The Message

Psalm 25:1-2-12 The Message (MSG)

1-2. My head is high, God, held high;I’m looking to you, God;No hangdog skulking for me.

3. I’ve thrown in my lot with you;You won’t embarrass me, will you?Or let my enemies get the best of me?Don’t embarrass any of usWho went out on a limb for you.It’s the traitors who should be humiliated.

4. Show me how you work, God;School me in your ways.

5. Take me by the hand;Lead me down the path of truth.You are my Savior, aren’t you?

6. Mark the milestones of your mercy and love, God;Rebuild the ancient landmarks!

7. Forget that I sowed wild oats;Mark me with your sign of love.Plan only the best for me, God!

8. God is fair and just;He corrects the misdirected,Sends them in the right direction.

9. He gives the rejects his hand,And leads them step-by-step.

10. From now on every road you travelWill take you to God.Follow the Covenant signs;Read the charted directions.

11. Keep up your reputation, God;Forgive my bad life;It’s been a very bad life.

12. My question: What are God-worshipers like?Your answer: Arrows aimed at God’s bull’s-eye.