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- John Gill
John Gill Bible Commentary
Our God shall come,.... That is, Christ, who is truly and properly God, and who was promised and expected as a divine Person; and which was necessary on account of the work he came about; and believers claim an interest in him as their God; and he is their God, in whom they trust, and whom they worship: and this coming of his is to be understood, not of his coming in the flesh; for though that was promised, believed, and prayed for, as these words are by some rendered, "may our God come" (r); yet at his first coming he was silent, his voice was not heard in the streets, Mat 12:19; nor did any fire or tempest attend that: nor is it to be interpreted of his second coming, or coming to judgment; for though that also is promised, believed, and prayed for; and when he will not be silent, but by his voice will raise the dead, summon all before him, and pronounce the sentence on all; and the world, and all that is therein, will be burnt with fire, and a horrible tempest rained upon the wicked; yet it is better to understand it of his coming to set up his kingdom in the world, and to punish his professing people for their disbelief and rejection of him; see Mat 16:28; and shall not keep silence; contain himself, bear with the Jews any longer, but come forth in his wrath against them; see Psa 50:21; and it may also denote the great sound of the Gospel, and the very public ministration of it in the Gentile world, at or before this time, for the enlargement of Christ's kingdom in it; a fire shall devour before him; meaning either the fire of the divine word making its way among the Gentiles, consuming their idolatry, superstition, &c. or rather the fire of divine wrath coming upon the Jews to the uttermost and even it may be literally understood of the fire that consumed their city and temple, as was predicted, Zac 11:1; and it shall be very tempestuous round about him; the time of Jerusalem's destruction being such a time of trouble as has not been since the world began, Mat 24:21. (r) "veniat", Junius & Tremellius; so Ainsworth.
Psalms 50:3
The Mighty One Calls
2From Zion, perfect in beauty, God shines forth. 3Our God approaches and will not be silent! Consuming fire precedes Him, and a tempest rages around Him. 4He summons the heavens above, and the earth, that He may judge His people:
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2001 Advent Week 2 - Prodigal's Sister
By John Piper1.2K15:59PSA 37:20PSA 50:3PSA 95:6ISA 55:6AMO 8:11MAT 6:33LUK 15:11In this sermon transcript, a woman is depicted watching a beautiful sunset and reflecting on the heritage of her ancestors. She wonders where she should stay for the night and prays for guidance. As she looks up, she sees an old man walking towards her, singing a familiar song. The woman realizes that the man may be related to her and asks him for a place to stay. The old man reveals that he knows her father and has been keeping an eye on her brother, who is struggling to survive. The woman expresses her gratitude and decides to wait for her brother in a shed nearby. The old man shares that her father has been trying to bring her brother home for ten years, showing him that there is hope and joy in their family. The woman thanks the old man and asks about the length of the famine mentioned in the song she heard.
Revival a Choice
By Merle Weaver69636:26RevivalSeeking GodDEU 4:29PSA 50:3ISA 57:15JER 29:13JHN 6:37ACT 17:27JAS 4:8Merle Weaver emphasizes that revival is a choice that requires individuals to seek God wholeheartedly. He highlights the importance of drawing close to God, stating that if we seek Him, we will find Him, and that true revival stems from a personal relationship with God rather than mere religious activity. Weaver encourages the congregation to examine their lives and identify what may be hindering their relationship with God, urging them to surrender their identities and desires to Him. He reminds them that God desires a love relationship and that true fulfillment comes from living for His glory. Ultimately, Weaver calls for a humble and contrite heart, assuring that God will revive those who earnestly seek Him.
When God Stepped Down From Heaven - Duncan Campbell
By From the Pulpit & Classic Sermons67059:28RadioPSA 24:3PSA 50:3PSA 102:13ISA 44:3MAT 6:33MAT 11:28ACT 2:17In this sermon transcript, the speaker recounts a powerful experience where young people were crying out to God for mercy. As they sang Psalm 50, one young man fell to the floor and began pleading for mercy, leading others to join him. The conviction was so strong that the hall quickly emptied as people sought God's forgiveness. The speaker also shares another experience where a man prayed fervently for God to pour out His Spirit, leading to a powerful encounter with God and the manifestation of the Bible breaking out. The transcript concludes with a story of a crowd of people gathering at a police station, moved by God's presence and seeking His mercy.
