You Are With Me

By Lisa F. Lee

I know you are with me today, Lord.

 

I can hear you in the things I’m learning

like a clear bell ringing in the distance

I can see you in the affirmation of a smile, 

a reassuring look

and I know that you’ve sent others ahead

to help guide me–

Teach me what you’ve shown them

 

I know you are with me today, Lord.

 

I can feel you in the embrace of a friend

after sharing

An embrace that’s warm, yet firm

with strength behind it

from being tested by life’s trials

 

I know you are with me today, Lord.

 

Stay near

Stay close

Watch over those that I love

Help me not be afraid to take the next step

Nudge me, if you have to

 

I know you are with me today, Lord.

And I love you.

Amen

Feb. 2, 2017