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They are established forever and ever. They are done in truth and uprightness.

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An Unshakable Foundation

Commentators emphasize that God's commands, promises, and principles are "established for ever and ever." Unlike human ideas that change with the times, God's truth is a permanent, reliable foundation. Albert Barnes notes that these principles are "sustained" and will not fail, providing ultimate security for those who build their lives on them.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 111:8

18th Century

Theologian

They stand fast forever and ever — Margin, “established.” The Hebrew word means “sustained, supported.” They will not fail or fall. Whatever…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Psalm 111:7–8

19th Century

Preacher

All his commandments are sure. They stand fast for ever and ever, and are done in truth and uprightness.

Whatever God commands, det…

John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 111:8

17th Century

Pastor

They stand fast for ever and ever
Not only the covenant and its promises do, but both law and Gospel, the commandmen…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 111:1–10

17th Century

Minister

The psalmist resolves to praise God himself. Our exhortations and our examples should agree. He recommends the works of the Lord as the proper subj…