I Was There by God’s Grace
By Effie Darlene Barba
Across the room I saw her there
Seated in that chemo chair
I knew too well that empty stare
For I was there, yes, I was there
portrait used with permission 123rf.com
I crossed the room with gentle smile
To hold her hand, a little while
God’s love was all I had to share
For I was there, yes, I was there
She found Christ that day through me
While angels sung in Jubilee
And then I sat my chemo chair
As I was there, yes, I was there
Chorus
Would I lift up this cross?
And face all this loss
Would I willingly face all this pain?
Would I love you the same?
Though I don’t know your name
If I knew that my loss was your gain
Let God’s joy fill my heart
While His love I impart
Til I see your salvation is won
Let me show you His face
His love and His Grace
Let me point you to Christ, God’s dear son
The last two days we have been looking at grief, pain, and sorrow through a bigger lens. My question has been, “is there any sorrow to great to bear for the salvation of one soul?” If my trials, tribulations and sorrows are used by God to bring even one person to Christ; wouldn’t it be worth every tear I have shed? If my entire lifetime is but a split second in time compared to eternity; why wouldn’t I be willing to suffer a lifetime, if need be, so that one person might spend an eternity in the presence of God being showered with love, joy and glory? If I see my trials as God’s means to spread Grace to a world in need; wouldn’t I face trials differently? Are my trials an act of God’s Grace and Love to me and to the world? If I know that; then, why a gloomy face? Shouldn’t that knowledge fill my heart with joy, hope, compassion, and love? Yes, indeed; and that I learned through many tears and sorrows. God is my greatest treasure and my joy!! We are at day 28 of this 30 day prayer challenge. How have you been doing? I will return to my 3 day a week posting this week; but, I do encourage you to spend time alone with God every day.
The artist that drew the picture “A Broken and Contrite Heart” featured on my header Please go to his website ( http://www.barba-art.com) for information regarding obtaining copies or to commission him to create a masterpiece for you. Feel free to email him at Ron@Barba-Art.com to discuss any art projects.
©2015 Effie Darlene Barba
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