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Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
The beginning of the second group goes back and seizes upon the beginning of the first. אך is affirmative both in Psa 62:6 and in Psa 62:7. The poet again takes up the emotional affirmations of Psa 62:2, Psa 62:3, and, firm and defiant in faith, opposes them to his masked enemies. Here what he says to his soul is very similar to what he said of his soul in Psa 62:2, inasmuch as he makes his own soul objective and exalts himself above her; and it is just in this that the secret of personality consists. He here admonishes her to that silence which in Psa 62:2 he has already acknowledged as her own; because all spiritual existence as being living remains itself unchanged only by means of a perpetual "becoming" (mittelst steten Werdens), of continuous, self-conscious renovation. The "hope" in Psa 62:6 is intended to be understood according to that which forms its substance, which here is nothing more nor less than salvation, Psa 62:2. That for which he who resigns himself to God hopes, comes from God; it cannot therfore fail him, for God the Almighty One and plenteous in mercy is surety for it. David renounces all help in himself, all personal avenging of his own honour - his salvation and his honour are על־אלהים (vid., on Psa 7:11). The rock of his strength, i.e., his strong defence, his refuge, is בּאלהים; it is where Elohim is, Elohim is it in person (בּ as in Isa 26:4). By עם, Psa 62:9, the king addresses those who have reamined faithful to him, whose feeble faith he has had to chide and sustain in other instances also in the Psalms belonging to this period. The address does not suit the whole people, who had become for the most part drawn into the apostasy. Moreover it would then have been עמּי (my people). עם frequently signifies the people belonging to the retinue of a prince (Jdg 3:18), or in the service of any person of rank (Kg1 19:21), or belonging to any union of society whatever (Kg2 4:42.). David thus names those who cleave to him; and the fact that he cannot say "my people" just shows that the people as a body had become alienated from him. But those who have remained to him of the people are not therefore to despair; but they are to pour out before God, who will know how to protect both them and their king, whatever may lie heavily upon their heart.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
(Compare Psa 62:1-2).
John Gill Bible Commentary
My soul, wait thou only upon God,.... Be silent and subject to him, acquiesce in his providences, rest in him patiently and quietly, wait for his salvation; See Gill on Psa 62:1; perhaps some new temptation might arise, and David's soul began to be uneasy and impatient; for frames are very changeable things; and therefore he encourages it to be still and quiet, and patiently wait on the Lord, and on him only: for my expectation is from him; or "my hope", as the Targum; the grace of hope is from the Lord, and the thing hoped for is from him; he is the author and the object of it; and his word of promise encourages to the exercise of it; or "my patience"; as the Septuagint, Vulgate Latin, and Arabic versions. The grace of patience is from the Lord; the means of it is his word; and it is exercised, tried, and increased by afflictions sent and sanctified by him; and "expectation" is nothing else than these graces in exercise, a waiting patiently for things hoped for Old Testament saints expected the first coming of Christ; New Testament saints expect his second coming; and all expect good things from him in time and eternity; nor shall their expectation fail and perish; and therefore is a reason why their souls should wait only on the Lord.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
62:5-8 The psalmist encourages himself and others to place their hope in God.
Waiting on God
4They fully intend to cast him down from his lofty perch; they delight in lies; with their mouths they bless, but inwardly they curse. Selah 5Rest in God alone, O my soul, for my hope comes from Him. 6He alone is my rock and my salvation; He is my fortress; I will not be shaken.
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A Touch From God - Part 3
By David Wilkerson3.7K09:08EXO 33:7PSA 25:5PSA 27:8PSA 37:7PSA 62:5PSA 130:5ISA 40:31LAM 3:25HEB 11:6JAS 4:8This sermon emphasizes the importance of waiting on the Lord and seeking His presence, highlighting the consequences of spiritual adultery and the need to come out from places of defilement to experience God's power and authority. It underscores the vital difference God's presence makes in a congregation and the necessity of prioritizing intimacy with Him above all else.
Only God All the Time
By Jim Cymbala92511:59Glory Of GodPSA 62:5In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of relying on God alone in every situation. He shares personal experiences of being in desperate situations where he was tempted to look for solutions elsewhere, but ultimately realized that God is the answer. The preacher also highlights the fact that preaching a sermon or having sermon notes does not guarantee success, as only God can bring the blessing. He encourages the congregation to shift their focus from worldly things and instead trust in God completely. The sermon concludes with a prayer for the congregation to keep their eyes on God and trust Him at all times.
