Friday, January 17, 2014

Inner Demons

Mind swollen-
Can't let it rest
Eyes bolted-
Shut out the light
Voice silenced-
Wouldn't change much
Heart burdened-
Drag your own weight
Fists clenching-
Shouldn't let go
Demons swarm- 

Cry out to God

Will He hear me? He's silent!
Yet He speaks 

Has He noticed? He's busy!
He sees all

Can I trust Him? He is lax!
He sleeps not

Did He lift chains? He's more weight!
He bore nails

Is the past His? He forgot!
He holds time

Where is He now? He is not!
Where am I?

God, help me!

One presence within my own synchronizes
A wave of relief swells and rocks my thoughts
I look and perceive hills of rich sunrise
My lips now pronounce precious prayers and laud
Now aided with wings resurrected, fly-
Soul surgery for open hands held high



Saturday, January 11, 2014

Spirit Rain


Wrapped in sheets so warm
Time stands still, frozen in ice
Draw away from the storm-
Away from life's fallen lies

Memories and feelings haunt, unbidden
Like inevitable puddles, reflecting the soul
Search out a kindred mind within-
A manifestation to console

Where shall I go from your Spirit?
Or where shall I flee from your presence?
Behold, the oasis I inherit-
Soak my skin, oh tears from the heavens!