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Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Wash me--Purity as well as pardon is desired by true penitents.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Wash me thoroughly from mine iniquity,.... Which supposes defilement by sin, and that very great, and such as none can remove but the Lord himself; who, when he takes it in hand, does it effectually and thoroughly; see Eze 36:25. David's sin had long lain upon him, the faith of it had as it were eaten into him, and spread itself over him, and therefore he needed much washing: "wash me much", all over, and thoroughly: and cleanse me from my sin: which only the blood of Christ can do, Jo1 1:7. The psalmist makes use of three words to express his sin by, in this verse Psa 51:1; which signifies "rebellion", as all sin has in it rebellion against God the lawgiver, and a contempt of his commandments; "perverseness", "crookedness", sin being a going out of the plain way of God's righteous law; and "a missing the mark"; going besides it or not coming up to it: and these he makes rise of to set forth the malignity of sin, and the deep sense he had of the exceeding sinfulness of it; and these are the three words used by the Lord in Exo 34:7; when he declares himself to be a sin forgiving God; so that David's sin came within the reach of pardoning mercy.
Psalms 51:2
Create in Me a Clean Heart, O God
1Have mercy on me, O God, according to Your loving devotion; according to Your great compassion, blot out my transgressions. 2Wash me clean of my iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. 3For I know my transgressions, and my sin is always before me.
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A Pure Heart - Part 2
By Leonard Ravenhill26K26:44RepentanceGEN 7:16PSA 51:2PSA 51:10ISA 1:18MAT 6:33ACT 5:31JN 1:7In this sermon, the preacher shares various stories and examples to emphasize the importance of being careful with our actions and choices. He highlights the concept of reaping what we sow and warns against committing adultery and other sinful acts. The preacher also shares a story about a woman who stole a swimsuit and the guilt she carried for years until she confessed and sought forgiveness. He emphasizes the need for repentance and forgiveness, both from God and from others. The sermon also touches on the need for a genuine relationship with God and the danger of having a cold or stony heart. The preacher challenges the audience to examine their hearts and consider the state of their relationship with God.
Great Awakenings in American History Part 4
By J. Edwin Orr4.2K1:01:18Revival HistoryPSA 51:2MAT 6:33MAT 18:19ACT 2:1ACT 2:461JN 1:9In this sermon transcript, the speaker describes a powerful revival that took place in Wales. The meeting was filled with fervent prayer, with many individuals standing up to pray one after another. The speaker mentions a missionary retirement home where the ex-Korea missionary, Dr. William Newton Blair, coached others in their faith. The revival spread throughout Wales, with numerous people, including a 78-year-old granny and a 12-year-old boy, participating in preaching and prayer. The speaker also shares an incident where Evan Roberts, a key figure in the revival, arrived at a church unexpectedly and led a powerful meeting that lasted until the early hours of the morning. The sermon emphasizes the conviction and transformation that occurred during this revival, with individuals facing the issues in their lives and experiencing a decrease in crime in the area.
Pray for Protection
By Keith Daniel2.7K1:17:49ProtectionEXO 12:13PSA 51:2MAT 7:7MAT 22:39JHN 1:29ACT 2:4ROM 3:23In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of having the whole world on our hearts. He mentions that God's love extends to every person and that we should strive to have the same love for all people. The speaker encourages prayer for missionaries and mentions a lady who prays for every missionary on earth. He concludes by highlighting the significance of having a heart that is close to God and filled with love for the world. The sermon is centered around the verse John 3:16, which emphasizes God's love for the world.
Bearing Fruit - Part 9
By Keith Daniel2.5K05:35PSA 51:2This sermon is a heartfelt prayer for forgiveness, cleansing, and renewal in Christ, with a deep desire for a clean heart and a steadfast spirit in walking with God. It emphasizes the commitment to never neglect God or quiet time, seeking to make those moments the most sacred and treasured of each day. The speaker encourages a dedication to meeting with God morning and night, believing that this commitment will lead to being an instrument of revival in the country.
Ephraim Is a Cake Not Turned
By Aaron Hurst2.4K1:14:04LukewarmnessPSA 51:2PSA 51:7ISA 32:9MAT 6:33LUK 8:17REV 2:2REV 3:16In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of surrendering everything to God and not holding back. He urges the audience to examine their lives and identify any "stuff" that may be hindering their full commitment to God. This includes relationships, possessions, and even music choices. The preacher encourages the audience to forsake all and take up their cross to truly be disciples of Jesus. He also highlights the potential impact of a generation fully sold out for God, using the example of Noah and Lot.
