Psalm
46:1-2
God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.
Therefore we will not fear though the earth should change, though the
mountains shake in the heart of the sea.
This
is a favorite passage which I remember by heart. My elementary
school teachers often assigned memorization: Of poetry, e.g., Paul
Revere's Ride and The
Village Blacksmith,
speeches such as Lincoln's Gettysburg
Address and The
Second Inaugural, and
an occasional essay.
In
Sunday School, we memorized a Bible verse every week, and the
minister who taught the confirmation class required each confirmand
to choose and memorize scripture (more than two verses) which would
be recited at the time of confirmation (trembling voice
notwithstanding).
Though
I don't remember every word of these passages, I remember enough to
draw upon the wisdom and inspiration contained therein.
Many
Psalms are lamentations and/or prayers which are often appropriate.
The Psalmist may begin by complaining to God about real or perceived
grievances, but go on to give praise and thanks for answered prayers
and God's gracious blessings.
I
find comfort and consolation in scripture, and when no Bible is
handy, memorized verses supplant. Thanks be to God.
Loving
God, thank you for your Holy Word, which sustains me daily. In
Jesus' name. Amen.
Ginnie
Spurr
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