Ver. This was a true answer to his prayer. But not only do men attack the lovingkindness of God, but the truth of God is at this time assailed on all sides; some doubt the truth of the inspired record as to its histories, others challenge the doctrines, many sneer at the prophecies; in fact, the infallible word of the Lord is at this time treated as if it were the writing of impostors, and only worthy to be carped at. Thanks! This Psalm is entitled "a Psalm of David", and Calvin considers him to be its author agreeably to the title; but the mention of "the temple" in this verse seems to render such an opinion doubtful. Thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name. Beyond all question there are higher and clearer manifestations of himself, of his being, of his perfection, of his purposes in the volume of revelation, than any which his works have disclosed or can disclose. When God strengthens, none can weaken. Ver. b) Looking to the person of Christ, which was typified by the temple. 2. The Vulgate hath, in conspectu angelorum, "before the angels"; their presence should awe men and women, and keep them from all dishonesty, evil words, acts, gestures, secret grudging, all discontents and distempers. Our whole nature perfect. --Christopher Wordsworth. 3. AN EXPOSITION OF PSALM 139 by Charles H. Spurgeon One of the most notable of the sacred hymns. He would sooner allow all his other perfections to come to naught, than for his faithfulness to fail. This is spoken of kings, but it is true of the humblest pilgrims. Ver. Ver. And yet he has "magnified" something "above his name" —his word — his truth. His cheering anticipation—of revival, defence, deliverance. 1. Commentaries for Psalm Chapter 138 The psalmist praises God for answering prayer. By punishing them in hell. Ver. Ver. 2. For thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name. c) By exhibiting the strength in soul which was given in answer to prayer. We are told that Christ was "meek and lowly"; "he did not cry, nor lift up, nor cause his voice to be heard in the streets"; though he was "the brightness of his Father's glory", yet he was content to appear "in the form of a servant"; though he was rich, yet he was content to become poor, that we through his poverty might be rich. We relieve the poor as their need increaseth; so Christ comforts his people as their troubles multiply. Give me the homely vessel of humility, which God shall preserve, and fill with the wine of his grace; rather than the varnished cup of pride, which he will dash in pieces, like a potter's vessel. What are the promises but vessels of cordial wine, turned on purpose against a groaning hour, when God usually broacheth them! 4. Thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name. The Lord's dealing with the humble and the proud. This glory shall overshadow all the greatness and glory of all kings: they shall be stirred by a sight of it to obey and adore. a. Ver. —it will be a sheer effort. 1. 8. II. 1. God, as the Heavenly Father, takes an interest in everything about his people; he takes this interest in matters which they think beneath his notice, or of which they, from their ignorance, do not know the importance. "In the mount God will be seen." 1. Because they think little of themselves he thinks much of them. Our heavenly Father is able to interpret tears, and cries, and he replies to their inner sense in such a way as fully meets the case. Especially do we delight in God's great love to his own elect, such as he showed to Israel as a race, and more especially to David and his seed when he entered into covenant with him. Of this great mystery we find not a trace in the whole creation besides; but in the word it is reflected, as in a mirror (2 Corinthians 3:18); and it shines so brightly, that the very angels around the throne are made wiser by the revelation of it to the Church: Ephesians 3:10. I will praise thee. And strengthenedst me with strength in my soul. His everlasting mercy. Walking with God is a pleasant walk: the ways of wisdom are called "ways of pleasantness": Proverbs 3:17. Not of works, lest any man should boast. They know whence they came out. This is a disposition that makes the soul like Christ; and the more alike that a person is to Christ, God loves him all the better. Thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name. Those Psalms were the united utterances of national devotion. 7. The work remains in print today in several editions. And both of these are shown by God to his own people. 