Psalm 31:7
“I will be glad and rejoice in thy mercy: for thou hast considered my trouble; thou hast known my soul in adversities;”
KJV
Read in Psalm 31Meaning
Joy rests in the LORD’s steadfast love because God has seen affliction and known the speaker’s distress; being known by God does not mean suffering should be hidden from human helpers.
Refuge and entrusted life
Verses 1–8 seek refuge, guidance and rescue, commit the speaker’s spirit to God, reject empty idols, and celebrate being set in a broad place.
Read carefully
Joy rests in the LORD’s steadfast love because God has seen affliction and known the speaker’s distress; being known by God does not mean suffering should be hidden from human helpers.
Reflection
Joy rests in the LORD’s steadfast love because God has seen affliction and known the speaker’s distress; being known by God does not mean suffering should be hidden from human helpers.