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Joy's True Source
Commentators unanimously emphasize that the psalmist's joy is not found in his circumstances, accomplishments, or possessions, but in God Himself. John Calvin contrasts this with joy in oneself, while Matthew Henry notes that our joy must be in the Giver, not just the gift. True, unshakable gladness has its source in God's character and favor alone.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 9:2
18th Century
Theologian
I will be glad – I will rejoice, and will express my joy.
And rejoice in thee – I will exult; I will triumph. That is, he …
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 9:2
19th Century
Preacher
Get up, then, my soul, out of the dark places of your despondency. Rise, my drooping spirit, to something higher and better. If you cannot be glad …
John Calvin
On Psalms 9:2
16th Century
Theologian
I will rejoice and exult in you. Observe how the faithful praise God sincerely and without hypocrisy when they do not rest on themselves f…
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John Gill
On Psalms 9:2
17th Century
Pastor
I will be glad and rejoice in thee
Not in himself, in any attainments or works of his; not in his wisdom, riches, an…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 9:1–10
17th Century
Minister
If we are to praise God acceptably, we must praise Him in sincerity, with our whole heart. When we give thanks for a particular mercy, we should re…