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For you have been my help. I will rejoice in the shadow of your wings.
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The Logic of Faith
Commentators like Albert Barnes and Charles Spurgeon highlight the verse's powerful logic: "Because you have been my help, therefore I will rejoice." This teaches that remembering God's past faithfulness is not just a sentimental exercise; it is the rational foundation for our present trust and future joy. Our confidence in God for tomorrow is built upon the evidence of His help in our yesterdays.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Because thou hast been my help - Because you have interposed to defend me in danger. The idea is that he had experienced the divine…
19th Century
Anglican
Because ... —Better, For you have been my helper; and under the shadow, etc. (For the image, see Psalm 17:8; [Reference P…
Baptist
Because you have been my help, therefore in the shadow of your refuge will I rejoice.
"If I cannot look up, and see the light of yo…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Because you have been my help Or, "that you have been my help" F19; and so the words may be considered as…
True Christians can, in some measure, and at some times, make use of the strong language of David, but too often our souls cling to the dust. Havin…
