Psalms 40:1

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Key Reflection

In Psalms 40:1, the psalmist reflects on a profound experience of divine patience and intervention. The verse begins with the statement, "I waited patiently for the LORD," highlighting the steadfast trust and reliance one should have in God's timing and providence. This trust is rewarded when "He turned to me, and heard my cry." Here, the psalmist expresses how God responds to their prayers, emphasizing the importance of perseverance in faith and the ultimate fulfillment of that faith through divine action.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

I waited patiently for the Lord -Margin, as in Hebrew, “In waiting I waited.” That is, “I continued to wait.” It was not a single, momentary act of expectation or hope; it was continuous; or, was persevered in. The idea is, that his prayer was not answered at once, but that it was answered after he had made repeated prayers, or when it seemed as if his prayers would not be answered. It is earnest, persevering prayer that is referred to; it is continued supplication and hope when there seemed to be no answer to prayer, and no prospect that it would be answered.

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