Psalms 30:2
O LORD my God, I cried unto thee, and thou hast healed me.
Original Language Analysis
יְהוָ֥ה
O LORD
H3068
יְהוָ֥ה
O LORD
Strong's:
H3068
Word #:
1 of 5
(the) self-existent or eternal; jeho-vah, jewish national name of god
אֱלֹהָ֑י
my God
H430
אֱלֹהָ֑י
my God
Strong's:
H430
Word #:
2 of 5
gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used (in the plural thus, especially with the article) of the supreme god; occasionally applied by way of
Cross References
Psalms 6:2Have mercy upon me, O LORD; for I am weak: O LORD, heal me; for my bones are vexed.2 Kings 20:5Turn again, and tell Hezekiah the captain of my people, Thus saith the LORD, the God of David thy father, I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will heal thee: on the third day thou shalt go up unto the house of the LORD.Exodus 15:26And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the LORD thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I am the LORD that healeth thee.Psalms 147:3He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.Psalms 88:13But unto thee have I cried, O LORD; and in the morning shall my prayer prevent thee.Psalms 51:8Make me to hear joy and gladness; that the bones which thou hast broken may rejoice.Genesis 20:17So Abraham prayed unto God: and God healed Abimelech, and his wife, and his maidservants; and they bare children.Psalms 118:18The LORD hath chastened me sore: but he hath not given me over unto death.
Historical Context
David experienced numerous deliverances from sickness, danger, and enemies. This psalm may celebrate recovery from illness or victory over foes. Regardless, it testifies to answered prayer, encouraging others to cry to God in distress.
Questions for Reflection
- How has God 'healed' you in response to your crying out to Him?
- What testimony of God's healing should you share to encourage others?
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Analysis & Commentary
The testimony 'O LORD my God, I cried unto thee, and thou hast healed me' describes answered prayer. Crying to God produced healing—whether physical, emotional, or spiritual. Reformed theology emphasizes that all healing is divine—God is the ultimate physician (Ex. 15:26). Medical means are secondary; God's sovereignty governs health and sickness. This verse models testimony—recounting God's specific interventions to encourage faith in others.