“Be thou exalted, Lord, in thine own strength: so will we sing and praise thy power.”
— Psalm 21:13 KJV
Reflection on Today's Verse
Now, this is one of those verses that gives you the perfect ending to a dramatic scene in a movie. Imagine it: the villain is vanquished, the hero stands victorious, and the music swells as everyone raises their hands in praise. You almost expect the credits to roll. And isn’t that what this verse is? It’s the cue-the-triumphant-soundtrack moment.
But let’s break it down—because it’s not just about some abstract idea of victory or strength. It’s about God’s strength. And let’s be real, we humans? We get exhausted over the smallest things. Your third cup of coffee in a day? Yep, that’s human strength. But God? God’s strength is, well, God-strength. It’s not just about brute force—it’s everything: the ability to carry the universe and somehow also care about your Monday morning meltdown over the traffic jam.
Psalm 21 is actually a victory song for King David. He’s all like, “Lord, thanks for the win. You made my enemies regret ever crossing me, and you did it in the most glorious way possible.” But David doesn’t take the credit. He’s like, “Be exalted, God, because this was all you.”
And that’s where we come in—because it’s not just David’s song. It’s our song. Think about it: when was the last time you faced something that seemed insurmountable, and then suddenly things just fell into place? Maybe it wasn’t fire-from-the-sky levels of divine intervention, but it was clearly God working behind the scenes, flexing His strength. And what’s our response? “We will sing and praise your might.”
We don’t sing because we feel strong. We sing because He is. We’re like the sidekicks in the action movie who can’t believe we actually survived that crazy battle—but we know exactly who to thank.
So, the next time life pulls out a surprise twist (as it so often does), take a breath and remember: God’s got this. You might not see the victory right away, but God’s track record speaks for itself. And when He pulls off the inevitable win, don’t forget to cue the soundtrack and sing a little. After all, you’re living in God’s blockbuster—and trust me, He’s the ultimate hero.
Personal Prayer
Lord, I stand in awe of Your strength today. When I look at all the ways You’ve carried me through, I can’t help but lift up my voice in gratitude. You’ve been my rock when I’ve felt weak, my shield when I’ve faced battles, and my guide when I’ve been lost.
Thank You for being so mighty, yet so close. I know that everything good in my life comes from You, and even in the struggles, You’re working behind the scenes. Help me to trust in Your strength more and lean less on my own. Let my heart be quick to sing Your praises, not just when I see the victory, but even in the waiting.
Be exalted in my life, Lord. In everything I do and face, let Your power be what carries me, and let my life be a song of praise to Your unfailing might.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.