HOPE

Broken dreams and wounded heart all have been a part of me.
Weariness and loneliness – through the night I could not see.
Then there flashed a light before me, glowing embers in the night,
Left by hearts once feeling sadness, now with friends were burning bright.
Holding torches as they walked along, through the valley of despair,
Expressing their support and love, and showing others that they cared.

Onward, upward they had climbed, step by step along the way,
Expressing their support and love, showed to others that they cared.
God had given strength and courage when the nights were dark and cold
Wrapped His loving arms around them, one by one their courage told.
Feeling grateful at that moment for the hope I have today,
I let the light shine through the darkness gently guide along the way.
Caring words like gentle rain quenches every thirsty soul,
Sharing hope and faith with others - hearts that longed to feel whole.

Contributed by Melody Hickson.

The power of God's love is sweet,
When both heart and maker meet.
SBD