Remember that the LORD has chosen the righteous for his own, and he hears me when I call to him.

Tremble with fear and stop sinning; think deeply about this, when you lie in silence on your beds.

Offer the right sacrifices to the LORD, and put your trust in him.

There are many who pray; "Give us more blessings, O LORD. Look on us with kindness!" But the joy that you have given me is more than they will ever have with all their grain and wine.

When I lie down, I go to sleep in peace; you alone, O LORD, keep me perfectly safe.

Psalm 4:3-8

Father, help us in our low moments to look up to You. Grant us the peace and gladness that so many have experienced when they called on You in their time of need, and You made them smile, knowing that all things would be done in Your time.

The heart touched by God’s grace brings joy to the face.

Our Daily Bread – May 31, 2002