He that putteth not out his money to usury, nor taketh reward against the innocent. He that doeth these things shall never be moved.
God made His covenant with Abraham on one condition: that he live holy and upright. Many crowd the temple speaking the same religion outwardly, but hypocrites gain nothing by self-delusion. God remains Himself, faithful and unchanging; He acknowledges none as His people but those who pursue justice and uprightness throughout their whole life.
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Commenting on Psalm 15:1-5
"He that putteth not out his money to usury." Usury was and is hateful both to God and man. That a lender should share with the borrower in gains made by his money is most fitting and proper; but that the man of property should eat up the poor wretch who unfortunately obtained a loan of him is abominable.
Who shall dwell in God's tabernacle? Not by name alone, nor by Abraham's blood, but by what your heart and life actually are. Birth and blood entitle no one; God Himself must set the terms and tell who are truly His. This is the greatest privilege and distinguishing favor, ask yourself daily what you must be to obtain it.
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Commenting on Psalm 15:1-5