My Expectation Is From the Lord - Part 1
By Joshua Daniel88628:30PSA 27:14PSA 62:5PRO 3:5MAT 21:22MRK 11:242CO 5:7EPH 3:20HEB 11:6JAS 1:6This sermon by Joshua Daniel emphasizes the importance of having high expectations and faith in God, contrasting it with the low expectations and lack of faith prevalent in society. He challenges listeners to prioritize their relationship with God above all else, highlighting the need for genuine faith and dedication in seeking God's will. The message calls for a transformation in mindset, urging individuals to anchor their faith unshakably in Jesus and seek the real, transformative power of God in their lives.
My Expectation Is From the Lord - Part 2
By Joshua Daniel75828:30EXO 14:13PSA 46:1PSA 62:5PSA 62:8PRO 3:5MAT 8:2MRK 11:24HEB 11:1JAS 1:6REV 3:14This sermon by Joshua Daniel emphasizes the importance of placing our expectation and trust solely in God, highlighting the impact of faith and unwavering belief in God's power to bring about miraculous transformations. Daniel shares personal experiences and reflections on how a life dedicated to serving God can lead to profound blessings and spiritual fulfillment, contrasting worldly pursuits with eternal values. The message encourages listeners to seek refuge in God, maintain faith in challenging times, and approach Him with a reasonable and unshakeable expectation.
Belonging
By G.W. North29147:53Christian LifePSA 27:8PSA 42:1PSA 62:5ACT 17:24ROM 8:23EPH 4:17EPH 4:21In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of surrendering oneself to Jesus and removing all barriers and excuses. He compares this surrender to holding someone stiffly in your arms, and encourages listeners to let go and allow Jesus to come in fully. The preacher also discusses the need to be patient and understanding with others, just as Jesus is with us. He highlights the ability to let go as a glorious thing that can prevent emotional breakdowns. The sermon concludes with the reminder that we are called to live like God and to be united with Him and with one another.
Pew and Pulpit #02: The Pew Looks at the Pulpit
By Ernest C. Reisinger371:11:15PreachingPSA 62:5MRK 1:17ACT 20:27ROM 3:23EPH 5:142TI 2:242TI 4:2In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that man is born to be a slave, either to self and sin or captivated by Christ. He argues that there is a free moral agent but no free will since the fall, stating that individuals are free to act according to their fallen nature. The preacher highlights the importance of the Lordship of Christ, using the example of the leper who humbly cries out to God for healing. He also discusses the role of a faithful minister, emphasizing the need for preaching in the demonstration of the Spirit's power rather than relying on enticing words of human wisdom. The preacher concludes by mentioning the simplicity of preaching and the qualities that a servant of God should possess, such as being gentle, kind, able to teach, and patient.
Worship - Waiting on God
By Christian Weiss2JOS 10:12PSA 37:7PSA 62:5ISA 40:28HAB 2:20PHP 4:61TH 5:16HEB 4:16JAS 4:8JAS 5:16Christian Weiss preaches on the importance of waiting on God in prayer, highlighting the concept of stillness and silence before the Lord as a crucial aspect of genuine prayer. He emphasizes the need to quiet our hearts, search our inner thoughts, and humble ourselves before God during this time of waiting. Weiss explains that silent waiting on God allows for communion with Him, where we listen for His voice before presenting our petitions, and encourages believers to practice this both in private and public prayer.
In Stillness of Soul
By Andrew Murray1Abiding in ChristStillnessPSA 37:7PSA 62:1PSA 62:5ISA 30:15PHP 4:6Andrew Murray emphasizes the necessity of stillness of soul in the Christian life, arguing that true strength and salvation come from resting in God rather than striving in our own efforts. He explains that the relationship between God and man is one of cooperation through subordination, where believers must cease from self-effort to allow God to work within them. Murray illustrates this concept through biblical examples, highlighting that a silent and teachable spirit is essential for understanding and experiencing the fullness of Christ. He warns against distractions and anxieties that disrupt this stillness, urging Christians to cultivate a quiet heart to hear God's voice and receive His guidance. Ultimately, he encourages believers to embrace quietness as a source of strength and a pathway to deeper communion with God.
The Glory of God
By Andrew Murray1Spiritual PreparationGod's GloryPSA 62:5HAB 2:20MAT 5:8EPH 3:21Andrew Murray emphasizes that the glory of God can only be revealed to us through divine revelation, urging believers to prepare their hearts like imaging sensors to receive this glory. He draws a parallel between the vastness of the starry heavens and the need for a still and pure heart to perceive God's presence. By silencing our own thoughts and waiting upon God, we open ourselves to His transformative glory, which can bless both ourselves and others. Murray encourages a humble offering of our spirits to God, trusting that He will manifest His love and glory in our lives.
