Listen to my plea and answer me, for I am weak and vulnerable, and I need your protection. You are my God; and I am your servant, who trusts you. Have compassion on me and give me mercy, I turn to you for solace, bring joy to your servant. Be a balm forContinue reading “Assured – Psalm 86 (next day repost)”
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Assured (Psalm 86)
Listen to my plea and answer me, for I am weak and vulnerable, and I need your protection. You are my God; and I am your servant, who trusts you. Have compassion on me and give me mercy, I turn to you for solace, bring joy to your servant. Be a balm forContinue reading “Assured (Psalm 86)”
Bleak – Psalm 102* – (Next Day Repost)
My God, hear me and listen to my outcry. My heart is hurt and my soul is troubled My days are wasted, and I cannot concentrate. I am bewildered and need your help. I am unsettled and want You to answer me. I am totally distracted, and I cannot get anything done. I lie awakeContinue reading “Bleak – Psalm 102* – (Next Day Repost)”
Bleak (Psalm 102*)
My God, hear me and listen to my outcry. My heart is hurt and my soul is troubled My days are wasted, and I cannot concentrate. I am bewildered and need your help. I am unsettled and want You to answer me. I am totally distracted, and I cannot get anything done. I lie awakeContinue reading “Bleak (Psalm 102*)”
Psalm 22 (Final Part)
For She has not scorned me in my suffering; She has not disregarded me in my affliction She has listened to my cry for help. I will tell my story over and over; I will keep all my promises. The poor will have food and be satisfied; all whoContinue reading “Psalm 22 (Final Part)”
For Me (Psalm 22) Part 1
My God, my God, why have you abandoned me? why do I not feel safe? are you listening to me? O my God, I cry out by day, but you do not answer, by night, and you do not respond. Yet you are our God; and we are your people.Continue reading “For Me (Psalm 22) Part 1”
Acceptance
Oh God, I have a sneaking suspicion about the direction my life is moving, and the path I am walking; and to be honest, I’m a bit apprehensive about what is ahead. To be clear, I’m not asking for You to intervene; nor, am I suggesting that my life be easier. I just want toContinue reading “Acceptance”
Prayer
Some demand with hubris. Some expect with humility. Perchance the same words but such different instants. “…all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, those who humble themselves will be exalted.”[1] We have sinned and we are in need of help. Beyond reciting words, Prayer calls from the heart. “…humbling oneself is difficult. It demands so muchContinue reading “Prayer”
Wisdom
Wisdom is “listening” to the heart in between beats… The sounds of silence speak quietly and pursue peace. Wisdom is “prudence” of vision devoid of projection… Reflective dreams reveal the transparency of facts. Wisdom is “truth” in speech shunning deceit… Words are full of grace when blessed with fruit Wisdom is “detached” from the worldContinue reading “Wisdom”
Wisdom
Wisdom is “listening” to the heart in between beats… The sounds of silence speak quietly and pursue peace. Wisdom is “prudence” of vision devoid of projection… Reflective dreams reveal the transparency of facts. Wisdom is “truth” in speech shunning deceit… Words are full of grace when blessed with fruit Wisdom is “detached” from the worldContinue reading “Wisdom”
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