The Waiting
Resting in the shade of the garden
I’ve come with a burden so great
But here, as I lay it all down at the cross
On the Lord
I will patiently
Wait…
Sitting upright under the crab apple tree
I question how joy is made full
When sorrows keep multiplying, endlessly
And exhaustion still stifles my soul
The breeze tastes like life to my spirit
As I stare up at the clouds in the sky
Exhaling toxic waste from my lungs
A lone sparrow comes fluttering by
He lands in the bush just beside me
And chirps a delightful hello
I smile and thank God for His goodness
As His Word
Comes alive
In my soul…
Rejoicing’s a choice, I remember
The shift feels awkward and bleak
But I ask Him, my Savior, Redeemer, and Friend
To help with my unbelief
I start with a stuttering whisper
Speaking Scripture, because it is Truth
Believing emotions will follow suit later
My voice grows more resolute
A sacrifice of praise is just that —
An offering of effort, where my will takes a knee
It’s a heavenly trade where God’s glory’s displayed
Through clay vessels, for all to see
Standing in grace my hope is set firmly
On the glory of God through His Son
I’m a pilgrim on a long winding journey
Awaiting my heavenly home
Tearful, I ask Him to wash me
Cleanse this heart so prone to sin’s stain
As I choose to abide I know He will provide
And strengthen my feeble frame
A firm-footed life on the Rock
Is unshakeable in any storm
His Word is a lamp, a light, the hope
That shatters the bitter, earthly norm
No one said the narrow road would be easy
No one walking by might will succeed
But a sojourner’s a new creation
God’s Spirit within we must heed
Step by step as I cling to the Promise
He will faithfully answer my prayer
Bringing comfort and peace, and most of all joy
To victoriously overcome any snare
So I rise from my rest in the garden
Bidding the sparrow adieu
He continues his song and my heart hums along
Walking by faith
Not by sight
I’m renewed…
5 Comments
RuthScott
Sara this was beautiful!! I’m going to pass it on to a relative who is struggling with his faith. He loves poetry and I believe this will strengthen him. Thank you for sharing from your heart. You are like a drink offering, poured out for so many. May God’s bless you and yours abundantly!! Ruth xo
sarakennerley
Aww Thank you so much precious Sister! I pray it is a blessing to his heart and fuels his faith. I’ve got more faith-filled poetry on the blog here too, if you search by the category “poetry” and “scripture poetry”. Or I can send you some later today. Blessings!
Barb Marchuk
You speak from my soul. So encouraging… thank you Sara
sarakennerley
Hallelujah! “When the cares of our heart are many, His consolations bring us joy!” – Psalm 94:19
Ruth Scott
Hi Sara, I just passed your blog onto a friend who is not a believer but is seeking. I love that your poetry will touch your heart. I love that you’re true heart and genuine care for people shows through your writing, it’s beautiful and so are you!! I honestly feel that your work will bring many to a saving knowledge of Jesus. Please pray for my family and friends, that they would be saved as well. You’re doing a great work sweetie! Lots of love and blessings, Ruth XOX