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God's Way, Not Mine
Commentators like Charles Spurgeon highlight a crucial detail: David prays, 'Make thy way straight,' not 'my way.' This is a prayer of profound submission. It's not a request for God to make our personal plans easy, but a plea for God to reveal His perfect will and give us the grace to walk in it. It acknowledges our need for divine direction, especially when we feel lost or opposed.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 5:1–12
18th Century
Theologian
Upon Nehiloth – The title of (Psalms 4:1–8) is “upon Neginoth.” Since that refers to a musical instrument, it is probable that t…
Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 5:8
19th Century
Bishop
Enemies. —Literally, those watching for, or lying in wait. Aquila and Jerome both give “those lying in ambush.” God’s gui…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 5:8
19th Century
Preacher
David does not say, "Make my way straight", he does not want to have his own way, but he wants to walk in God's way. Thus sweet submission blends w…
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John Calvin
On Psalms 5:8
16th Century
Theologian
O Jehovah, lead me forth, etc. Some explain these words as follows: Show me what is right, and make me wholly devoted to practicing the ri…
John Gill
On Psalms 5:8
17th Century
Pastor
Lead me, O Lord, in your righteousness
Not in mine, but yours; in the righteousness of God, which is revealed in the …
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 5:7–12
17th Century
Minister
David often prayed alone, yet he was very consistent in attending public worship. The mercy of God should always be the foundation of both our hope…