POETRY FROM KATHY BOECHER

Let’s start this week with some poetry. This is one that I wrote a few years ago, Grief wasn’t unknown to me, but I had no idea then what I realize today. Everyone handles grief in different ways. If you are a follower of Jesus, you have hope for the one you’ve lost, but the sadness you feel in your own heart seems impossible at times. In all of life’s challenges, we know that we’re never alone. God is right beside us through all kinds of situations. For me, the comfort I receive in knowing this relies totally on faith. It’s something we can’t put our finger on. It causes tears to fall at unexpected moments. It can depress you and take over your every day living. Never regret the tears you shed. They are God’s way of giving you release. Remember, He holds our tears and carries our burdens

Encased with brush and branches, a refuge holds you tight,

The world is far away, you’re hidden from its sight,

The fear you hold inside, adrenaline excites,

But comfort still you harbor there,  it holds you from your fright,

So quiet you remain at bay, hanging on with all your might,

The clouded, purple skies of heaven turn into endless night,

You know you can’t hide forever.  Your dreams fade and lose delight,

He knows your every move.  From heaven sees your plight,

He sent His Son to save you and take away sin’s bite,

He changes hearts and minds.  He’s turned dark into light,

Your life is in His strong right hand, He’ll always hold you tight.

THANK YOU, JESUS, FOR ANOTHER DAY!