3 In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice; in the morning I lay my requests before you and wait expectantly.
David is expressing the daily habit of beginning his mornings with intentional prayer. As a king in the midst of personal and national challenges, he models a posture of devotion and dependence on God. This verse reflects a rhythm of early prayer, where David lays out his requests before God like an offering and then watches with faith for how the Lord will move
If you’ve ever felt like your prayers are unheard or routine, this verse encourages a shift in both practice and perspective. Set aside intentional time each morning to pray—not rushed, but thoughtfully—and then go into your day with expectancy, believing that God is already at work. Even when answers aren’t immediate, trust that He hears you.