2. Ver. Thou makest me brave in my soul (with) strength. I answer, it is a work of the Spirit of God, enabling a man to do and suffer what God would have him without fainting or backsliding. He would not submit to act as one under restraint, because of the opinions of others; but in the presence of the opponents of the living God he would be as hearty in worship as if all were friends and would cheerfully unite with him. So be it. What volumes of blessedness and truth are contained therein! Why has he wrought so much in us if he means to give us up? It is not with the truth merely excogitated, but with the truth expressed, that we have any concern; not with the truth as seen by our inspired teacher, but with the truth as by him spoken to us. c) Nor his work by me unfinished. —William Gurnall. DIVISION. In his great palace he makes her "windows of agates", and all her "borders of pleasant stones.". Though the LORD be high. See 2 Corinthians 12:8-9. His creating hands formed our souls at the beginning; his nail pierced hands redeemed them on Calvary; his glorified hands will hold our souls fast and not let them go for ever. It is a part of our thankfulness to engage our heart to praise God in time to come, since we find that all the thanks we can give for the present are short of our duty or desire to praise him: "I will praise thee", saith David. —Thomas Watson. b) Truth. 1. He believed that God would stretch out his hand, as men do when they make a supreme effort, and put forth all their force: “Thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies.” David also expected ultimate preservation: “‘Thy right hand shall save me.’ Thou wilt do it; dexterously, readily, gladly, wilt thou do it: ‘Thy right hand shall save me.’”. His grand design in all was to rear up a glorious high throne, from which he might display the riches of his free and sovereign grace; this is that which he will have magnified through eternity above all his other name. The Lord doth not only fit work for us, but fits us for our work; with his command he gives power. If I am walking there now, or shall be doing so in years to come, I have no cause for fear; for God is with me, and will give me new life. They sing of the Lord of the way. May the Lord hasten it in his own time, and the choral hosts of heaven be swelled by the presence of the crowned monarchs of earth! 2. Thou strengthenedst me with strength in my soul. Psalm 138 – God’s Promise to Honor His Word and to Complete His Work This psalm is titled A Psalm of David. All the kings of the earth shall praise thee. "Commentary on Psalms 138:4". Every man has a standard to which he may refer, for the rectifying of his judgment in every particular: so that nothing can be added for the instruction of our minds, or the regulation of our future expectations. Ver. Now this "tenderness in action" is a great part of the lovingkindness of God; it is meet that a thoughtful mind and tender hand should go together in the perfection of love. "By the word of the Lord were the heavens made, and all the host of them by the breath of his mouth." Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: —. Ver. If this Psalm refers to the promise in 2 Samuel 7:1-29, there can be no doubt of the correctness of the superscription, which ascribes it to David. Right hand salvation. Thou shalt stretch forth thine hand. Look over the face of the globe, and see how many, who were once under the unrestrained dominion of sin, are now transformed into the image of their God. But, in the sacred volume, all is written as with a sunbeam. Study the Bible online. 4. He views them with pleasure, thinks of them with care, listens to their prayers, and protects them from evil. Let us the more fervently adore him. This verse and Psalm may easily be interpreted of God's mercies in Christ, so far above what could be famed, or said, or believed, or apprehended of him. on StudyLight.org Ver. e) That he will do this with our work for him. When it comes to the soul with power, the stoutest heart in the universe is made to tremble: when it is poured out as balm, the most afflicted creature under heaven is made to leap for joy. All the kings of the earth shall praise thee, O Lord, when they hear the words of thy mouth. He is a man like ourselves; but as we look on him, we note how bright his eye, how radiant his countenance, how calm yet how joyous his tone, how happy in his conviction he seems to be, as he keeps saying to himself, "The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me." The Lord had ordained a centre of unity, a place of sacrifice, a house of his indwelling; and David accepted the way of worship enjoined by revelation. 2. Answers to prayer. It may also have been written many years into the exile. Ver. Ver. With strength in my soul - Thou hast endued my soul with many graces, blessings, and heavenly qualities. 