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A Cheerful, Inclined Heart
Commentators highlight that true obedience is more than just following rules; it's a matter of the heart. The psalmist "inclined" his heart, signifying a willing, cheerful, and wholehearted devotion to God's ways. This contrasts with a slavish or forced obedience, showing that God desires our sincere affection and resolve.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 119:112
18th Century
Theologian
I have inclined mine heart - The Hebrew word properly means “to stretch out” or “to extend”—as the hand (Exodus 8:6,[Re…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 119:108–112
19th Century
Preacher
Accept, I implore you, the freewill offerings of my mouth, O LORD, and teach me your judgments. My soul is continually in my hand: yet I do not…
John Calvin
On Psalms 119:112
16th Century
Theologian
I have inclined my heart to perform thy statutes. In this verse he describes the right observance of the law, which consists in our cheerf…
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John Gill
On Psalms 119:112
17th Century
Pastor
I have inclined mine heart to perform your statutes alway ,
&c.] He had prayed to God to incline his heart to them, …
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 119:105–112
17th Century
Minister
The word of God directs us in our work and way, and a dark place indeed the world would be without it. The commandment is a lamp kept burning with …