Psalm 18:16

Psalm 18:16

I am beginning to see
That fear is like a bad friend.
One that makes me think
It’s keeping me safe
By its loyalty,
But in reality its the one
That keeps me
From being free.

It lies to me
And says that
Controlling is the only
Way to safety.

My ‘friend’ assures me
That if I control
Circumstances, outcomes and people
All will be well.

So I buckle down and
Do my best, but
All the while I am
Spinning a tight net
Around myself.
It locks me up
And keeps me stuck.

Good old fear,
Dresses up like
A hug and gives me
The illusion of safety,
But in reality
It is
sinking me,slow.

... But You, God,
You drew me up
Out of waters deep
You reached low and
Rescued me.
You brought me near
So I could hear
That You
delight in me.

I am safe and
I am free in the
Spacious place
of your care

Thank you Father
for finding me
And for
settling me there.