Saturday, 22 December 2012

Psalm 18

I love you, O LORD, my strength.
Psalm 18:1 NIV

Prayer (inspired by all of Psalm 18)

God my protector and foundation,
You are so worth honor and praise.

I lay my concerns out before You,
I am saved.

It doesn't matter what has tried to corner me or what has tried to destroy my life,
You save me.

Nothing stands before you, even heaven is split in two.
You ride on angels, use darkness like a canopy, throwing lightning bolts and hailstones.
The earths foundations are exposed, the mountains and valleys in the seas are revealed.
Just by the Word of Your mouth.

I'm kept safe in Your hand.
You support me while those that oppose me foolishly carry on.

You dealt with me justly as I've committed myself to you.
You declare me blameless and reward me according to Your salvation.

The humble, You love.
The proud, You bring down.

You turn my darkness into light, and strengthen me.
I am being trained to do Your will.

Praise You God for your kindness, love and salvation that you lavish on me.
Amen.

Friday, 21 December 2012

Psalm 17

Hear, O LORD, my righteous plea; listen to my cry.  Give ear to my prayer - it does not rise from deceitful lips.  May my vindication come from you; may your eyes see what is right.  You still the hunger of those you cherish;...their sons have plenty, and they store up wealth for their children.  And  I - in righteousness I will see your face; when I awake, I will be satisfied with seeing your likeness.
Psalm 17 NIV

PRAYER (inspired by Psalm 17)

Lord, in all honesty I pray to you.
You have my back and you know the truth.
My heart and life lay bare before You, so I will be wise and follow You.
Because You teach me your ways, I won't be like those that don't know you.

Like David prayed, I'm on solid ground.
Hear me when I pray.
Show the world You are my defender, You love me like a son.
I'm kept safe as someone protects the pupil of their eye.

My enemies are only human, just listen to them talk.
Like predators looking for a meal.
I'll remind myself that You are my helper.
You refresh me, You care for my children, You will walk with me forever.
Amen.