He does not treat us as our sins deserve
In Psalm 103 as David praises God for all His goodness he says the words:
“he does not treat us as our sins deserve or repay us according to our iniquities”
David knew only to well the reality of sin in his life. This is a man who after all had committed both adultery and murder. He was guilty and knew what he deserved. David also though knew the mercy and forgiveness of God in his life too. No wonder he delighted in praising God.
Likewise all of us deserve to go to hell. We have greatly sinned against God and there is no excuse as we are all guilty. We deserve the ultimate punishment. Yet in His wonderful mercy and grace God reaches down in Christ Jesus and offers His forgiveness to those who trust in Him. What wonderful news! I’m not being treated as I deserve but can experience God’s mercy and compassion.
“Praise the Lord, O my soul”
Tags: Praise, Psalms, Sin
Filed under: Devotionals
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