Psalm 8 from my new book:
A NEW LOOK AT THE OLD PSALMS
Praying the Psalms: a modern interpretation
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Psalm 8 from my new book:
Praying the Psalms: a modern interpretation
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I present here a new perspective on the psalms. I have rewritten them from a New
Testament Christ-centered point of view. I did not try to capture the poetry of the
psalms – I leave that to more gifted writers – but I attempted to capture their message
with a more modern interpretation.
Testament Christ-centered point of view. I did not try to capture the poetry of the
psalms – I leave that to more gifted writers – but I attempted to capture their message
with a more modern interpretation.
God bless,
John
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Psalm
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verywhere I look, Lord, I see you reflected in the
wonder of the universe. The wise and proud often do not understand you, but the
humble, childlike, and pure of heart grasp your ways easily. As I gaze at the
work of your hands, I ask myself why you bother with us mortals. Yet you have
placed us in charge of this planet and its creatures. Unfortunately, our
stewardship often leaves much to be desired. You must really be disappointed
with us at times, but you knew we would fail you often when you formed us in
our mother’s womb. I thank you, Father, for being so patient with me and for
the countless times you have forgiven my sins. Lord, I stand amazed that you,
who created the universe, will stoop down and pick me up when I fall. Thank
you, Father, for loving me so much. Amen.
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