I am in complete awe of my friends who are so on fire for God. They are so uplifting and such a blessing to everyone they encounter. I witness God working in their lives and see the joy that only He can bring. It is keeping me accountable in my latest resolve to grow ever closer to the Lord. I walked to church this morning by way of Liberty Street, and the sheer beauty that surrounded me was a perfect prelude to the minister's sermon on spiritual gifts. While walking back, I was basking in the glory of the day and mentally jotted down the following lines.
"In beauty fair there lies a calm that troubles seldom reach
A magic sense of grace bestowed and endless waves of peace
Laughing thoughts drift lightly to and from entrancing lands
Where hopes are high and sorrows few, unmarred by slights of man"
It might be a tad theatrical and too infused with Tolkien, but it is rare that things so readily take shape like that. I felt I had to write it down. Last night was rather dismal (for whatever reason), so it is nice to feel so uplifted and inspired today.
"The pieces of a puzzle that will fit with time and faith.
With new desire and much to give, I daily seek His face."
Good luck to everyone on the first day of classes tomorrow!
1 comment:
James - Your writings are some of my favorite, so your commendation means a lot. Having said that, you need to UPDATE!!! ;-)
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