Walk in the Woods
Abstract: Psalm 35
My interpretation of Psalm 35.
Psalm 35
When I was a child,
I never understood why we mocked each other,
stole and lied,
and delighted the failure of others.
Why are they so mean?
And then, Lord, I joined them.
I used my words and hands to hurt people too,
even though I knew I shouldn’t.
Yes, Lord, I knew.
And over time, I started to justify the pain I inflicted on other,
blamed my parents and leaders for my flaws,
and tried to escaped my reward.
I was your enemy Lord,
angry and afraid.
And then, you saved me from all that,
forgave for me all that,
and waved off those who came for the debt I owed.
So, unlike David, I will not pray for you to slaughter my enemies.
Nah.
I pray you save them, like you saved me.
May they see your glory, feel your warmth,
and know You alone are good.