Saturday, August 10, 2024

Fear of the Lord

Fear of the Lord, not dread, but awe profound, 
A reverence that in our hearts is found. 
Wisdom blooms, a life well-lived we trace, 
Not mere obedience, but joy and grace.

God’s Word, a captivating, endless stream, 
His works, a symphony, a sacred dream. 
Practical interest, joy in His call, 
Our hearts wide open, generous to all.

The poor receive our gifts, our love, our care, 
Reflecting God’s own heart, His love to share. 
In this, our righteousness shall firmly stand, 
Unmoved by fear or trouble’s shifting sand.

Our security lies in unwavering trust, 
In Him alone, our refuge, strong and just. 
Let the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart find favor before you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer. - Psalm 19:15

Prayer

What lies within this fragile heart that beats and bleeds and breaks apart. What secrets does it hold inside that I have tried so hard to hide. What dreams and hopes and fears and doubts that fill my mind and make me shout. What passions and desires and joys and pains that stir my soul and course my veins. What words and thoughts and feelings and deeds that shape my life and guide my needs. What truths and lies and rights and wrongs that form my voice and sing my songs. What is this heart that you can see that only you can set me free. What is this heart that I conceal that only you can make me reveal.