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Psalms 32:1
"Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered."
"“Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Blessed is the man unto whom the Lord imputeth not iniquity, And in whose spirit there is no guile.” Psalm 32:1, 2 . SC 25.1"
EGW directly quotes Psalm 32:1, making this a clear and undeniable explicit allusion.
"When the Spirit of God controls mind and heart, the converted soul breaks forth into a new song; for he realizes that in his experience the promise of God has been fulfilled, that his transgression has been forgiven, his sin covered. He has exercised repentance toward God for the violation of the divine law, and faith toward Christ, who died for man's justification. “Being justified by faith,” he has “peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 5:1 . AA 476.2"
EGW directly quotes Romans 5:1 and alludes to Psalm 32:1 by mentioning forgiveness of transgression and covering of sin, which are central themes in both passages.
Psalms 32:1-4
"Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Blessed is the man unto whom the Lord imputeth not iniquity, and in whose spirit there is no guile. When I kept silence, my bones waxed old through my roaring all the day long. For day and night thy hand was heavy upon me: my moisture is turned into the drought of summer. Selah."
"“Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Blessed is the man unto whom the Lord imputeth not iniquity, And in whose spirit there is no guile. When I kept silence, my bones waxed old Through my roaring all the day long. For day and night Thy hand was heavy upon me: My moisture was changed as with the drought of summer.” Psalm 32:1-4 , R.V. PP 724.3"
Ellen White directly references Psalms 32:1-4 in this passage.
Psalms 32:3
"When I kept silence, my bones waxed old through my roaring all the day long."
"Even before the divine sentence was pronounced against David he had begun to reap the fruit of transgression. His conscience was not at rest. The agony of spirit which he then endured is brought to view in the thirty-second psalm. He says: PP 724.2"
EGW directly references Psalm 32 and connects it to David's experience after his sin. The verse quoted reflects the agony of spirit described.
Psalms 32:3-5
"When I kept silence, my bones waxed old through my roaring all the day long. For day and night thy hand was heavy upon me: my moisture is turned into the drought of summer. Selah. I acknowledged my sin unto thee, and mine iniquity have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord; and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah."
"I saw that my husband had been too exacting toward those who were wrong and had injured him. He indulged dissatisfied feelings, which could be of no benefit to the erring and could but make his own heart very unhappy, unfitting it for the peace of God to dwell there, which would lead him in everything to give thanks. The Lord permitted his mind to be desponding in regard to his own errors and mistakes, and to nearly despair of forgiveness, not because his sins were of such magnitude, but that he might know by experience how painful and agonizing it would be to be without the forgiveness of God, and that he might understand the scripture: “If ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” I saw that if God should be as exacting as we are, and should deal with us as we deal with one another, we might all be thrown into a state of hopeless despair. 1T 614.1"
Both passages deal with the experience of guilt, confession, and forgiveness. The EGW passage describes the agonizing feeling of being without God's forgiveness, while Psalm 32 details the physical and emotional distress of unconfessed sin and the relief that comes with confession and forgiveness.
Psalms 32:5
"I acknowledged my sin unto thee, and mine iniquity have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord; and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah."
"The prayer of David after his fall, illustrates the nature of true sorrow for sin. His repentance was sincere and deep. There was no effort to palliate his guilt; no desire to escape the judgment threatened, inspired his prayer. David saw the enormity of his transgression; he saw the defilement of his soul; he loathed his sin. It was not for pardon only that he prayed, but for purity of heart. He longed for the joy of holiness—to be restored to harmony and communion with God. This was the language of his soul: SC 24.3"
The EGW passage directly reflects the sentiment and action described in Psalm 32:5, where David acknowledges and confesses his sin, leading to forgiveness. EGW uses this as an example of true sorrow for sin. It's more than a thematic parallel; it's a direct illustration of a principle.
"Had not Jacob previously repented of his sin in obtaining the birthright by fraud, God would not have heard his prayer and mercifully preserved his life. So, in the time of trouble, if the people of God had unconfessed sins to appear before them while tortured with fear and anguish, they would be overwhelmed; despair would cut off their faith, and they could not have confidence to plead with God for deliverance. But while they have a deep sense of their unworthiness, they have no concealed wrongs to reveal. Their sins have gone beforehand to judgment and have been blotted out, and they cannot bring them to remembrance. GC 620.1"
Both passages emphasize the importance of confessing sins and receiving forgiveness. The EGW quote highlights the necessity of confessed sins being blotted out before the time of trouble, while Psalm 32:5 speaks of confessing transgressions and receiving forgiveness. The parallel lies in the link between confession and divine favor.
"As he looked back upon his experience as a leader of God's people, one wrong act marred the record. If that transgression could be blotted out, he felt that he would not shrink from death. He was assured that repentance, and faith in the promised Sacrifice, were all that God required, and again Moses confessed his sin and implored pardon in the name of Jesus. PP 472.2"
Both passages highlight the importance of confessing sins and receiving forgiveness. The EGW passage describes Moses confessing his sin and imploring pardon, which aligns with the sentiment expressed in Psalm 32:5.
"their sins. 3T 319.2"
The EGW passage directly references the act of confessing sins, which is the central theme of Psalm 32:5. The brevity of the EGW quote doesn't diminish the clear connection.
"At this time I began to pray the Lord to prepare me for death. When Christian friends visited the family, they would ask my mother if she had talked to me about dying. I overheard this, and it roused me. I desired to become a Christian, and prayed earnestly for the forgiveness of my sins. I felt a peace of mind resulting, and loved everyone, feeling desirous that all should have their sins forgiven and love Jesus as I did. 1T 11.2"
The EGW passage describes confessing sins and receiving forgiveness, leading to peace. Psalm 32:5 directly speaks of confessing transgressions and receiving forgiveness. The connection is clear and meaningful.
