This poem, written in May of 2019, again brings a message which has been part of some recent devotionals and Bible readings. May all believers continue to reach out to others with the message of God’s grace and peace. He never grows weary of gathering the Lost to hear His Word.
Walking down an empty sidewalk all alone
Feeling lost when no one calls his phone
Facing the final sunset of a life
Remembering past sinful strife
Rubbing together his chilly, worn hands
Warming a cold heart of a humbled man
Recalling a strong home built brick by brick
Wiping away tears when she became sick
Losing his loving bride to illness
Asking, “Why God, is this meant?”
Battling the raging, turbulent cosmic powers
Creating lonely darkness that sadly towers
Living without a daily dose of hope
Trying to understand his life’s scope
Reciting scripture as Christ says, “I am with you”
Witnessing the bloody Cross, coming into view
Testing his faith, builds continued endurance
Removing sinful chains at every occurrence
Loving us, God guards our hearts and minds
Smiling, the old man knows he has more time
Bringing Salvation, our Savior conquers the Cross
Blessing another life, this man no longer feels lost
A beautiful tribute to The Way God helps us move on after loss. Thank you, {{{Richard}}}. Have a wonderful week! ❤
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Jan, I appreciate your kind words. Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
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Thank you very much, {{{Richard}}}. I appreciate it – and so does Bob. ❤
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Thanks Jan. Praying for safety over the Big Sky with the winter snow and the virus.
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Sometimes “I am with you” is all you need to remember. Thanks for this lovely poem !
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Amen! I agree with your choice of those four words, “I am with you.” The goodness of God reigns!
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Amen! Amen! What a blessed reminder of God being with us!
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Amen! The goodness of God is always nearby.
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THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL POEM I READ IN A VERY LONG TIME. GOD KNOWS ALL AND IS FOR A PLAN WE HAVE NO IDEA WHAT IT IS BUT BRINGS A TRUE GOOD END TO ALL PAIN.
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Pat, I am pleased you found some words to wrap around from this poem. May God’s grace and peace continue to bring you His light.
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Thank you. It’s not easy for me to write something in English, lol. I love all your poems they show your deep faith and live for Jesus.
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Pat, you write better than most. I really appreciate your kind words. May the Lord bring His grace and peace to you in a special way this week.
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THANK YOU FOR THIS ONE TODAY.
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Beautiful and encouraging
Thank you
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Crissy, I appreciate you being a faithful reader. I hope the approaching weeks will bring you more of God’s grace and peace.
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Thank you Richard.
Blessings to you and yours.
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This is one of my favorites for many reasons. It makes me think of my Dad for one. God bless you.
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Karla, I can understand the nature of lost. My own life experienced a period where I encountered such feelings. Thankfully, God never gave up on me. May He continue to bless with grace and peace from Jesus.
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Reblogged this on From The Darkness Into The Light.
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Thanks so much Pat for sharing this poem. It brings out a special message of hope overcoming fear.
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