What does "abundance of Your loving devotion" reveal about God's character? Opening the text “ But I, by the abundance of Your loving devotion, will enter Your house; in reverence for You I will bow down toward Your holy temple.” (Psalm 5:7) Discovering the depth of “abundance” •Overflowing measure—God’s love is not meted out sparingly but poured out beyond limit. •Constant supply—nothing can exhaust or diminish it (Lamentations 3:22-23). •Dependable reservoir—believers approach confidently because the supply is always full. What “loving devotion” tells us about God •Covenant loyalty—Hebrew ḥesed describes steadfast love anchored in His own promise (Exodus 34:6). •Initiating grace—He moves first, inviting sinners into His presence (Ephesians 2:4-5). •Personal affection—more than duty; He delights to draw near (Zephaniah 3:17). •Protective care—His love shields and rescues (Psalm 36:7). •Worship-worthy character—receiving such devotion naturally leads to bowing in awe, just as the psalmist does. Snapshots from other Scriptures •Psalm 69:13: “In the abundance of Your loving devotion, answer me with Your salvation.” God’s love is active, saving. •Psalm 86:15: “But You, O Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in loving devotion and faithfulness.” His patience flows from abundant love. •John 3:16: “For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son…” The ultimate display of abundance. Pulling it together for today The phrase shows that God’s character is lavishly generous, unwaveringly loyal, warmly personal, and powerfully redemptive. Because His loving devotion is abundant, believers can: •Enter His presence without fear. •Trust His promises without reserve. •Rest in His care without anxiety. •Worship with wholehearted gratitude. |
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