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God's Hand in Hardship
Commentators like John Calvin note that the psalmist correctly attributes the destruction of the kingdom's defenses to God. Instead of only blaming the enemy, the writer acknowledges God's sovereign hand in the calamity. This teaches believers to look beyond immediate causes and recognize God's ultimate control, even in painful circumstances.
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Psalms
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 89:40
18th Century
Theologian
You have broken down all his hedges - His walls or defenses; all that he relied on for safety.
You have brought his strongholds …
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 89:38–45
19th Century
Preacher
Spiritually, this sad description reveals the sorrowful state of the professing church of Christ in the times in which we live.
John Calvin
On Psalms 89:40
16th Century
Theologian
Thou hast broken down all his walls. The prophet, although he might easily have found another cause to which to attribute the breaking dow…
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John Gill
On Psalms 89:40
17th Century
Pastor
You have broken down all his hedges
Round about his vine, the church; see (Psalms 80:12) . A famous chur…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 89:38–52
17th Century
Minister
Sometimes it is not easy to reconcile God's providences with His promises, yet we are sure that God's works fulfill His word. When the great Anoint…