This Too Shall Pass
I sit here staring at a blank piece of paper… heavy hearted, unsure of what to write. These past three weeks have been difficult beyond words.
More friends than I want to count have lost loved ones in this time. How do you mourn with those who mourn? An amazing book I read in the last week was excellent in this regard. Highly recommendable: Choosing to SEE by Mary Beth Chapman. Her honesty is refreshing and encouraging. If you have lost someone, it could be a help to you.
Depression is not something I struggle with much but it tore through my soul and held me fast for over a week, leaving me edgy and exhausted. The experience allowed me to better identify with friends of mine who struggle on a regular basis from depression, some more so than others.
Not feeling well, not sleeping well, not getting enough work done, and feeling very very lonely have all contributed to the difficulties since returning from my trip to Ontario and Winnipeg last month. But I am not alone in any of these things. Thus, I would like to share a poem with you I wrote many years ago, but fits well for today. If you are struggling remember, this too shall pass…
This Too Shall Pass
Here we are, Lord
just You and me
alone, in this room.
Your arms are outstretched,
and to them I go…
tears streaming,
I stand there clinging
wanting You to hold me tight.
I am hurting, Lord,
with pain that is deep,
But who cares?
Who cares?
You say, “I care.”
And I know that You do,
for I remember that it was
for me
You died.
You hold me,
You love me,
You stay by my side.
“This too shall pass,” are Your comforting words,
“Yes, this too shall pass!”
Understand?
Me?
I don’t!
Oh the frustration’s there
But stray I won’t.
You alone are my source of joy,
of peace,
of unfailing love.
Yes, I will trust You
for this too shall pass!
So, in the midst of your struggles and sorrow, I wish you JOY! This too shall pass.
Blessings,
mari