Storm Clouds

 

I cannot say that I am glad when storm clouds come,

When days and nights are burdensome and long.

I like the peacefulness of sunny days

When life is bright and in my heart's a song.

 

And yet... I know the wisdom I have learned

Or any courage that my life displays

Was  never gained in golden sunlit hours

But rather grew from dark and stormy days.

 

I've felt God's presence closer 'mid the storm

As I relied on Him to guide my way

And through my trials found a stronger faith

Enabling me to better face each day.

 

And so, I would not ask God not to send

Those testings fashioned by is His loving hand

For all things work together for my good

And things once questioned... now I understand.

 

~ Beverly J. Anderson