Psalms 30:4-5

Psalms 30:4-5

[4] Sing  unto the LORD,  O ye saints  of his, and give thanks  at the remembrance  of his holiness.  [5] For his anger  endureth but a moment;  in his favour  is life:  weeping  may endure  for a night,  but joy  cometh in the morning. 

What does Psalms 30:4-5 Mean?

Contextual Meaning

David called God"s people to praise Him because His punishments are short-lived, but His blessings are perennial.
"Personal worship that doesn"t enrich our corporate worship may become selfish and lead to more pride." [1]
David used the night as a figure for a time of distress. He had experienced no understanding, comfort, joy, or fellowship because of God"s chastening. Release from these conditions is like the dawning of a new day with all its prospects for blessing.
""The victorious Christian life," wrote the noted Scottish preacher George Morrison, "is a series of new beginnings."" [1]