Psalm 119:32 I will run the way of your commandments, when you shall enlarge my heart. I. THE DELIGHTFUL SPIRITUAL STATE CONTEMPLATED BY THE PSALMIST. 1. Emancipation from the thraldom of sin. 2. Deliverance from temptations and afflictions. 3. The expansion of the understanding, and the attainment of just and comprehensive views on all matters relating to our salvation and duty. 4. The love of God shed abroad in the heart. II. THIS BLESSED STATE OF HEART WILL CAUSE A CORRESPONDING COURSE OF ACTION. 1. Deliverance from guilt and condemnation brings with it power to serve God. 2. Some of the most valuable lessons imparted by the great Teacher are learned in the school of affliction; and often, after having ourselves suffered temptation, we are the better able to strengthen our brethren. 3. Expansion of understanding in the things of God brings with it increased obligation to "run the way of His commandments." 4. The manifestation of pardoning love to the believer in Jesus enables him to love God in return. Without this, our obedience may be that of a servant, but cannot he that of a child. Love is the fulfilling of the law. (L. H. Wiseman.) Parallel Verses KJV: I will run the way of thy commandments, when thou shalt enlarge my heart.WEB: I run in the path of your commandments, for you have set my heart free. HEY |
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