How abundant are the good things that you have stored up for those who fear you

Psalm 31:1-24

In you, Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness.

You have not given me into the hands of the enemy but have set my feet in a spacious place.

For I hear many whispering, “Terror on every side!” They conspire against me and plot to take my life. But I trust in you, Lord; I say, “You are my God.”

How abundant are the good things that you have stored up for those who fear you, that you bestow in the sight of all, on those who take refuge in you.

Love the Lord, all his faithful people! The Lord preserves those who are true to him, but the proud he pays back in full. Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.

V1-8: The psalmist trusts to God fir refuge: trust deepens as he recalls God's past dealings with him:v9-13 his mind returns to the painful present. 14-24: from his own trouble he turns to God again, with such renewed trust in God's goodness and love that he is able to give encouragement to others.

Why?

God delivers me in His righteousness for God loves his people.

No matter what worse of the situation, you are my God. I trust in you.

Love the Lord, all his faithful people! The Lord preserves those who are true to him.

It is not easy but be strong and trust in the Lord, for God, is my shepherd and I am lamp in His pasture.

How?

Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.