Psalms 31:7 - Exposition

I will be glad and rejoice in thy mercy . Anticipating the "mercy" which he has craved ( Psalms 31:2-4 ), the psalmist determines to "be glad and rejoice in it." For thou hast considered my trouble . When God looks upon trouble and considers it, he is sure to compassionate the sufferer, and to grant him some relief . Thou hast known my soul in adversities (comp. Psalms 1:6 , "The Lord knoweth the way of the righteous" ). God is said to "know" those on whom he looks with approval.