Renewing of Life
By Leonard Ravenhill2.1K1:27:51LifePSA 8:3PSA 23:4PSA 51:2PSA 51:10PSA 51:12PSA 139:23JER 17:9In this sermon, the preacher reflects on his experience as a pastor during the Great Depression in England. He recalls a time when his church experienced a revival and how even a small number of salvations would lead to doubts and criticisms from the congregation. The preacher then shares a personal anecdote about being invited into a woman's home for tea and how it reminded him of the biblical story of David and Goliath. As he takes a sip from the cup, he is reminded of Jesus' sacrifice and the weight of sin that he bore on the cross. The sermon concludes with a reflection on God's holiness and omnipresence as described in the Bible.
The Blind Beggar
By C.H. Spurgeon1.8K39:15PSA 40:3PSA 51:2PSA 103:3ISA 35:5MAT 6:33MRK 10:46LUK 18:41In this sermon, the preacher tells the story of a blind man who had his eyes opened by Jesus. The blind man was fixated on the idea of someone being able to open the eyes of the blind, and when he heard that the Messiah would do this, he believed that Jesus was the Messiah. When Jesus called him, the blind man eagerly came to him without hesitation. Jesus asked the blind man what he wanted, and the man simply asked to be able to see. Once his eyes were opened, the blind man's only desire was to continue seeing Jesus and follow him. The preacher uses this story to encourage the listeners to come to Jesus and seek him with the same eagerness and single-mindedness as the blind man.
The Power of the Cross - (Part 2)
By Erlo Stegen9751:20:37NUM 32:23PSA 51:2PRO 28:13ISA 1:18JHN 3:16ROM 6:231JN 1:9In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the seriousness of sin to God, drawing attention to the crucifixion of Jesus as evidence of God's seriousness towards sin. The preacher also urges the audience to reflect on their own lifestyles and choices, comparing it to the story of two brothers, one living a righteous life and the other indulging in sinful behaviors. The sermon includes a story about a man who commits murder and seeks help from his righteous brother, ultimately finding refuge in a stream of water where his pursuers cannot find him. The preacher uses this story to illustrate the concept of finding safety and redemption in God.
Romans 11 - Part 2
By Art Katz2091:06:29IsraelPSA 51:2MAT 6:33ROM 9:3ROM 11:11ROM 12:1ROM 16:251TI 1:15In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the cataclysmic end that awaits the world, where the kingdoms of darkness and light will engage in a final violent conflict. The church is seen as having the opportunity to demonstrate its faith and be purified during these last days. The centrality of Israel is highlighted, affecting various aspects including the concept of rapture. The preacher also emphasizes the importance of understanding and acknowledging the judgments of God, as they reveal both His severity and goodness. The sermon concludes with a call for the church to recognize the significance of Israel and the need for God's enablement to fulfill its mandate.
Cleansing Through the Blood
By Andrew Murray0CleansingRedemptionPSA 51:2ZEC 13:1MAT 5:8ACT 15:92CO 7:1TIT 2:14HEB 9:14HEB 10:221JN 1:71JN 1:9Andrew Murray emphasizes the transformative power of the blood of Jesus in his sermon 'Cleansing Through the Blood.' He explains that while the blood brings reconciliation and pardon for sin, it also provides a deeper cleansing from the pollution of sin, which affects our inner being. Murray highlights the importance of understanding the distinction between guilt and pollution, and how true cleansing involves an inward change that allows believers to experience the fullness of God's salvation. He encourages believers to seek knowledge, desire purity, separate from unclean things, and exercise faith in the blood's power to achieve this cleansing. Ultimately, he calls for a continual reliance on the blood of Christ to maintain a pure heart and conscience.
Where Are Your Sins?
By J.C. Ryle0Redemption through ChristSinJOB 13:22PSA 51:2ISA 1:18MAT 5:2JHN 13:10ROM 3:20ROM 3:251JN 1:7REV 7:14REV 12:11J.C. Ryle emphasizes the critical question of 'Where are your sins?' urging listeners to confront their sinfulness and the necessity of cleansing through Christ's blood. He asserts that all humans are inherently sinful and cannot cleanse their own sins, highlighting the importance of recognizing one's need for forgiveness. Ryle passionately explains that the blood of Jesus is the only remedy for sin, and faith in Him is essential for salvation. He calls for a genuine response to this question, encouraging individuals to seek Christ for cleansing and to understand the eternal implications of their sins.
Divine Grace and Human Responsibility
By Richard E. Bieber0PSA 51:2MAT 22:2LUK 16:10JHN 1:9JHN 21:20Richard E. Bieber preaches about the importance of reflecting the kind of God we truly believe in through the way we live our lives. He emphasizes that our actions are a reflection of our beliefs, whether in fear, irresponsibility, mercy, or holiness. Using the parable in Matthew 22:2-14, he illustrates God's graciousness in inviting all to the wedding feast but also highlights the accountability we have for our actions. Bieber stresses the need to accept responsibility for our sins, embrace the light of God, be faithful in material matters, and fulfill the work assigned to us by the Lord.
