For in foundations-deep this bane resides, From it our sight he brewed. A Lion's den, a burning furnace, An affirmation to this infinity I see. With the last of my embryonic fear Shedding in grace's mighty embrace, Like a parting sea, a prodigal racing to his father, I see hope erupting in violent splatters. Nehemiah … Continue reading To the carpenters first son, Hopelessness’ bane
Category: peace
An Impromptu note to self
Lazham Gaina Photography I have had a recurring issue, where I would hear a gist/gossip about myself and I would want to go to the gisting bodies and clarify or clear my name. Not only did this not help me in the long run, it also had a way of multiplying the pain I felt … Continue reading An Impromptu note to self
On Days Like this…
For in menace this abode resides,I have been pulled under once or twiceAs the tide rises. Maybe more or not,For I have lost count. I am above the waters, I like to think,An inch or two, you would find my chin.I sway in uncertain rhythm,As I paddle my limbs and hope not for the waves. … Continue reading On Days Like this…
TIME And RHYTHM
I have always enjoyed solitude. Taking long strolls in quiet neighborhoods or just sitting alone and thinking. I love being awake in the darkness dwelling on the peace and quiet the night time brings. My mind is always on an express trip going beyond the present and visible. Often times i'm an emotional mess,I … Continue reading TIME And RHYTHM
Dear God
Dear God, I'm writing you today because lately I've been feeling pressure from every side. I've been trying to fix a lot of things, Making things make sense. I've been trying so hard God, I know I should be letting go and letting you But deadlines staring me in the face I don't know what … Continue reading Dear God
My Soul was quiet
My street was loud Deafening song ripped through the city block, But God was not in the guitar. Music blasted through, But God was not in the radio Yelling cut the thick air, But God was not in their teaching. Phony laughter shouted through the streets, But God was not in the television. Then I … Continue reading My Soul was quiet
God is Always Beside You
With faith in your heart, Reach out for God's hand And accept what He sends, Though you can't understand... For Our Father in Heaven Always knows what is best, And if you trust in His Wisdom You life will be blessed... For always remember that Whatever betide you You are never alone For God is … Continue reading God is Always Beside You
God Never Plows Without Intention
God never plows in the soul of man Without intention, purpose and plan So whenever you feel The plow's sharp blade Let not your heart be sorely afraid, For,like the farmer, God chooses a field For which He expects An excellent yield... So rejoice though your heart Be broken in two-- God seeks to bring … Continue reading God Never Plows Without Intention
The Love of The Father
God's love is like an island In life's ocean vast and wide- A peaceful,quiet shelter from The restless,rising tide... God's love is like a fortress, And we seek protection there When the waves of tribulation Seem to drown us in despair... God's love is like a beacon burning Bright with faith and prayer And through … Continue reading The Love of The Father
How do I win tomorrow’s Battle
I said I wouldn't Yet I still I don't want to Yet I do I promise I still fail I don't know why Yes,am a little confused here Its a wonder How I manage to do What I so despise I go back again And do the same Again,I've lost today. So I ask How … Continue reading How do I win tomorrow’s Battle
Peace in the midst of chaos
While God's almighty power Is not ours to understand, We know who holds the future and we know who holds our hand-- And to have the steadfast knowledge that we never walk alone And to rest in the assurance that our every need is known Will help dispel our worries, and in trusting Him we'll … Continue reading Peace in the midst of chaos
TRUST
There's no problem too big And no question too small- Just ask in Faith, And He'll answer them all- Not always at once. So be patient and wait, For God never comes too soon or too late... So trust in His wisdom And believe in His WORD, For no prayer's unanswered And no prayer's unheard.