2, 3 (R.V.). The performance of that exercise is commanded, and the same law which enjoins that the duties John CunninghamThe Ordinance of CovenantingAppendix xiv. No medicine like the blood of Christ; and in the text, For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.' 1. --PSALM xxxi. Don't give up. He was not shut up unto the hand of the enemy; but his feet stood in a large room, for he was Charles Haddon SpurgeonSpurgeon's Sermons Volume 37: 1891That it is Sweet to Despise the World and to Serve GodNow will I speak again, O my Lord, and hold not my peace; I will say in the ears of my God, my Lord, and my King, who is exalted above all, Oh how plentiful is Thy goodness which Thou hast laid up for them that fear Thee! It is not alone, "Be of good courage"; there is an "and" with it: "and he shall strengthen your heart." If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at privacy@biblegateway.com. Spurgeon. There are four general things here to be noticed. There are four general things here to be noticed. The word rendered 'presence' is literally 'face,' and the force of this very remarkable expression of confidence is considerably marred unless that rendering be retained. The works of God distinguished from the works of Satan and wicked men. By the kindly fellowship of friends.3. I Cor 2:2. Article Images Copyright 2023 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. What Does Colossians 2:6-7 Teach Us about Our Faith Walk? There are walls which no mortal hands built to surround me, A Refuge Eternal,--'Tis JESUS MY ROCK! I ask Thee for a thoughtful love, Through constant watching wise, To meet the glad with joyful smiles, And to wipe the weeping eyes; And a heart at leisure from itself, To soothe and sympathize. Example from the history of Job. John CalvinThe Institutes of the Christian ReligionCovenanting Confers Obligation. --PSALM xxxi. --PSALM xxxi. You must not be so; in the name of God, you are commanded in the text to "be of good courage."2. There are other analogous expressions in Scripture, setting forth, under various metaphors, God's protection of them that love Him. "O love the Lord, all ye his saints" (Psalm xxxi. (1) But what art Thou to those who love Thee? Let Hope Rise. For to me to live is Christ. But in the depth of desolation he grasps at God's hand, and that lifts him up out of the pit. 1. Such are those where, concerning the woman which had an issue of blood, He said, "Who touched Me?" If a man be full of animal courage, no credit to him; for he has to thank his father and mother for his vigorous body which inspires him to be brave. A SEASONABLE EXHORTATION. He sings, "My times are in thy hand." 22. But I know not that there is any, 'Into Thine hand I commit my spirit: Thou hast redeemed me, O Lord God of truth.' The mercy of God is not so "marvellous" when it is shown in humbler cities as when it is shown in "a strong city," [1389] and for this reason "God is to be blessed." Alexander took great pains to have him healed, and when he was quite well, he never exposed his precious life to any risk again. 1. 23). The Law in Messianic Times. The scope of this chapter. Copyright 1993, 2002, 2018 by Eugene H. Peterson. It was that which Jesus had and which He helps us to acquire. 2. Example from the history of Job. Therefore, if the minister is without the true faith, the sacrament is invalid. 3. David, showing his confidence in God, craves his help7. --PSALM xxxi. (3)It pleads many excuses.III. 3. But "faith directs in intention" as Augustine says against Julian (In Psalm xxxi, cf. No bosom (save one) has the power to relieve me, The bosom which bled for me, JESUS MY ROCK! God's goodness is a treasure laid up for future as well as present use and blessing. The dogma of implicit faith refuted. ).PeopleDavid, PsalmistPlacesJerusalemTopicsCourage, David, Fear, Heart, Hope, Maschil, Psalm, Strengthen, Strengtheneth, Strong, Wait, WaitingOutline1. Of the Triumph of the Christian Faith. For it is written, He hath given us drink in tears by measure (Ps. The ultimate basis of this expectancy must be sought in the Old Testament Alfred EdersheimThe Life and Times of Jesus the MessiahThere are Some Things of this Sort Even of Our Saviour in the Gospel27. Psalms 31 | MSG Bible | YouVersion 3. Example from the history of Job. Whate'er events betide, Thy will they all perform: Safe in Thy breast my head I hide, Nor fear the coming storm. 