Thursday, November 19, 2026
Psalms 86:15
Bible verse for Thursday, November 19, 2026.
Psalms 86:15
“But you, Lord, are a merciful and gracious God, slow to anger, and abundant in loving kindness and truth.”
— Bible (KJV) · Read Psalms in context
The scene behind the verse
Jerusalem, ~1000 BC. David's palace. The king sits alone after betrayal by trusted advisors, remembering God's character revealed 500 years earlier to Moses...
Original language
chesed (חֶסֶד) — covenant loyalty that never breaks, even when we do
Historical context
This exact formula appears 8 times in Scripture, starting with God's revelation to Moses
What most readers miss
David quotes the EXACT words God spoke to Moses - this isn't David's opinion, it's God's self-description
Common misconception
People think this means God is soft on sin. But 'slow to anger' doesn't mean 'no anger' - it means He gives time for repentance before judgment.
How this verse has been applied
Write God's character traits on a notecard. When someone hurts you, read it before you react.
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