I Will Be There

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It is not the promise that I could live forever that won my heart to God, for to be honest there are times I am not sure I would want that gift even though it is offered. It is not the promise I will be forgiven, for as gracious as that may be, in my heart I doubt there are some things it could cover. No, what took my breath away was something a little less grand, but a promise I have found I have treasured most. When you need me, God said, I will be there. No matter what. No matter when. I will be there. A promise both given and kept: to a soul like mine, it is enough.

Image above: "Lorraine's Backyard" by Julie Christian Bender.

Words above by Steven Charleston, author of Hope As Old As Fire.

Posted by C. Robin Janning on September 4, 2012 5:43 PM | |
Comments (2)

A quite beautiful reflection - especially in times when one's heart is weary. Our God, in Christ, is an infinitely loving, caring God, who will never forsake us.

Ron Smith (added by ed.)

Posted by Father Ron [TypeKey Profile Page] | September 4, 2012 7:52 PM

Such reassuring words -- and a glorious image!

Diane Walker

Posted by Diane [TypeKey Profile Page] | September 8, 2012 11:54 AM

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