Where Am I Wrong?
By F.B. Meyer0Spiritual GrowthObedience to GodPSA 37:4PSA 62:5PSA 85:8ISA 60:20MAT 6:33JHN 15:4ROM 12:1EPH 5:14F.B. Meyer addresses the common Christian struggle of feeling inadequate and lacking joy, encouraging believers to seek a deeper understanding of their relationship with Christ. He emphasizes that emotional states do not define one's standing with God, and that true spiritual health comes from a willful commitment to God rather than fluctuating feelings. Meyer also highlights the importance of obedience to God's commands and warns against allowing known sins or distractions to hinder spiritual growth. He calls for a focus on Jesus rather than self-examination, and stresses the necessity of regular communion with God through prayer and Scripture. Ultimately, Meyer urges Christians to fully submit to the lordship of Jesus to experience true peace and joy.
Waiting Is Hard
By Charles E. Cowman0NUM 9:19PSA 27:14PSA 62:5PRO 3:5ISA 40:31Charles E. Cowman preaches about the supreme test of obedience faced by the children of Israel when the cloud of God tarried, signifying the need to wait patiently for the Lord's guidance and provision. Despite the discomfort, dangers, and uncertainties of staying put, God assures His presence and daily supplies to those who trust in His timing. The message emphasizes the importance of waiting on God's perfect timing, even in the face of urgent needs or desires, and trusting His will over our own desires for immediate action.
August 17. 1678. the Word of Faithfulness.
By Jane Lead0PSA 62:5ISA 40:312CO 1:20HEB 10:23Jane Lead preaches about the importance of being persistent in prayer and trusting in God's promises. She shares a personal experience of being deeply troubled but finding peace and assurance in God's unchanging nature and faithfulness. Jane emphasizes the need to wait patiently and have unwavering faith in the promises sealed by the Holy Spirit, reminding the congregation that God's covenants and prophecies are steadfast and reliable.
Prayer Will Be Answered
By Charles E. Cowman0PSA 62:5HAB 2:3JHN 14:13ROM 8:28HEB 11:1JAS 1:61JN 5:14Charles E. Cowman preaches on the importance of earnestly seeking answers to our prayers, emphasizing the need for Christians to be vigilant and expectant in their petitions to God. He highlights that every prayer made in faith, according to God's will and in Jesus' name, will be fully answered, either for temporal or spiritual blessings. Cowman reminds believers that God always answers prayers in a way that brings glory to Himself and promotes the spiritual and eternal welfare of His people. He encourages the congregation to trust that God hears and responds to their prayers, even when the answers may be delayed or not immediately visible.
Inward Stillness
By Charles E. Cowman0EXO 14:141KI 19:12PSA 46:10PSA 62:5ISA 30:7LAM 3:26ZEP 3:17MAT 11:28JAS 4:8REV 8:1Charles E. Cowman preaches on the importance of inward stillness to truly know God. He shares a personal experience of being in a time of great anxiety and turmoil, where he learned to be still and trust in God's sovereignty, leading to a successful outcome. Cowman emphasizes that true passivity is not laziness but a living stillness rooted in trust, contrasting it with anxious tension. He highlights the transformative power of quietness and listening to God's voice, urging believers to rest in God's control and experience the fullness of His presence.
The Life of Faith
By Thomas Reade0PSA 62:5ISA 64:6HAB 2:4LUK 18:13JHN 14:6ROM 3:28GAL 2:16EPH 2:8HEB 4:91PE 2:24Thomas Reade preaches about the life of faith, emphasizing that believers receive all spiritual life through Christ, who is their refuge and source of strength. He contrasts the doctrine of justification by faith alone with the merit of works, highlighting the importance of faith in Christ's righteousness for salvation. Reade explains the impossibility of achieving salvation through human efforts and the need for a saving knowledge of oneself and reliance on Jesus. He urges believers to renounce self-righteousness, embrace humility, and trust solely in the finished work of Jesus for acceptance with God.
The Power of Silence
By Charles E. Cowman01KI 19:12PSA 46:10PSA 62:5ISA 30:15HAB 2:20ZEP 3:17MRK 6:31Charles E. Cowman preaches on the power of stillness and silence in knowing God, emphasizing the importance of quieting our hearts and minds to hear His voice. He describes the peace, strength, and deep rest that come from entering into a place of stillness with God, where His presence dwells in the midst of life's busyness. Through the imagery of a hushed tempest before a storm and the quiet center of a spinning wheel, he encourages listeners to seek God in the silence and experience His transformative love and renewal.
