Monday, June 10, 2024

Affliction into Blessings

In the realm where grace is the currency,
Blessings flow like a river, a gift of mercy.
A profound bond with the Divine, a mystery,
Turns affliction into blessings, a sacred journey.


The Beatitudes, a heavenly decree, affirm blessings for the humble and the free. For those poor in spirit, for those who see, for the meek, the righteous, the merciful, the glee. Blessed are the pure, the peacemakers, the persecuted, in God's kingdom, their worth is undisputed. Compassion and forgiveness, virtues recruited, mercy shown to others, love undisputed.

Honesty and truth, the right path illuminated, even when it's difficult, even when it's complicated. Choosing love, a choice consecrated, even in suffering, our hearts dedicated. Looking forward to the fulfillment of His promises, in the face of trials, in the face of abyss. God's kingdom within us, a bliss, blessings are a gift of grace, a heavenly kiss.

In the realm where divine control resides, where His love, in every moment, abides. He's with us always, in every stride, caring, providing, being our guide. In ways unseen, in ways so broad, not just the ordinary, but by the nod of the miraculous, His blessings flow, in His provision, we grow.

Through hardship's grip, through adversity's tide, in God's provision, we confide. Even when sense to us, it doesn't make, we trust in Him, for His name's sake. His voice we heed, His guidance, our light, in faith, we walk, be it day or night. His promises, a beacon so bright, even when the outcome is out of sight.

In His provision, we place our trust, obey His commands, as we must. In His promises, we find our thrust, acknowledging His sovereignty, in Him we adjust. Even in circumstances, challenging and vast, with faith in God, we hold steadfast. For He is in control, His love so vast, in His divine plan, we are cast.

In the quiet of our hearts, in the depth of our prayers, God hears our cries, His attention never strays. In distress and desperation, it's okay to express, for God is our refuge, our strength, and nothing less. An ever-present help in times of trouble and fear, inviting us to cast on Him every anxiety we bear. because He cares for us, with a love so profound, in the vast ocean of His grace, we are safe and sound.
Let the words of my mouth and the thoughts of my heart find favor before you, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer. - Psalm 19:15

Prayer

What lies within this fragile heart that beats and bleeds and breaks apart. What secrets does it hold inside that I have tried so hard to hide. What dreams and hopes and fears and doubts that fill my mind and make me shout. What passions and desires and joys and pains that stir my soul and course my veins. What words and thoughts and feelings and deeds that shape my life and guide my needs. What truths and lies and rights and wrongs that form my voice and sing my songs. What is this heart that you can see that only you can set me free. What is this heart that I conceal that only you can make me reveal.