Psalm 86:15
“But thou, O Lord, art a God full of compassion, and gracious, longsuffering, and plenteous in mercy and truth.”
KJV
Read in Psalm 86Meaning
The psalmist answers the cruelty of opponents by appealing to God’s revealed compassionate character.
Opposition, compassion, and a sign of favor
The psalm contrasts violent opponents with God’s compassionate character and asks for strength, rescue, and visible help.
Read carefully
Compassion and patience do not erase the psalm’s concern for rescue and justice.