Race Driver's Prayer

Race Driver’s 23^rd Psalm

The Lord is my Shepherd and my spotter in His tower up above

He looks out for me and takes care of me, it’s all part of His great love.

He makes me slow down in pit road and brings me to a complete stop

As my crew refuels, changes tires and makes adjustments with parts from the shop.

He leads me beside the still track after the red flag has stopped the race

There is concern and uncertainty expressed on every driver’s face.

He restores my soul and gives me peace of mind He helps me restart and come from behind.

He leads me every lap and shows me what is right some NASCAR official is watching, I am never out of their sight.

So for your names sake I make a few changes in my plan with your help I will give it everything I can.

He prepares a table of strength and courage for me in the presence of my competitors on the track,

The good Lord takes care of my every single need and with Him there is no lack.

You anoint me with blessings, my cup runneth over so I keep looking up even when I don’t always win a trophy or some championship cup.

Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death when I run my last lap and take my last breath,

No evil will I fear because Lord you are near.

Your rod and staff and guardian angels they comfort me as I am given the final checkered flag and ushered into eternity.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life and my racing career

I now enter heaven’s victory lane with my Lord and loved ones that are already here.

I will dwell in the house of the Lord and drive a golden chariot

And whatever numbers you have up there in heaven

Lord could you make mine number 11.

Forever and ever aaaaamen.

Originally written for Dale Earnhardt’s memorial service 2-21-01

Later modified for Dale Lemonds memorial service 9-6-04

By Rev. Tom Potter, Track Chaplain of Langley Speedway

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