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Do good, Yahweh, to those who are good, To those who are upright in their hearts.
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Made Good by Grace
Commentators emphasize that the 'good' people in this verse are not good by their own efforts. They are those whom God has made good through His Spirit and grace. The prayer highlights that true goodness isn't just about outward actions but stems from an 'upright heart'—a sincere and genuine faith that God Himself has cultivated within them.
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18th Century
Theologian
Do good, O Lord, unto those that be good ... — To the good; to the pious. Let them be under the divine protection. Possibly this is…
19th Century
Preacher
Do good, O LORD, to those that are good, and to them that are upright in their hearts.
God is always good to his own people. This pr…
16th Century
Do good, O Jehovah, to the good. The Prophet has already promised to all the faithful the timely help of God; but still he resorts to pray…
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17th Century
Pastor
Do good, O Lord, unto [those that be] good That are made so by the Spirit and grace of God; for none are naturally g…
Minister
God's promises should enliven our prayers. The way of holiness is straight; there are no windings or deviations in it. But the ways of sinners are …