The following is meant to be read as a call and response in a community of faith facing struggles, everyday and extraordinary.
Shepherd and Savior of Israel, Creator of the world, I hope in you.
Compassionate Redeemer, you who live in Jesus Christ, apart from you life is empty.
From the lips of family and friends, I heave heard of you.
In experience, marked by routine and surprise, I have felt the brush of your presence.
But Divine Friend, there is an absence in your presence that makes me uneasy… There are marvelous moments of happiness when we experience your sun-like brightness and warmth.
But there is the night! What do you do in the night? Must there be these long hours when the rays of your love are unseen? Darkness and light may be the same for you; for us however, the darkness is scary and uncertain. Maker of the universe, do you know how hard it is just to face
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thank you for putting this on your blog. it is certainly a timely lament for many of us.
I think somehow, esp for laments, confessions, pleads – difficult or negative feelings – having others’ words is helpful. When you need to lament or grieve or confess, it seems so helpful to have structure and truth in words already present for you.