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Cries For Healing-Need

"Lord, grant Your divine healing..." This is my spirit's plea Now that I'm confronted with my Dad's groaning angst While he writhes in pain, struggling to express himself Here in the Intensive Care Unit which is his haven this Christmas season. "Lord, your miraculous healing is needed..." This is my soul's whining Whenever I see my Dad's agonizing response Toward seemingly endless needle pricks, catheter changes, suction insertions As he strives, yet suffering, to seek relief. "Lord, pour out your healing that's merciful..." This is my constant prayer Since my Dad's afflicting blood sugar count Along unstable blood pressure rise Oppresses him grievously midst laboured breathing. "Lord, Your gracious healing* is besought..." This is my humble cry With faith in His power for my Dad's health-restoration So as to recuperate from his stroke Toward praise-filled thanksgiving and joyous homecoming.
*Luke 9:11 ... He (Jesus Christ) received them, and spake unto them of the kingdom of God, and healed them that had need of healing. December 24, 2018 7th place, "LET 'ER RIP #2" Poetry Contest Sponsored by John lawless; judged on 12/29/2018.

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Date: 12/29/2018 3:53:00 PM
I sincerely hope your prayers are answered and your father makes a good recovery, your faith shines from every line:-) congrats on your win:-)
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