New Hope Reformed Church

Psalm 116 presents the life of a simple man (one who willingly and rebelliously lives apart from God in ignorance: "I know I don't know and I don't want to know"). This simple man was led into despair and need and called on God in his desperation. The Psalm illustrates how God's graciousness and righteousness co-mingle and create mercy. That mercy, shown to the simple saves and brings godly effects: 1. The no longer simple man loves the Lord with his whole heart. 2. He will seek God and depend on Him always. 3. He will fulfill His vows-he will do the good works that God has predestined and prepared for him to walk in 4. Even death will be transformed by God's mercy 5. The no longer simple man will have freedom from fear both in this life and for eternity. Psalm 116:5-7 Gracious is the LORD, and righteous; ​​Yes, our God is merciful. The LORD preserves the simple; ​​I was brought low, and He saved me. Return to your rest, O my soul, ​​For the LORD has dealt bountifully with you.