The drapes hang still at the window
 Gray skies peeking through the sheers
 I sip my morning coffee
 And my heart rests. 
 Not many hours of sleep last night
 But God can overcome
 Even weary eyes. 
 Clutter in every room
 Things where they don’t belong. 
 My to-do list runs down the page
 But I have peace with God. 
 Some days the stress overruns me. 
 Asthma flares as my chest tightens
 With anxiousness and overwhelm.
 My messy house reflects the state
 Of my restless heart. 

My fear might make me grip control
 But then I surrender again to God. 
 Choose to obey in the grit of life
 And he rewards obedient trust
                With peace. 

My home may be in disarray
 But my heart can smile
 And see the gorgeous purple trees,
 Taste rich hot coffee
                With joy.

My to-do list may never end
 But I can savor a moment of laughter
 And hold my love, 
 Rest in God’s presence, 
                 In love. 

 God, you are a Rock
     Who never shifts. 
 A cave on a mountainside
     Where I can duck in the sudden rain shower. 
 A spring of cool water
     When I’m scorched from summer heat. 
 You’re a Savior 
     Who holds my life secure
     Who walks with me into my future
     Who enjoys me in my present
     Who heals me in my past
     Who knew me before I was born
 

                  And I trust you. 

                                Always. 

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