Many people say, "Who will show us better times?"
Let the smile of your face shine on us, Lord.
You have given me greater joy
than those who have abundant harvests of grain and wine.
I will lie down in peace and sleep,
for you alone, O Lord, will keep me safe.
I love this. It is at once a prayer for blessing, a song of thanksgiving, and an expression of trust. As the year beings we are all hoping for better days, days of peace and plenty. The psalmist directs us to God, who is the foundation of all our hopes. He gives thanks for last year's blessings, and reminds us that we are blessed whether or not we've had an abundant harvest, because we have been given life and love by our God. Finally, he reaffirms our trust in God by reminding us to rest, to keep Sabbath with God, because it is God who keeps us safe, whether we wake or sleep.
Have a blessed new year, everyone!
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