Sonshine over Sunshine, Prayer for My Sister



                         The sunshine on the meadows green, the golden hills

                                                      in youth serene,

                                        The seagulls calling off the Bay, 

                                             Of childhood visions;

                                                       us at play.

                                           Oh, Little Sister Sunshine,

                                        Before the dark storms came

                                       Whilst still in town of orchards 

                                      When times were soft and tame.


                                   Now decades past the glow of youth.

                                   The days of sandstorm, and the truth

                                             Your diagnosis, Little Sis,

                                    How dreadful storms blow in like this! 

                                     
                                            Memories, the golden days, 

                                      We lived; we breathed is sunny haze

                                          But yet...life holds no promises,

                                        Except, there will be days like this.


                                        Our ONLY promise sure and true

                                        Dear sister mine, for me and you,

                                  That promise learned in Sunday School

                                    That Christ is Faithful, Sure and True.

                   
                                       We, sojourn now, the earth to see,

                                       Christ's promises, He holds the key.

                                        Now praying I, from on my knees

                                Your healing comes through Christ Who free's

                            It is He, assuredly, Who leads us through His victory.

                                        He bore our sins, and wears our scars,

                                         He conquered death, and even ours...

                                 For we put our trust in Him, He shines through

                                              Storms when life grows dim

                       
                                 The Deliverer, our King so true, rides into battle

                                                            Sis, for you.

                                                Deliverer from sin and pain

                                            Through every season, every age

                                     I pray His healing over you, rebuking storm

                                                                 Clouds...

                                                    The Son shines through.


                                          Dear Heavenly Father, I lift my prayer

                                              Which never vanishes in thin air.

                                                 You hear our every utterance,

                                               We know Your Holy forbearance

                                                Extending love, and every grace

                                                  Your gift of love to every race;

                                                 For God, You loved us, everyone,

                                                  So much so, You sent Your Son

                                                   That whoever believes in Him

                                           Though days grow stormy, dark and dim,

                                             He leads us through the pain and strife

                                                  Through Him we gain eternal life.

                                                  I pray now healing for little sister,

                                             Deliverance from this dark storm's twister.


                                                      I pray Your will, in Jesus Name,

                                                 Who heals the sick, and lifts the lame

                                                  Who brings sight to the blinded eye,

                                                       Who opens ears to orphan's cry

                                                     I pray in His name, Christ our King

                                                         Jesus' touch, His healing bring.

                                                                             Amen

                              
   P.S. I'm asking for prayer for my 'Little Sister Sunshine' who has been diagnosed
    with kidney cancer. I know that I have Brothers and Sisters who believe in the
  healing power of Jesus Christ of Nazareth and extend this plea for prayer chains of other believers on Chelsie's behalf. 
Also, for His care and mercy over her battles she is facing and deliverance from both cancer and the fiery trials besetting her and her family. Thank you in advance <3 
      

