Grace does not always arrive in a thunderstorm. Sometimes, it begins as a quiet whisper in a room filled with smoke and tears. I once knew a young woman who thought she had to break herself to be loved.She shared her life with a man shadowed by addiction. When the darkness wasn't on him, he … Continue reading Whispers in the Dark
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Tired and Weary
Growing weary of this place, so tired I cannot see. If only I could see Your face, to finally be set free. The struggle so much harder, with each passing day. Going through the motions, I know not what to say. Feeling selfish for my thoughts, no real reason to complain. So many others much … Continue reading Tired and Weary
Be The Sunshine
Behind the smiles and the jokes, you'll usually find someone in pain. Not everyone shares their hurt because they feel a need to be a rock for others. They don't like to appear weak, tears are privately shed. We must remember, in our weakness, comes strength. If you have a kind thought come to mind, … Continue reading Be The Sunshine
Strength in Him
I wake up in the morning, to more devastating news. Another friend has fallen ill, I know not what to do. I lift him up to You oh Lord, to exercise Your will. Comfort those who care for him, let their hearts be filled. So difficult for us to wait, the outcome is unknown. We … Continue reading Strength in Him
In Strength to Stand
I see the tree, how tall it stands. It's branches reaching, as if with hands. Stretching upward, to reach the place. Where He will free me, from this race. I watch the seasons, rapidly passing. Yet for some reason, not always grasping. He is with me, night and day. Yet I allow life, to block … Continue reading In Strength to Stand
Needing You Always
Choices I have made in life, have lead me here today. Some good, some bad, some with much strife, molded from the clay. The strength I have is of the world, for this I should be proud. Yet weak I am, I need You Lord, I call Your name aloud. Your vastness great, this I … Continue reading Needing You Always
Finding God in the Little Things 