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God's House, Our Priority
Commentators agree that the ultimate motivation for seeking the church's well-being is because it is "the house of the Lord." The psalmist's love for Jerusalem was rooted in his love for God's presence and worship. This teaches that our primary commitment to the church should stem not from personal benefit, but from a deep reverence for God and the place where He is honored.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 122:9
18th Century
Theologian
Because of the house of the Lord our God I will seek thy good - Because of the sanctuary within you; because that is the place wher…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 122:9
19th Century
Bishop
Because ... —Now for the first time the religious motive of the pilgrimage appears, rendered all the more emphatic by being kept f…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 122:7–9
19th Century
Preacher
Peace be within your walls, and prosperity within your palaces.
For my brethren and companions' sakes, I will now say, Peace be …
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John Calvin
On Psalms 122:9
16th Century
Theologian
Because of the house of Jehovah our God, etc. In this verse, he adds a second reason why he cared for the Church—that he did so because th…
John Gill
On Psalms 122:9
17th Century
Pastor
Because of the house of the Lord our God
Not because of his own palace, nor because of his own house and family; nor…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 122:6–9
17th Century
Minister
Those who can do nothing else for the peace of Jerusalem, may pray for it. Let us consider all who seek the glory of the Redeemer, as our fellow be…