Psalm 30
I will extol You, O Lord, for You have drawn me up and have not let my foes rejoice over me. O Lord my God, I cried to You for help, and You have healed me. O Lord, You have brought up my soul from Sheol; You restored me to life from among those who go down to the pit. Sing praises to the Lord, O you His saints, and give thanks to His Holy Name. For His anger is but for a moment, and His favor is for a lifetime. Weeping may tarry for the night, but joy comes in the morning. As for me, I said in my prosperity, “I shall never be moved.”
By Your favor, O Lord, You made my mountain stand strong; You hid Your face; I was dismayed. To You, O Lord, I cry, and the Lord I plead for mercy: “What profit is there in my death, if I go down to the pit? Will the dust praise You? Will it tell of Your faithfulness? Hear, O Lord, and be merciful to me! O Lord, be my helper!” You have turned for me my mourning into dancing; You have loosed my sackcloth and clothed me with gladness, that my glory may sing Your praise and not be silent. O Lord my God, I will give thanks to You forever! (Bible Version: ESV)
Devotional
Psalm 30 is a song of thanksgiving to God for deliverance. It highlights God’s mercy and how we can move from mourning to joyful praise. It is a song of gratitude for being rescued by God Himself.
As we reflect on this past year and all that we have endured, may we all pause a moment and be thankful as the Psalmist was. So many times God has led us through difficult paths in life. He protects, guides, and brings us up from the pits of life over and over again. If you are still here and able to read this, God allowed you here for a purpose. Take a moment to thank Him for allowing you to continue to serve Him. May the Christmas season approaching be one of thanksgiving as well as we gratefully remember the most wonderful Gift we could ever receive; Jesus Christ.