My mind can only know so much.
It is only when my soul is fed
that my life is forever changed.
by Martha L Shaw 8-20-14
My mind can only know so much.
It is only when my soul is fed
that my life is forever changed.
by Martha L Shaw 8-20-14
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I look out my window
Yet see nothing.
Darkness has consumed . . .
but, wait!
Have things really changed?
Is the grass no longer green?
. . . the trees no longer tall?
Will the sun I cannot see
Truly never shine again?
My soul,
Though wrestling fear’s attempt to overtake
Is opting instead for some needed rest.
Day has gone
And night indeed has fallen.
Morning’s sun will
Like my spirit rise
And I restored,
Once again will follow
and reflect the Light!
By Martha L Shaw © 8-18-2013
Lord,
you take the darkness of night
and through your might alone
you dispel it
for each morn
brings with it
the miracle of birth
and the opportunity to begin anew!
by Martha L Shaw – copyright 12-29-2012
As I started along the path with you
the light was so bright
and there was a gentle breeze
whisking me along the path
at a gentle skip.
Night came
and the air chilled.
The way grew dark and I couldn’t see you near me,
but I knew you were there still.
As the darkness lingered,
I was less certain . . .
I couldn’t feel your hand in mine
and the sound of your breathing
was lost to the night sounds
from wildlife lurking near.
I thought my heart would stop for sure,
but then the moon began to glow brightly
with the promise of rest
to strengthen me for
a new day.
By Martha L Shaw Copyright 12-17-2012
Your love fills my soul
And your peace
Is like nothing I could imagine.
Yet,
This morning I woke with a start,
I stopped to think
And stumbled off the path.
My fear frozen heart beat too fast
And my mind drew me
In another direction
But not a good one.
I breathed deeply,
I called out to you,
And you showed me the map
Leading me back to you.
The peace in my soul
Softly comforted me.
I smiled
Ready for a new day
Filled with wonder,
Filled with you.
By Martha L Shaw – copyright 10-30-12
First one I look to upon waking . . .
And last one I turn to before sleep,
The one who loves me so much . . .
He gave His only begotten Son for me.
Eternal life with Him – my inheritance!
Rejoice, my soul, rejoice always!
By Martha L Shaw – Copyright 10-28-2012
I feel the sun’s warmth.
On my hands reaching for yours,
And my heart – your home.
Intimacy redefined.
Lost and alone is no more.
By Martha L Shaw – Copyright 10-24-12
All around me is turmoil, yet . . .
Light still streams through the window in my room
Light still shines through the window in my heart
There is fog,
However He still shines through it
In my soul.
Nothing can take His love from me.
God’s promises are real.
So, I tremble then find strength to push on.
No, my own strength is not enough.
Everything in me relies on Him.
With Him is the victory, watch for it! It’s coming!!!
By Martha L Shaw – Copyright 10-24-12
I lift my hands
But you lift my soul.
As the autumn breeze stirs the dry brush
I mourn the loss of color,
But you prepare a place
For the splendor of spring
And its bounteous increase
While using the seemingly dull and sad fragments
As manna.
I close my eyes and look with my soul,
Taking a deep breath
I can almost smell the increase,
The new life,
As I smile at the beauty
Of eternity . . .
With YOU.
By Martha L Shaw – Copyright 10-22-12