What does Psalm 30:5 mean?

Psalm 30:5 highlights themes such as grace, joy, suffering when read in context.

How should I apply Psalm 30:5 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.

3O LORD, thou hast brought up my soul from the grave: thou hast kept me alive, that I should not go down to the pit.

4Sing unto the LORD, O ye saints of his, and give thanks at the remembrance of his holiness.

5For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.

6And in my prosperity I said, I shall never be moved.

7LORD, by thy favour thou hast made my mountain to stand strong: thou didst hide thy face, and I was troubled.

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Isaiah 61:3
This verse speaks of comfort and joy, which Jesus fulfills in the New Testament.
2 Corinthians 4:17
Both verses discuss the temporary nature of suffering compared to the eternal joy to come.
Romans 8:18
This verse parallels the idea of present suffering leading to future glory.