Wednesday, April 27, 2016

on second thought.

maybe i spoke too soon,
sitting in my harshness, 
only looking for 
sharp edges. 

what about the softness that 
i claim?
did i recognize that in you?
i did, but i did not 
acknowledge it. 

i am sorry. 

your incredibly tender heart 
pulsing for 
His Word, 
the Gospel, 
it moves you every time 
you speak of it-
which is 
a lot. 

when is the last time 
Scriptures brought 
me to tears?

i love that in you. 

i love that 
you love my children,
speaking to them 
in their language- 
gentleness, 
playfulness, 
and laughter.
i love to see your 
powerful form
on the floor,
submitted to the 
tumble of little elbows 
and knees 
crawling on top of you 
without 
fear.

you are gentle. 
you are a great story teller. 
you do hold wisdom
found in rare 
seasons of being broken 
and then rebuilt. 

that is wisdom i can respect. 

i will focus more on these things
remembering that our Father
covers my own 
multitude 
with His love. 

i can do the same. 

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