February 11. 1678.
By Jane Lead0PSA 51:2ISA 1:18EPH 1:71JN 1:7Jane Lead preaches about the necessity of being cleansed by the blood of Jesus to attain purity and beauty in the eyes of God. She emphasizes the importance of surrendering the dark and sinful nature within us to fully experience the radiant beauty of Christ. Only by immersing ourselves in the cleansing power of Jesus' blood can we stand before God's presence blameless and pure.
The Soul's Cry and the Saviour's Answer
By Samuel Alexander Danford0PSA 51:2Samuel Alexander Danford preaches about the unwavering mercy, help, and deliverance of the Lord in times of trouble and sin, emphasizing the importance of seeking God with a repentant heart. He highlights the cleansing power of God's forgiveness and the transformation of a sinner into a new creation through faith in Jesus Christ. Danford encourages believers to cast their burdens upon the Lord, wait upon Him with hope and trust, and find strength and renewal in His presence.
Letter 89
By James Bourne0PSA 51:2JER 2:2MAT 14:31ROM 6:41CO 15:31James Bourne, in a letter to Mrs. T. Bushey in 1835, reflects on the trials believers face, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging God's justice and righteousness in afflictions. He warns against straying from God's ways and being ensnared by the world's allurements, highlighting the necessity of ongoing refinement in the 'furnace' to purge worldly influences. Bourne shares his personal struggles with sin, doubt, and unbelief, underscoring the need for complete surrender to God's will and the continual process of dying to self to experience newness of life in Christ.
Jean Brown
By Alexander Whyte0PSA 51:2PRO 14:12ROM 6:23JAS 4:81JN 1:9Alexander Whyte preaches about how sin poisons all our enjoyments, using Samuel Rutherford's life as an example. Rutherford's past sins haunted him, poisoning his family life, friendships, and even his preaching, leading to a deep sense of self-condemnation and longing for complete purity. Whyte highlights how sin, even in small amounts, can have long-lasting and far-reaching consequences, affecting not only our own lives but also the lives of those around us.
Ask What You Will, O Christian
By Thomas Brooks0CleansingSinHolinessPSA 51:2PSA 119:11ROM 6:62CO 5:17GAL 5:24EPH 4:22COL 3:5HEB 12:1JAS 4:71JN 1:9Thomas Brooks emphasizes the deep desire of a gracious Christian to be freed from sin, illustrating that when given the opportunity to ask anything from the Lord, the true longing is for the cleansing of iniquities and the mortification of corruptions. He compares this yearning to a sick man wanting to be rid of his disease, highlighting that the earnest desire for holiness surpasses any inclination to indulge in sin. Brooks passionately calls for the drowning of sinful desires in the blood of Christ, underscoring the urgency and necessity of spiritual cleansing.
John 1:19-34. the Record of John Concerning Christ.
By Favell Lee Mortimer0PSA 51:2ISA 40:3MAL 4:5MAT 3:11JHN 1:29ROM 5:8HEB 9:221PE 1:191JN 1:7REV 7:14Favell Lee Mortimer delves into the time of the Lord's temptation, focusing on John the Baptist's role in preparing the way for Jesus. Despite being mistaken for the promised Savior, John humbly declares he is not the Christ, Elijah, or any risen prophet, but simply a voice crying in the wilderness. He points to Jesus as the Lamb of God, emphasizing His sacrificial role in taking away the sins of the world, highlighting the immense power of His blood to cleanse all who come to Him.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Wash me--Purity as well as pardon is desired by true penitents.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Wash me thoroughly from mine iniquity,.... Which supposes defilement by sin, and that very great, and such as none can remove but the Lord himself; who, when he takes it in hand, does it effectually and thoroughly; see Eze 36:25. David's sin had long lain upon him, the faith of it had as it were eaten into him, and spread itself over him, and therefore he needed much washing: "wash me much", all over, and thoroughly: and cleanse me from my sin: which only the blood of Christ can do, Jo1 1:7. The psalmist makes use of three words to express his sin by, in this verse Psa 51:1; which signifies "rebellion", as all sin has in it rebellion against God the lawgiver, and a contempt of his commandments; "perverseness", "crookedness", sin being a going out of the plain way of God's righteous law; and "a missing the mark"; going besides it or not coming up to it: and these he makes rise of to set forth the malignity of sin, and the deep sense he had of the exceeding sinfulness of it; and these are the three words used by the Lord in Exo 34:7; when he declares himself to be a sin forgiving God; so that David's sin came within the reach of pardoning mercy.