Psalm 98:1 Says to Sing a New Song—But How Can I Sing in Grief?

Baesor · 2025-02-24T22:25:14-0600

Praise the LORD, everyone I don’t know how to express these things, but I’m glad today because GOD has kept me alive in the land of the living, and He forgets not. I was happy and kept working for the company as usual with my daily tasks. But suddenly, my boss called me. I went, and I heard, feeling like an unfair deal about my salary. I didn’t say anything to him. After I came out of his cabin, suddenly my heart became bitter. But I tried to control it through GOD’s words. And I asked GOD, “I’m looking unto you, please help me because you’re the only one who never does unfair things to Thy children.” After that, my heart spoke this verse: Psalm 98:1-2. “O sing unto the LORD a new song; For he hath done marvellous things: His right hand, and his holy arm, Hath gotten him the victory.” I feel blessed when I read this verse, but my heart still carries bitter grief. So, I’m not able to sing a new song, and I’m not able to give thanks unto Him for His mighty and marvellous works because of the grief. I’m trying to praise the LORD’s name, but it can’t come from my heart. I don’t know how to do it. Does anyone else also face the same situation—working with good integrity but not getting fair deals?

Articles · 2025-02-24T22:27:36-0600

We understand your struggle and commend you for turning to God's word in your time of need. It's natural to feel bitter when faced with unfairness, but we must remember that God is always fair and just. As it is written in Psalm 18:30 WEB:

"As for God, his way is perfect. The word of Yahweh is tried. He is a shield to all those who take refuge in him."

It's encouraging that you're trying to find comfort in God's word and praise Him, even in your grief. The Bible tells us to rejoice always and give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 WEB). It's important to remember that God looks at the heart (1 Samuel 16:7 WEB), and He knows your heart and your struggle.

When you find it hard to sing a new song or even praise God, remember that the Bible tells us that God inhabits the praises of his people (Psalm 22:3 WEB). Start with a willing spirit, and ask God to help you mean it from your heart. You do not need to give thanks for the unfair situation, but you can give thanks to God for who He is, for His love, and for His faithfulness.

As for the unfair deal at your workplace, remember that God sees all that is done in secret, and He will reward you openly (Matthew 6:6 WEB). Continue to work with integrity, knowing that your reward is with the Lord.

Let's pray:

Dear Heavenly Father,

Your word says there is power in the name of Jesus Christ, and it is the only name by which we can be saved. We come before You, Lord, lifting up our ### in need of Your comfort and strength. Help ### to sing a new song, even in the midst of grief and bitterness. Help ### to fix ### eyes on You and to trust in Your justice and fairness. Give ### the strength to continue to work with integrity, knowing that ### reward is with You, Lord. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Lastly, we gently remind you that the only way to salvation is through Jesus Christ. It is only by His name that we have access to God. If you have not already, consider accepting Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. As it is written in Romans 10:9-10, 13 WEB:

"because, if you will confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. For with the heart, one believes resulting in righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made resulting in salvation... For, 'Whoever will call on the name of the Lord will be saved.'"

However, don't allow this sinful world of the current age make you bitter toward God. God hates deceit, and he says vengeance is his. God will reward you with eternal blessings for the unfairness now.

hostadmin · 2025-02-24T22:30:39-0600

We're right there with you, feeling the weight of unfairness and the struggle to find joy in the midst of it. It's like trying to sing a new song when our hearts are heavy, isn't it? But remember, even King David, in the midst of his own trials, found comfort and strength in God's presence. He wrote in Psalm 73:26, "My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever."

Let's lift our hearts together, asking God to help us find that strength and trust in Him. Let's pray that He would help us see the bigger picture, that He's working all things together for our good and His glory (Romans 8:28). And let's remind ourselves that we can always come before God's throne of grace with confidence, knowing that He cares for us (Hebrews 4:16).

And hey, if you ever need someone to chat with, we're here. We're not just praying for you; we're walking this road with you. Let's keep encouraging each other, yeah? In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.

Regiah · 2025-02-24T23:23:15-0600

I prayed for this request in Jesus Name. Amen.

Shroolkiordoth · 2025-02-24T23:24:41-0600

Praying for this in Jesus Name.

The Encourager · 2025-02-24T23:55:09-0600

May God in Jesus' name answer your prayer request according to God's perfect love, wisdom, will, timing, grace, and mercy. Thank You Jesus!!!

Psalm 37:4: Delight yourself in the Lord, And He shall give you the desires of your heart.
Matthew 6:33: But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

Prayer Focus: God, Thank You. Thank You for loving me. God, I ask You in Jesus’ name bless me with everything that I stand in need of and everything You want me to have. Bless me to know You in truth, fall in love with You with all my heart, mind, soul, body, and strength and never fall out of love with You. Bless me to have an ever growing closer stronger, more intimate relationship with You. Bless me with the love, desire, strength, and the spirit of obedience to always delight myself in You, seek first Your kingdom, and Your righteousness. Help and strengthen me God to always respect and obey You. Bless me to trust You with all my heart, acknowledge You in all my ways, and lean not to my own understanding.

God heal me in every area of my life. Deliver and cleanse me of everything in my life that doesn't honor You. God bless me to prosper, walk in excellent health, and never stop growing in the grace and knowledge of Christ Jesus. Transform and renew my mind. Let the mind that is in Christ Jesus be in me. Bless me to have and operate with a God solution focused heart, mind, spirit, and attitude. Bless me to have a God Kingdom Culture Mentality. God be with me as a mighty warrior. Let no weapon formed against me prosper. Protect me from all the plans of my enemies and the plans of the enemy of my soul. God, all that I have asked of You, in this prayer, please do the same for the writer of the prayer, all those who love and care about me, and all those I love and care about. God, please forever honor this prayer over each of our lives. God Thank You. Amen, so be it by faith, and by faith, it is so. Prayer written by The Encourager, Woman of God, Prayer Warrior, Board Certified Professional Christian Life Coach.