Joyful in the gloomiest circumstances',

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"He gives songs in the night!" Job 35:10

This figure of "night" is often employed to represent afflictions. Losses, crosses, sickness, poverty, old age, death—these constitute a very gloomy night. They are dark, cold, and tedious. 

But in the gloomiest night—the Lord can make us happy! His presence will make us sing. "He gives songs in the night!" He tunes the heart with joy and grace. He furnishes us with matter for praise. He enables us to sing—to the wonder and surprise of many.

So did . . . Paul and Silas at Philippi; 
the prophet Habakkuk in prospect of famine; 
and so did many martyrs in their dungeons. 

How many have sung for joy . . .
in poverty,
on the bed of sickness,
and in the Jordan of death! 

Christian, your God can make you joyful in the gloomiest circumstances, and give a song in the dreariest night! 

Cleave to Him. 

Walk closely with Him. 

His gracious presence will disperse all gloom, and give you joy, peace, and thankfulness! 

"He gives songs in the night!"