Whispers

By PL

When this old world wears me down
And the darkness comes in layers
I seek a quiet place within myself
And whisper the Lord’s prayer…

I ask for strength to face each day
More fortitude (to endure)
For humility (that I may sacrifice)
And the Holy Spirit’s cure

My foolish pride and arrogance
May sometimes scream naysayer
But when this old world wears me down
I whisper my Lord a prayer…

For protection, guidance, patience and faith
A heart that has no stones
That crooked be suddenly straight
And for heaven to be my home…

When life gets hectic and beats me down
There’s a remedy that I prefer
I don’t rant or rave or wear sad frowns
I bear my soul in whispers

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7 Comments

  1. L on August 8, 2016 at 4:49 PM

    PL, Your line “I bear my soul in whispers” is really intriguing! I’d love to hear more about what this means to you. Beautiful poem!

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  2. Susan Kelley on September 4, 2016 at 11:09 PM

    I meant to say this poem is so beautiful and it really touches my heart.

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  3. Judy on September 17, 2016 at 4:20 AM

    Dear PL,
    Thank you for your beautiful words. Know that I just echoed your Lord Prayer on your behalf.
    And will remember to do that again.
    You are in my prayers.

    God Bless,
    Judy

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  4. Sophia on September 19, 2016 at 1:44 PM

    I can hear this as a song. I can hear the beautiful melody in my head. I’m amazed by your imagery and what you are able to convey just through your words. Thanks for writing!

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  5. Sarah on September 19, 2016 at 1:47 PM

    It’s an amazing to be able to find something that fulfills you and comforts you and blesses you. Thanks for sharing your experiences through this beautiful writing. I hope to read more of your poetry. Thanks!

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  6. Adrea Benedetti on September 22, 2016 at 8:03 PM

    Thank you so much for expressing your thoughts and feelings. Keep holding on to God’s unchanging hand.

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  7. Rachel Waldman on October 8, 2016 at 10:48 PM

    Wow. What a touching and beautiful poem. I love the idea of turning to g-d in hope and prayer during times of despair…

    Reply

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