Psalm 23, rewritten

Psalm 23

The Lord is my Savior

He calls me out of the downward spirals of life

He creates a place of calm and rest in the midst of the swirling storm

And invites me to join Him there.

He meets me in the strangest places … and faces

I do not wish for hardship, but I would not trade the pain I’ve had

Because You meet me there in surprising ways;

I get to know You better, and my heart’s capacity grows.

Your delight and enjoyment of me invite me,

and draw me out of my shame.

For I am dirty before You.

Still, You smile at me,

and give me the gift of Your Presence.

You grow a solid center within me as I am honest with You.

You honor me with gifts in my ordinary life.

You erase the shame of my dirt with Your smile

(regardless of whether I was given the dirt or created it myself)

because Your anger was spent in Jesus’ blood.

You play loose with Your own reputation by choosing me

… and yet …

You tell me You are sure of Your choice.

And I believe You.

Your pursuit of me fills me with honor.

Your pleasure in me grows my beauty.

And I want to know You more deeply and fully.

There is so much life and love to share.

- Jeanette Scott, lover of Christ, therapist & dear friend