In the Healing That We Seek

In the healing that we seek
 or support we need when weak,
can we find relief from bleak despair
 or answers to our prayers?
But love builds up so that we
 may endure adversity,
and despite the restless winds of chance,
 a seed of hope implants.

When in suff'ring we're alone
 or encounter hearts of stone,
we know even in our brokenness
 God does not love us less.
Not a punishment to bear;
 God will work through those who care
just as Christ restored tormented souls
 and made their spirits whole.

There are scars that we inflict
 when our scornful tongues afflict;
yet if words can hurt, then words can heal
 and injury repeal.
Or if social structures wound,
 leaving dignity impugned,
can we recognize the part we play
 and shape a better way?

In our anguish and our pain, 
 God does not unmoved remain,
but will act to bind life's random strands
 through helping arms and hands.
Though the outer fades away,
 inner faith renews each day,
when we look past the infirmity
 and deeper value see.

Text: © Allan Baer, 2016
290 Indian Rd Kingston ON Canada K7M 1T8 
email: allanbaer7@gmail.com
website: www.crossroadsunited.ca/spirit