I am the last person to know
who did what to whom
or whose marriage tilts
toward divorce or who has a
lover they meet once a week
I bring nothing in return for
snippets of gossip
I don’t carry juicy tidbits
to add to a conversation
Adonai, look into my heart
eavesdrop on my words
I try to follow You with words
and actions not sullied by
those who flaunt your
blueprint for life
I want to sing of your love
I want to praise the grandeur
of creation
Adonai, enfold me in your arms
Let me worship in your house
Don’t lump me with those who
choose a path led by charlatans
Adonai, look my way
Don’t test my loyalty
Cover me with your grace
wrap me with your garments
I can’t promise to never veer
but each day I shall wait on You
And if I fall I will get up
and look your way
gather myself
and walk toward You
I will call your name
Adonai
Day Five Elul
Prompt : Want
