What does Psalm 34:2 mean?

Verse of the Day KJV for July 9 2023 Sunday - What does Psalm 34:2 mean
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My soul shall make her boast in the Lord: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad. — Psalm 34:2 KJV

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I will glory in the Lord; let the afflicted hear and rejoice. — Psalm 34:2 NIV

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Reflection on Verse for Today

Reflecting upon this verse of the day, we are reminded of the fundamental Christian belief in humility and the exaltation of God above all else. The psalmist does not boast in his own achievements or attributes but rather, takes joy in boasting in the Lord. This does not mean a boast of arrogance or pride, but one of acknowledging and celebrating the power, grace, and love of God.

The first part of the verse, “My soul will make its boast in the LORD,” underscores the Psalmist’s deep and unshakeable faith. He identifies himself entirely with God, allowing his very soul to celebrate and rejoice in the glory of the Lord. This is a call for us too, to align our spirit, our heart, our deepest self with God, letting Him guide our paths and acknowledging His work in our lives. It reminds us that our successes, joys, and achievements are not merely the result of our own efforts but are blessings from God.

The second part of the verse, “The humble will hear it and rejoice,” carries a profound message about the role of humility in our spiritual journey. The ‘humble’ are those who recognize that God is the ultimate source of all good things, those who do not place their trust in their own strength or wisdom, but instead depend on God. It is they who will truly understand and join in the Psalmist’s joy. This is a reminder that humility is not a sign of weakness, but a testament of strength and faith in the divine power of God.

Thus, our bible verse encourages us this day to make our lives a living testament to God’s grace, acknowledging His benevolence in every step we take. It teaches us to celebrate God’s presence in our lives and to approach our journey with humility. It is an invitation to live with gratitude and joy, letting our boast be in the Lord, to be heard by others, to inspire them and lead them towards God’s love.

In this noisy world where we are often tempted to exalt ourselves, may we remember to uplift and rejoice in the Lord instead. Let us pray that we always hold a humble spirit, aware of our dependence on God’s grace, and that our lives would be a reason for others to rejoice in Him too.

My Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank you for the gift of Your Word, that guides and nurtures us in our journey of faith. Today, we pause and meditate upon Psalm 34:2 – “My soul will make its boast in the LORD; The humble will hear it and rejoice.”

Lord, I ask that my soul may always find its joy in You, that all I am and all I do may serve as a testament to Your power, love, and grace. Please guide my heart and soul to not fall into the temptation of pride or self-righteousness, but to always exalt You above all things. Teach me to make my life a living praise to You, reflecting Your glory and love in my every action.

Help me to cultivate humility, Lord. May I recognize my own limitations, acknowledging that all good things in my life are blessings from You. Let me not boast in my own accomplishments, but rather rejoice and boast in You and Your goodness.

Grant me a spirit that seeks to listen and understand, rather than to be heard and understood. In humility, let me hear the testimonies of others who also boast in You, and may their stories inspire me and fuel my own faith. May my heart rejoice as I hear their words and see Your work in their lives.

Teach me, O Lord, to walk in the path of humility, that others who are humble may hear my joy in You and also find their strength in Your love. May my life be an instrument to lead others to You, to know You, and to rejoice in You.

In all things, let me lift Your name high, O God. My soul boasts in You, the author and finisher of my faith. For You alone are worthy of all praise, now and forevermore.

In Jesus’ name, I pray, Amen.

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