Waiting

It is important to remember at all times that God is good and God is love. Sometimes we go through times of trial and our faith may falter. God's timetable is not as we would like it to be. He allows us to wait and in the waiting we get to know Him that much better.

Waiting but not in ignorance,
Wishing for earlier bliss.
Not my will, but Thine be done,
Was answered by the enemy's kiss.
But my enemy is not my Father,
Though difficulties confuse the cause.
For God is good and God is love,
Omnipotence allowed this pause.
Though darkness is descending,
I'll trust my Savior's plan.
His wisdom shown in heartache,
One day, I'll understand.

Prayer Poem

This poem was written as a prayer for a young son, but at times I feel that our children are always "young" to us, even when they are grown. Scripture references are from 1Chronicles 28:9 and Isaiah 26:3.

May God answer according to His perfect will.

This prayer is for my child,
Still tender in Your sight.
Wholehearted service and a willing mind,
Are my heart's prayers tonight.
Keep His mind stayed on Thee,
Perfect peace, the sure reward.
May his thoughts incline to holiness,
This son that I adore.

The Slumber Party

Sometimes I think I'm part bear. I would love to hibernate all winter and come out in the spring. It just seems like the right thing to do.

Every year about the 20th of December,
I receive an invitation by air.
When the weather turns chilly,
And the sun sets early,
The letter is sure to be there.
The contents are simple,
And easy to read.
They say, "Come, take a rest for awhile,
Snuggle in bed, so cozy and warm,
Though the winds may blow frigid and wild."
The party continues "till March 21st,
When the forsythias come out to play.
The snow begins melting and days become longer,
And I find new strength for the day.