POETRY: As I Come Into Your Presence by Anna Beth Fore

From: A Voice for My Soul

You have made know to me the path of life;
you will fill me with joy in  your presence,
with eternal pleasures at your right hand.
(Psalm 16:11)

As I come into your presence, Lord,
please reveal your will to me.
Please open up my heart and mind
so that we share a deep intimacy.

As I come into your presence, Lord,
uncover your secret mysteries.
Show me your truths in new ways
that bring joy, as when a blind man sees.

As I come into your presence, Lord,
fill my heart with thankfulness.
Remind me of all your promises
and the ways that my life you bless.

As I come into your presence, Lord,
please help me hear your voice.
Fill my lips with words of praise
as in your presence I rejoice.

As I come into your presence, Lord,
with reverence and humility,
renew within me a steadfast spirit;
make me holy and sanctify me.