The Gradual Loosening of the Tongue

So many of us have been through so much
in these recent years of covid, its been so hard
personally been horrendous with my stammer
so difficult not getting out feeling so barred

It seemed I was stuck in a rut
even when restrictions lifted, words block
but continue to seek the Lord for release
nothing was coming as I continued to knock

When mask wearing was last to go
people didn't make out what you say
it seemed so difficult to be free
crying Lord help me to with you stay

Then in April '22, the Lord came down
in Ireland on holiday touched my tongue
among others there in our hols group
felt ease and calm deep in my lungs

Since then speaking has been nearly new
getting out again to the coffee shop on my own
the gradual loosening of my tongue had came
blessed be my great God, answers my very groan!

(My thoughts on recent personal answered prayer that has turned my life around again by the merciful grace of God.)
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Callus Avatar
July 30, 2022 at 2:48 AM
At first I thought you were referring to Pentecost, Gordon, till I saw the date and realized that April was too early for that! Glad that your life has been turned round again thanks to faith and prayer. ~ Best regards // paul
Mcconnell Avatar
July 30, 2022 at 3:22 AM
Thanks Paul, I think I'm rather old for pentecost!! Thanks again for your kind words and trust summer is good in my favourite island, it's lovely and sunny over here in Scotland in the past week. Blessings always,Gordon
Tor Avatar
July 28, 2022 at 8:32 PM
Gordon he is the great Healer my friend, and once again his love for his children is shown by this healing. Your prayers he listened to and acted on. This writing of yours is a favorite for me. Thank you for sharing and God keep blessing you in health, and in joy...
Mcconnell Avatar
July 29, 2022 at 3:28 AM
Thanks Michael, Glad you enjoyed this piece and you find this a favourite of yours. God bless you, Gordon
Bell Avatar
July 28, 2022 at 2:44 PM
I am rejoicing with you, Gordon...for God Always comes through for those that Believe! We all go through the 'valleys' but, Praise God, who never leaves us, only for a time! Then He lifts us up with Arms of Love and Encouragement as we draw closer and into a even deeper relationship with Him. Bless you as you...Press-on! luv~
Mcconnell Avatar
July 28, 2022 at 6:36 PM
Thanks again Joyce, Glad you are rejoicing with me and pleased to know you're a believer too with me. Blessings always,Gordon
Proxenos Avatar
July 28, 2022 at 12:14 PM
Just what i said in my previous comment , God will always be there for you, for you are there for Him always. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer
Mcconnell Avatar
July 28, 2022 at 12:21 PM
Thanks again Jenny, you're such an encouraging and good friend. Blessings and hugs,Gordon
Pandit Avatar
July 27, 2022 at 1:44 PM
Glad you have returned to your self after these trying days of pandemic. Touching verses of grace and gratitude, Gordon.
Mcconnell Avatar
July 27, 2022 at 1:46 PM
Thanks Vijay, Glad you enjoyed this one, blessings always, Gordon
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