Too often I look for joy in material things;
new clothes, new shoes, new tech, new toys,
But they cannot bring my lasting joy.
Too often I put my own wants
ahead of the needs of others.
But you, O God, call me to another way…
…a better way.
A way where I am invited to share
the gifts you have given me with the people around me.
You call me to step out of my self-inflicted isolation,
And be a part of a community…
…be a part of your community.
You invite me to dream of a world where everyone has enough;
Not just enough food, water, and shelter,
But enough comfort and companionship…
…enough connection and community…
…enough love and support…
…enough freedom to unapologetically be their authentic selves!
God, I know that with your help
and through your love this will come to pass.
May it be so!
For the original Psalm visit https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=psalm+41&version=NRSV