light a candle
In the Francis Chapel there sat a shallow bowl of sand. Sitting beside it, a pottery piece containing small white candles and a box of matches.
Open during the day, the chapel’s door welcomed any who needed a place of solace, a quiet space to meditate, think, be still and pray.
A haven of serenity where a still small voice could be heard.
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Angel Wings and Heaven, Freedom to Shine, Living Christianity, Masterpieces: Literary Workshop, Reaching Out : A Christian Mission , Safe Haven, Spiritual Art, The Healing Journey, WMG and You're AcceptedWhen times were troubled and my heart torn
I oft used to go there, to lay them before
the One, the Creator, problem solver extraordinaire
light a candle say a prayer
I’d leave them at the foot of the cross
pray a few words, cry out my needs
then unburdened I’d stand and quietly leave
my heart stilled, faith renewed, freed…
Then later I’d return to light another one
to pray another prayer
a thank you for miracles done
and the Grace of the Son!
Praise God!
© Jan Stead JEMproductions, 2009
Kristina K
lovely words jan, well written :))) k
Jan Stead JEMp... replied
Really?? I wasn’t too sure…felt it might be a bit twee and forced, if you know what I mean.
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Partly cos I had to work on this one. Usually any that are any good simply ‘come’...and then I don’t think they’re ‘mine’! Does that make sense?
But thank you for your kind words and praise…I’ll take it any day, any way almost I can get it!
: )
Marie Sharp
Amen! The amazing power of prayer…..to renew, calm our spirit and remind us of our freedom in Christ! Thank you, Jan, for an inspirational verse to begin my day.xxx