His Presence Within

 

 God never sends sorrow without joy,

Nor the sun without the rain.

He never gives us a cross too heavy

That we can't bear the pain.

 

He is always present within our hearts,

Whispering encouragement to you and me.

He lifts us up when we are down

And listens to our humble pleas.

 

Who else would have the patience

To listen to our complaints,

Yet hold us close to His gentle heart

And love us without restraint?

 

There is always another river to cross

And another mountain to climb.

If we but put our trust in Him,

We'll be filled with His love sublime.

 

His arms are always opened wide,
Waiting patiently to embrace

Troubled souls like you and me

And to fill us with His grace.

 

When despair and sadness come our way,
Just always remember this...

Tomorrow or another day soon

We'll be filled with happiness and bliss.

 

~ Shirley Hile Powell

 

You have made known to me

the paths of life; You will find me

with joy in Your presence.

Acts 2:28