John Alexander lives in Frisco, Texas with his beautiful wife and his Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Visit Quiet Time Rhymes
Life’s Best By John Alexander Sometimes perplexed by what to say, I seldom try to lead or sway. Instead, I try to share my heart, Reach out with words, God’s love impart.
Faith
By John Alexander As I contemplated the topic of Seasons of Faith, I was drawn to those times in my life when I needed the Lord the most to get me through. Those times when circumstances beyond my control come into my life and I reached out to God with faith that He would see me through the storm came to mind. I am reminded of high school football practice when the coach would put us through a “gut check.” He helped us learn our strength, endurance, and perseverance. It was hard going through it, but we came out on the other side knowing that we were strong. Enduring tough times beyond our control stretches us and grows our faith. One of those times hit mid-February when my wife had an unexpected emergency heart bypass surgery. Thankfully, the COVID-19 restrictions were lifted just enough that I could be by her side all day every day in the ICU and then the hospital room as she pulled through. The first twenty-four hours after the surgery were touch and go. Praise the Lord, she’s now recovering well at home as I write this. I pray your faith is strong and that you will find peace in the midst of storms that come into your life. I’d like to share a few poems that speak of those times.
I don’t know what you’re going through. I know God’s love is there for you. He’s helped me walk through times of stress, He brings me peace and not distress. Regardless of what life will bring, The Lord will help my heart to sing. Although I don’t know who you are, Or whether you’re from near or far, I lift a prayer this day for you. I pray you know God’s love is true. I pray this day that you are blessed, And know God’s love, life at its best.
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