Psalms 86

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1 A Psalm of a Song for the sons of Core. His foundations are in the holy mountains. 2 The Lord loves the gates of Sion, more than all the tabernacles of Jacob. 3 Glorious things have been spoken of thee, O city of God. Pause. 4 I will make mention of Raab and Babylon to them that know me: behold also the Philistines, and Tyre, and the people of the Ethiopians: these were born there. 5 A man shall say, Sion is my mother; and such a man was born in her; and the Highest himself has founded her. 6 The Lord shall recount it in the writing of the people, and of these princes that were born in her. Pause. 7 The dwelling of all within thee is as the dwelling of those that rejoice.

What Is This Chapter About?

Theme: Prayer for Mercy and Preservation

Psalms 86 is a prayer of David, where he pours out his heart to God, seeking mercy, preservation, and deliverance from his enemies. The central message of this chapter is one of trust and dependence on God's character and covenant promises. David's prayer is a model for believers to follow, demonstrating how to approach God with humility, faith, and expectation.

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Psalms 86:11 "Teach me Your way, O Lord; I will walk in Your truth; unite my heart to fear Your name."

This verse is central to the chapter because it highlights David's desire to be taught by God and to walk in His truth. David's prayer is not just for deliverance from his enemies, but also for a deeper understanding of God's ways and a greater commitment to fearing His name. This verse demonstrates David's humility and recognition of his need for God's guidance and instruction.

Key Words in Psalms 86

"lovingkindness"

This phrase, used in Psalms 86:5 and 86:13, refers to God's covenant loyalty and faithfulness, which is a central theme of the chapter.

"redemption"

This word, used in Psalms 86:13, highlights God's power to deliver His people from their enemies and to bring them into a relationship with Himself.

"fear Your name"

This phrase, used in Psalms 86:11, emphasizes the importance of reverence and awe in the believer's relationship with God, and is a key aspect of David's prayer.

"teach me Your way"

This phrase, used in Psalms 86:11, demonstrates David's humility and recognition of his need for God's guidance and instruction, and is a key aspect of his prayer.

Christ in This Chapter

Psalms 86 points forward to Christ, who is the ultimate expression of God's mercy, lovingkindness, and redemption. In (Psalms 86:5), David writes, 'For You, Lord, are good, and ready to forgive, and abundant in lovingkindness to all who call upon You.' This verse finds its fulfillment in Christ, who is the embodiment of God's lovingkindness and redemption. Through Christ, believers have access to God's throne of grace, where they can receive mercy and find help in their time of need (Hebrews 4:16). (Psalms 86:11) also looks forward to Christ, who is the Way, the Truth, and the Life, and who teaches believers to walk in His truth and fear His name. (John 14:6 · Hebrews 10:19-22)

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