Friday, February 21, 2014

Dear God,

You are the true source of comfort, hope, love, and joy.  When our lives turn upside down, your gifts seemingly become more apparent.  When we think we cannot cry another tear, a mysterious peace will come over us.  When we think our situation is impossible, a new perspective will emerge.  When we run out of ideas, answers, or solutions, a door will open making way for something else.

I spoke with someone today whose heart is breaking, whose health is impaired, and whose marriage is crumbling.  Although she was pained and grieving, she spoke like one who lives by faith, whose outcry to you is authentic, and who desires your will above all else.  The days, weeks, and months ahead will determine how faith will help her rise from burning ashes.

When we
rely on you,
Compassionate God,
we find strength.
We fight
self doubt
with faith
because you
are with us.
When we
cry out,
you not
only hear us,
you come
to us.
Open our eyes
to faith
so you
may enter
and heal us,
I pray.

Love, Andrea