I've said it before and I'll probably say it again as we read through Psalms: David was a passionate guy. Passionate people can sometimes feel REALLY high highs...and REALLY low lows. In David's writing, we can see that come through a bit--but in David's defense, he went through some really amazing stuff and some really terrible stuff, too.
Today's chapters feature a few of David's low moments, but even in the middle of them, I think his perspective is interesting. Check it out:
Why are you down in the dumps, dear soul?
Why are you crying the blues?
Fix my eyes on God—
soon I'll be praising again.
He puts a smile on my face.
He's my God.
Even while in the middle of being down in the dumps, David tried to encourage himself about God's goodness--he knew the value of focusing on God instead of just focusing on himself or his challenges. There are moments for tears and sadness, but focusing on who God is and the blessings He provides can help us to smile again.
Tomorrow: Psalm 46-50
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