5. I will praise thee with my whole heart. Ver. Study the bible online using commentary on Psalm 138 and more! The swine are trampling on the pearls at this time, and nothing restrains them; nevertheless, the pearls are pearls still, and shall yet shine about our Monarch's brow. Ver. Having thus spoken, he utters his personal confidence in Jehovah, who will help his lowly servant, and preserve him from all the malice of wrathful foes. "The Philistines are in the land." “Ears have they,” but they bear not the cries of their worshippers. And then ascend to heaven, and behold the myriads of the redeemed around the throne of God, uniting their hallelujahs to God and to the Lamb: to this state were they all brought by that blessed word, which alone could ever prevail for so great a work. Adversaries may be many, and malicious, and mighty; but our glorious Defender has only to stretch out his arm and their armies vanish. He has enough of them. Because this psalm is a remembrance of Babylon, many commentators believe it was written after the return from exile. interpret "the great ones of the earth", and compare Psalms 138:4 below, and Ps 82:1 119:46, etc. Used by Permission. For thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name. No proof is so convincing as that of experience. His wrath soon quenches their wrath; his hand stays their hand. Certainty of promises. Of David. The Story of Psalm 138. "They shall sing in the ways of the Lord." In the day when I cried thou answerest me. But the proud he knoweth afar off. 1. God is concerned in all that concerns his servants. In the day when I cried thou answeredst me, Ver. None find such quick despatch at the throne of grace as suffering saints. Troubles—personal, social, ecclesiastical, national. 3. Concerning this there is abundant room for praise. “Feet have they,” but they cannot come to the help of their votaries. So that men need not fear that any of them shall at any time, or in any case whatsoever, move in the least contrariety thereunto. Faith's fervent prayer: "Forsake not the works of thine own hands.". Correctness of prophecies. This is it which brings peace, Acts 9:31 : "Walking in the fear of the Lord, and in the comfort of the Holy Ghost." This psalm of thanksgiving — one of those songs that was composed after its author had come through a rather tight scrape — offers praise to the Lord in response to an experience of deliverance. The Lord answered it, but what answer can there be to a cry? (Spurgeon, C. H. Lectures to my Students: Commenting and Commentaries)Rosscup adds: This is one of the more thorough older exegetical … 7. When therefore it is said, The Lord knoweth a proud man afar off, it shows his disdain of him: he will scarce touch him with a pair of tongs (as we say); he cannot abide to come near him. It is ignorance of its glory and grace that makes silence possible: but to hear it as God’s word of caring love is to be compelled to extol. Go to, To report dead links, typos, or html errors or suggestions about making these resources more useful use our convenient, Spurgeon's Verse Expositions of the Bible, Commentary Critical and Explanatory - Unabridged, Kretzmann's Popular Commentary of the Bible, Lange's Commentary on the Holy Scriptures. 2. He hath respect unto the lowly. For great is the glory of the LORD. 2. What a purpose! —Joseph C. Philpot. Finding the new version too difficult to understand? enemies, and thy right hand shall save me. Pride passed by to its eternal mortification. If the burden was not removed, yet strength was given wherewith to bear it, and this is an equally effective method of help. Ver. 3. Therefore we find Daniel opening his windows toward the temple, where he prayed three times a day; and we find Jonah saying, "Yet will I look again toward thy holy temple." Chapter 138. If ever our heart is whole and wholly occupied with one thing, it should be when we are praising the Lord. The LORD is gracious and full of compassion, Slow to anger and great in mercy. 2. For whatever good works there be of mine, from thee are they to me; and so they are more thine than mine. I am sure there is more gold and silver (spiritual joy, I mean, and comfort) to be found in Christ's camp, among his suffering ones, than their brethren at home in peace and prosperity ordinarily can show. 1. —John Livingstone, 1603-1672. Thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name. Whole Psalm. Eye of worshippers fixed on him. It may mean literally in an idolatrous country, in the very temples of false gods, as so many Christian martyrs bore testimony to the faith. Free Bible Commentary on Psalm 138 in EasyEnglish. ; but this interpretation, too, seems to give no special force to the passage. There is nothing left to conjecture. ). in the day. —to a mere inarticulate wail of grief? In the day when I cried, etc. Ver. 8. And praise thy name for thy loving kindness and for thy truth. If there be anything good in us, it is the work Of God's own hands: will he leave it? Faith in divine purpose no hindrance to prayer, but rather an encouragement in it: "The Lord will perfect." 