Refreshing Hope

Shaded memories falling
unused against the scarred,
disturbing shadows comfort,
his fresh hope now is marred.

His bitter thoughts are dwelling
in the dark places of his heart,
corrupting love with scarlet stain,
wounding – is only just the start.

Connections beauty fading
lost to tension and his strain,
joy of his life is rusting
in amongst his hidden pain…

Into his dusty valley
came light and grace and hope,
embracing his dilemma's
with deep love beyond his scope.

Refreshing life through mercy
found in a Saviour scarred,
removing shadows danger,
fresh hope, safely will He guard.

Note: Sometimes we hide in the shadows of self-pity, enjoying the brief comfort that it brings. However, it is destroying hope and deep joy. Instead, we need to bring the deep places of our heart into God's light and grace – for God will safely guard our hope and bring deep and lasting joy.