John Calvin Reformed @genevareformer

David composed this psalm as a memorial, knowing how quickly God's chastisements slip from our minds even though they ought to instruct us all our lives. The title points to his purpose: to keep the lessons of affliction alive in himself and in others.

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Commenting on Psalm 38:1-22

C.H. Spurgeon Reformed Baptist @princeofpreachers

He admits what his enemies sling at him, but his own conscience he cannot deny. Open confession cleanses the soul, and when sorrow leads to true penitence it is a blessing, the right spirit to run to Jesus, who alone atones. A man has nearly conquered his trouble when he has done with his sins.

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Matthew Henry Presbyterian @wholebiblehenry

David's enemies are relentless: they lay snares all day long, speaking mischief one to another. When he stumbles, they magnify themselves against him as though he were already ruined. Worst of all, they render him evil for good, repaying his kindness with hatred and deceit. Such is the enmity of the serpent's seed.

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Commenting on Psalm 38:12-22