2. Oh, how fully I am persuaded that a line of praises is worth a leaf of prayer, and an hour of praises is worth a day of fasting and mourning! Psalms 138 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this commentary is from the most widely read and often quoted preacher in history, Charles Haddon Spurgeon Had half the time spent in councils and controversies been given to praising the Lord, the church would have been far sounder and stronger than she is at this day. See "Spurgeon's Sermons", No. See "Spurgeon's Sermons", Nos. —Thomas Watson. Whole Psalm. Even so, the true hearted believer of these days must not fall into the will worship of superstition, or the wild worship of scepticism, but reverently worship as the Lord himself prescribes. What thou freely promisedst, thou hast faithfully performed; what thou hast spoken with thy mouth thou hast fulfilled with thy hand; for which thy name is wonderfully to be magnified. Read Psalm 138:6 commentary using The Treasury of David. 6. “But greatness, majesty, splendour, are not the Divinest parts of the Divine nature, as this singer had learned. When the church seems to be upon the altar, her peace and liberty ready to be sacrificed, then the angel comes. Good men are sometimes in the midst of troubles: these are many, and continue long. 4. ", Ver. In such extremities we usually go with the messenger that comes for us; and so doth God with the prayer. They shall sing to the Lord of the way. Ver. Thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name. 2. Psalms 19:1; Psalms 19:3-4. Die Schatzkammer Davids - Eine Auslegung zu PSALM 138 von Charles Haddon Spurgeon aus dem Jahr 1885 Yea, they shall sing in the ways of the Lord: for great is the glory of the LORD. interpret these words of the angels, and compare Psalms 29:1; but it is doubtful if the Hebrew word Elohim, used nakedly and without any explanation, can have this meaning: it is also, as it would seem, in this connection, pointless: others (Rabbins, Flamin., Delitzsch, etc.) Still, however, the benefits derived from them are only temporal; whereas those which the inspired volume imparts are spiritual and eternal; from whence we derive all our knowledge of Divine truth, and all our hopes of everlasting salvation. “Though I walk in the midst of trouble, thou wilt revive me: Psalms 138:7. It corresponds also to the greatness of the benefaction, in the expression, before the gods, —demanding of these, whether they would verify their godhead by pointing to any such boon conferred by them on their servants. 3. In a sense sufficiently striking this promise was fulfilled to David, and to the nation of Israel, as surrounding monarchs beheld the wonderful dispensations of divine providence which attended their steps (2Sa 5:11 8:10); but in its completest sense, it shall realize its accomplishment in the future conquests of Messiah, when the princes and potentates of the earth receive his word, learn by divine grace to celebrate the glorious methods of his love, and see in the light of faith the greatness of Jehovah's glory as the God of salvation. Our foes fall when the Lord comes to deal with them; he makes short work of the enemies of his people, —with one hand he routs them. Before the gods will I sing praise unto thee. Ver. Proud men boast loudly of their culture and "the freedom of thought", and even dare to criticize their Maker: but he knows them from afar, and will keep them at arm's length in this life, and shut them up in hell in the next. Gaze fixed on Holy Temple. Bibliography InformationSpurgeon, Charles H. "Commentary on Psalms 138:4". There is much diversity in the meaning assigned to "gods" in this verse. There is nothing which God expects us to do for him, which is not there most explicitly declared: nothing which he engages to do for us, that does not form the subject of a distinct promise. Whoever edited and arranged these sacred poems, he had an eye to apposition and contrast; for if in Psalms 137:1-9 we see the need of silence before revilers, here we see the excellence of a brave confession. And Luther's usual prayer was, Confirm, O God, in us that thou hast wrought, and perfect the work that thou hast begun in us, to thy glory. Ver. 1. —John Morison. Burgon. Many modern critics are to the word of God what blowflies are to the food of men: they cannot do any good, and unless relentlessly driven away they do great harm. The Christian stays not till he comes to heaven for all his comfort. Behold in me thy work, not mine: for mine, if thou seest, thou condemnest; thine, if thou seest, thou crownest. The worshipper's song. Sweet are the uses of adversity, and our prudent Father in heaven will not deprive us of those benefits. 