Eternal Light: A Journey Through Faith and Redemption #618

Eternal Light: A Journey Through Faith and Redemption In the tapestry of life, woven with threads of strife, God's plan unfolds, a purpose for each knife. Through pain, through suffering, through darkest night, God’s promise shines, a beacon of unending light. "Don't give up," whispers the wind, a divine refrain, For in the arms of the Almighty, we're sheltered from the rain. To die before dying, a secret profound, In Christ, a life eternal, a love unbound. To live is Christ, to die is gain, A truth so sweet, amidst the pain. Jesus, the Good News, our heart's song, In His love, we find where we truly belong. With Christ, we've died, to rise anew, Belief in resurrection, our steadfast clue. Death, once a master, now holds no sway, In Jesus, we live, in light's pure array. Selfishness, a poverty of heart's estate, Brings turmoil and trouble, opening strife's gate. Yet, in this temple of flesh and bone, God's spirit dwells, in love alone. Jesus in the temple, with zeal so bright, Cleansed it of traders, restoring its light. "My house, a prayer's home," He declared, Against greed and corruption, none spared. So let us live, dead to sin, alive in grace, In God's loving presence, our eternal place. This journey, a quest, to find life's true essence, In Christ alone, our hope and quintessence. Share this poem, let its message flow, To hearts in need, let God's love show. A beacon of hope, in darkness, a light, In Jesus, our joy, our eternal delight. Written by Steven G. Lee (March 20, 2024)