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God's Presence is Our Security
All commentators agree that the source of security is not the city or the church itself, but God's presence within it. John Calvin states that the church's great security 'consists in this: that God dwells in the midst of her.' This divine presence is what makes God's people immovable, providing a firm foundation against any turmoil.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 46:5
18th Century
Theologian
God is in the midst of her — God is in the midst of the “city” referred to above — the “city of God.” That is:
- He d…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 46:5
19th Century
Bishop
Right early: Literally, at the turning of the morning. Evidently metaphorical of the dawn of a brighter day.
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 46:5
19th Century
Preacher
The Hebrew expression is, "at the turning of the morning," our marginal reading gives it, "when the morning appears." God will help her at the …
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John Calvin
On Psalms 46:5
16th Century
Theologian
God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved. The Psalmist now shows that the great security of the Church consists in this: that Go…
John Gill
On Psalms 46:5
17th Century
Pastor
God [is] in the midst of her
The church and people of God; not merely by his essence, power, and providence, as he i…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 46:1–5
17th Century
Minister
This psalm encourages hope and trust in God���in his power and providence, and his gracious presence with his church in the worst of times. We may …