Today is Wednesday, June 27th, 2012; Karen's Korner #2348

"Many say that God will never help us.
Prove them wrong,
O Lord, by letting the light of your face
shine down upon us.
 
Yes, the gladness you have give me
is far greater than their joys at harvest time
as they gaze at their bountiful crops.
 
I will lie down in peace and sleep,
for though I am alone,
O Lord,
you will keep me safe."
~ Psalm 4:6 - 8 LB
 
Bible Commentary:
 
Two kinds of joy are contrasted here --
inward joy that comes from knowing and trusting God,
and happiness that comes as a result of pleasant circumstances.
 
Inward joy is steady as long as we trust God;
happiness is unpredictable.
 
Inward joy defeats discouragement;
happiness covers it up.
 
Inward joy is lasting;
happiness is temporary.
 
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