Today’s lament

What’s this pit in my stomach, God?
Where has my equilibrium gone?
Why does my trust waver?
Events, some which have not yet transpired, fill me with fear.
The writing – bold crude graffiti – seems to be on the walls
Surrounding my thoughts
Love, break through
Hope, shine relentlessly into this darkness
Unity, remind us of our humanness, our oneness, our sameness
Forgive my doubt
Do I have the strength of faith to endure world war?
Do we have the will to avoid it?
Release me from this strangling cord of despair.
Release us from our hatred of one another.
Open my heart to you
Open our hearts to love
One more day
Everyday

Photo: Zimbabwe sunrise, Tod Gobledale

Previously published by the Progressive Christian Network Britain