The Lord Will

Psalm 31:19

Oh how great is thy goodness, which thou hast laid up for them that fear thee; which thou hast wrought for them that trust in thee before the sons of men!

KJV

Read in Psalm 31

Meaning

God’s abundant goodness is praised as stored up for those who fear him and take refuge in him; “fear” here is reverent allegiance, not a command to cultivate anxiety.

Goodness, heard prayer and courage

Verses 19–24 praise stored-up goodness, shelter in God’s presence, marvelous steadfast love, heard supplication, faithful preservation and courageous hope.

Read carefully

God’s abundant goodness is praised as stored up for those who fear him and take refuge in him; “fear” here is reverent allegiance, not a command to cultivate anxiety.

Reflection

God’s abundant goodness is praised as stored up for those who fear him and take refuge in him; “fear” here is reverent allegiance, not a command to cultivate anxiety.