A Liturgy For The Lowly

Written By David Stippick

I will not be intimidated by or envious of people who prosper by doing evil things,

because I know they will soon be as the season of the sticks.

I will trust in God, and do good things in the land where I live.

I find joy in knowing that God sees my longing to bring the kin-dom of heaven to earth.

We commit to your love God, and trust you will act in love for all people.

God, I know your integrity and truth will be as bright as the light of a thousand stars.

I will be still and wait patiently on God; I will grieve and not brood over people who gain power, money, and position by stepping on those below them.

My anger will not make me stoop to their level of wrongdoing and corruption,

because I remember they will soon fall away; those who live by the example you provide will come out on top.

We commit to your love God, and trust you will act in love for all people.

I know that rulers who idolize power will be consumed by it from the inside out, and those who have needed their shelter will be unsafe without it.

Gentle people will be raised up by you and given all they need,

for the true spirit of God is a safe place for the gentle in times of fear, strife, and terror;

they will be saved from the oligarchs, dictators, gangsters, masters, and kings by the God who hears their pleading.

We commit to your love God, and trust you will act in love for all people.

By: Rev. David Stippick

David Stippick

David Stippick is a native of Georgetown, Texas, and has worked in community leadership roles for over 20 years. He holds a B.A. in Bible and an M.A. in Youth Ministry from Howard Payne University, along with 4 Clinical Pastoral Education Units from an ACPE-accredited institution. David believes everyone has inherent worth and potential, and one of his greatest joys is helping others discover what this looks like on their personal journeys.

David is a compassionate listener, especially drawn to those processing grief and navigating life transitions. His approach is rooted in empathy and a desire to walk alongside others, whether in moments of celebration, reflection, or difficulty. He finds meaning and comfort in structured reflection and shared rituals.

He has been married to Hillary for ten years, and they have three children, a cat and a dog. Outside work, he enjoys exploring the outdoors, reading, and spending time with family. He asks for your grace in overlooking the occasional well-placed curse word.

https://davidstippick.com
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