THE LORD IS MY MUSE

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THE LORD IS MY MUSE* 
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The Lord is my muse; I shall not despair. 

He giveth me inspiration; he leadeth me to magical waters.

He restoreth my creativity; he float-eth ideas in my mind, for poetry’s sake.

Although I write in the early morning hours and darkness of night, I will remain tireless; for thou art with me; thy energy and enthusiasm comfort me.

We traverse the night together, endlessly seeking the stars. Thou anointest me with metaphors, rhymes, and alliterations; my imagination runneth over.

Surely effortlessly flowing words shall follow me all the days of my life; and I will write in the house of His spirit forever.

*Note: This poem was written for a 2024 Poetry Soup contest in which entrants were to adapt Psalm 23 for writers. My intent, therefore, was not to plagiarize the Bible.

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Line Gauthier

Date: 8/21/2025 6:58:00 PM

Well crafted, Sara ~ enjoyed your poem

Suzanne Delaney

Date: 8/21/2025 5:35:00 PM

A can see your pen was under his guidance, Sara Lovely words that echo the Lord's Prayer.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 8/21/2025 5:43:00 PM

what a wonderful comment, Suzanne! Thank you...have a blessed evening, Sara

Rowena Velasco

Date: 8/21/2025 2:54:00 PM

This is a beautiful and reverent adaptation, Sara! You’ve stayed true to the tone and cadence of Psalm 23 while weaving in the writer’s journey with grace and creativity.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 8/21/2025 5:22:00 PM

thank you, Rowena. Your comments mean a great deal to me. Wishing you a blessed evening, Sara

Joe Dimino

Date: 8/21/2025 5:48:00 AM

Beautiful! Once you let Him in, He is always with you. Never sleeps, never goes anywhere, alert to comfort and provide. Lovely, spiritual write! Blessings my friend.

Sara Etgen-Baker
Date: 8/21/2025 5:22:00 PM

thanks for visiting, Joe, and for your timely and appropriate comments. have a blessed evening, Sara