The LORD taketh pleasure in them that fear him, in those that hope in his mercy.
The Lord delights in people who reverence Him and place their hope in His mercy. His pleasure rests not on human pride or strength but on humble trust in His compassionate help. His greatness and infinite power are joined with care for fallen humanity, for He heals the brokenhearted, lifts the meek, and welcomes humble trust in His mercy.
Reverence for God and trust in His mercy are the response of people who depend on Him. That trust is shown by obedience and acknowledgment of God. Reverence and trust are marks of character that He regards with special favor. His delight in humble trust is a reason to praise Him with gratitude.
Those who fear Him are precious to Him not because of their own worth but because of Christ's sacrifice and imputed righteousness. For Christ's sake He pardons them, counts them righteous, and sees in them the likeness of His Son in whom they believe. He regards faithful workers tenderly, not as they are in themselves but as chosen, clothed with His righteousness, and made holy by His Spirit. His grace transforms those who trust Him, so that through Christ's power they can conquer. Those who trust in His mercy and make Him their surety are His fellow workers, and those who walk humbly with Christ in devoted service will succeed and reflect His character.
The Lord delights in people who reverence Him and place their hope in His mercy. His pleasure rests not on human pride or strength but on humble trust in His compassionate help. His greatness and infinite power are joined with care for fallen humanity, for He heals the brokenhearted, lifts the meek, and welcomes humble trust in His mercy.
Reverence for God and trust in His mercy are the response of people who depend on Him. That trust is shown by obedience and acknowledgment of God. Reverence and trust are marks of character that He regards with special favor. His delight in humble trust is a reason to praise Him with gratitude.
Those who fear Him are precious to Him not because of their own worth but because of Christ's sacrifice and imputed righteousness. For Christ's sake He pardons them, counts them righteous, and sees in them the likeness of His Son in whom they believe. He regards faithful workers tenderly, not as they are in themselves but as chosen, clothed with His righteousness, and made holy by His Spirit. His grace transforms those who trust Him, so that through Christ's power they can conquer. Those who trust in His mercy and make Him their surety are His fellow workers, and those who walk humbly with Christ in devoted service will succeed and reflect His character.