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To him who spread out the earth above the waters; For his lovingkindness endures forever:
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A Habitable World is a Merciful Gift
Commentators emphasize that God separating the earth from the waters was not just a display of power, but a profound act of lovingkindness. Albert Barnes notes this act prepared a benign abode for humanity and animals. The very existence of dry land is presented as a foundational gift of God's mercy, providing the space for life to flourish.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
To him that stretched out the earth above the waters - (Genesis 1:1, Genesis 1:9); see the notes at Psalms 2…
19th Century
Anglican
While this section in many points recalls the account of creation in Genesis, it employs terms from other parts of Scripture.
Stretc…
Baptist
To him that stretched out the earth above the waters: for his mercy endureth for ever.
We ought to praise him for the making of eve…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
To him that stretcheth out the earth above the waters Or, "besides the waters" F20 , close by them, and y…
Forgetful as we are, things must often be repeated to us. By mercy, we understand the Lord's disposition to save those whom sin has render…
