A pastor's 23rd psalm (in the midst of sermon-writing)
O God, you are my inspiration, I shall not be overwhelmed.
You remind me to breathe, to immerse myself in devotions;
You silence phones and distractions;
you remind me of my call.
You lead me to resources with illustations that are true to
your words.
Yea, though I groan under the weight of exegesis,
I will not be dismayed,
For even here your presence is felt.
Good music and good laughter, they lighten my spirits.
Meaningful worship planning and excellent volunteers are welcome;
they cast out anxieties of unfinished bulletins and loose ends.
You fill me with blessings and I rejoice in the wonders of ministry.
Surely words and silence will play in my head throughout my life,
and I will learn to trust in Your bountiful spirit as long as I live.
You remind me to breathe, to immerse myself in devotions;
You silence phones and distractions;
you remind me of my call.
You lead me to resources with illustations that are true to
your words.
Yea, though I groan under the weight of exegesis,
I will not be dismayed,
For even here your presence is felt.
Good music and good laughter, they lighten my spirits.
Meaningful worship planning and excellent volunteers are welcome;
they cast out anxieties of unfinished bulletins and loose ends.
You fill me with blessings and I rejoice in the wonders of ministry.
Surely words and silence will play in my head throughout my life,
and I will learn to trust in Your bountiful spirit as long as I live.
posted by peacepastor | 5:11 PM
3 Comments:
Cool! Nice to meet you! I have a good friend who is Church of the Brethren from seminary. Welcome to the ring!
O lovely!! I found your blog through the revgal ring. I'm a Disciples of Christ pastor in northern Illinois. I should pray this prayer every week -- maybe even several times!! Thanks!
This is perfect. Absolutely perfect!
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