What’s on my mind this August 31st morning? As disastrous events continue to unfold around the world, I try to wash my mind of a sense of impending doom and rather focus on the goodness and love of people around the world. I am thankful for my faith in a loving, caring God who is my rock and, with my wife’s support, I am hopeful for the future. Faith and prayer are my shield against always circling fear and hopelessness.
my eyes rest
on the old crucifix
breaking news on TV
©️Al W Gallia
Psalm 4: 7 Many say, “May we see better times! LORD, show us the light of your face!” 8 But you have given my heart more joy than they have when grain and wine abound. 9 In peace I will lie down and fall asleep, for you alone, LORD, make me secure.
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Thanks for sharing your haibun and the Scripture selection. Agreed — it’s hard enough with our faith; without our faith how could anyone handle this??
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So true! Blessings and peace.
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Well said—Faith and prayer are the best shield against fear and hopelessness.
“What, then, shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?”
– Romans 8:31
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Hi, Neena! Thanks for your confirming response. Good people of faith around the world are armed with this shield and completely trust in a just and loving God.
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