Psalm 73:28 But it is good for me to draw near to God: I have put my trust in the Lord GOD, that I may declare all your works. I. WHAT IT IS TO DRAW NEAR TO GOD. It is to have clear and realizing views of His character, and especially as that character is made known in and by Christ — to exercise towards Him suitable acts of faith, dependence, love, gratitude and worship. II. WHY IT IS GOOD THUS TO DRAW NIGH TO GOD. 1. Because it is then the soul realizes in an especial manner God's love, and finds its own love powerfully called into exercise. 2. Because it has a peculiarly sanctifying influence upon the mind. 3. Because it is a means of strengthening the soul to run the race that is set before it, and to persevere without wavering in the ways of the Lord. (R. Oakman, B. A.) Parallel Verses KJV: But it is good for me to draw near to God: I have put my trust in the Lord GOD, that I may declare all thy works. |
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