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A Prayer of Faithful Pleading
The psalmist's question, "Lord, where are your former lovingkindnesses?" is not a sign of lost faith, but a powerful form of prayer. Commentators like Calvin and Barnes explain that the psalmist is reminding God of His sworn promises to David. This teaches believers that in times of distress, it is right to appeal to God's character and His past faithfulness, holding onto His promises even when circumstances seem to contradict them.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 89:49
18th Century
Theologian
Lord, where are thy former loving-kindnesses - Your mercies; your pledges; your promises. Where are those promises which you made f…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 89:49–52
19th Century
Preacher
The Psalm ends on its keynote of praise to Jehovah. There had been much to sadden the writer, as there is much to sadden us in these days; but we c…
John Calvin
On Psalms 89:49
16th Century
Theologian
O Lord! Where are Your former mercies? The prophet encourages himself by recalling God’s former benefits, as if his reasoning were that Go…
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John Gill
On Psalms 89:49
17th Century
Pastor
Lord, where are your former lovingkindnesses
The spiritual blessings said to be in Christ; the grace said to be give…
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…