Afraid

I sense you calling.
Deeper and deeper.
Bringing light into dark places.
Soothing, healing, freeing.

I sense you calling
as you did to Adam.
and I am afraid.
for I too am naked.

Be gentle O lover of my soul!
for there are places that still hurt
places where I would rather you not go
and still I sense you calling.

as surely as I know that your light brings life
I want it; I want you to come.
Do not let my fears stand in the way
but be gentle.

Hold me tight.
Soothe me with your gentle voice.
Tell me all is well.
and never let me go.

Let me find you in the gentle breezes,
soft are the sighs of the morning air.
breathe new life into my soul
teach me to surrender.

Be still my soul for the bridegroom comes.

Lent 2021