Read psalm 119 commentary using the treasury of david. If psalm 119 says anything, it says we must be willing to consume a steady diet of truth from his book and digest the principles it contains. Psalm 119 is the 119th psalm of the book of psalms, generally known in english by its first verse, in the king james version, blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the lord. The double affirmation that he indeed has kept the statutes of the lord psalms 119. Even though the writer of psalm 119 is unconfirmed, some of the verses below give credibility to david being the author of psalm 119 because of similarity in language to the davidic psalms.
This study guide was developed in preparation for teaching adult bible classes. A few other psalms are written in this manner as well, but psalm 119 is the best example. These psalms reflect every human emotion, but they do so in an important way. Psalm 119 shows us that the word of god should have top priority in our lives.
David guziks commentaries on the bible are available on and are useful for sermon, bible study, and sunday school preparation. Since there are such a large number of resources on this page 10,000 links you might consider beginning with the more recent commentaries that briefly discuss all 150 psalms paul apple 750 pages, thomas constable, david guzik, bob utley. What should we learn from psalm 119 in old testament. The wonders of redeeming love will fix the heart in adoration of them. As the writer begins his prayer, note the requests he make of god as well as his testimonies about god. The first few times i started to read i would close the book in frustration because of the.
Psalms chapter 119 kjv king james version i have really enjoyed the scripture this is my very first time reading the scripture but it meant so much and lord knows i needed it at this particular time father god in the name of jesus or god youre worthy to be praised when i think about the goodness and all that you have done for me my soul cries out hallelujah hallelujah thank you jesus thank. In this commentary, david guzik explains psalms 119 through 150, song by song and verse by verse, helping you to understand, enjoy, and learn from gods songbook. It is referred to in hebrew by its opening words, ashrei temimei derech. The scriptures show us what we were, what we are, and what we shall be. They show us the mercy and the justice of the lord, the joys of heaven, and the pains of hell. This book, therefore, teaches us how to be honest before god.
Nov 14, 2017 enduring word bible commentary psalms 119 series. Containing 176 verses, psalm 119 is the longest single chapter in the bible. Psalms 119 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. Supplications with the whole heart are presented only by those who desire gods salvation, and who love his commandments. Psalms 119 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely.
Youll find david jeremiahs introduction to the book of psalms on page 705706 of the jeremiah study bible. After the exile many jews went back to their own country. David guzik commentary on psalm 119, which is the longest psalm and the longest chapter on the bible. But it is also written in a unique poetic form known as an acrostic. Scripture doesnt let us know who the author of psalm 119 is. Study resources text commentaries david guzik psalms. Psalms resources commentaries, sermons, illustrations, devotionals. David is renowned for his work on writing a commentary for each book in the bible.
Actually, by chapters, either psalm 117 or 118 is the exact center of the bibleso psalm 119 isnt too far off. Psalms 119 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Psalm 36 davids prayer for yahweh, in loyal love, to protect the upright from the wicked psalm 37 davids counsel to the righteous to trust in yahweh, not worry about the apparent success of the wicked psalm 38 davids anguished reliance upon yahweh because of discipline for his sin. He has been sought among the trees, the hills, the planets, the stars. Listen to pastor david guzik give a special message on exodus 3 at the 2020 southwest pastors and leaders conference, vision through the life of moses. Since the book of psalms is the longest book in the bible, it shows us the priority of praise and worship to god. The closer we cleave to the word of god, both as our rule and as our stay, the more assurance we have of deliverance. Discover practical insights into the book of psalms. Study guide for psalm 119 by david guzik blue letter bible. This article is also available and sold as a booklet. As a main contributor to the book of psalms, you see the love, trust and devotion he had for the father. Chronology of davids psalms david wrote 73 of the 150 psalms in the bible. There have been many lengthy works written on this psalm.
He has been sought amid the mysterious wheels of providence. Calvary chapel ttm s2 e24 david guzik on bible study, the. David complains to god of his enemies, and confides in god. The title in the greek suggests the idea of an instrumental accompaniment. That everything that i think, say or do would reflect gods word. The psalms are designed to teach us to do one thing to worship. Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and that seek him with the whole heart. Thou hast commanded us to keep thy precepts diligently. David, the sweet psalmist of israel, has seventythree psalms. The statutes of the lord are trustworthy, making wise the simple. Enjoy this episode of things that matter as pastor david guzik talks with pastor brian brodersen on bible exposition, studying the scriptures and bible commentaries. Please contact the publisher to obtain copies of this resource. Psalms 4, new king james version nkjv the bible app.
David guzik scripture doesnt let us know who the author of psalm 119 is. Psalm 119 is the profound truth that the word of god is allsufficient. Study the bible online using commentary on psalm 119 and more. Meditate within your heart on your bed, and be still. Enduring word bible commentary psalms 119 series bible. The lord willing, i intend to add more outlines on various psalms sometime in the future. Psalm 119, like most of the psalms, was originally composed as a song to be sung in praising god. The entire collection of psalms is entitled praises in the hebrew text. It stands as the giant among the psalms it is the longest psalm and the longest chapter in the bible176 verses. No matter who wrote it, it is the inspired word of god and should be poured over carefully. Later, rabbis often designated it the book of praises. Our permissions for the guzik enduring word commentary have expired.
Each volume is between 500 and 600 pages, with a total of 1,677 pages. Guzik bible commentary 20 david guzik no distribution beyond personal use without permission for more information and resources visit. In an acrostic, the first verse begins with a word starting with the first letter of. The author of psalm 119 is unknown, but most scholars agree that it was written by david, ezra, or daniel. Excellent resource for teaching and preaching the psalms. They are also useful for teaching and confirming that jesus is the christ or messiah.
Thus the psalms are useful for singing praises to god. Somewhere in the book of psalms at or near psalm 119. Enjoy this episode of things that matter as pastor david guzik. Spurgeons treasury of david to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. If you do one verse a day this will get you through at least 12 a year. The book of psalms is in the third section of the hebrew bible, the khetuvim, and a book of the christian old testament. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Ttm s2 e24 david guzik on bible study, the calvary chapel.
Some scholars believe it was written by david, while others believe it was written well after davids time. They believe that psalm 119 is a psalm written by david. Beginning with verse 17, psalm 119 becomes a prayer. Oh, that my actions would consistently reflect your decrees. Sinners have a path where they stand, and the righteous man knows he does not belong on that path. Interestingly, psalm 117 is the shortest chapter in the bible with only two verses, while psalm 119 is the longest. Feb 9, 2014 overview, choose from over 100 bible commentaries freely available online at for sermon, bible study, and sunday school preparation.