Introduction
Psalm 107:23–43: Today’s reading concludes the psalm by affirming the ways in which God has saved people from distress, such as rescuing those in trouble at sea. The psalm concludes with an affirmation of God’s constant love.
Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 107:32 GNT
They must proclaim his greatness in the assembly of the people and praise him before the council of the leaders.
Read
23 Some sailed over the ocean in ships,
earning their living on the seas.
24 They saw what the Lord can do,
his wonderful acts on the seas.
25 He commanded, and a mighty wind began to blow
and stirred up the waves.
26 The ships were lifted high in the air
and plunged down into the depths.
In such danger the sailors lost their courage;
27 they stumbled and staggered like drunks—
all their skill was useless.
28 Then in their trouble they called to the Lord,
and he saved them from their distress.
29 He calmed the raging storm,
and the waves became quiet.
30 They were glad because of the calm,
and he brought them safe to the port they wanted.
31 They must thank the Lord for his constant love,
for the wonderful things he did for them.
32 They must proclaim his greatness in the assembly of the people
and praise him before the council of the leaders.
33 The Lord made rivers dry up completely
and stopped springs from flowing.
34 He made rich soil become a salty wasteland
because of the wickedness of those who lived there.
35 He changed deserts into pools of water
and dry land into flowing springs.
36 He let hungry people settle there,
and they built a city to live in.
37 They sowed the fields and planted grapevines
and reaped an abundant harvest.
38 He blessed his people, and they had many children;
he kept their herds of cattle from decreasing.
39 When God’s people were defeated and humiliated
by cruel oppression and suffering,
40 he showed contempt for their oppressors
and made them wander in trackless deserts.
41 But he rescued the needy from their misery
and made their families increase like flocks.
42 The righteous see this and are glad,
but all the wicked are put to silence.
43 May those who are wise think about these things;
may they consider the Lord’s constant love.
Reflect
What verses describe God’s care for his people? Today’s reading includes a fourth reminder for God’s people to thank him for his constant love (31) and proclaim the Lord’s greatness (verse 32). In what ways will you proclaim God’s greatness today? How will you praise the Lord today?
Pray
Lord God, daily I remember your constant love and praise you for all the wonderful things you have done. I will proclaim your greatness from day to day. In your holy name, I pray. Amen.
Tomorrow’s Reading
Psalm 135: A hymn in praise of God’s goodness.
