Sunday faith: For such a time as this.

Hi friends~

Recent events have me falling back on poetry today. My precious friend said just yesterday, "I could get so down thinking of the peril of these times & our poor children's future. But if the going gets tough, we'll go it together."

I can't tell you what it means to have her friendship in times like these. It is so very comforting to know others who share my concerns, are there to help shoulder the burden of it, & are willing to stand & fight when it's time for such.

My friend's words & a phone call w/ my sweet Lisa brought this piece to my mind. It is original; coming to me in differing drafts over the years. But please know I am not a poet. It just seems appropriate for such a time as this.

Psalter Song

Gracious Lord, you are my God.
In the midst of tumult,
You impart stillness.
In the face of staggering, pernicious testimony of evil
You are Righteousness.

When the scythe of grief rakes your children’s flesh,
You are the emollient assuaging the slashed and torn places.

Holy, merciful God, I stand in need of deliverance.
My soul craves Your liberty.

My arid spirit longs for deep and sure relief;
Your refreshment slakes my thirst.
I trudge through self-poured mire, and
Your Grace lifts.
Your mercy cleanses.
You restore your humble creation.

You are my reward, the depth and source of my joy.

You are Provider.
Redemption.
Holy, mighty God, you are consummate Authority.
You, merciful Lord, are perfect Peace.
You, oh God,
are my all and only
Hope.

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Sunday inspiration.

My friends, Mr. & Mrs. Z, do what they call a 'Sunday Faith Blog' each week. I visited them first thing this morning. (I do mean first thing; before everybody was up at my house. It was only me & Otis, w/ our Bible & this laptop.) This week's Sunday Faith blog is really beautiful, & visitors have shared scripture in the comments. Please pay them a visit. I promise; it will be a blessing.

Because of my friends, I've been inspired to do the same thing on Sundays (thanks, Z!). Recent Big Ideas have centered on God's existence & His magnificent creation. Our discussion gave me a revived appreciation for one of my IPod favorites. Take a look/listen below to Chris Tomlin's, "Indescribable."



Now, as they say, "If that don't light your fire, then yer kindlin's wet."

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