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Episode 5
Psalm 139: Walking with the One Who
Knows You
“Welcome back to ‘2 Minutes with
the Lord.’ I am your host, Fr. Dominic Veigas SVD, and today, we’re taking a
very different approach to Psalm 139.
Psalm 139, traditionally attributed
to David, is a meditation on God’s intimate knowledge of, and presence with,
each individual.
It reveals a God who knows the
Psalmist completely and is present in every moment of life.
In the Historical Context: In
Israelite thought, God’s omniscience and omnipresence were central beliefs.
This Psalm reflects the
understanding that God is actively involved in His creation and attentive to
each person’s life.
The themes of divine knowledge and
intimacy are central. The Psalmist marvels at God’s knowledge of him, from his
movements to his thoughts and even his formation in the womb.
The Psalm is deeply personal,
expressing awe at the closeness of God’s presence.
Instead of just reading and
reflecting, I invite you to join me on an imaginative journey—a walk with God
where you’ll experience what it’s like to be fully known and loved.
Let’s step into this Psalm together
and discover what it means to be seen by the One who understands every part of
us.”
“Picture this: You’re in a quiet,
peaceful place—maybe a path in a forest,
a quiet shoreline, or somewhere
that feels like home. You’re not alone; God is walking with you, at your side,
completely present.
As you walk, you feel this deep,
calming presence, and you know that God is here not as a distant observer but
as someone who understands every thought and every feeling.
He speaks, and His words feel like
they’re filling every part of you:
‘I’ve searched you, and I know you.
I know when you sit and when you
rise.
Before you even speak, I understand
your thoughts.
Wherever you go, I am there.’
As you hear these words, imagine
each part sinking in. You don’t have to explain yourself, put on a brave face,
or pretend to be anything you’re not. You are fully known, right here, right
now.”
“How does it feel to be indeed
known in this way?
To not have to hold back or hide?
In this journey, there’s no
judgment, no shame—just a safe space to be exactly who you are. God knows the
parts of us that we’re proud of and wish we could change, and still, He’s
walking right beside us.
Psalm 139 says, ‘Where can I go
from Your Spirit?
Where can I flee from Your
presence?’
The answer is simple—nowhere. God’s
love is like a gentle, constant presence that fills even our darkest corners.
Imagine how it would feel if, every
day, you could walk with this kind of understanding, knowing that you’re
accepted exactly as you are.”
“Let’s make this personal. This
week, find a quiet place where you can imagine yourself taking this walk with
God.
Maybe it’s in a park, by a lake, or
even in your living room. Spend five minutes just sitting with the idea that
God knows you—every detail.
Bring your worries, your
hopes, and even your doubts. Let God’s presence remind you that you’re
completely seen and loved.
If you’d like, write down anything
that comes up during this time. It could be a word, a feeling, or even a
question you want to ask God.
Keep it somewhere you can see, as a
reminder that you’re never alone on this journey.”
I want to narrate my own experience
of closeness with the Lord. God knew what I was and who I was. He was there
before me in my life’s journey.
He knew my every move. The Lord
loved me as I was, and I just surrendered my life to him, and he took care of
me. Through this deep experience, I feel so close to Him.
“Let’s pray together.
God, thank You for walking with us,
for knowing us in ways we don’t even know ourselves.
Help us to rest in the truth that
we are fully seen and loved, even when we don’t understand everything.
Let this knowledge free us to live
with courage and peace. Guide us as we walk with You each day, knowing that
wherever we go, You are there. Amen.
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By Fr. Dominic Veigas SVDEpisode 5
Psalm 139: Walking with the One Who
Knows You
“Welcome back to ‘2 Minutes with
the Lord.’ I am your host, Fr. Dominic Veigas SVD, and today, we’re taking a
very different approach to Psalm 139.
Psalm 139, traditionally attributed
to David, is a meditation on God’s intimate knowledge of, and presence with,
each individual.
It reveals a God who knows the
Psalmist completely and is present in every moment of life.
In the Historical Context: In
Israelite thought, God’s omniscience and omnipresence were central beliefs.
This Psalm reflects the
understanding that God is actively involved in His creation and attentive to
each person’s life.
The themes of divine knowledge and
intimacy are central. The Psalmist marvels at God’s knowledge of him, from his
movements to his thoughts and even his formation in the womb.
The Psalm is deeply personal,
expressing awe at the closeness of God’s presence.
Instead of just reading and
reflecting, I invite you to join me on an imaginative journey—a walk with God
where you’ll experience what it’s like to be fully known and loved.
Let’s step into this Psalm together
and discover what it means to be seen by the One who understands every part of
us.”
“Picture this: You’re in a quiet,
peaceful place—maybe a path in a forest,
a quiet shoreline, or somewhere
that feels like home. You’re not alone; God is walking with you, at your side,
completely present.
As you walk, you feel this deep,
calming presence, and you know that God is here not as a distant observer but
as someone who understands every thought and every feeling.
He speaks, and His words feel like
they’re filling every part of you:
‘I’ve searched you, and I know you.
I know when you sit and when you
rise.
Before you even speak, I understand
your thoughts.
Wherever you go, I am there.’
As you hear these words, imagine
each part sinking in. You don’t have to explain yourself, put on a brave face,
or pretend to be anything you’re not. You are fully known, right here, right
now.”
“How does it feel to be indeed
known in this way?
To not have to hold back or hide?
In this journey, there’s no
judgment, no shame—just a safe space to be exactly who you are. God knows the
parts of us that we’re proud of and wish we could change, and still, He’s
walking right beside us.
Psalm 139 says, ‘Where can I go
from Your Spirit?
Where can I flee from Your
presence?’
The answer is simple—nowhere. God’s
love is like a gentle, constant presence that fills even our darkest corners.
Imagine how it would feel if, every
day, you could walk with this kind of understanding, knowing that you’re
accepted exactly as you are.”
“Let’s make this personal. This
week, find a quiet place where you can imagine yourself taking this walk with
God.
Maybe it’s in a park, by a lake, or
even in your living room. Spend five minutes just sitting with the idea that
God knows you—every detail.
Bring your worries, your
hopes, and even your doubts. Let God’s presence remind you that you’re
completely seen and loved.
If you’d like, write down anything
that comes up during this time. It could be a word, a feeling, or even a
question you want to ask God.
Keep it somewhere you can see, as a
reminder that you’re never alone on this journey.”
I want to narrate my own experience
of closeness with the Lord. God knew what I was and who I was. He was there
before me in my life’s journey.
He knew my every move. The Lord
loved me as I was, and I just surrendered my life to him, and he took care of
me. Through this deep experience, I feel so close to Him.
“Let’s pray together.
God, thank You for walking with us,
for knowing us in ways we don’t even know ourselves.
Help us to rest in the truth that
we are fully seen and loved, even when we don’t understand everything.
Let this knowledge free us to live
with courage and peace. Guide us as we walk with You each day, knowing that
wherever we go, You are there. Amen.