Psalms 86:5

5 For You, Lord, are 1good, and 2ready to forgive, And 3abundant in lovingkindness to all who call upon You.

Psalms 86:5 Meaning and Commentary

Psalms 86:5

For thou, Lord, art good
Essentially and independently good, from whom every good and perfect gift comes; good in himself, and good to others; good to all, in a providential way; and good to his own special people in a way of grace: this is asserted by Christ, ( Matthew 19:17 )

and ready to forgive;
there is forgiveness with him, and it is to be had without difficulty; he has largely provided for it; he is forward unto it, he freely giving it; it is according to the riches of his grace; he does abundantly pardon; no sooner is it asked but it is had; this David knew by experience, ( Psalms 32:5 ) ,

and plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee;
in truth, in sincerity, in a right way, through Christ, and faith in him; to such not only the Lord shows himself merciful, but is rich and abundant in mercy; he has a multitude of tender mercies, and abounds in his grace and goodness, and in the donation of it to his people; all which encourage their faith and hope in their petitions to him.

Psalms 86:5 In-Context

3 Be gracious to me, O Lord , For to You I cry all day long.
4 Make glad the soul of Your servant, For to You, O Lord , I lift up my soul.
5 For You, Lord , are good, and ready to forgive, And abundant in lovingkindness to all who call upon You.
6 Give ear, O LORD , to my prayer; And give heed to the voice of my supplications!
7 In the day of my trouble I shall call upon You, For You will answer me.

Cross References 3

  • 1. Psalms 25:8
  • 2. Psalms 130:4
  • 3. Exodus 34:6; Nehemiah 9:17; Psalms 103:8; Psalms 145:8; Joel 2:13; Jonah 4:2
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