Darkness is oh so close, lingering at the edge of light. Waiting for the opportunity to arrive Oh, but I cannot endure the darkness Worry takes a seat at the dawn of day Nudging its way into my thoughts I am oh so familiar with this old friend And the dangers it carries, lurking, wanting in Judgment, a friend indeed, I have given it a place at my table; it sits next to critical spirit Making it uncomfortable for Grace and Love These familiar foes desire to imprison me They l

Peace a precious gift from God, the sustainer of life, bringing rest, wholeness and joy. It is a robe of royalty, a garment of fine jewels, an invisible blanket of love. Peace is harmony in chaos, a comfort in hopelessness, and tranquility during the storm. Peace quiets the confusion, silences the calamity, revealing stillness and calming rest. Displaying assurance, security,confidence, and strength, worn with royal splendor. Peace is a garrison, a strong tower, a forcefi

As I begin the day, a promise I hear That you are with me so very near. ~~~~~~~ Challenges will come throughout the day But don't worry, my child, I am here to stay And whatever happens, don't let go of my hand, Wherever you go, I will lead the way I promise I will walk with you and lead you, not astray The world is full of suffering and sorrow I promised you I can handle tomorrow My peace, my love, I offer you I am your past, your present, and your future, too I am the autho

A Righteous and Just God

Awaken, lost and weary soul Remind me of promises m y savior has told Spirit, live in me, love through me Create what originally should be Great is my need, limited by my understanding Your voice I long to hear, my constant abiding Jesus, allow me no choice. Set my feet to your path; tune my ear to your voice Steady my walk, my stride, my gait Seeking your face, with no restraint Gift wisdom, knowledge, mercy, and grace My mission, my life, what I embrace Awaken

An enigma of my imagination, or is it for real
 The "What if?" of life
 I swallowed its pill
 It pounces on my emotions, taking charge of my life Keeping me in check and causing much strife
 Dread is its partner
 Anxiety it's friend
 All shouting
 Calamity, Calamity, Come on in! 
I am afraid to go, Afraid to try Afraid to move, perhaps I'll die
 Afraid to see, afraid to grow Afraid to change, afraid to know.
 Afraid to love, afraid to cry Afraid of truth, so I'll just lie.
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