"Had not Jacob previously repented of his sin in obtaining the birthright by fraud, God could not have heard his prayer and mercifully preserved his life. So in the time of trouble, if the people of God had unconfessed sins to appear before them while tortured with fear and anguish, they would be overwhelmed; despair would cut off their faith, and they could not have confidence to plead with God for deliverance. But while they have a deep sense of their unworthiness, they will have no concealed wrongs to reveal. Their sins will have been blotted out by the atoning blood of Christ, and they cannot bring them to remembrance. PP 202.2"
Both passages emphasize the importance of confessing sins. EGW states that unconfessed sins would overwhelm God's people, while Psalm 32:5 highlights the forgiveness that comes with confession. The principle of confession leading to forgiveness is directly present in both.
"I was shown in vision, December 25, 1865, the case of the servant of the Lord, my husband, Elder James White. I was shown that God had accepted his humiliation, and the afflicting of his soul before Him, and his confessions of his lack of consecration to God, and his repentance for the errors and mistakes in his course which have caused him such sorrow and despondency of mind during his protracted illness. 1T 613.2"
The EGW passage describes James White's confession of his errors and mistakes, which God accepted. This aligns with the theme of confession and forgiveness found in Psalm 32:5, where the psalmist acknowledges his sin and receives forgiveness.
"Amid the perils of his earlier life David in conscious integrity could trust his case with God. The Lord's hand had guided him safely past the unnumbered snares that had been laid for his feet. But now, guilty and unrepentant, he did not ask help and guidance from Heaven, but sought to extricate himself from the dangers in which sin had involved him. Bathsheba, whose fatal beauty had proved a snare to the king, was the wife of Uriah the Hittite, one of David's bravest and most faithful officers. None could foresee what would be the result should the crime become known. The law of God pronounced the adulterer guilty of death, and the proud- spirited soldier, so shamefully wronged, might avenge himself by taking the life of the king or by exciting the nation to revolt. PP 718.2"
The EGW passage highlights David's failure to confess his sin and seek God's help. Psalm 32:5 emphasizes the importance of confession and God's forgiveness, contrasting with David's initial actions.
"Yet it was not physical restoration he desired so much as relief from the burden of sin. If he could see Jesus, and receive the assurance of forgiveness and peace with Heaven, he would be content to live or die, according to God's will. The cry of the dying man was, Oh that I might come into His presence! There was no time to lose; already his wasted flesh was showing signs of decay. He besought his friends to carry him on his bed to Jesus, and this they gladly undertook to do. But so dense was the crowd that had assembled in and about the house where the Saviour was, that it was impossible for the sick man and his friends to reach Him, or even to come within hearing of His voice. DA 267.4"
Both passages touch on the theme of confessing sin and receiving forgiveness. The EGW passage describes the palsied man's desire for forgiveness, while Psalm 32:5 speaks directly about confession and forgiveness.
Psalms 32:5-7
"I acknowledged my sin unto thee, and mine iniquity have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord; and thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin. Selah. For this shall every one that is godly pray unto thee in a time when thou mayest be found: surely in the floods of great waters they shall not come nigh unto him. Thou art my hiding place; thou shalt preserve me from trouble; thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance. Selah."
"“I acknowledged my sin unto Thee, and mine iniquity have I not hid. I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord; And Thou forgavest the iniquity of my sin.... Thou art my hiding place; Thou shalt preserve me from trouble; Thou shalt compass me about with songs of deliverance.” Psalm 32:5-7 . PP 726.2"
Ellen White directly references Psalms 32:5-7 in this passage.
Psalms 32:8
"I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with mine eye."
"“Call unto Me, and I will answer thee.” “I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with Mine eye.” Jeremiah 33:3 ; Psalm 32:8 . Ed 282.3"
EGW directly quotes Psalm 32:8.
"“Laborers Together With God” The ear of the Lord is open to the cries of those who are in His service. He has promised: “I will guide thee with Mine eye.” Psalm 32:8 . Walk humbly with God, and ask Him to make your course of duty plain. When He speaks to His representatives and asks them to be laborers together with Him, they will do the same kind of work that Jesus announced as His work when He stood up to read in the synagogue at Nazareth. He opened the book of the prophet Esaias and read: “The Spirit of the Lord God is upon Me; because the Lord hath anointed Me to preach good tidings unto the meek; He hath sent Me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and the opening of the prison to them that are bound.” Isaiah 61:1 . 9T 202"
Ellen White directly references Psalms 32:8 in this passage.
"***** Dear teacher, as you consider your need of strength and guidance,—need that no human source can supply, —I bid you consider the promises of Him who is the wonderful Counselor. “Behold,” He says, “I have set before thee an open door, and no man can shut it.” Revelation 3:8 . “Call unto Me, and I will answer thee.” Jeremiah 33:3 . “I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with Mine eye.” Psalm 32:8 . “Even unto the end of the world,” “I am with you.” Matthew 28:20 . CT 17.3"
Ellen White directly references Psalms 32:8 in this passage.
"assurance is: “I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go: I will guide thee with Mine eye.” Psalm 32:8 . 7T 94.1"
Ellen White directly references Psalms 32:8 in this passage.
"Let those students who are away from their homes, no longer under the direct influence of their parents, remember that the eye of their heavenly Father is upon them. He loves the youth. He knows their necessities, He understands their temptations. He sees in them great possibilities, and is ready to help them to reach the highest standard, if they will realize their need and seek Him for help. CT 223.3"
Both passages speak of God's watchful eye and guidance. Psalms 32:8 states that God will instruct and guide with His eye. EGW echoes this by stating that the eye of their heavenly Father is upon them, and He is ready to help them reach the highest standard. Both passages emphasize God's awareness and care for individuals.