I wrote this prayer several years ago, but I needed to be reminded as I go through this time in my life - so I decided to share it here in case anyone else has forgotten who they can run to.

Father,

I thank You for the Blessings

That You have given me

Even though sometimes

A blessing is hard to see

But right this very minute

And even with the pain

I have to get down on my knees

And thank You once again

For I had truly forgotten

The power of a prayer

Until I felt so broken

I wondered if You cared

I fell to bended knee

My forehead to the floor

I called to You my Father

“I can’t take this anymore”

I can’t do this on my own

I’m not strong enough to cope

I am frightened, scared and lonely

I’m afraid I’ve lost my hope

I need You, my Father

To lead me through this fear

To give me courage and wisdom

To let me know You’re here

And as I lay there weeping

In my head I heard

The very faintest whisper, Lord

Like the wings of a bird

And I knew in that moment

That You were by my side

Giving me your comfort

Reminding me You would guide

You had never left me, Lord

It was I who turned away

And I never will forget

All I have to do is pray. 

 –Patti Goldenson