Psalm 124:1-8 - We have escaped
Psalm 124:1-8
1 If it had not been the LORD who was on our side— let Israel now say —2 if it had not been the LORD who was on our side,when our enemies attacked us,3 then they would have swallowed us up alive,when their anger was kindled against us;4 then the flood would have swept us away,the torrent would have gone over us;5 then over us would have gonethe raging waters.6 Blessed be the LORD,who has not given usas prey to their teeth.7 We have escaped like a birdfrom the snare of the fowlers;the snare is broken,and we have escaped.8 Our help is in the name of the LORD,who made heaven and earth.
- Light a candle to remember Christ’s presence with you.
- Sit five to fifteen minutes in silence bringing your attention to the Breath.
- Notice the freedom you receive from the Breath.
- Let your attention go to a place where with God on your side you escaped from a broken snare.
- What do you notice about being in the snare? Describe the details.
- God will bring new life in the midst of imprisonment.
- As God walks by your side today, notice the provision God has for you.
- What freedom does God's provision create in you?
- What is your message from God?
- Give thanks to God for this time in prayer and for any new insights you have received.
- Share as you feel led in the reply box below.
Revised Common Lectionary Readings for Sunday, August 27, 2017, the Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time (Year A)Exodus 1:8-2:10Psalm 124:1-8Romans 12:1-8Matthew 16:13-20If you use these prayers in other groups, please give credit to author. Permission to use in not-for-profit settings (c) 2017 The Rev. Lil Smith, M.Div., DASD
