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Joy Rooted in God's Presence
Commentators agree that the gladness described is not based on circumstances but is a direct result of trusting in God. John Calvin calls it the 'inestimable fruit of faith.' Because the psalmist has set the Lord always before him (v. 8), his heart can rejoice. This teaches that true, stable joy for a believer is found in God's constant presence and protection, leading to what Albert Barnes calls 'confidence in God alone.'
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Psalms
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 16:9
18th Century
Theologian
Therefore my heart is glad—This is because my confidence is in God alone, and I believe that He is my Protector and Friend. See the…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 16:9
19th Century
Bishop
Glory. —Hebrew, khabôd; but probably the poet wrote khabed, i.e., liver, or (compare “reins” above, and the comm…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 16:9
19th Century
Preacher
Therefore my heart is glad,
Because, in the night watches, he had sought his Father, and found help in him, he could say, Theref…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 16:9
16th Century
Theologian
Therefore my heart is glad. In this verse, the Psalmist commends the inestimable fruit of faith, which Scripture mentions everywhere. Beca…
John Gill
On Psalms 16:9
17th Century
Pastor
Therefore my heart is glad
Because he had the Lord always in view; he was at his right hand, for his support and ass…
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…