Again?

It’s hard again
And the loneliness
Abrades the skin and soul
I am yours
With assurance I am whole
But not today
The saints seem
All so far away
And claiming victory
Even in the smallest things
While I doubt much
And fear the strokes
That chastening brings.
But Father this is just
Denial of your love
You feel and touch
And timely send your
Rescue from above
Mine to wait and watch
And speak those words
Of timeless writ
Til I see the joy of it.

Doug, this sounds so depressing. Can't you write something more cheerful and uplifting? Something...IDK? Fluffier? Cheerful? Breezy? Whimsical? No joy? C'mon....there's gotta' be some joy?
Doubts? Fears? Please explain this piece to those who are looking for encouragement, edifying, uplifting, please we don't understand.

The troll under the bridge has been reading Hebrews 12. Twice...and a little smile released.

So that's what "gives" Blair?" I think I see:) Love you bro' and best regards to the folk under the bridge save a spot for me will ya'?


https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Hebrews+12