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Behold, God is my helper. The Lord is the one who sustains my soul.
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A Confident Declaration of Faith
Commentators like Calvin and Gill emphasize the word "Behold!" This is not a timid hope but a bold declaration of faith. Even while in grave danger, David points to God's help as a present and certain reality. This encourages believers to confidently declare God's presence and aid, grounding their faith in His character rather than their circumstances.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Behold, God is mine helper - That is, God alone can aid me in these circumstances, and to him I confidently look.
The…
19th Century
Anglican
With them ... —Better, is a supporter of my life. So Septuagint and Vulgate.
16th Century
Protestant
Behold! God is my helper Such language as this may show us that David did not direct his prayers at random into the air, but offered them …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Behold, God [is] mine helper This being a matter of wonder to be helped in so extraordinary a manner, and a sure and…
Behold, God is my Helper. If we are for him, he is for us; and if he is for us, we need not fear. Every creature is to us only what God makes it to…
13th Century
Catholic
God, in your name. In previous psalms, the psalmist showed the great evil of sins regarding the inclination to sin and conte…
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