What is the meaning of Psalm 70:4? May all who seek You Seeking God is a deliberate pursuit, not a casual interest. Scripture consistently promises that those who earnestly seek the Lord will find Him (Jeremiah 29:13; Matthew 7:7–8). David’s petition here assumes two truths: • God desires to be found (Isaiah 55:6). • Every person is invited to become a seeker (Acts 17:27). The verse therefore sets a wide welcome: anyone—regardless of background—who turns their heart toward God is included in this prayer. Rejoice and be glad in You The outcome of genuine seeking is joy rooted in God Himself, not in circumstances. Similar language appears in Psalm 16:11, “In Your presence is fullness of joy,” and Philippians 4:4, “Rejoice in the Lord always.” David links the act of seeking to an experiential delight that is: • Centered in God’s character (Psalm 34:8). • Sustained even in trouble (Habakkuk 3:17–18). Thus, rejoicing is not a polite smile but a deep, Spirit-given gladness that springs from relationship. May those who love Your salvation Here David narrows the focus from seekers in general to those who have already tasted God’s rescuing work. To “love” salvation means more than receiving it; it means cherishing and celebrating it (Psalm 13:5). Evidence of that love includes: • Gratitude for past deliverance (Exodus 15:1–2). • Confidence in ongoing deliverance (2 Timothy 4:18). • Zeal to see others experience the same salvation (Romans 1:16). Always say, “Let God be magnified!” Those who treasure God’s salvation naturally magnify Him—making His greatness visible and unmistakable. David calls for perpetual praise, echoing Psalm 34:3, “Magnify the LORD with me.” To “always say” implies: • Praise that is verbal and public (Hebrews 13:15). • Praise that is consistent, not occasional (1 Thessalonians 5:18). • Praise that directs attention away from self and toward God’s glory (John 3:30). summary Psalm 70:4 moves from invitation to overflow: everyone who seeks the Lord is welcomed; seekers discover joy in God; those who already cherish His salvation deepen in love; and that love erupts in continual, God-exalting praise. The verse invites us to stay on that trajectory—seeking, rejoicing, loving, and magnifying—so that our lives become living echoes of “Let God be magnified!” |
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