Psalm 86

“Teach me your way, Lord ... give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name” (11). The psalmist knew that his main struggle was not because God was lacking in power or love, but due to his own ‘divided heart’. God is “forgiving and good ... abounding in love” (5), yet we are still tempted by ungodly sources of help or satisfaction. God is “slow to anger” (15), yet we are hesitant to trust His mercy. “Give me a sign of your goodness” the psalmist asked, to reassure and strengthen his uncertain heart (17).

“For great is your love toward me” (13). God’s love poured out on the cross teaches our hearts that we can fully and forever trust Him.