Stina's Psalm
As I run, my feet pound prints in the sand.
I gaze at the crashing waves that come forward and then pull back.
The waves and I are similar.
I draw near to You, because I need you to breathe.
The waves came forward because they were designed to do so.
I too, was designed. To desire You. To draw near to You.
Yet, like the waves, I pull back.
My focus becomes consumed with the things of this world. My desires shift to the approval of others more than You. I wrestle with pride, the fear of rejection, anxiety, and unforgiveness.
As I run through this life, I run fast. I am busy with day to day tasks. I am busy serving You. I am busy trying to please others.
When I tune my ear to hear Your voice, I hear You gently whisper my name. You beckon me to come splash and play with You in the water. You desire to refresh me with Your presence. You encourage me to just…BE. To be present in this very moment.
You lure me to the sand bar. The only bar that offers Living Water. When I drink from Your presence, I have a saltiness on me that others can taste. I have a glow on my face from Your Son.
In these moments, I am reminded that You Alone are my Sustainer. You delight in me, You cherish me.
I praise You, Oh Createor of Heaven and Earth. I am thrilled with the beauty of the sunrises and sunsets You paint in the sky. I am thankful for my morning mercy flowers that remind me each morning, Your mercy is new.
I praise You, for You Alone are Perfect.
You are Holy when I am unholy.
You forgive me when I feel unforgiveable.
You are humble, yet Worthy.
You are the Miracle Maker.
You are the Agape-lover example.
You are what I am not on my own strength.
Create in me a pure heart, a miracle heart. Make me more like You, and less like myself, I pray. I love you!
Notes:
1. Psalm is pronounced "salm-yeah" where the P is silent at the beginning, but makes a "yeah" sound at the end
2. This Psalm is inspired by the Redemption study with my Bible study girls and a run on the beach a few weeks ago.
