Psa 36:5 | MHM | STEP | The Amazing Goodness of God After describing the wickedness of the world, David turns his eyes upward to meditate on the goodness and mercy of God. This contrast between human sin and God’s perfect grace brings him comfort. David reflects on God’s love, faithfulness, wisdom, and providence, and he prays for the continuation of God’s blessings upon His people. v. 5 : David praises God’s infinite mercy and truth. He says, Thy mercy, O Lord , is in the heavens; and thy faithfulness reacheth unto the clouds . God’s mercy is higher than anything on earth, and His faithfulness is unchanging, even when people are unfaithful.

‏ Psalms 36:5

The Amazing Goodness of God

After describing the wickedness of the world, David turns his eyes upward to meditate on the goodness and mercy of God. This contrast between human sin and God’s perfect grace brings him comfort. David reflects on God’s love, faithfulness, wisdom, and providence, and he prays for the continuation of God’s blessings upon His people.

v. 5: David praises God’s infinite mercy and truth. He says, Thy mercy, O Lord, is in the heavens; and thy faithfulness reacheth unto the clouds . God’s mercy is higher than anything on earth, and His faithfulness is unchanging, even when people are unfaithful.