The greek term james uses is the same one used by john to describe jesus in jn 1. It is that which james elsewhere calls the law of liberty, notes, james 1. The notes explain some of the words with a star by them. A word list at the end explains all the words that have a star. Good, concise, and very pastoral commentary on the book of james. Practical insights for everyday christian living provides a comprehensive biblical commentary from renowned bible teacher joyce meyer. Spurgeon had high praise for alexanders work writing that it occupies a first place among expositions. We must not rely upon creatures, upon men and means, instruments and second causes, nor make flesh our arm. This scourby bible reading video is being aired with permission of the owner litchfield associates, all rights are reserved. The holy hills, that stand round about jerusalem, are intended psalms 87. Psalms chapter 121 king james version kjv alexander. These letters were sent out as circular epistles to be passed around and read in several locations. Part of the reason for this is that james is like proverbs in that many of its verses really stand alone in their content. David guzik commentary on psalm 121, which is another song of ascents.
Dec 16, 2019 what mostly takes place in this chapter is a matter of history. Many readers of psalm 121 have connected it with lifes journey or at least with lifes journeys. Many subjects are handled quickly and succinctly in the book. The foregoing chapter shows how unprofitable and dead faith is without works. As a song sung by travelers, this is particularly relevant for the trust placed in. Text commentaries by david guzik david guzik is the pastor of calvary chapel santa barbara, california. Robbie raugh rated it really liked it sep 06, 2016. Other men mentioned in the bible named james include. Prominent in the book of revelation is the persecution of gods people. This epistle of james is one of the most instructive writings in the new testament. The assurance rises from the particular to the general.
Psalms 121, the pulpit commentaries, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely. To sketch the perfect man continuing in the gospel law of liberty, is his theme. You can learn more from a book if you stop and ask it questions than if you just read it. Commentary on psalms 121 by matthew henry blue letter bible. In this chapter, the following requirements for those who would be perfect are advocated.
James complements pauls teaching, and shows to the jewish christians who still kept the legal ordinances down to the fall of jerusalem, the spiritual principle of the law, namely, love manifested in obedience. James montgomery boice comments that psalm 121 has been known. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of. Some call this the soldiers psalm, and think it was penned in the camp, when david was hazarding his life in the high places of the field, and thus trusted god to. Psalm 121 trusting in gods providential care ray fowler. James the niv application commentary book 16 kindle edition by nystrom, david p download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Being chiefly directed against particular errors at that time brought in among the jewish christians, it does not contain the same full doctrinal statements as the other epistles, but it presents an admirable summary of the practical duties of all believers.
James 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. As i read be mature along with my yearly bible reading plan, i had a hard time keeping up. Perhaps close the sermon by asking the congregation to bless each other, making the sign of the cross on each other and. He that keepeth israel, that keepeth thee, o israelite. Chapter 121 some call this the soldiers psalm, and think it was penned in the camp, when david was hazarding his life in the high places of the field, and thus trusted god to cover his head in the day of battle. This is an excerpt from the swordsearcher deluxe study library. It is not one israelite alone over whom god will watch unceasingly, but the whole people of israel. The best thing that ever happened to women march 25 your life is like the morning fog james p. Before that he served as director and teacher at kjv nkjv nlt niv esv csb nasb20 nasb95. Up to that time, you would not have found the book where it is today in any english translation.
This commentary is the right mix of layman and scholarly work that. James, a servant of jesus christ whose name the apostle mentions but once more in the whole epistle, namely, james 2. It might have seemed, if he had mentioned him often, that he did it out of vanity, as being the brother, or near kinsman, of the lord. A responsive song between a single voice psalm 121. He originally rejected jesus as the messiah, but evidently trusted in him after seeing jesus resurrected 1 corinthians 15. The image of god in verses 1 2, however, shifts from helper to that. As a song sung by travelers, this is particularly relevant for the trust placed in god through the journey. I believe the purpose of this chapter is to reveal what or who is behind it all.
Psalms 121, the pulpit commentaries, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, spanning 23 volumes, covered the entire bible with verse by verse exposition. Nov 29 75 bible commentaries matthew henry, adam clarke, pulpit commentary, etc. I will lift up mine eyesexpresses desire compare psa 25. It is a clear and judicious explanation of the text, and cannot be dispensed with. It is plainly intimated by what this chapter first goes upon that such a faith is, however, apt to make men conceited and magisterial in their tempers and their talk. We should not stand a moment if our keeper were to sleep.