Isaiah 53:5

5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.
KJV
  
John 3:16

16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
KJV

Matthew 4:24
24 And his fame went throughout all Syria: and they brought unto him all sick people that were taken with divers diseases and torments, and those which were possessed with devils, and those which were lunatick, and those that had the palsy; and he healed them.
KJV
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M  Avatar
May 28, 2026 at 5:17 AM
Oh B.J I am so so sorry to hear about your sister…..it truly hurts my heart for you my sweet friend! I am happy you received POTD and congratulate you but l am so sad about the content! Sending you the biggest cuddle ever….Debx SOUPMAIL
La France Avatar
May 27, 2026 at 8:53 PM
BJ, beautifully penned and congratulations on receiving the Poem Of The Day honor ~
Rodrigues Avatar
May 19, 2026 at 2:27 AM
Back with congrats for POTD! Your heartfelt cry to the Lord is inspiring.
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 20, 2026 at 1:23 AM
Thank you Kim, I appreciate your sweet congratulations on this poem, please keep my little sister in your prayers (and prayer chains if possible). I am so blessed this received the Poem of the Day, as more were able to see it and pray for her! <3
Gifford Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 10:46 PM
Hello BJ, a very touching and heartfelt write. Sending positive vibes and prayers for you both. Will keep you guys in my prayers.
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 18, 2026 at 4:48 PM
Thank you so much for your visit and comforting comment, Zyroool. More than anything, I thank you for prayers. I know that as of yesterday, she told me much of the dark despondency she has been feeling, was lifted. She said that she had felt like people were praying for her, even before she was aware of all of those who are now lifting her in prayer here on PS, I hope they will continue. We have seen miracles take place when many were praying for my nephew when he had covid. He is a member of the medical community and worked closely with caregivers on a personal level, even close friends with his doctor and surgeon, but he was dying of covid. It was surmised he had to have a lung transplant, but he didn't get it, he was supernaturally given a second chance. We all know it was miraculous that he pulled through, we can never underestimate the power of prayers.
Elias Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 8:37 PM
Dear Bj May the Lord hears all your prayers. He is the ultimate healer. It was such a heartfelt poem. I will keep you and your sister in my prayers. Xxx
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 9:44 PM
Angela, thank you, those prayers mean the world to us, and thank you as well for keeping them lifted on her behalf, she feels them <3 I appreciate your visit so very much. God bless you <3
Y'Mous Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 7:32 PM
I pray in Jesus name. This poem/prayer is straight from the heart and very touching. All is in his hands and he will see this through. I also wanted to say congratulations! for your poem of the day!
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 9:39 PM
Anon, thank you so much for visiting here with your comments, the one that you left earlier, as well as this one with your sweet congratulations for the incredible honor of this POTD. I pray more will see it and join in the prayers already being offered up for her. May God bless you :) Please keep those prayers lifted for her, she really does feel them. <3
Nicole Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 6:52 PM
Dearest Bj, you have many prayer warriors out there and I am one of them. God is watching over your sister and He will take care of her needs. There's so many amazing doctors and nurses doing the best they can to heal and to help. Many blessings to your family. Your words have been chosen as Poem of the Day, so others can be aware and pray. Hugs, Brandy
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 9:32 PM
Brandy, thank you so much. Your visit and comment and especially, more than anything else, your prayer warrior prayers for my dear sister. I am very honored with this POTD, it means so much to me! I do pray that others too see it and pray for her <3 She told me a little while ago, as we spoke on our telephone call "I feel more uplifted! I felt so alone, now I feel like people are praying for me! The prayers are helping!" Our Lord hears our prayers, and they are already a comfort to her. Please keep praying, for strength, healing, and for the other horrendous fiery trials she and her family have been facing of late <3 Hugs to you Brandy, your visit has been very encouraging to me tonight :) <3
Hind Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 5:05 PM
many congrats on your POTD!! :)
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 9:22 PM
Thank you so much Paige, I am honored her poem received the POTD :) I pray more see it and will pray for my sister. Thank you for your comments, this one and the one you had left earlier today, and back with this congratulations on the incredible honor of POTD :) <3
Anaya Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 11:13 AM
A natural jubilee of music & prayer wishes for you & sis in today's event, sweet BJ. Such a lovely prayer you've composed. Congratulations on POTD! Blessings &Bol to you both.
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 9:18 PM
Thank you sweet, dear Anaya, for visiting as well as your precious comment and congratulations on the honor of Poem of the Day. I am so encouraged, especially knowing more will see my prayer, and pray for my sister. Thank you for your prayers for her, we appreciate them so very much! She told me tonight she felt uplifted, she felt like there were prayers lifting her up from the depths she had been feeling :) <3 Hugs and blessings to you my sweet friend <3
