Psalm 30

For his anger lasts only a moment,
but his favor, a lifetime.
Weeping may stay overnight,
But there is joy in the morning.

There is a connection in this verse between the Lord’s anger and the sorrow of grief. It’s hard to tell from the rest of the Psalm, but David’s grief, sorrow, weeping – even illness – appears to be the result of his repentance.

He recognizes his sin and the Lord’s righteous anger, and the consequences of his sin:

illness,

defeat,

humiliation before his enemies.

It brings David to tears.

And reminds me that the consequences of my sin should likewise lead to godly sorrow and grief.

The grace of the Lord is sure and quick forgiveness.

For in His forgiveness,

His presence,

there is joy!

Joy in the morning!

A glimpse of this week’s illustration – taken from Psalms 33 and 35. A very simple image. More to come!