Psalms 86:5
For you, Lord, are good and forgiving, rich in love towards all who call on you.
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4Gladden the heart of your servant; for to you, Lord, I set my hope.
6Listen, O Lord, to my prayer; attend to my plea for mercy.
Cross References
Psalms 36:7How precious your love, O God! All may seek shelter in the shadow of your wings.
Psalms 52:1Why glory in mischief, you hero? God’s kindness is all the day.
Psalms 69:16Answer me, Lord, in your gracious kindness, turn to me in your great compassion.
Psalms 103:3He pardons all your sins, he heals all your diseases.
Psalms 119:68You are good and do good; teach me your statutes.
Matthew Henry on Psalms 86:2-8
Humble Petitions. 1 Bow down thine ear, O Lord , hear me: for I am poor and needy. 2 Preserve my soul; for I am holy: O thou my God, save thy servant that trusteth in thee. 3 Be merciful unto me, O Lord: for I cry unto thee daily. 4 Rejoice the soul of thy servant: for unto thee, O Lord, do I lift up my soul. 5 For thou, Lord, art good, and ready to forgive; and plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee. 6 Give ear, O Lord , unto my prayer; and attend to the voice of my supplications. 7 In the day of my… Read the whole commentary →