For
at least a year I have struggled with my urge to comment on distressing events,
knowing that my voice adds little and changes no one, and I need inner calm to
care for my wife and her dad. Thus my personal prayer this morning comes from
Psalm 39:1-3,9; 69:6.
I said, “I will guard my ways that I may not sin with my
tongue; I will keep a muzzle on my mouth as long as the wicked are in my
presence.” I was silent and still; I held my peace to no avail; my distress
grew worse, my heart became hot within me. While I mused, the fire burned; then
I spoke with my tongue: ... I am silent; I do not open my mouth, for it is you who
have done it.
…
Do not let those who hope in you be put to shame because
of me, O Lord God of
hosts; do not let those who seek you be dishonored because of me, O God of
Israel.
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