Monday, June 4, 2012

Dear God,

Fear, that paralyzing demon that sucks life from the human soul, that frightens and steals hope and peace, that yanks away faith, and immobilizes the human mind for prompt, purposeful, and healthy decision making, has only one perfect place to be...at your feet.  Every time!

As I continue to face ongoing health issues, fear lingers close by.  It likes to creep along the edges of my life, trying to find a warm, cozy place in which to take up residence.  When I begin to worry or experience anxiety, I feel fear's tentacles at my throat.  I have to intentionally reach for help through prayer, music, silence, and belief.  The more I give myself to these, my trust in you lifts the finger of fear charging it to flee into the hinterland of darkness.

I believe your spirit dwells daily inside and around me.  I believe your love is greater and deeper than fear and darkness.  I believe your desire is for me to rid myself of unwarranted fear.  I believe your grace is intended to fill my soul with every tool and weapon to establish order, knock out chaos, and restore harmony and peace.  Even as I write this now, I feel a quietness about me, your mercy lapping at my door, and your compassion at work within me.  Your will made manifest again.

Teach me
to trust
every moment
of every day,
O Lord,
otherwise where
is faith
and what good
is it?

Love, Andrea