Unite My Heart to Fear Your Name (Psalm 86) | Charles Spurgeon

Deep Dive into The Treasury of David by Charles Spurgeon - Psalm 86Charles Spurgeon’s commentary on Psalm 86, titled "A Prayer of David," characterizes the text as a mix of supplication and praise that reflects the varied circumstances of David's life. Spurgeon notes that while the Psalm resembles others, it proves that the prayers of saints share a family likeness. The exposition begins with a plea for God to "bow down," arguing that the psalmist's poverty and neediness are forcible arguments for God's mercy. Spurgeon asserts that God loves bold requests from His children and that the psalmist’s claim to be "holy" signifies being set apart for God rather than self-righteousness.The commentary emphasizes the uniqueness of Jehovah, stating that among the gods, none can compare to His works or character. Spurgeon interprets the verse regarding all nations worshipping God as a prophetic assurance that truth will eventually triumph universally. He highlights the union of God's greatness and goodness, noting that while greatness alone might lead to tyranny, its combination with goodness provides a perfect monarch.A pivotal section focuses on the petition "Unite my heart," which Spurgeon explains is necessary because a divided mind is weak. He argues that only a heart focused on one object can be powerful for good. This singleness of heart leads to wholehearted praise for God's mercy in delivering the soul from the "lowest hell," which signifies extreme misery and danger. The text concludes with a plea for a "token for good" to shame enemies, which Spurgeon suggests proves that God not only helps but also comforts His servants.Reformed Theologian GPT: https://chat.openai.com/g/g-XXwzX1gnv-reformed-theologianYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReformedExplainerSpotify Music: https://open.spotify.com/artist/1t5dz4vEgvHqUknYQfwpRI?si=e-tDRFR2Qf6By1sAcMdkdwhttps://buymeacoffee.com/edi2730