As we begin a new week, may we remember the words of David penned in this 24th Psalm. Be alert , prepared to open doors, swing gates wide for the triumphant entry of the King of Glory into our every day life.
Ready to receive all he gives, from the riches of who he is.
Warmest of wishes to you my friends, on this second Sunday of Lent.
My psalter has a few notes on this psalm, and the part that always captures me is this idea that “the last verses of the psalm are an almost playful dialogue between one group of worshipers standing inside the temple doors and another group standing inside.” It changes my perspective on these words to imagine how they may have first been spoken.
Beautiful images, Shelly. As always.
Lyla, love your comment here on this passage. I envisioned people looking up startled from what they were doing, jumping up to open doors and gates to welcome Him. And this really makes me think too. Thanks!
WOW beautiful images and such a powerful read! Thank you for sharing!
Great meditations and divine images dear Shelly. But I don’t expect ANYTHING less from one of such a pure heart and lovely soul, daughter of the King.
Who is the King of glory? The Lord strong and mighty… one of my favorites!
Humble thanks Debra, your much too kind. Always love seeing you in the comments.
I like your black and white series and the verses, of course.
Thanks so much for your comment on my post about fear and my trip to Africa.
Your continued prayers would sure be appreciated.
Elizabeth, I will pray and I hope you will keep me posted. I have an excited anticipation about that.
God bless you Shelley and thank you!
This is powerful! And I think using b&w photos really makes these verses stand out, as they should!
Oh Katie, that mean a lot coming from you. Your photography is extraordinary. Happy Birthday!
Beautiful!
Liz, what a delight to have you visit and follow this community here. I enjoyed looking at your blog and your fabulous photography. Hope you will continue to join in the conversations here.
“Second Sunday of Lent.” Makes me smile.
So now I’ve got Chris Tomlin’s song stuck in my head:
We bow our hearts
We bend our knees
Oh Spirit come make us humble
We turn our eyes
From evil things
Oh Lord we cast down our idols…
Love the black and white.
Love that. It’s how I see these verses. It took me way too long to get those pictures posted. I nearly cried and wondered if it was worth it. Thanks Sandy.
Beautiful pictures and I love the Psalms. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks Nancy, appreciate you stopping by.
A lovely mix of photos and psalm.verses that just “fit” so well. Thank you.
Thanks Joanne, appreciate your comment.
What beautiful black and white photographs, that perfectly accompany this Psalm!
Thanks Kristen. I was inspired when I read the verses to change them to B & W.
Stunning collection, starkly captured, boldly stated as only B&W can.
Thank you so much. So nice to meet you Lisa.
I love this idea, I might have to borrow it! As always your words are beautiful and this Psalm is perfect.