Letter 187.
By James Bourne0PSA 31:14PSA 62:5ISA 43:2MAL 3:3MAT 7:141CO 1:272CO 12:91TH 5:23JAS 4:4James Bourne, in a letter to Mrs. T., reflects on the narrow path to life and the tendency of worldly things to lead to death. He expresses his fear of being unprepared spiritually and emphasizes the importance of experiencing the Lord's presence, love, and kindness. Bourne acknowledges his struggles with the spirit of the world and the need for sobriety and watchfulness. He finds solace in unceasing prayer and committing himself and his family into God's hands, marveling at the mercy of Jesus Christ. Bourne highlights the necessity of being sanctified by the Lord amidst the allure of worldly fashion and self-confidence, ultimately desiring God's approval above all else.
Receiving and Walking
By James Bourne0PSA 62:5PSA 73:26PSA 84:2ISA 40:31LAM 3:26JHN 6:35GAL 2:16GAL 6:9COL 2:6TIT 3:5James Bourne preaches on the importance of walking with Christ as we first received Him, emphasizing the need to maintain a fervent spirit and constant communion with Jesus. He warns against losing our first love and becoming indifferent towards Christ and His teachings, urging believers to guard against spiritual decay and seek to keep their conscience blameless. Bourne encourages the congregation to hold fast to the truths of God, maintain a strong faith, and diligently use the means appointed by God for spiritual nourishment and growth.
The Plan of Campaign
By F.B. Meyer0Surrender to God's WillTrust in God's Plan1KI 18:1PSA 62:5JHN 5:6ACT 10:17ACT 16:9ROM 1:1F.B. Meyer emphasizes Elijah's journey from Zarephath to Ahab, highlighting his lack of a fixed plan but a deep reliance on God. Elijah's consuming passion for God's glory, his understanding of his role as a servant, and his eagerness to know and fulfill God's plan are central themes. Meyer illustrates how Elijah's faith and fervent prayer were crucial in preparing for the confrontation on Mount Carmel. The sermon encourages believers to trust in God's unfolding plan and to seek His will above their own. Ultimately, it calls for a heart that is surrendered and ready to act according to God's direction.
Greetings in the Precious Name of Our Lord Jesus
By David Wilkerson0Dependence On GodPrayerPSA 46:1PSA 62:5David Wilkerson emphasizes the importance of relying on God's promises during times of trouble, highlighting that God is always present and ready to help those who earnestly seek Him. He encourages believers to pour out their hearts to God, as demonstrated by David and Hannah, and to trust in Him alone for strength and provision. By fully depending on the Lord and shutting out worldly distractions, one can experience the peace and assurance that comes from God's presence. Wilkerson reassures that God hears the prayers of those who approach Him with sincerity and brokenness.
Contempt for All Earthly Honor
By Thomas a Kempis0PSA 62:5PRO 29:25PHP 2:3JAS 4:10Thomas a Kempis preaches about the importance of not being affected by the honor or contempt of others, encouraging listeners to focus on lifting their hearts to God in heaven to find true peace. The disciple acknowledges their own sins and the need for humility, recognizing that true praise, honor, and glory belong to God alone. To achieve spiritual enlightenment and union with God, one must be willing to be despised and forsaken by every creature, considering themselves as nothing in comparison to God.
Raison D'etre
By Miles J. Stanford0PSA 62:5ISA 26:3JHN 16:33PHP 4:71PE 2:16Miles J. Stanford preaches about finding lasting peace by resting solely on the Lord Jesus Christ and not on anything within ourselves. Settled peace can only be found by relying on what the Lord Jesus has done outside of us, despite our conscious unworthiness. The Gospel's freedom should not be used to take things easy or gain in the world, as this leads to spiritual unsettlement and lack of solid peace.
The Sick Man's Prayer and the Sinner's Cry
By J.C. Philpot0PSA 60:11PSA 62:5ISA 38:14JER 17:14MRK 9:24JHN 14:1ROM 8:1EPH 2:8PHP 4:61PE 5:6J.C. Philpot preaches on the deep reliance of God's people on Him alone for help and deliverance, emphasizing the need for a spiritual understanding of the malady of sin, the knowledge of the remedy found in God, and the application of that remedy to the soul. He delves into the various maladies of sin such as blindness, deafness, hard-heartedness, unbelief, and other corruptions, highlighting the necessity for God's healing touch in each area. Philpot stresses the importance of feeling the guilt, filth, and power of sin, and the ultimate salvation that comes from God alone, leading to a heartfelt acknowledgment that God is worthy of all praise.
