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Monday, March 2, 2015

A Psalm of Joy


Lord you alone know me.

You see my strengths and my weaknesses...you gave them to me.
You know how deeply I want to hear your voice.  How much I want to be your servant in my life, my marriage, my mothering, my leading, my praying...but I feel overwhelmed and spread so thin.  I feel off-balance, not JOYFUL.

I SAY I TRUST YOU, BUT DO I?

God you have been so faithful, an ever-present comforter, teacher, and provider.  I have seen first-hand your perfect will and perfect timing.  I have received your grace and been released from my striving.  You have surprised me and been a God that I have under-estimated.

Thank you for living in me. 
Forgive me when I under-estimate you and question your power.

Why do I get so frustrated, tired, and overwhelmed?  Why can't I just be JOYFUL?

I can choose JOY, LOVE, GRACE, FORGIVENESS, AND PEACE.
I will be cause You are for me!
My faith is strong - I can trust you to provide and equip me.
I have never-ever been failed by you.

With you God, I have never-ending love, complete provision over my time and gifts, and incredible power!

You tell us we are one body...
I believe I have a specific unapologetic role here Lord.
A purpose and a calling from you.
God, you alone can spiritually connect me, use and inspire my relationships, provide opportunities, and facilitate my prayers.

You are my source of true, lasting JOY!

- Tasha C.