In the Depth

The bitter winds of a Midwest winter storm

Cut through my overcoat to chill my skin

As I leave the safety and the warm

And lean forward into the wind

Turning my collar to the blowing chill

Quickly heading toward the shelter

And the prospect of warmth within

I’ve studied the risks involved as I should

And firmly set my goal on the ultimate destination

I’ve prepared for the journey the best way I could

And insulated myself against the danger

I’ve set out bravely into elements out of my control

Trusting in my understanding of the risk

Hoping that I did all I could to prepare

So too the bitter winds of temptation

Cut through my senses from all directions

As I venture from my baptism into the world

And find myself resisting evil at every turn

Trying to divert my senses from its powerful pull

Looking for some shelter from its onslaught

Seeking the comfort of real meaning and truth

I’ve been prepared by my faith models

Who have shown me the right path through life

Who guided me with example, love and prayer

So I could set out into the world but be not of it

Fully trusting in my knowledge of the dangers and of my faith

Praying that He always be with me at all times

Jesus be with me to:

Help me during the depth of temptation

Guide me:

Through the depth of earthly distraction

Show me:

The depth of real truth and life

Strengthen me:

In the depth of my fears

Give me hope:

In the depth of my despair

Save me:

From the depth of my doubts

Show me:

The full depth of Your love

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