KJV ORIGINAL
For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
His anger lasts only a moment, but his favor brings life. You may cry through the night, but joy comes in the morning.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse reminds us that God's anger is brief and temporary, but his love and favor last much longer - our darkest times will give way to joy.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 30 is attributed to David and was likely written as a song of thanksgiving for God's deliverance, possibly from illness or another life-threatening situation. The psalm was later used in Jewish tradition for the dedication of the Temple, celebrating God's faithfulness in times of trouble.
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