Look at how confidently the prophet speaks. He doesn't say, "I hope, I trust, or I sometimes think God has pleaded my soul's cause." Instead, he declares it as an undeniable fact: "You've pleaded the causes of my soul." With the help of the Holy Spirit, let's let go of doubts and fears that disturb our peace. Let's pray to silence the harsh voice of doubt and speak with the clarity of full assurance.

See how gratefully the prophet assigns all glory to God alone! He doesn't mention himself or his own efforts. He doesn't credit his deliverance to any man or his own worth. It's all God: "Lord, you've pleaded the causes of my soul; you've redeemed my life." As Christians, we should always cultivate a grateful spirit. After every deliverance, we should raise a song to our God. Let earth be filled with the songs of thankful believers, and let every day offer sweet incense of thanksgiving.

Jeremiah's joy is evident as he recounts God's mercy. Even though he's known as the weeping prophet, and his book is called 'Lamentations,' his voice is filled with triumph. Just like Miriam's song after crossing the Red Sea and Deborah's victory shout with Barak, Jeremiah's voice rises with: "You've pleaded the causes of my soul; you've redeemed my life." Children of God, seek a personal experience of the Lord's lovingkindness. When you find it, speak with certainty, sing with gratitude, and shout with triumph.