Courage

I rise with the dawns light
Washed, again, in the glory of the Son
The dark ones blight
Holds no sway; the day’s first battle won

If I listen, I can hear
The tempting voice, the call to sloth
Pull up the covers, make the day disappear
But this burgeoning light can’t be hidden by cloth

I am suffused with impetus and desire
In a small sense, from the morning light
In the larger, I am consumed with holy fire
Today is not a day meant for “I might…”

Today is the day that Lord has made
I will rejoice and be glad forever
He has an army just for my aid
A sure and present help for every endeavor

Armed with the confidence of the One I confide in
Knowing that when I stumble, I am lifted
For every miss of the mark, every stain of sin
His forgiveness and grace are ever gifted

When I woke, feeling unsure in my endeavor
Stumbling, weak, tempted to feel unwanted
He gently reminded me that no, not ever
Will he leave my side. I am undaunted.

- A Hopeful Traveler

"It takes courage to grow up and become who you really are. "
e. e. cummings