‏ Psalms 119:156

God’s Great Mercy and Reviving Grace

This verse shows how David praises God for His kindness and asks for help. Even though he has just talked about the punishment for the wicked (Psalm 119:155 a), David reminds us that God’s mercy is still great and available. God is always ready to forgive and give life to those who seek Him.

v. 156: David says, “Great are your tender mercies, O Lord!” . He admires how kind and compassionate God is. God’s mercies are abundant and never run out. Even though the wicked are far from salvation, there is enough mercy in God to save them—if they would not reject it. David then asks God to give him new life: “quicken me according to your judgments”. This means David trusts that God will help and strengthen those who love His name, just as He always does. God’s mercy and reviving grace are available to all who turn to Him in faith and obedience (Psalm 119:132; Psalm 119:156 b).

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