From Isaiah 9:2: “The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness—on them light has shined.”
Outlook’s scarred landscape
Uncertainty’s shadows
Pervading, cold darkness
Hope’s final ember glows
Peace overpowered
Gloom of night never leaves
Witnessing life’s heartbreaks
Another day must grieve
Despair comes ashore
Empty vessel of grace
Asking, where has light gone?
Hope discovers its place
Each burden gathered
Sunrise at last arrives
Breaking oppressor’s rod
Messiah’s love alive
Resurrection breathes
Savior’s mercy shall rise
Sharing heavenly view
Redemption’s lasting prize
From Isaiah 9:6: “For a child has been born for us, a son given to us; authority rests upon His shoulders, and He is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
Big Sky Buckeye 
Amen, amen. 🙏
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Your words give hope to a darkened world. Can’t wait for Christ’s return.
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Richard, this is a beautifully shaped meditation—your pairing of Isaiah’s light with those spare, resonant stanzas feels both honest and hopeful. The progression from darkness to dawn is quietly powerful, and the images linger. Thank you for sharing something that holds sorrow and promise in the same steady, compassionate frame.
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Amen 🙏
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