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COME TO THE WATERS

COME TO THE WATERS
"Come all you who are thirsty, come to the waters..."Isaiah 55:15
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Childhood home woven with integrity,  
     parents steadfast, their moral compass strong.
          But talk of faith was silent,  
               void of scriptures, hymns, or prayers.  

Childhood a swirling dervish of unknowing, 
      wisdom teachings foreign,
          the stories of miracles untold  
               in a heart yearning to understand.  

Then came the halls of learning; literature and philosophy
     opening the curtains bringing in light of new insights.  
          Still, church and religion stood half a world away,  
               the Light never pulling me in. 

Not until I met him, the man with a pastor's heart, 
     his voice carrying the richness of ancient texts,
          a man who spoke of love woven in sacrifice, 
               of the journey towards growth, faith, and salvation.

His patience, a calm and steady river, 
      flowed over me,  
          smoothing out doubt’s rough edges,  
               gently carving a riverbed of understanding. 

Now, in the quiet of our shared evenings,  
     my interest piqued in the biblical passages he shares, 
          I find solace in the warmth of wisdom,  
               and grace in every story, as faith softly unfurls.  

Each day, guided by conviction and strength, 
     together we navigate our lives creating 
         an ocean of faith, love, and hope~
               our days filled with wonder, color, and grace.

Poem written for “How You Feel and How God Feels Poetry Contest,” Sara Kendrick, sponsor, July 31, 2025

Copyright © Sara Etgen-Baker | Year Posted 2025

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Sara Kendrick Date: 8/25/2025 2:04:00 PM Thank you for entering your poetic winning work in my contest. I appreciate you supporting my contest efforts. Congratulations on your winner. Sara K Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 8/25/2025 6:09:00 PM thanks, Sara K, for your kind and congratulatory words. I enjoyed writing for your contest and am grateful for the honorable mention placement, have a blessed evening, Sar a

Bill Baker Date: 8/2/2025 10:46:00 PM A FAV even though I'm not allowed to FAV any of your poems here at Poetry Soup, my love. You've touched my heart and soul with your kind words. I've never wanted anything more than to walk the path God has for us with you, my soulmate and eternal love. Smiles ~ Blessings Your biggest fan, Bill Login to Reply Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 8/3/2025 5:54:00 PM your words touched me...I'm grateful this poem touched you. You've been a loving guide. You're my favorite! hugs, me

Valsa George Date: 8/2/2025 3:12:00 AM Enjoyed your intimate sharing of how you found God. This I believe is a great tribute to Bill who induced faith in you and created in you a deep interest in scriptures. I can guess, how happy you are together now, you both holding hands and walking closer and closer to God. Lovely poem dear Sara. All the Best. Login to Reply Bill Baker Date: 8/2/2025 10:48:00 PM Thank you, my dear friend, Valsa. Your words are always kind and mindful. We both admire your poetry and cherish your friendship. Love, Bill & Sara Sara Etgen-Baker Date: 8/2/2025 5:42:00 PM thank you for your warm and kind comments, Valsa. When I began writing the poem, I was planning on a tribute to Bill...but as you know, sometimes we poets don't have control over our words and their outcome. We love our walk together. Thanks for stopping by, hugs, Sara