The Silence of God
By Sir Robert Anderson0PSA 50:3ROM 10:9EPH 2:17COL 2:221TI 1:161PE 1:62PE 3:9REV 10:7REV 11:15Sir Robert Anderson preaches about the consequences of challenging God's silence, emphasizing that it signifies the end of grace and mercy and the beginning of divine wrath. He clarifies that the angels' song was not a promise or prophecy but a divine proclamation of peace and goodwill through Jesus Christ. Anderson highlights that the silence of God signifies the culmination of divine revelation and warns of impending judgment for those who reject Christ. He stresses that the Cross of Christ is the ultimate demonstration of God's love, answering all doubts and challenges, and that belief in Christ as Lord leads to salvation and fulfillment of God's purpose.
Of the Conflagration of the Universe.
By John Gill0Judgment and RenewalEnd TimesPSA 50:3PSA 97:3ISA 24:19ISA 66:15NAM 1:5MAL 4:1MAT 13:40MAT 24:352PE 3:10REV 21:1John Gill preaches on the universal conflagration of the universe, emphasizing the literal interpretation of biblical prophecies regarding the end times, particularly the burning of the heavens and the earth as described in 2 Peter 3:10-12. He argues against figurative interpretations that suggest the conflagration refers only to the Jewish church or ceremonial laws, asserting that the destruction will be total and literal, akin to the flood. Gill highlights the preparations in nature for this event and the historical belief in a universal burning, supported by various scriptures. He reassures believers that while the wicked will face judgment, the righteous will be preserved and ultimately inhabit a renewed creation.
The Sinners Mistakes Exposed and Reproved.
By Edward Payson0PSA 50:3PSA 50:21PRO 24:12MAT 12:36ROM 2:5ROM 14:122CO 5:10HEB 4:13JUD 1:14Edward Payson preaches about the ancient doctrine of a judgment to come, emphasizing that God, though silent in the present life, carefully records the sins of impenitent sinners for the judgment day. He highlights how sinners often mistakenly believe God's moral character aligns with their own, leading to a false sense of security. Payson describes the measures God will take at the judgment day to convict sinners of their sins, setting them in order before their eyes to reveal the full extent of their guilt and the consequences of neglecting repentance.
The Coming Prince - Chapter 1 - Introductory
By Sir Robert Anderson0PSA 50:3Sir Robert Anderson preaches about the importance of understanding the signs of the times and the urgency of the present age, questioning whether we are approaching the end of the world. He emphasizes the need for earnest inquiry into the nature of the crisis and the fulfillment of prophecy, particularly focusing on the Prophet Daniel's vision of the seventy weeks. Despite the rampant evil and injustice in the world, the delay in God's intervention is seen as a display of His patience and longsuffering. The sermon highlights the significance of prophetic study in revealing God's great purposes and the importance of a deep and thorough knowledge of the Scriptures in combating skepticism and promoting faith.
- John Gill
John Gill Bible Commentary
Our God shall come,.... That is, Christ, who is truly and properly God, and who was promised and expected as a divine Person; and which was necessary on account of the work he came about; and believers claim an interest in him as their God; and he is their God, in whom they trust, and whom they worship: and this coming of his is to be understood, not of his coming in the flesh; for though that was promised, believed, and prayed for, as these words are by some rendered, "may our God come" (r); yet at his first coming he was silent, his voice was not heard in the streets, Mat 12:19; nor did any fire or tempest attend that: nor is it to be interpreted of his second coming, or coming to judgment; for though that also is promised, believed, and prayed for; and when he will not be silent, but by his voice will raise the dead, summon all before him, and pronounce the sentence on all; and the world, and all that is therein, will be burnt with fire, and a horrible tempest rained upon the wicked; yet it is better to understand it of his coming to set up his kingdom in the world, and to punish his professing people for their disbelief and rejection of him; see Mat 16:28; and shall not keep silence; contain himself, bear with the Jews any longer, but come forth in his wrath against them; see Psa 50:21; and it may also denote the great sound of the Gospel, and the very public ministration of it in the Gentile world, at or before this time, for the enlargement of Christ's kingdom in it; a fire shall devour before him; meaning either the fire of the divine word making its way among the Gentiles, consuming their idolatry, superstition, &c. or rather the fire of divine wrath coming upon the Jews to the uttermost and even it may be literally understood of the fire that consumed their city and temple, as was predicted, Zac 11:1; and it shall be very tempestuous round about him; the time of Jerusalem's destruction being such a time of trouble as has not been since the world began, Mat 24:21. (r) "veniat", Junius & Tremellius; so Ainsworth.