The Only One

When it rains, it pours. It's just the way things work. When you hear of something happening to somebody you love, it seems that suddenly it's happening to more and more of those you love. My heart is breaking over and over again lately for many friends. Over the last month I've had at least three friends lose babies. My heart wrenches, and my wounds open. I would that I could heal them, but I know there is only One who heals, and so I will leave it up to him. To you My Friends, you know who you are, I love you, and my prayers are for you and your families.


The Only One

I’m told that I am strong,
Then why do I feel so weak?
They say I can handle it,
But how? I just can’t see.

I’m told that I am loved,
Then why do I feel alone?
The “heat” is definitely on,
But why do I feel so cold?

I was told things happen in bits and pieces;
Then why is it all crashing down?
They say that it will be for a “small moment”;
But it feels like an eternity – even now.

My life is changing and changing fast.
Some days I feel I might just break.
The stress and pressure can be too much.
Where can I hide to just sit and wait?

I know that I must trudge on.
Yet, I know my own strength is not enough.
Where can I turn? Where can I go?
Is there any relief from all of this “stuff”?

There is only one place to turn.
I rely on that unchanging Truth.
My rock, my strength, my brother
Something- HIM- I can hold to.

He stands firm and does not change.
Still, solid, perfect, and bright:
My Savior shall be my guide:
The One – the only one who truly understands.
He can lead me safely through my night.

Written by LeMira
November 18, 2008