Psalms 91:14-16 - Joseph Benson’s Commentary on the Old and New Testaments

Because he hath set his love upon me In the former part of the Psalm the prophet had spoken in his own person; but here God himself is introduced as the speaker, confirming the preceding promises, and giving an account of the reasons of his singular care of all that truly believe and trust in him. Therefore will I deliver him I will abundantly recompense his love with my favour and blessing. I will set him on high In a high and safe place, where no evil can reach him; because he hath known my name With a true and saving knowledge, so as to love me and put his trust in me; God's name being here, as often elsewhere, put for God himself. He shall call upon me As he knows and loves me, so he will offer up sincere and fervent prayers to me upon all occasions. And I will answer him I will grant his petitions as far as will be for his good and my glory. I will be with him in trouble To keep him from sinking under his burden. With long life Either in this world, when it is expedient for my service, and for his benefit; or, at least, in the next world, where he shall live to eternity, in the blissful sight and enjoyment of me in glory. And show him my salvation Either here or hereafter.