Tuesday, October 30, 2018

My Personal 23rd Psalms


King David...  My brother from another mother.  I can relate to David's position of being the youngest of 8 sons, as I am the youngest of 8 daughters.  I can relate to David sitting out in the fields writing, because in a large family, it's very easy to get lost in the crowd, so one tends to create one's own reality.  I too love to be in nature, sitting quietly, writing, praying, reflecting, and yes, daydreaming.  I find such peace in connecting with God through nature and quiet time.  I don't need the TV.  I don't need the phone.  Just my iPad, and the beautiful surroundings of God's creation.  

Lastly, I guess I should come clean and confess that David and I also have a very daring and crazy side that surfaces at times. Yep, that's pretty much where being the youngest will get you.

At this stage in my life, the 23rd Psalms represents more than just a prayer.  It represents my precious hand-holding journey with Christ through this life He has called me to live.  I'd love to share with you what my personal 23rd Psalms would look like today, should I write it.

Psalms 23 
1. The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
I don't have to worry about where God is taking me, because He has equipped me for the journey.

2. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
I rest in His beauty and remain calm as He guides me.

3. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
Everything I lost along the way, He restores so that it's clear all glory belongs to Him.

4. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Although it looks extremely dark at times, I'm aware it's like a train tunnel with a beaming light of purpose waiting on the other end.  I shall not be derailed, because He is my plus 1 and I am safe in His guidance. 

5. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
He has prepared everything I need before I even know I need it.  Even the onlookers are in awe of His love for me.  He keeps my mind sound and always gives me more than enough so that I can generously share His gift of love.

6. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
I have no doubt that His favor will open doors for me.  I enter and stay connected to His plan.

Love Always,
Shy

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