Tranquility Tonight

God tells me not to worry and to place my trust in him,
though my faith is strong as oak or steel,
sometimes I'm weak within.  

I'm told he has a plan for me that only I can know,
but waiting for his answered prayer
is like waiting for grass to grow. 

Here I am, Lord, down on hands and knees,
asking you to lift these burdens,
plaguing me. 

Although it seems like you're a dream I can never quite discern,
my mind and soul help me uphold,
it's you, for whom I yearn.

As a runner for the finish line and a pilot towards a beacon,
to land his plane on safe terrain,
and birds return each season. 

Though lost, alone and sojourning in this land we don't belong,
I keep my eyes upon the prize, 
of that home for which we long.

Each step I take and stumble, like a child's first cradle crawl,
I lift and stretch and try to catch,
your smiling face before I fall.

With faith much like a mustard seed, growing in your Light,
I only ask, please let me bask,
in tranquility tonight.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Kalita Avatar
March 17, 2024 at 9:54 AM
Elegant, poignant and deep with such spiritual essence. Solitude and sublimity merge to compliment the pensive pen behind. Indepth with introspection to the core
Bowring Avatar
July 29, 2023 at 9:36 AM
A beautiful title for a beautiful poem Terrell. Your line, ‘ Though lost, alone and sojourning in this land we don’t belong’ I can so easily relate to as I feel that often. So enjoyed reading it. Thank you.
Martin Avatar
July 29, 2023 at 2:15 PM
Christina, thank you for reading and responding so favorably to "Tranquility." Every once in a blue moon the good Lord blesses with a poem that is uplifting not only to me but others as well. Thank you again and I owe you visit. Hope to see you soon & God bless, Terrell
Baker Avatar
July 26, 2023 at 3:13 PM
A FAV for my list, Terrell. Discerning God's will for our life and will in everyday situations, often takes great patience. I like the thought, watching grass grow, made me smile. When it's actually happens to me it is not humorous. Thanks for sharing a message that many will identify with. Write on my friend, Bill
Martin Avatar
July 29, 2023 at 2:10 PM
Hi Bill, apologies for taking so long to respond but life caught up with me these past few weeks. I've been dealing with REAL grass growing too fast with too much rain and taking time for some memoir writings as well. Thanks for the approval and as always, I owe you one! Peace brother, Terrell
Dietrich Avatar
July 14, 2023 at 4:30 PM
This is really good, Terrell. I am having a crisis of faith now. My son is in dire straits and my daughter may need chemo in addition to radiation for her cancer . It's all so sad for both my kids, still in their 40's!!
Martin Avatar
July 14, 2023 at 7:58 PM
Andrea, I'm overwhelmed and humbled that you're sharing such personal and difficult information with me. But I believe that God does work in mysterious ways and uses each of us as a conduit of his love wherever needed. I don't remember the exact verse, but I do know that ALL things work for the good for those who believe and TRUST in him. There are no accidents. Everything happens for a reason. God bless, Terrell
Merryman Avatar
July 14, 2023 at 11:52 AM
An honest heart-filled prayer, Terrell! Blessings, Kim M
Martin Avatar
July 14, 2023 at 7:47 PM
Thank you, Kim. I appreciate you stopping by and reading. I'm glad it touched you in some small way and I owe you a visit tomorrow (Saturday). Until then, thanks again! Terrell
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