"Your way was though the sea, your path, through the mighty waters; yet your footprints were unseen." Psalm 77:19 Reflection: On the AT I was very cognizant of where I placed my feet much of the time. Rocks can be slick, uneven or unstable. Roots can trip. Sharp slopes can slide. High cliff edges drop off...well, suffice it to say I would watch where I placed … [Read more...] about Psalm 77 (Psalms on the Trail)
Psalms on the Trail
Psalm 76 (Psalms on the Trail)
"Make a vow to the Lord your God and keep it; let all bring gifts to the one who is awesome." Psalm 76:11 This verse makes me think of the biggest vows I have made in my life. I made a vow to my husband when we were married. I made a vow with him when each of our children were brought for dedication to God as infants. (We were in a Baptist church back then.) I made a … [Read more...] about Psalm 76 (Psalms on the Trail)
Psalm 74 (Psalms on the Trail)
"Do not forget the soul of your dove to the wild animals. Do not forget the life of your poor for ever." Psalm 74:19 Reflection: I do not know what kind of bird this is; certainly not the psalmist's dove, but, after checking with a bird book, perhaps a rock wren. I walked this trail when I was on retreat at Holden Village in the Cascades of Washington State. It is very … [Read more...] about Psalm 74 (Psalms on the Trail)
Psalm 73 (Psalms on the Trail)
Whom have I in heaven but you? And earth has nothing I desire besides you. Psalm 73:25 Reflection: My hiking buddy and I hopscotched vehicles so we wouldn't have to hitchhike to get into town to clean up. While I would be driving, I rarely listened to the news. Most often it was to the "Sons of Korah" singing psalms. This is one their songs that stuck with me on … [Read more...] about Psalm 73 (Psalms on the Trail)
Psalm 72 (Psalms on the Trail)
In the king's time may the just flourish; and let there be an abundance of peace till the moon shall be no more. Psalm 72: 7 Reflection: This is not so much a reflection of faith, but only that of an earthling. I notice that the moon offers perspective for life on earth, even for the psalmist. It endures but it also prepares us for changes: it comes and goes, waxes and … [Read more...] about Psalm 72 (Psalms on the Trail)