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A Sign of True Faith
Commentators agree that David's love for God's house is a key sign of genuine faith. This isn't just about liking a building, but a deep affection for the place of corporate worship where God's presence is honored. Albert Barnes notes that a person who delights in God's worship on earth shows they are prepared for heaven.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 26:8
18th Century
Theologian
Lord, I have loved the habitation of thy house - I have loved to dwell in Your house. See the notes at (Psalms 23:6). T…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 26:7–8
19th Century
Preacher
I am sure many of us can say this: that when the Sabbath comes around, it is the best day of all the week; and that hour in the weeknight when we c…
John Calvin
On Psalms 26:8
16th Century
Theologian
O Jehovah! I have loved, etc. In this verse he confirms what he had said before, that he did not come into the sanctuary in a careless man…
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John Gill
On Psalms 26:8
17th Century
Pastor
Lord, I have loved the habitation of your house
Meaning the tabernacle, for as yet the temple was not built; which w…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 26:1–12
17th Century
Minister
David here, by the Spirit of prophecy, speaks of himself as a type of Christ. What he says here concerning his own spotless innocence was fully and…