A Hand Along the Journey: Poems for the King from One Pilgrim to Another

Luke 2:15 "...Let us now go even unto Bethlehem, and see this thing which is come to pass, which the Lord hath made known unto us." Can you see yourself at eventide In the stable long ago? The hay filled manger stand beside, As all your soul gazes to know  More of the tiny One who sleeps, Yet secrets of the ages keeps. Can you see yourself in Joseph's stead - Honorable, obedient carpenter, The little family's earthly head? Can you see yourself in Mary's place -  The wonderment of motherhood  Traced in the soft love on her face? Oh, stay awhile, and then some more; The stable has a place for all Who love the great Incarnate Lord. Your name the still, small Voice does call. The swaddled baby come and touch; He came because He loves you much. Imagine, as though you were there, Every detail of that night. All you are, pour out in prayer As you kneel to look by firelight. The wonder of God's precious Gift, Ever let it your soul lift. Can you see yourself at eventid...

  May you be blessed by the song, "Almost Home" at the following link: https://youtu.be/vHwF5a9MSe4?si=XCdyweIp2KDv1gYs A year ago today, your "Almost Home" began, As your life here entered its final bend. The stroke that occurred and all that ensued... Jesus carried you through; you persevered and endured. We wish the road hadn't been so rough, But in all the hard changes, you found Him enough. We're grateful He worked out all the ways For us to be with you through your final days. The family you loved misses you greatly; Days like today highlight sharply That we're made for forever, And guaranteed Heaven by faith in our Savior. So this morning we ask Him to give you our love, Dear Mama, Grandma, Sister above. The love you stitched into each of our lives Is knotted tight in eternity's reprise. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 "For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inwa...