pathogen of soul
in the corners of my mind
February chill lingers
become phantoms in Spring
Light I have
I have shadows too
shadow and Light
a nettlesome blend
clanging cymbal
banging drum
screeching strings
violin clutter
piano weak
maestro deranged
lacking consonance
harmonic tumult
between the light
and shadowed darkness
light be the affections
and darkness be the verve
how to overcome
the leaden weight
discordance of dark
harmony of light
Jesus. Savior.
Healer of all
just say the word
and we will be healed
– g.w
“The centurion answered and said, “Lord, I am not worthy that Thou shouldest come under my roof. But speak the word only, and my servant shall be healed.” Matt. 8. 8
Have had some faint, but nettlesome shadows in the corners of my mind since February. Now, they are becoming a weight that is effecting my heart for writing. If my spirit can’t write, my words are hollow and meaningless, even if well scribed. Lacking heart or humor, it becomes shallow and empty. A discordant instrument, out of tune. Be it simple mood, be it physical condition causing shadow of mood. Makes no difference. It’s there. To overcome is the point.
Not a complaint. An observational report. I seem to have the facility to step outside myself and monitor me.
Bouts of depression are common for me. Each one must be taken and dealt with individually. The Lord – my Physician. Humor – my medicine. Faith – the conduit. -g.w.
“Nettlesome”. I like that word, although its meaning is unpleasant. Still, a good word to use in an observational report.
This whole post could have been written by me, so much can I relate to it. I appreciate how you write the things that are not just sunshine and roses. We’re not all “no worries, mon!” all the time, but those who do seem that way do worry me a little.
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…“no worries, mon!” all the time, but those who do seem that way do worry me a little.’
This had me laughing…reminded me of one time when I was little kid. I was crying for who-knows-what, but my grand dad looked at me and said ‘s ok ta cry. Only the village idiot is happy all the time.’ That struck me so funny I started laughing till laugh-tears started rolling. 😉
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What a blessing from your grand dad. Praying that as you pray in the precious and powerful name of our Lord Jesus Christ, He will bring you by His Spirit to overcome and witness of His great and marvelous grace within you. Remember that Christ is in you, and you are in Christ by His grace and all to His glory. Praise Him no matter how you feel. Blessings in and through you as He increases your faith.
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Thank you so much, Fran, my sweet friend! I’m not stopping and I know better than to give in. I just move a little slower, that’s all. Until I get my wind back in my sails. But I love Jesus more when I know I need Him most! 🙂
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Isn’t that His plan? Blessings. Remember, you are filled with His grace (Christ in you) and wrapped in HIs glory (you in Christ).:)
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Yes it’s His plan. And it’s always a good plan. And yes, I do feel wrapped in His glory and I feel His presence. I know I’m in Good hands. Thank you so much, Fran.
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