Today's Verse: Psalm 30:5

Monday, July 29, 2013

For his anger lasts only a moment, but his favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may remain for a night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.
— Psalm 30:5
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Thoughts on Today's Verse...

God has been, is, and will be the God of all comfort for both his Old Covenant and New Covenant people (Isaiah 40:1-3; 2 Corinthians 1:3-5). Even when he deals harshly with our sin and rebellion, it is for our good. God's discipline will last only a short while, and then it gives way to rejoicing and the thrill of salvation, redemption, restoration, and renewal. If you are in a time of discipline or facing the cruel consequences of your sin, please don't give up. Morning will come, and on that dawn will come God's gracious healing, joy, and complete salvation, restoration, renewal, and joy. The morning of rejoicing is more than worth the wait through the long, dark nights of weeping!

My Prayer...

Father, please bless your children who are facing hardships and difficulties. Please help them endure through "the night" so that when your dawn comes, they can experience the great rejoicing that lies ahead with you. In particular, Lord, please specifically bless the following people with the strength to endure their hard nights of weeping and bring them into your morning of joy. (Let's mention several people by name who need this blessing!) In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

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Today's Verse is a free daily devotional that includes a Bible verse, thought and prayer.

The Thoughts and Prayer on Today's Verse are written by Phil Ware.

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