Psalm 32. This psalm is the story of a sinner who is under the conviction of the Holy Spirit. The urge to confess is so strong, and the knowledge of his separation from God’s will so acute that he groans all day long, and his bones are wasting away (3). The silence of lack of confession speaks volumes. So he confesses his sin and experiences the relief of God’s forgiveness. The silence turns to shouts of deliverance (7). So he instructs his hearers not to be so stubborn that God has to bridle them like a horse or mule (9). Trust in the LORD,  whose steadfast love can cover your sins.

LORD, turn our stubborn silence into shouts of joy and gladness.