But the words of james are near enough to galatians 5. Pretty solid so far, going through the book of james with a few other commentaries as well read more. By dealing with the original meaning and contemporary significance of each passage, the niv application commentary series promises to be helpful all the way around. Spurgeons treasury of david to better understand scripture. Jul 11, 20 james said we are to receive with meekness the implanted word which is able to save your souls. Evangelical dictionary king james dictionary smiths bible dictionary. An easyenglish translation with notes about 1200 word vocabulary on psalm 121. Anyone who enters into the ministry lightly probably shouldnt be in the ministry.
There are several men named james mentioned in the new testament, but reliable tradition assigns this book to the one called james the just, the halfbrother of jesus matthew. Study psalm 121 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Even though there were two other men named james who were apostles of christ matthew 10. This is one of the more thorough older exegetical works on the hebrew. I lift up my eyes to the hills where does my help come from. Commentary on revelation chapter 12 theology first.
Each chapter wiersbe wrote was full of practical advice. Psalm 121 is the 121st psalm of the book of psalms, beginning in english in the king james. The shepherd of the flock is the shepherd of every sheep, and will take care that not one, even of the little ones, shall perish. Indeed, you would not have found the book of james included among the new testament books at all. Of the 108 verses in the book of james there are 54 imperatives. James 1 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. Chapter 121 verses 18 some call this the soldiers psalm, and think it was penned in the camp, when david was hazarding his life in the high places of the field, and thus trusted god to cover his head in the day of battle. Psalms chapter 121 kjv king james version 1 a song of degrees. Commentary on psalm 121 working preacher from luther seminary.
Commentaries for psalm chapter 121 the safety of the godly. I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help. Text commentaries by david guzik blue letter bible. Book of james overview insight for living ministries. Nov 09, 2020 james montgomery boice comments that psalm 121 has been known as the travelers psalm david livingstone, the famous missionary and explorer of the continent of africa, read psalm 121 and psalm 5, which praises god for his sovereign rule over all things, as he worshiped with his father and sister before setting out for africa in 1840. View the entire commentary more information on commentaries. However, what we see in verse 17 continues throughout the duration of the church age, from pentecost to the return of christ.
Not good if you are looking for indepth commentary on a chapter or book of the bible, but is good if you just need an overview. Commentary on the book of james matthew henrys bible commentary. Chapter 121 matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. Psalms 121 commentary matthew henry commentary on the. After a long career of witnessing for christ throughout much of the mediterranean world, the jews arrested him and sought to kill him. The city of jerusalem is situated on a mountain and is surrounded by mountains.
We must not rely upon men and means, instruments and second causes. Click here for more messages from the book of psalms. The book of james offers powerful and practical advice on a variety of topics important for growing in your faith. To me, out of all the commentaries ive read from wiersbe on the shorter new testament epistles, james is the book he wrote the most about. Psalms 121 commentary matthew henrys complete commentary. Each chapter is a minisermon with usually 3 to 4 points. In james 4 there is a logical progression throughout the chapter, while still allowing some verses to cover individual topics. Each chapter includes the scripture reference being taught along with commentary to inspire you to put your faith into action, and personal. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament.
A commentary on the book of acts one of the most effective preachers of the gospel was the apostle paul. Commentary sections comprise periscopes of scripture e. James, according to many scholars, may be one of the earliest letters to believers in the new testament. In other words, this book will help you achieve both halves of the. Commentary on the book of james by matthew henry new. Darby, from synopsis of the books of the bible the epistle of james is not addressed to the assembly, and does not take the ground of apostolic authority over the persons to whom it is sent. With that goal in mind, tucker cites how james limburg calls psalm 121 a psalm for sojourners 734. Verse by verse commentaries by book precept austin. The commentary section includes running commentary on the bible text with reference to several modern versions, especially the new international version and the new revised standard. Psalms 121 the pulpit commentaries bible commentaries. The worst thing we can bring to any dispute, is anger. The psalm divides naturally into two verse groups 1 2, 34, 56, 78. If you are interested in more in depth commentary dealing through certain lexical and translation difficulties, this is not your book.
And if men would govern their tongues, they must govern their passions. Endur ing word bible commentary psalm 121 psalm 121 the god who keeps and helps this is the second of the series of psalms which are titled a song of ascents. Psalms 121 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Help from the lord, the creator of all and helper of israel. The book of james a detailed commentary basic training bible ministries page 2 introduction to james background of the book the epistle of james is one of the general epistles, including 1 and 2 peter, 1, 2 and 3 john, and jude.
Thank you father god that you are my everpresent help in troubled times and that by the blood of christ i now have access to your throne of grace, for. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading james the niv application commentary book 16. James, the brother of john was probably martyred too early to have written this book, leaving james, jesus half brother as the author. The macarthur new testament commentary comes from the experience, insight, and wisdom of one of the most trusted ministry leaders and bible teachers of our day. The change of persons is probably to be regarded as a poetical figure.
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