Serenity

The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need. He lets me rest in green meadows;he leads me beside peaceful streams. He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me. You prepare a feast for me in the presence of my enemies. You honor me by anointing my head with oil. My cup overflows with blessings. Surely your goodness and unfailing love will pursue me all the days of my life, and I will live in the house of the Lord forever.

Psalm 23

A Table

You prepare a table for me. 

A banquet of beauty, 

A delicious opening, 

A chance to revive my spirit, 

A fresh spring for my dry bones. 

A welcome break for my broken soul. 

The serenity of your silence.

Moments of pure peace 

Wash over me! 

Cascading over jagged rocks 

Towards lush green grass 

Where the waters are still, 

The space to rest my weary head. 

Softening my harsh reality. 

Restoring me back to sanity, 

Rejuvenating my jaded heart. 

So it overflows with gratitude and joy.

 I sit at your table; you prepared it for me.