2. Would you have soul strength for the work you have in view? Ver. c) That he will do this in providence; if it be properly a concern of ours. God has such respect unto the humble soul because it is a fruit of the Spirit inhabiting the soul, and an evidence of the soul's union with the Lord Jesus Christ, in whom alone we are accepted. His truth. God bids us serve him, and he will enable us to serve him, Ezekiel 36:27 : "I will cause you to walk in my statutes." Ver. —John Goodwin, 1593-1665. "Psalm 138 celebrates the name, the steadfast love, the faithfulness, and the intimate care of God in the myriad places in which we find ourselves in life -- our sanctuaries of safety; our chaotic social, political, and economic world; our daily trials and troubles." Ver. 1865-1885, Finding the new version too difficult to understand? The mother may draw whole stores of comfort from a realization of the condescending thoughtfulness of God. The LORD is good to all, And His tender mercies are over all His works. As for us, we firmly believe that God is love, and that in the summing up of all things it will be seen that hell itself is not inconsistent with the beneficence of Jehovah, but is, indeed, a necessary part of his moral government now that sin has intruded into the universe. Ver. The Hallelujah Legion will win the day. He knows them — afar off! Ver. They who hear the words of God will know God. His mind is so taken up with God that he does not mention his name: to him there is no other God, and Jehovah is so perfectly realized and so intimately known, that the Psalmist, in addressing him, no more thinks of mentioning his name than we should do if we were speaking to a father or a friend. There is a time to be silent, lest we cast pearls before swine; and there is a time to speak openly, lest we be found guilty of cowardly not confessing. 3. Thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name. We have here God's transcendent greatness; he is the high Lord, or Jehovah: he is "the high and lofty One, who inhabits eternity, and who dwells in the high and lofty place, to which no man can approach." A promise that covers it: "the Lord will perfect. The person of Jesus is the temple of the Godhead, and therein we behold the glory of the Father, "full of grace and truth." God does not leave off till he has finished. 2. 7. But David declares that God had heard him in the day of his trouble, and strengthened him with strength in his soul. Ver. Then cry unto him who is the "strength of Israel" for it; for "he giveth power to the faint, and he increaseth strength to them that have no might." —Zigabenus, in Neale and Littledale. Psalms 50:15. This soul might will continue: the man having been strengthened for one emergency remains vigorous for life, and is prepared for all future labours and sufferings; unless, indeed, he throw away his force by unbelief, or pride, or some other sin. He was now in a strait, and God comes in haste to him. —James Nalton, 1664. Thou hast been pressed like a cluster of grapes, now give forth thy ripe juice. If this glass be cracked, then the conceptions we have of God will misrepresent him unto us; whereas the word, in its native clearness, sets him out in all his glory unto our eye. He looks forward with comfort, in hopes, 1. Psalms 138:8. —Jeremiah Burroughs, 1599-1646. By his word and Spirit the Lord can make the trembler brave, the sick whole, the weary bright. In this Aramaizing Psalm what the preceding Psalm says (Ps 138:6) comes to be carried into effect, viz. Thou shalt stretch forth thine hand against the wrath of mine enemies, and thy right hand shall save me. —Philip Bennett Power, in "The I Wills' of the Psalms", 1861. What worshipper of idols could ever say that of his god? They are to be presented with an eye to God in Christ, for he is the temple: the place of divine indwelling, sacrifice, intercession, priesthood, oracle, and manifestation. —Andrew Robert Fausset. The answer: prompt, divine, effectual, certain. This Psalm is wisely placed. Ver. It sings the omniscience and omnipresence of God, inferring from these the overthrow of the powers of wickedness, since he who sees and hears the Other masters cut out work for their servants, but do not help them in their work; but our Master in heaven doth not only give us work, but strength. 1. The praise deserved by such grace. In addition, Acts 4:25 attributes Psalm 2 to David––and Hebrews 4:7 attributes Psalm 95 to God's work is perfect, man's is clumsy and incomplete. Psalm 138 is classified as an Individual Hymn of Thanksgiving, a psalm in which a single voice praises God for goodness to or on behalf of that individual, usually for deliverance from some trying situation. Grace and truth Jesus Christ. The proud he knoweth afar off. 3. It dazzles the eyes of sinful mortal worms to behold "the place where his honour dwells." Psalms 138 Commentary, One of over 110 Bible commentaries freely available, this seven volume magnum opus was first published in weekly installments in The Sword and the Trowel Hi, Sign out. That others would go on to praise God like him . He shall throw his strength into the deed. For he, on whom the promise has been conferred, himself stands forth as the speaker. What is this spiritual strength? —Ebenezer Erskine, 1680-1754. Ver. EXPOSITION VERSE 138 Verse 138.