizing that worship should be pursued as an end in itself, not as a means to achieve something else. He reflects on the importance of honoring God with genuine feelings and emotions, highlighting that worship involves reflecting back to God the honor and glory due to Him. Piper explains that true worship is the quickening of the heart with appropriate emotions in response to God's greatness, and it should not be manufactured as a means to another experience. He concludes by urging the congregation to prepare their hearts to meet God in worship, emphasizing the significance of genuine worship as an end in itself.
- Keil-Delitzsch
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
After the doctrine of the Psalm has been unfolded in three unequal groups of verses, there follows, corresponding to the brief introduction, a still shorter close, which calls upon those whose happy state is there celebrated, to join in songs of exultant joy.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
The righteous and upright, or those conforming to the divine teaching for securing the divine blessing, may well rejoice with shouting. Next: Psalms Chapter 33
John Gill Bible Commentary
Be glad in the Lord,.... The Targum renders it, "in the Word of the Lord"; in Christ the essential Word; in him as the Lord their righteousness, and because of his righteousness imputed to them, by which they become righteous; and in him as their Saviour and Redeemer, and because of the salvation which he has wrought out for them; see Isa 61:10; and rejoice, ye righteous; in the Lord, as before; for this is not a carnal, but spiritual joy, which is here exhorted to, the same as in Phi 4:4; and "righteous" ones, who are excited to it, are such who are not righteous in appearance only, or in their own conceit, or by the deeds of the law, or in and of themselves; for there is none righteous this way: but who are made righteous by the obedience of Christ, and are righteousness itself in him; under a sense of which grace they live soberly, righteously, and godly; and these have great reason to rejoice and be glad; and shout for joy all ye that are upright in heart: who have the truth of grace, and the root of the matter in them, oil in the vessels of their hearts, with their lamps; whose faith is unfeigned, whose hope is without hypocrisy, and whose love is without dissimulation; and who worship the Lord in spirit and in truth, and draw nigh to him with true hearts, and call upon him in the simplicity of them; these ought to rejoice, and even shout for joy, because of the grace that is wrought in them, and bestowed upon them, and the glory they shall be partakers of; for both grace and glory are given to these, and no good thing is withheld from them; the end of these upright souls is peace; and when they have done their work, they shall lie down and rest in their beds, and each one shall walk in his uprightness, Psa 84:11. Next: Psalms Chapter 33