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Faith When God Feels Far
John Calvin highlights that when the psalmist cries for God to 'draw near,' it's not a statement of theological fact but an expression of human feeling. Based on his dire circumstances, God feels distant. Calling out to a God who seems absent is therefore a profound act of faith, trusting in God's presence and power despite what feelings or circumstances suggest.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 69:18
18th Century
Theologian
Draw near to my soul – To me – for my life is in danger.
And redeem it – Ransom it; save it from ruin. See the notes at ([…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 69:15–20
19th Century
Preacher
Let not the waterflood overflow me, neither let the deep swallow me up, and let not the pit shut her mouth upon me. Hear me, O Lord, for thy lo…
John Calvin
On Psalms 69:18
16th Century
Theologian
Draw near to my soul, redeem it. David was undoubtedly fully persuaded by faith that God was near him; but as we are accustomed to measure…
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John Gill
On Psalms 69:18
17th Century
Pastor
Draw nigh unto my soul
God his father, while he was suffering, stood afar off from him; therefore he desires that he…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 69:13–21
17th Century
Minister
Whatever deep waters of affliction or temptation we sink into, whatever floods of trouble or ungodly men seem ready to overwhelm us, let us perseve…