The Lord My Expectation
By Octavius Winslow0Expectation from GodTrust in God's PromisesPSA 62:5ISA 40:31JER 17:7Octavius Winslow emphasizes the importance of placing our expectations solely on God rather than on human beings, warning that reliance on the creature leads to disappointment. He reflects on the psalmist's declaration, 'My soul, wait only upon God; for my expectation is from Him,' highlighting that true fulfillment comes from trusting in God's all-sufficiency. Winslow encourages believers to adopt a posture of waiting, which signifies faith and patience, and to abandon any divided trust between God and man. He reassures that God's promises are vast and that believers should expect great things from Him, as He will never disappoint those who place their hope in Him. Ultimately, Winslow calls for an exclusive and honest trust in God, assuring that our expectations from Him will be met abundantly.
Stones God Is Shaping
By Mary Wilder Tileston0PSA 62:5PRO 3:5ISA 64:8EPH 2:201PE 2:5Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about the process of being shaped by God into stones for His heavenly temple, emphasizing the need to be still in God's hands and allowing Him to work on us. She highlights the importance of patience and trust in God's timing, as each individual has a specific place in His grand design. The sermon encourages believers to embrace the shaping process, allowing God to chip away at pride, self-love, and worldly desires to become pillars in His kingdom.
- Keil-Delitzsch
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Carl Friedrich Keil and Franz Delitzsch Old Testament Commentary
The beginning of the second group goes back and seizes upon the beginning of the first. אך is affirmative both in Psa 62:6 and in Psa 62:7. The poet again takes up the emotional affirmations of Psa 62:2, Psa 62:3, and, firm and defiant in faith, opposes them to his masked enemies. Here what he says to his soul is very similar to what he said of his soul in Psa 62:2, inasmuch as he makes his own soul objective and exalts himself above her; and it is just in this that the secret of personality consists. He here admonishes her to that silence which in Psa 62:2 he has already acknowledged as her own; because all spiritual existence as being living remains itself unchanged only by means of a perpetual "becoming" (mittelst steten Werdens), of continuous, self-conscious renovation. The "hope" in Psa 62:6 is intended to be understood according to that which forms its substance, which here is nothing more nor less than salvation, Psa 62:2. That for which he who resigns himself to God hopes, comes from God; it cannot therfore fail him, for God the Almighty One and plenteous in mercy is surety for it. David renounces all help in himself, all personal avenging of his own honour - his salvation and his honour are על־אלהים (vid., on Psa 7:11). The rock of his strength, i.e., his strong defence, his refuge, is בּאלהים; it is where Elohim is, Elohim is it in person (בּ as in Isa 26:4). By עם, Psa 62:9, the king addresses those who have reamined faithful to him, whose feeble faith he has had to chide and sustain in other instances also in the Psalms belonging to this period. The address does not suit the whole people, who had become for the most part drawn into the apostasy. Moreover it would then have been עמּי (my people). עם frequently signifies the people belonging to the retinue of a prince (Jdg 3:18), or in the service of any person of rank (Kg1 19:21), or belonging to any union of society whatever (Kg2 4:42.). David thus names those who cleave to him; and the fact that he cannot say "my people" just shows that the people as a body had become alienated from him. But those who have remained to him of the people are not therefore to despair; but they are to pour out before God, who will know how to protect both them and their king, whatever may lie heavily upon their heart.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
(Compare Psa 62:1-2).
John Gill Bible Commentary
My soul, wait thou only upon God,.... Be silent and subject to him, acquiesce in his providences, rest in him patiently and quietly, wait for his salvation; See Gill on Psa 62:1; perhaps some new temptation might arise, and David's soul began to be uneasy and impatient; for frames are very changeable things; and therefore he encourages it to be still and quiet, and patiently wait on the Lord, and on him only: for my expectation is from him; or "my hope", as the Targum; the grace of hope is from the Lord, and the thing hoped for is from him; he is the author and the object of it; and his word of promise encourages to the exercise of it; or "my patience"; as the Septuagint, Vulgate Latin, and Arabic versions. The grace of patience is from the Lord; the means of it is his word; and it is exercised, tried, and increased by afflictions sent and sanctified by him; and "expectation" is nothing else than these graces in exercise, a waiting patiently for things hoped for Old Testament saints expected the first coming of Christ; New Testament saints expect his second coming; and all expect good things from him in time and eternity; nor shall their expectation fail and perish; and therefore is a reason why their souls should wait only on the Lord.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
62:5-8 The psalmist encourages himself and others to place their hope in God.