1. Psalms 31:24. He rejoices in his mercy9. Differently to be admonished are those who deplore sins of deed, and those who deplore sins of thought. This to him was a most cheering fact: he had no fear as to his circumstances, since all things were in the divine hand. It is not alone, "Be of good courage"; there is an "and" with it: "and he shall strengthen your heart." He desired to know nothing but Christ, and him crucified. There are but few that love God: many give Him hypocritical kisses, but few love Him. AugustineAgainst LyingThe Death of the Righteous'For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.' But "faith directs in intention" as Augustine says against Julian (In Psalm xxxi, cf. But I know not that there is any Alexander MaclarenExpositions of Holy Scripture, 'Into Thy Hands''Into Thine hand I commit my spirit: Thou hast redeemed me, O Lord God of truth.' God alone can do this.1. Do you not think that your God deserves to be trusted? On Psalm xxxi. Physical, or animal courage is not a rare quality. To WHOM THIS PROMISE IS MADE. The necessity of the doctrine of faith. How God acts in them. When my heart is all sorrow, and trials aggrieve me, To whom can I safely my secrets unlock? The Targum is, "who hope for", or "trust in the word of the Lord"; the essential Word, the promised Messiah. And we are made more than conquerors over our spiritual enemies. The history of the extension of the Church of Christ from one land to another, and of the successive victories won by the Cross over heathen races from age to age, gives by itself a very imperfect idea of the meaning of the words "The Holy Catholic Church." We must understand Paul of a spiritual life. ).PeopleDavid, PsalmistPlacesJerusalemTopicsCourage, David, Fear, Heart, Hope, Maschil, Psalm, Strengthen, Strengtheneth, Strong, Wait, WaitingOutline1. Whate'er events betide, Thy will they all perform: Safe in Thy breast my head I hide, Nor fear the coming storm. By the kindly fellowship of friends.3. Higher and higher the water rose, but she would not yield, and she died, crying out with her last breath, "Christ only is my Master." lxxix. By the design or end of acting. Don't let me down! 24Be brave. --PSALM xxxi. THE question as to the Rabbinic views in regard to the binding character of the Law, and its imposition on the Gentiles, in Messianic times, although, strictly speaking, not forming part of this history, is of such vital importance in connection with recent controversies as to demand special consideration. where shall I flee to be safe from their shock? Do not sit still, and rub your eyes, and say, "I cannot help it, I must always be dull like this." I would not have the restless will That hurries to and fro, Seeking for some great Miss A. L. WaringHymns and MeditationsHis Journey to South Russia. Of Faith. 2. (1)At the present time, I believe that it restricts enterprise. --PSALM xxxi. Old Objection, that the agency of God in such cases is referable to prescience or permission, not actual operation. Paul was a great admirer of Christ. The mercy of God is not so "marvellous" when it is shown in humbler cities as when it is shown in "a strong city," [1389] and for this reason "God is to be blessed. Psalm 31:23-24 MSG - Love GOD, all you saints; GOD takes - BibleGateway --PSALM xxxi. The longer it is left the greater will be the difficulty. That what we are to speak to for the clearing and improving this noble piece of truth, that Christ is the Truth, may be the more clearly understood and edifying, we shall first take notice of some generals, and then show particularly how or in what respects Christ is called the Truth; and finally speak to some cases wherein we are to make use of Christ as the Truth. YouVersion uses cookies to personalize your experience. When the storm and the tempest are raging around me, Oh! For those who deplore sins of deed are to be admonished that perfected lamentations should wash out consummated evils, lest they be bound by a greater debt of perpetrated deed than they pay in tears of satisfaction for it.
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