Psalms 116:5

5 The LORD is holy and kind. Our God is full of tender love.

Psalms 116:5 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 116:5

Gracious is the Lord
So the psalmist found him, calling upon him; so he is in Christ, the author and giver of all grace, to help in time of need.

And righteous;
faithful to his promises, just in every dispensation of his providence, even in afflictive ones; righteous in punishing the enemies of his people, and in saving, justifying, and pardoning them for Christ's sake.

Yea, our God is merciful;
compassionate, tenderhearted, a heart full of pity, as a father to his child; and sympathizes with his people under all their afflictions, and saves them out of them; see ( Psalms 86:5 Psalms 86:15 ) .

Psalms 116:5 In-Context

3 The ropes of death were wrapped around me. The horrors of the grave came over me. I was overcome by trouble and sorrow.

4 Then I called out to the Lord. I cried out, "Lord, save me!"

5 The LORD is holy and kind. Our God is full of tender love.

6 The LORD takes care of those who are as helpless as children. When I was in great need, he saved me.

7 I said to myself, "Be calm. The LORD has been good to me."