Psalm 33:21-22 - 21 For our heart shall rejoice in him, because we have trusted in his holy name. 22 Let thy mercy, O Lord, be upon us, according as we hope in thee.

Psalm 33 is a hymn of praise to God for what He is and what He does. In verse 20 the message is waiting - Our soul waits for the LORD: Having praised Him and considered God's greatness from many angles, it was appropriate to simply wait for the LORD - for His guidance, His word, His deliverance - looking to Him as our help and shield. Continuing in verse 21 - For our heart shall rejoice in Him, because we have trusted in His holy name: Earlier the psalmist called God's people to rejoice because of God's character and might. Now he calls us to praise God because of our blessed experience of trusting in His holy name. In verse 22 the hymn concludes with a prayer requesting that God refresh His people with His love.

These verses complete David's song with an expression of faith in the Lord. The congregation and choir, having recounted the many reasons to praise the Lord, confess their peace, hope, and trust in God. They ask Him to place His steadfast love upon them.

These two verses should be on our hearts daily as we meditate on the peace, hope, and trust that we have in God. Also, knowing that our human love is not enough, it is always a good idea to ask for God's love to sustain us so that we have enough love to share with others.