Worked in the kitchen.
Suddenly the words and music
Stopped me, gripped me.
I was overcome with the
Realization that I need God.
Perhaps William Henley* could be
The master of his fate and the
Captain of his soul, but not I.
I need to look beyond myself, for I
Am frail of body and mind and
Emotions, especially as I age.
And a generic "higher power" won't
Suffice.
I need a God to worship, One who
Delights in my singing and in
Hearing my prayers.
I need a personal, powerful God who
Wants me to know Him and who
Willingly carries my burdens.
I need a faithful Father who forgives me
And loves me to eternity and back.
I need a God like that.
*The author of INVICTUS