My Worship-Filled Psalm

My God, I thank Thee for protecting me, securing my salvation Transforming me through Thy omnipotent conversion Guarding my soul by Thy mighty protection… …So I can dwell in heaven’s mansion. My Lord, I praise Thee, satisfied with Thy grace Fortifying me upon Thy Scriptures’ brace Granting my heart great peace, devoid of any worry-trace… …So I can make it in the spiritual race. My Commander, I honour Thee along Thy assured victory Strengthening me in Thy ministry Arming my faith by Thy truth and Gospel story… …So I can win as Thy soldier against unrighteous infantry. My Saviour, I adore Thee for being my light Guiding me from worldly blight Meeting my needs, responding to my plight… …So I can pray in sweet communion’s delight. My Teacher, I learn from Thee as Thou chasten my idleness Correcting me toward effective usefulness Awakening my selfishness by Thy warning against slothfulness… …So I can bear fruit in Thy bountifulness. My Master, I esteem Thee while Thou uphold my commitment Working in me toward profitable stewardship’s engagement Rewarding my labour by Thy encouraging assessment… …So I can serve well according to Thy commandment. My Christ, I worship* Thee in my spirit’s glad revival Ushering me to Thy altar of glorious fellowship-upheaval Empowering my service by Thy compassion’s divine festival… …So I can obey with love for Thee, waiting earnestly for Thy arrival. *Psalm 29:2 Give unto the LORD the glory due unto his name; worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness. September 11, 2019 1st place, "Write a Psalm" Poetry Contest Sponsored by Regina Riddle; judged on 9/26/2019.