More Conversations with God –

“But you, Israel, are my servant
You Jacob, my first choice
Descendants of my good friend Abraham
I pulled you in from all over the world,
Called you in from every dark corner of the earth,
Telling you, “you’re my servant, serving on my side.”
I’ve picked you. I haven’t dropped you –
Don’t panic. I’m with you.
There’s no need to fear for I’m your God,
I’ll give you strength, I’ll help you.
I’ll hold you steady, keep a firm grip on you.”
Isaiah 41:8-10 (MSG)

“If you wake me each morning with the sound of your loving voice, I’ll go to sleep each night trusting in you; point out the road I must travel; I’m all ears, all eyes before you.
Save me from my enemies, God – you’re my only hope! Teach me how to live to please you, because you are my God. Lead me by your blessed Spirit into cleared and level pastureland. Keep up your reputation, God – give me life! In your justice, get me out of this trouble! In your great love, vanquish my enemies; make a clean sweep of those who harass me-
And why? Because I’m your servant.”
Psalm 143 (MSG)