Reflecting the Son

I’ve known a few who were addicted To alcohol, drugs and eating I’ve seen their struggle and known their pain Witnessed their yearning for a better way I’ve felt them fighting with all their heart To find the answers to the problems That keep them abusing themselves I’ve known many who are hooked On nicotine, caffeine or gambling While many others are left praying to heaven For the answers to bring them out of this Dark, dismal place where they’re haunted by sin I’ve known the lonely darkness that sings Melodies of sadness, sorrow and disillusionment Mixed with dread, grief and shadows of loss Colored in hues of ebony and steely gray weeping With wishes for a chance to finally say truthfully “I’ve kicked the addiction… I’m free to be me” Only God knows the answers that will come When they put down the bottle, the smoke or the rum And listen to the spirit of God’s one and only Son Who reveals a peace inside that only He can gather A serenity that is wise, bold and filled with answers To the many questions that plague the heart who knows Love abides inside the soul who reflects the Son