Psalm 138:2 I will worship toward your holy temple, and praise your name for your loving kindness and for your truth… I. EXPLAIN. 1. God's "Word" is revelation in general, especially the doctrines of salvation — those which we justly call the fundamental principles of the Gospel. 2. God's "Name" is His renown. Whether in His works or in His providence, He has fastened it upon His Word above all others (Psalm 111.). II. APPLY. God has magnified His Word above all other displays of Himself, of His eternal power and Godhead, and of the glory of His dominion — 1. As a revelation of His nature. 2. As an instructor in His works. 3. As an interpreter of His providence. 4. As a declaration of His will. 5. As a manifestation of His grace. 6. As an exhibition of His perfections. 7. As the instrument of His power. By this He subdues and renovates the obstinate and rebellious hearts of men. (W. Collyer.) Parallel Verses KJV: I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy lovingkindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name. |
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