https://youtu.be/Q9p_RubOlgU Joann Nelander
As the Father is Perfect
Be perfect, You say. “Be perfect, as the Father is perfect.” “Perfection” is held before our eyes, Hung in the heavens, like a star, Like a luminous star, As a star going before us, Beckoning to us, Inviting, “Come follow me.” In the dark of Your Mystery, We make ready, We journey forth, Answering a … Continue reading
Where True Beauty Lies
Forsaking the Land of Shadows, yet again, And prostrate before You, I enter with my candle, Wick, barely alive, Smoldering, Awaiting the gentle breeze, That will kindle my flame To blaze forth, anew. Praise rises in my soul, As a lifetime of thanks given, Recall to memory The reason for my trust. Can Faith be … Continue reading
The Vortex—Persecuting the Good Guys
https://youtu.be/BTDrOQsZIoY Joann Nelander
Hope’s Longing
I find you in tears. I find you in longing. I find you covered in the news of the day, Lying in the cold, Under the blanket of the night, Under heaven’s gaze. Who wipes your tears? Who comforts and consoles? Who sees you in your many disguises, Crying in the child, Laughing with young, … Continue reading
