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David Guzik commentary on Psalm 139, written by David, who reflects on God, praising Him for knowing everything and being everywhere.
1 O Lord, thou hast searched me, and known me. 2 Thou knowest my downsitting and mine uprising, thou understandest my thought afar off. 3 Thou compassest my path and my lying down, and art acquainted with all my ways. 4 For there is not a word in my tongue, but, lo, O Lord, thou knowest it altogether. 5 Thou hast beset me behind and before, and ...
It’s not just that God is everywhere — He is everywhere with me. It’s not just that God created everything — He created me. i. “Any small thoughts that we may have of God are magnificently transcended by this psalm; yet for all its height and depth it remains intensely personal from first to last.” (Kidner) ii.
This “I-Thou” relationship, and the accompanying pervasive, intimate presence of God, roots the psalmist's hope and comfort—as well as our own. Keep reading for an insightful portrait of this powerful psalm.
Among the most powerful and beautiful psalms written by King David is Psalm 139. It talks about God’s omnipotent and all-knowing character. Through this magnificent psalm, we get a deeper understanding of the loving nature of our Heavenly Father. Therefore, Psalm 139 deserves our full attention.
Clarke's Commentary. A fine account of the omniscience of God, Psalm 139:1-6; of his omnipresence, Psalm 139:7-12; of his power and providence Psalm 139:13-16. The excellence of his purposes, Psalm 139:17, Psalm 139:18. His opposition to the wicked, Psalm 139:19, Psalm 139:20; with whom the godly can have no fellowship, Psalm 139:21, Psalm 139:22.
Psalm 139 is a personal prayer and song of praise to God. David’s heartfelt journey with God, through the good, bad, challenging, and unbelievable, remains alive and relatable throughout...