LORD, I cry out to you in the midst of my confusion.
Give me passion.
Direct my desire.
Let me delight in you.
Lead me into the wide open field of freedom You have for me.
You have designed a path for me to walk in.
Direct my steps.
Open the door and shut the windows.
LORD use all things for good according to your purposes.
You know the plans you have for me.
Plans for a hope and a future.
Plans not to harm me but to heal me.
Make me whole.
Mold me into your image.
LORD, you have searched me and you know me.
You know when I sit and when I rise.
You perceive my thoughts from afar.
I lift my eyes up to the hills.
Where does my help come from?
My help comes from you, the maker of heaven and earth;
The one that knit me together in my mother’s womb.
You have fashioned every part of me, flaws and all.
May my weaknesses bring me closer to you.
May I depend on you more each day.
Why O LORD do I face trials?
Why do calamities come my way?
May I find purpose in the pain and wisdom in the hurt.
Why do I feel like I fail when I try to find my way?
How do I hear from you?
Speak to me.
Make your voice and direction clear.
Take away my questions and insecurities.
May you influence my expectations.
May the groans of my inmost heart resound of your Spirit.
Be my peace, my shalom.
May I find rest in you.
Teach me how to be still.
Let me lie down in green pastures.
Lead me beside quiet waters.
Bring me perfect peace for my mind is fixed on you.
LORD I trust in You!
The Psalms are a compilation of prayers, songs of lament and praise. Many are written by King David, a man after God’s own heart, who longs to know more about God and be known by Him. I’ve always admired and been inspired by the Psalms. It’s pretty much my favorite book. I enjoy the way these prayers and songs express the writer’s brokenness and hope in the LORD. I never thought I’d be worthy of or capable of writing a psalm. But, after meditating on scripture, feeling the movements of the Holy Spirit, and listening to His still small voice within me, I begin to overflow with words. Sometimes it’s just a single word or series of seemingly random words, while other times it’s complete sentences. As I sit with these sacred thoughts, the Lord reminds me of His truths from the Bible. I bring my questions to Him and the deep longings of my heart, and He reassures my soul. At times, I close my eyes and envision images that inspire me to express my ideas in pictures.
I’ve shared this recent drawing as an example of an interpretation of God’s freedom. He leads us into wide open space and guides us in paths of righteousness for His namesake. Even when we follow our own way, He can use our steps for His good and glory. He holds the key and is in control but also grants us the option to choose our journey. He pulls us towards Him with His love, grace, mercy, and compassion.
About the Author
Mollie is recently married to her wonderful husband Dustin. She is a Wound Care RN at McKenzie Willamette Hospital. She enjoys being creative, getting outdoors and spending time with friends and family.