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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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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 54:4
18th Century
Theologian
Behold, God is mine helper - That is, God alone can aid me in these circumstances, and to him I confidently look.
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Charles Ellicott
On Psalms 54:4
19th Century
Bishop
With them ... —Better, is a supporter of my life. So Septuagint and Vulgate.
John Calvin
On Psalms 54:4
16th Century
Theologian
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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John Gill
On Psalms 54:4
17th Century
Pastor
Behold, God [is] mine helper
This being a matter of wonder to be helped in so extraordinary a manner, and a sure and…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 54:4–7
17th Century
Minister
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…