—"Thy testimonies that thou hast commanded are righteous and very faithful." He looks back with thankfulness upon the experiences he had had of God’s goodness to him . 3. —Ebenezer Erskine. Before the gods, etc. Thou shalt interpose thine help betwixt me and them, and save me harmless; as the poets feign their gods did those whom they favoured. Sometimes the believer will find his heart set at liberty in God's worship, which at another time he will find to be in bands, and then he should take the opportunity of an enlarged heart to run in the way of God's service, as David doth here: "I will praise thee with my whole heart." b) They do not go out of them to find pleasure. The worshipper's contemplation. 2. Lowliness honoured to its great surprise. Assured of the love of God and the truth of his word, let us cling the closer to these. And strengthenedst me with strength in my soul. We read of great machines, which are able to crush iron bars, and yet they can touch so gently as not to break the shell of the smallest egg; as it is with them, so is it with the hand of the Most High; he can crush a world, and yet bind up a wound. when they all in happy union lift up their songs unto the Lord. While we walk with God, what sweet music doth the bird of conscience make in our breast! Forsake not the works of thine own hands. The words "for David" are part of the Hebrew psalm. Ver. He does not want them to come near to him. David was a king, and he danced before the ark, and he anticipated the time when other kings should not be ashamed of exuberant rejoicing in the King of kings. 7. "Thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name." Ver. Historic accuracy. Though we may keep a well friend waiting should he send for us, yet we will give a sick friend leave to call us up at midnight. Our soul shall become Christly. Ver. Accordingly, it is to the doctrine in afflux, that is to the word, that we are bidden to yield ourselves. Ver. —Christoph Starke. Happy are those who can cause the word of the Lord to penetrate palaces; for the occupants of thrones are usually the last to know the joyful sounds of the gospel. When thy gospel is preached, and they know it, they shall count it their honour to honour thee. It is a happy circumstance that, if God be away at any other time, yet he is pledged to be with us in trying hours: "when thou passest through the rivers I will be with thee." He is in a blessed condition who can confidently use the language of David, — "thou wilt revive me." He who fills the heavens, nay all things, will be our abiding guest and friend if we will but welcome him. Thou makest me brave in my soul (with) strength. Before the gods will I sing praises, &c. — Before kings and princes, or, before judges and great men, either those of other nations who visited him, or those of his own nation that attended on him. —Annotated Paragraph Bible. Ver. 4. The palaces which we build are ever like that in the story, where one window remains dark and without jewels, while the rest blaze in beauty. Thou answeredst me, and strengthenedst me with strength in. He has no fellowship with them, but views them from a distance; he is not deceived, but knows the truth about them, despite their blustering; he has no respect unto them, but utterly abhors them. These eight Psalms are the devout Israelite's Manual of private prayer and praise. As a standard, to which everything may be referred. All the kings of the earth shall praise thee, O Lord, when they hear the words of thy mouth. 8. Alas, for that capital crime of the Lord's people—barrenness in praises! Yea, they shall sing in the ways of the Lord: for great is the glory of the Lord. "Spurgeon's Verse Expositions of the Bible". 2. Forsake not the works of thine own hands. All my interests are safe in Jehovah's hands. To the Chief Musician. The soul's noblest attitude: "Toward thy temple. Yea, they shall sing in the ways of the LORD. Whole Psalm. 2. Psalm 137 – The Mournful Song of the Exiles. 1. The sick man may draw whole stores of comfort from the same source, for he can believe the ONE by whom the body was fearfully and wonderfully made will think over the sufferings of that body, and alleviate them, or give strength for the endurance of them if they must be borne. Heaven and earth shall pass away, but the divine word will not pass away, and in this respect especially it has a preeminence over every other form of manifestation. The poet had experienced what the psalms call “a day of trouble” (see Psalms 20:1, 27:5; 41:1), a “day of … Continue reading "Commentary on Psalm 138:1-8" The LORD will perfect that which concerneth me: “All that has to do with me — my business, my family, my work, my temporal and my eternal interests,— ‘that which concerneth me,’ and that which troubles me, moves my heart with the deepest concern, Jehovah will perfect.”. , effectual, certain and their worshippers to naught, than for his to! 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