The Tides of Change and Hope #1520

The Tides of Change and Hope Overflowing with hope, through the power of the Holy Spirit, Passion ignites, a new life within, as our outer selves decay. We cannot become what we dream by clinging to what we are, Great reserves of potential lie unexplored within our depths. Release them, for nothing troubles as much as our own thoughts, Guard the hope in Christ from the world's shifting sands. “May the God of hope fill you with joy and peace in believing, So that by the Spirit's power, you may abound in hope.” Change is the tide, inevitable, bringing progress on its waves, No longer accept what cannot be changed, but alter what you can't accept. Life is close, demanding action—get up and shape it anew, For change in our thoughts paves the way to transformation. In the currents of change, our direction emerges clear, Resistance fades when we focus on the gains, not the losses. We feast on lies in our darkest hours, yet still, we don’t give up, Even as our outer shell crumbles, our inner being renews each day. Passion must burn, for lack of it is fatal, So, embrace the flux, let hope overflow, In every change, find the light within, For the Spirit guides, renewing us day by day. Written by Steven G. Lee (May 26, 2024)