Psalm 26:1-2

Psalm 26:1-2

Enough of sin! Here is the portrait of a blameless believer, someone who in all honesty before God cannot point to any wilful act of disobedience. And yet. Even with a conscience clear before God this plaintiff appears to plead with the Judge of all to examine him forensically: ‘Prove me: try out my reins and my heart.’ Usually we pray this sort of prayer and call upon God as the merciful Judge when seeking his compassion and forgiveness. Seldom do we bring ourselves before the bar of heaven when satisfied with the performance of our duties...