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Confirmation of God's Favor
The psalmist sees his deliverance from his enemies' schemes as tangible proof of God's delight in him. Commentators like John Calvin clarify that while such experiences are powerful confirmations of our faith, they are not its foundation. Our primary knowledge of God's love comes from His word, and these real-world deliverances serve as powerful, secondary evidence that strengthens our trust.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 41:11
18th Century
Theologian
By this I know - Compare the notes at (Psalms 20:6). This indicates a confident assurance that his prayer would be answered, and…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 41:11
19th Century
Bishop
By this I know. —Better, shall know. His restoration would be a sign of the Divine favour, and a pledge of his victory ov…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 41:10–11
19th Century
Preacher
"He may think that he will triumph over me, he may even begin in his mind to divide the spoil; but he will never really get it: Mine enemy doth…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 41:11
16th Century
Theologian
By this I know that I have been acceptable to you. David now proceeds to the exercise of thanksgiving. However, some would rather read thi…
John Gill
On Psalms 41:11
17th Century
Pastor
By this I know that you favor me
Or "delight in me" F26 ; as he did, both as his Son and his servant; in …
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 41:5–13
17th Century
Minister
We complain, and justly, of the lack of sincerity, and that there is scarcely any true friendship to be found among men; but the former days were n…