Goldsmith Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 11:10 AM
Congratulations on your POTD win. WOW!!! I enjoyed reading your powerful/wonderful/sad ~  write/story from the first line to the last line. I am so sorry. I will add your family to my Soup pray list. I love your prayer here. God does hear... Thanks for the added notes. Have a blessed day/week with your wonderful win...............
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 9:12 PM
Thank you Paula, for your visit, sweet comment, and congratulations on this wonderful honor of Poem of the Day. I am encouraged knowing that more will see this prayer and hopefully be encouraged to pray for my lil' sis. Thank you so much for your prayers for her, please keep them lifted, she says she feels them this evening! Blessings to you as well my dear friend <3
Elliott Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 10:25 AM
Going to my intercessory prayers list. Beauteous poem for your sister. The community in Christ prays. Congratulations on the POTD. Blessings ~
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 9:06 PM
Regina, thank you so very much, that means so much to me and her. I am honored by this POTD for this poem in prayer for my sister. I pray even more will see and pray for her. I got off of the phone with her a little while ago. She said, "I feel more uplifted, I felt so alone, and now I feel that people are praying for me, the prayers are helping!" Our Father, our Lord and God is so very present in these desperate days, and she so needs prayer. I am so grateful, thank you so much! May God bless you as well Regina, please keep those prayers lifted on her behalf, she feels them <3
One Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 8:37 AM
Hello my sweet friend, I am so sorry to hear about your sister, I can imagine how difficult it will be for her and your family.. Sending prayers and blessings for her recovery... Your poem is beautiful and touching..
One Avatar
May 18, 2026 at 10:25 AM
Congratulation on a worthy POTD.. These poems should be POTD.. You are welcome and thank you so much for your kind words and support.. I had no idea my book meant so much to you... You leave me speechless... Thank you for all you sincere support over the last few years.. you give me hope to carry on when I feel like there is nothing to write...
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Silent One, I am so comforted by your visit and precious comment to me my dear friend. I am grateful for your prayers lifted for my little sister. Though we are growing old, she is still my beloved baby sister, my sweet sunshine baby girl. Your comment to me means the world to me, you are on my heart so often, and your book is ever so close to me, a true treasure that I will cherish always, so your visit to me touching on this poem, your comfort and prayers are such a comfort, more than words can say. Thank you. You remind me of her precious son, also a musician and around the same age, he is my godson <3 Blessings to you my dear sweet friend <3
Etgen-Baker Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 5:01 AM
touching words, BJ. Sending prayers for you and your sister. Congrats on your POTD designation.
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 8:53 PM
Thank you so much Sara, for your visit, your comment, congratulations on this sweet honor of Poem of the Day, which I am so encouraged with, especially knowing that more will see my prayer, and thus be encouraged to pray for my sister. I especially thank you for your prayers for her, so very much. Thank you! Be blessed Sara, I hope that you and Bill are having a wonderful weekend <3
Rodgers Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 4:44 AM
Dear Bj, Through the healing power of the Holy Spirit I pray for your sister and your family. I appreciate your love and devotion for her. I know these will be difficult times. Congrats on POTD! Be Blessed, Daniel
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 8:49 PM
Daniel, thank you so very much for your precious comment, the congratulations on this incredible honor of POTD, and most of all, your prayers, which are so very much appreciated for my little sister, Blessings to you as well my dear friend <3
Kitchin Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 4:41 AM
BJ, congratulations on POTD. So sorry to hear about your sister's diagnosis. Prayers to your sister and your family.
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 8:37 PM
Thank you so much Tania, I am so honored her poem has received the POTD and pray more see it and pray for my precious sister. Thank you so very much for your comment, congratulations on this incredible honor, and most of all, your prayers <3
Cunningham Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 1:20 AM
Back with congratulations to you Bj on today's potd honour, well deserved too. Tom
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 8:34 PM
Tom, I am so honored by the wonderful POTD for this poem for my sister. I pray that even more will see this and pray for her! I just got off of the phone with her, it makes me cry. She said, "I feel more uplifted, I felt so alone, and now I feel that people are praying for me, so the prayers are helping!" This, before she knew of all the prayers from those here on the Soup, I am so very grateful for the prayers, and the POTD <3 Thank you Tom :)
Jones Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 1:16 AM
Praying for your sweet sister. God bless you both. Congratulations on a touching potd!
