A poem called “Not There Yet”
Therefore since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” (Hebrews 12:1-2, NIV)
Not There Yet
Remember learning to walk?
Remember learning to talk?
There is always a beginning,
A newness to whatever we do.
Faith is like that.
We don’t just meet God and that’s that.
We take baby steps.
Each day is a new day for learning about ourselves and God.
If we open our hearts and minds, God will gradually find His way
Through our tangled webs to our hearts.
So don’t worry if we feel
We’re not there yet.
We never are.
Life is a period of time for becoming who we are.
Open our hearts to God and He will do the rest.
©Janis Cox
Hi friends,
At the age of 77, I can say that life has been an adventure. But I am certainly not there yet. I have plans to publish more books in the coming years.
Today I’ll remind you of a new children’s book, Two Sisters: the story of Mary and Martha.
When I first decided to follow Jesus – really follow, I was led to a book called, Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World by Joanna Weaver. From thoughts after studying the book and how my life has changed, I wrote a children’s story based on Luke 10:38-42.
This children’s book is for ages 6 and up.
I also did the artwork and added activities for children at the back of the book.
To buy
May I pray for you and me?
Lord, we know life is a journey. Each day is new. Open our hearts and minds to grow closer to You each day. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
