My Journey to God

Courage

It takes a lot of courage
To face who I am.
I must quiet my soul
And enter into another realm.

It takes a lot of courage
To admit that I’ve been wrong,
To face another person
And turn my sin into a love song.

It takes a lot of courage
To ask God on bended knee
To forgive all my sinfulness
And shed his grace on me.

It takes a lot of courage
To get up and start anew,
But God’s mercy and forgiveness
Give me a different view.

I cherish the love I’m given.
It is grace to battle on.
As long as I live in this world,
Through courage, the battle is won.

By Sandy Bierly

(Sandy Bierly is a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in New Albany.) †

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