Striving

Far too often I worry about what I can do for God
or what I need Him to do for me.

Far too often I think about how hard life is
or how unfair that Christian should have to endure so much.

Far too often I try to demonstrate my worth thru work
and ‘take care’ of my problems with striving.

I strive but do not rest. I strive but do not enjoy
the simple beauty and love of the Lord.

But when I stop and think on the Lord:
All that He has said and all that He has done.
I am amazed. I rejoice.

Striving strips my soul bare,
leaves me empty and dry.
Resting and trusting and especially gazing on His beauty…

…replaces my fear with faith
and brings contentment and joy to my soul.
O how I love the Lord God Almighty.
In You Lord I rejoice!