Feb
08
2009
You are My Shepherd
Lord Jesus,
I praise you for being my Shepherd
- the One who seeks me and finds me.
Thank you for bringing me back to the fold,
for causing me to repent,
for restoring my wayward soul.
When I am engulfed in the fast-flowing rivers of stress and temptation,
you are the Shepherd who leads me beside the quiet waters of rest.
Be my comfort during times of grief;
my hope during times of trouble;
my refuge in the dangerous storm.
As you shepherd me,
help me to shepherd others.
May your guiding hand lead me to others who need guildance.
Help me to bear the burdens of others;
Give me the ability to lead with patience and joy.
Your ways are everlasting and your purposes never fail.
Stir up in me a sense of anticipation,
that I may look forward to living in your house forever.
I long for your presence.
Amen.
- Trevin Wax