April 3
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PSALM 138
7 Though I walk in the midst of trouble,
you preserve my life;
you stretch out your hand
against the wrath of my enemies,
and your right hand delivers me.
8 The LORD will fulfill his purpose for me;
your steadfast love, O LORD, endures forever.
Do not forsake the work of your hands.
– Psalm 138:7-8
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PSALM 138 THE PRESERVER OF MY LIFE
A poem inspired by this psalm by ILMA
The Lord made all my inmost being and knit me together
In my mother’s womb, God created a sanctuary for me
When I was born, that comfortable place was altered
The world is now my home where I am amidst many trials.
God has a purpose for each of those whom he has elected
No one can destroy the plan of God; he will follow what he decided
It may seem like the world’s troubles can overwhelm us intensely
God will always be there to preserve the lives of the saints so faithfully.
Because the Lord made us in his likeness, we can overcome
With his generosity and loving kindness, we will be triumphant
The preserver of my life never sleeps nor forsakes me
He ensures that I am not defeated or hurt by the enemy.
Though I walk in the valleys and deserts, I will not be afraid
For the Lord preserves me and gives me strength and courage
He defends me and delivers me from the enemy’s tactics
He makes sure that I am able to fulfill my purpose in life.
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REFLECTION
• What is the promise that we can stand on in this psalm?