This is not a pep talk.
“Be strong, and let your heart take courage, all you who hope in the Lord.” — Psalm 31:24 (WEB)
David doesn’t say “be strong because everything is fine.” He says “be strong” — which implies that things are, in fact, not fine. Strength gets called on when circumstances require it. Courage is only relevant in the presence of fear. So this verse isn’t for people in a good s…
These live among our psalms for hopeful hearts — one psalm, one honest echo, every morning.
Quietly with you,
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