Fearful, wondering, what if's
Worry and rash actions
Too many relationship rifts
Why am I so anxious?
Cried out in despair
Why is my life a mess?
Holy Spirit answered with care
Your focus is not blessed
Look up! Take My hand
Walk humbly with Me
You've decided to be in command
But you're blind, unable to see
Never letting go
Fighting every change
Worn to the bone
Heart filled with rage
Yes, I'm relying too much on myself
Expecting others to rescue me
When only God Himself
Can truly make me happy
Trust! That's the word to embrace
Can't make it on my own
Must lean fully on God's Grace
And trust in Him alone
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All was bleak
Despondent, darkness everywhere
Only heard depression speak
My pleas to God--total despair
Your kingdom is joy and peace
Why do I have none?
Crushing oppression doesn't cease
Where are the promises of your Son?
Hope--Where has it gone?
Faith is draining slowly away
My soul cries out, I'm undone
Lord God please help me pray
Then I hear
I love you, child
No need to fear
You're just tired
Start leaning on Me
Not your own strength or ability
I've already set you free
Rely on MY creativity
Mercy removed the sadness dart
Grace healed my fearful wound
Gladness filled my heart
Drenched me with gratitude
Chains of hopelessness break
Such liberty! I'm truly free!
I made a horrible mistake
My God would NEVER abandon me
Copyright 2022 Cheryl S. Birch
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Believe it or not, I wrote a book! It’s been years in the making, but finally I am holding a printed copy in my hands. It’s an inspirational fantasy. Of course, it has a couple of poems in it…couldn’t resist the opportunity to publish a poem or two. You can read more about it on my website at https://www.revcherylbirch.org/thatcher-trilogy or on my Amazon Author’s page.
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Summer burst
Blaze of sun
Temps rising
Pool splashing fun
Water the lawn
Pull those weeds
Enjoy the flowers
Stifle a sneeze
Grab a hat
Sunblock too
Bar-B-Que party
Just me and you
Memory treasures
All heaven sent
Life's little pleasures
God's gifts evident
He stood before me
Tall and glowing
His love engulfed me
Flowing, flowing
Hand that touched me
Tender and assuring
His joy filled me
Strengthening, enduring
His smile washed me
Peace and serenity
It is well with me
Now and for eternity
Barely a breeze
All is quiet
Morning has come
To my garden island
Green in abundance
Shadows and sun
Birds are stirring
Beetle on the run
Heaven so blue
Cloudless sky
Alone with my God
To Him I cry
"Heal my heart
Take away this pain
Such beauty around me
Tells me you can"
My eyes rest on flowers
They smile and wave
A kiss of pink love
From Jesus who saves
Such joy fills my soul
Heaviness vanished
It will all work out
Sadness is vanquished
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In the middle of pain
A daily miracle occurs
From my window I see
Hummingbird twirls and swirls
She comes, then he
They hover and dart
Drinking of nectar
Before they depart
During their visits
I can't help but smile
Hummingbird happiness
Lifts the pain for awhile
Thank God or His Joy
Built into creation
Tiny birds reflect Him
Gift of love and inspiration
copyright 2022 Cheryl S Birchphoto from Project Feeder Watch
And then I saw a hummingbird
Darting - Diving - Hovering
Interested in a camellia bud
Brilliant pink in green covering
Just beyond, geraniums stand
Red bursts of bloom
Seem to hold hands
Next to a purple lily plume
Spring winds toss the bushes
Trees still bare sway
Greenish buds on their branches
Promise many a warm day
How I love my garden
Such life and hope is there
Sitting amongst God's creation
Joy drenches my garden chair
Copyright 2021 Cheryl S. Birch
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