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You are my God, and I will give thanks to you. You are my God, I will exalt you.
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A Personal Profession of Faith
Commentators observe that this verse is a powerful and personal declaration of faith. The psalmist isn't just stating a fact; he is making a solemn, public profession. As Albert Barnes notes, the repetition of 'You are my God' emphasizes the depth of this commitment. It's a personal response to God's greatness, moving from acknowledging who God is to vowing a life of praise and exaltation.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
You are my God, and I will praise you — This is the language of the author of the psalm—his solemn profession before the sanctuary …
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
You [are] my God, and I will praise you These are the words of David, asserting his interest in God as his covenant God; and w…
Those who saw Christ's day from such a great distance found reason to praise God for the prospect. The prophecy in verses 22 and 23 may refer to Da…