Walk about Zion, go around her,
Psalm 48:12-14 (ESV)
number her towers,
Consider well her ramparts,
go through her citadels,
that you may tell the next generation
that this is God,
our God forever and ever.
He will guide us forever.
I read three Psalms every morning. Since there are 150 Psalms, I read through them all every 50 days — then I start again. I’ve been doing this for years so the words are more and more like old friends.
This Psalm, however — Psalm 48 — is one of my favorites. I arrive at it, and my mind immediately says, “It’s the ‘kick the tires’ Psalm!” I read it, and I picture the people walking around Zion, looking at critically, like someone would if they were buying a used car.
It’s that go-ahead-and-check-it-out mindset that I love.
Walk around her.
Count her towers.
Consider her ramparts.
Walk through her citadels.
Kick the tires.
Anything that’s true stands up to scrutiny.
And even if scrutiny reveals flaws, it’s all good. I’ve done that walk around a rental car before and after taking it out — noting scratches and dings. Yep, let’s be aware. Let’s take note.
It’s true of God. It’s true of other relationships. It’s true of life itself.
Take note of strengths and appreciate them.
Take note of weaknesses, and make a mental note to keep an eye on that.
Go ahead. Kick the tires. Find out what’s really there.
Hot Dogs and Marmalade 
My view of the Psalms, and possibly the whole Bible, has been permanently shifted. ❤️
Sally, thank you for your willingness to share what God points out to you – it is so valuable! I was an avid “reader” of Thistle Do Nicely as well and I am so grateful that I was led to your poetic insight and revelations via such a fun and lovely avenue! Cheers!
Oh my goodness – I MISS TDN so so so much!! Thanks for saying hi!
What a rare gem TDN is. I miss it dearly too! I very much enjoyed their knitting together of such a bonkers and wonderful community. Hopeful for their return in some way, but looking forward to keeping up with your blog as well!
I love this one! Yes, look very closely! Those who are afraid to examine their faith can never defend it!
Right??
Hi Sally,
Good post there.
I love your relationship with the Psalms.
I hope you don’t mind me dropping by, but we’re missing you at the Unicorn Challenge and I just wanted to tell you that and that I hope all is well with you.
No obligation to the challenge, but just wanted to check in with you.
Jenne
Aw, Jenne, thanks so much. I love that challenge — you know that, right? I just feel dry. Like I’ve got nothing to offer. Holidays are always stressful for me. I’ll be back, though — I promise! Thanks so much for checking in
Och Sally, sorry you’re feeling like that. Sending a unicorn to tickle your tickliest part and help you de-stress. 🦄 We’ll be delighted to see you whenever you feel ready. Take care, my friend, and remember to have fun.