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Yahweh examines the righteous, But the wicked and him who loves violence his soul hates.
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Trials as a Refining Test
All commentators agree that when God 'tries' the righteous, it is not to punish but to prove and refine their faith. Like a refiner testing gold, God uses afflictions to reveal the genuineness of a believer's faith, hope, and love. Albert Barnes notes this understanding helps believers endure hardship, trusting that the process is for their ultimate good.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
The Lord tries the righteous - That is, he “proves” them, searches them, and tests the reality of their piety. His dealings with th…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
The Lord tries the righteous As gold is tried in the fire, by afflictive providences; hereby he tries their graces, …
Those who truly fear God and serve him are welcome to put their trust in him. The psalmist, before he gives an account of his temptation to distrus…
