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The Practice of God's Presence
Commentators explain that to "set the Lord always before me" is a conscious, moment-by-moment decision. It involves living with a constant awareness of God's presence, keeping His will at the forefront of your thoughts and actions. This practice cultivates integrity and a deep, unwavering reliance on God's guidance.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 16:8
18th Century
Theologian
I have set the Lord always before me - By night as well as by day; in my private meditations as well as in my public professions. I…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 16:8
19th Century
Bishop
At my right hand. — Compare to Psalms 109:31; Psalms 110:5; Psalms 121:5. The image seems to be a military o…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 16:7–8
19th Century
Preacher
I will bless the LORD, who has given me counsel: my reins also instruct me in the night seasons. I have set the LORD always before me.
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John Calvin
On Psalms 16:8
16th Century
Theologian
I have set Jehovah, etc. The Psalmist again shows the firmness and stability of his faith. To set God before us is nothing other than to k…
John Gill
On Psalms 16:8
17th Century
Pastor
I have set the Lord always before me , Not his fear only, or the book of the law, as Jarchi interprets it, but the Lord h…
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…