My soul clings to the dust; give me life according to your word!

Lord, I more than cling to the dust, I wallow in the filth. Why is it that I am so resistant to give up the ways and habits that bring death and turn to Your precepts that give life? I know entirely and well that pride goes before a fall, and that a fall is inevitable and will be very painful, but I cling to my pride. I cannot let go, it is a false god, but it is my god.

Release me from the bondage of pride, Lord, release me into the joy of life in the Kingdom. Release me from the filth that stands between me and You, that pollutes our relationship and give me the Abundance that is offered.

Lord, this dust, that my soul clings to tarnishes my joy. I want Joy that is burnished and gleams, reflecting Your Glory truly and completely. Give me a thorough dusting! I need house cleaning.

Today's readings in the Psalms:

Morning: Psalm 104

Mid-day: 119:9-16

Evening: Psalm 30

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