Blessed is that man that maketh the LORD his trust, and respecteth not the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies.
David recalls how from many dangers, not one alone, he cried out to God and was heard. His deliverance from such perils filled his soul with admiration of God's providence, which extends to all mankind, and moved him to give himself wholly to God's service.
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Commenting on Psalm 40:1-17
Blessed. This is an exclamation similar to that of the first Psalm, "Oh, the happiness of the man." God's blessings are emphatic, "I wot that he whom thou blessest is blessed, "indeed and in very truth. Is that man that maketh the Lord his trust. Faith obtaineth promises. A simple single eyed confidence in God is the sure mark of blessedness.
David was plunged in a horrible pit and miry clay of inward perplexity and despondency of spirit. He waited patiently, expecting relief from God alone, not working himself free but holding fast to faith until deliverance came in due time.
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Commenting on Psalm 40:1-5