Even when my soul is downcast, I will yet praise Him.

A Bible affirmation for dark days, rooted in Psalm 42:11.

Why are you downcast, O my soul? Why the unease within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God.

Psalm 42:11 · BSB

Reflection

The psalmist doesn't pretend. He admits his soul is downcast and uneasy. Then he says I will yet praise Him: maybe not now, but yet. Hope can be a promise you make to your future self.

A prayer

God, I can't praise You much today. Hold on to me until I can again.

More verses for dark days

My darkest feeling isn't the whole truth about me. Psalm 34:18 His mercies are new this morning, even if I'm not. Lamentations 3:22-23 Waiting on God is how strength comes back, a little at a time. Isaiah 40:31 On the outside I'm worn down, but inside God is renewing me. 2 Corinthians 4:16 Weeping may last the night, but morning is coming. Psalm 30:5 I can tell God how long this has felt, and He listens. Psalm 13:1-2 When my head hangs low, God is the One who lifts it. Psalm 3:3 God is my refuge and strength, right here in this trouble. Psalm 46:1 God can light my lamp when everything feels dark. Psalm 18:28 When my soul melts with sorrow, God's word can strengthen me. Psalm 119:28 Even the darkness isn't dark to God. Psalm 139:11-12

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