Saturday, August 2, 2025

In the Shadow of Sacrifice

Sometimes, standing firm for truth, 
Comes at a cost we cannot measure. 
As followers of Christ, we tread a path 
Where sacrifice and courage intertwine.

The world may scoff, the status quo resist, 
Yet our hearts echo the Savior’s call: 
To uphold justice, even when it hurts, 
To bear the weight of righteousness.

Following Jesus isn’t a promise of ease, 
But a journey through valleys and peaks. 
In the crucible of faith, we find strength, 
Our convictions forged in the fire of love.

When darkness surrounds us, fear creeps in, 
God’s compassion becomes our guiding star. 
He sustains us, whispers hope in the night, 
And reminds us that His grace is enough.

Our comfort fades against eternity’s canvas, 
Yet faithfulness to His principles remains. 
In the bleakest hours, we cling to His hand, 
Trusting that He provides, even when all seems lost.


Published:
August 03, 2024, 5:30 AM

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.