Commentary

Psalm 138

John Wesley’s Explanatory Notes (1754–65)

Short notes for ordinary readers by the founder of Methodism: practical, brief and to the point.

Verse 1

The gods - Before kings and princes.

Verses 2–3

Temple - Where the ark was. He was not permitted to enter into it. Magnified - For thou hast glorified thy word or promise unto me more than any other of thy glorious perfections.

Verse 4

The kings - A prophecy of the calling of the Gentiles. Hear - The gospel preached among then.

Verses 5–7

The ways - His wonderful counsel and gracious providences.

Verse 8

Perfect - Will finish the great work of my deliverance. Forsake not - Or, do not give over, the work of my salvation, which is thus far advanced, not by any human help, but by thy power and providence.

John Wesley’s Explanatory Notes (1754–65). Public domain, from the CrossWire SWORD module.