I wander, alone, aimless
Life has led me astray
And I cannot see
Through the thick forest of choices
That surround me.
The Lord is my shepherd...
A desire burns within me
It lies far out of reach
I have no boat or bridge
To cross this impossible river-chasm
That lies between me and my wants.
...I shall not want.
I am world-weary tonight
There seems to be no respite--
All around, for miles and miles,
I can see only rocks and thorns
And I am so tired.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures...
I have lost myself
In a sea of strife and confusion
I feel I shall drift on and on
Like an aimless piece of kelp
Far out of anyone's caring reach.
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
I face the dark, and tremble,
Afraid of the unseen course
That I must take through this
Dark and uninviting valley
Alone and unguided.
...I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
The darkness and the confusion seem so real
So stark and imposing
Demanding despair
But the 23rd Psalm tells me
Of an ally unfailing
Making goodness and mercy walk in my footsteps
And guiding me to an eternal home.
I am not lost
I am not wanting
I am not unguided or forgotten
With the Lord as my Shepherd.
...My cup runneth over.
