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As for the saints who are in the earth, They are the excellent ones in whom is all my delight.

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Love God by Loving His People

Commentators agree that since our goodness cannot directly benefit the all-sufficient God, we show our love for Him by serving His people. David's delight in the 'saints' shows that caring for fellow believers is a primary, tangible way we express our devotion and gratitude to God.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 16:3

18th Century

Theologian

But to the saints that are in the earth - This verse has also been interpreted very differently. Our translators seem to have under…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Psalm 16:2–3

19th Century

Preacher

O my soul, you have said to the LORD, You are my Lord: my goodness does not extend to You; but to the saints who are in the earth, and to the e…

John Calvin

John Calvin

On Psalms 16:3

16th Century

Theologian

Unto the saints who are on the earth. Almost all are agreed in understanding this passage as if David, after the sentence we have just bee…

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John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 16:3

17th Century

Pastor

[But] to the saints that [are] in the earth
Who are sanctified or set apart by God the Father in election; whose sin…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Psalms 16:1–11

17th Century

Minister

David flees to God's protection with cheerful, believing confidence. Those who have avowed that the Lord is their Lord should often remind themselv…