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Karen, thank you for your visit, comment and especially your prayers, which mean the world to me. I am truly honored by this POTD honor for my sister <3 I pray the Lord allows more to see my prayer for my sister, and join in on her behalf in lifting her up. God bless you my sweet friend!
Seeker Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 1:06 AM
Healing prayers coming your way, Legros, God bless. Congratulations on POTD
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 7:58 PM
Thank you so very much Unseeking Seeker, for your visit, and comforting comment. The amazing honor of POTD on this poem is simply astounding, I am so honored and blessed.
Edmonds  Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Will pray for your sister Bj, I sincerely hope that all goes well… Beryl
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 7:54 PM
Thank you so much Beryl, your prayer is so appreciated, as is your visit, and your comforting words. We appreciate the prayers so very much <3
Leiser Avatar
May 16, 2026 at 8:38 PM
I was so touched by your powerful poetic prayer-poem, filled with gospel truth, for your sister, Bj. I lost my only sister two years ago, so I pray God will grant healing to your dear sister! This was a blessing to read, thank you!
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 7:52 PM
Laura, thank you dear sister, for your visit comment and prayers. The Gospel is the comfort we could never make it without, our hope is in Jesus, that is for certain, through the best and worst of times. At this moment, which comes to all of us on this sphere, His grace, salvation, and hope is exactly like standing on the rock of our salvation. Thank you so much. Please keep praying for my sister and family, we so appreciate! God bless you <3
Wolf Avatar
May 16, 2026 at 8:25 PM
This is so beautiful, Bj. A FAVE for me... May your sister have a 'miraculous healing,' speedy and complete. ~ Gershon
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 7:47 PM
Gershon, your words, your prayers, your comment and presence on here and FAVE mean more to me, than I can even say. I am comforted by your comment more than I can even say. I pray blessings on you and your family my dear friend, God bless you, and keep you, and your beloved family <3
Hind Avatar
May 16, 2026 at 6:49 PM
This is so beautiful, wow I am tearing up. Prayers to you all
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 7:45 PM
Thank you so very much Paige, your visit, comment, and more than anything, your prayers are so greatly appreciated, more than words can say. thank you so very much. Hugs to you <3
Dietrich Avatar
May 16, 2026 at 6:29 PM
Oh BJ this is so touching. I pray your sister will be saved to sojourn on the earth a while longer. This is one of the best prayer poems I ever read so I am faving it as well. There are things I would advise your sister to take to help her. Essiac tea is one. I get the best kind. If you want the phone number for it, just soup ail me. I have used it preventively for 10 years without fail ever since I had level 2 breast cancer. Also soursop fruit is very good but you have to get a good brand!
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 7:37 PM
Thank you sweet Andrea, your presence here through your visit, comment and prayer, is so comforting and uplifting to me <3 I will look those items up, and yes, if you soupmail me the information, I will be on it quickly. Your comment reminds me, yes, you are a cancer survivor, and a strength to me more than ever. Your testimony stands like a beacon in this dark moment, thank you so much! I am so grateful for your prayers as is she <3 God bless you my sweet sister <3
Buehler Avatar
May 16, 2026 at 6:18 PM
Dear BJ, your prayer is so beautiful, and full of faith, caring, love and devotion. Know that your little sister is in my heartfelt prayers. The Lord can do anything. God bless your sister, and you and your family.
Buehler Avatar
May 18, 2026 at 1:44 PM
Dear BJ, I am offering heartfelt prayers for your little sister, and I am glad that they are of comfort. Although I don't live near hills or the sea, I have lived in countless places, through the magic of writing and imagination, and my love of nature. Little sister Sunshine and Blossom of the Sea are such pretty names! Belated Congratulations on POTD.
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Thank you dear Evelyn, for your comforting visit, comment, and mostly, for your prayers for my sister, that means the world to me <3 God bless you as well Evelyn. I remember somehow, I have come to believe from reading poems you have written in the past that you live in the vicinity of our old hometown where my little sister was born. As you watch the sunsets over the golden hills, and breathe the mists off the bay, may the Lord bring her to your thoughts. She is not only my little sister Sunshine, but our precious Blossom of the Sea <3
Poet Avatar
May 16, 2026 at 2:23 PM
This poetry is quite wonderful. Very gloomy, and I can feel it as well. You make an excellent sister, dear BJ. I understand how much she's struggling. I'll keep your sister in my prayers. Have trust that God can do wonders.
Legros Kelley Avatar
May 17, 2026 at 7:28 PM
Thank you, so much dear friend Sotto, your words comfort and lift my heart. She has been facing so much of late, the storms that seem to just want to put Sunshine's light out, but she will shine ever brighter as she trusts in God through these storms. God can heal, and I do pray in the name of Jesus, that she is healed. Thank you so much for your prayers, they mean so much to her, and all of her family. Please continue those precious prayers on her behalf, and may our Lord bless you!
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