But For Thee

A poem of gratitude for God's patience.

You're there for me
in the dark of night
when I find I can not sleep.
You comfort me,
Take on my fright;
you listen while I weep.

You take my hand
when I'm dismayed
and facing the unknown.
You hold me up
when I'm afraid;
Let me know I'm not alone.

Oh God, but for thee.
I could never stand the pain.
Thank you God,
For you've rescued me
Without judgment without blame.

You are my strength
When I am weak;
You help me to stand tall.
You push me through
When life is bleak;
You help me face it all.

You allow me to see
The once unseeable,
The hope beneath the fear.
You speak to me
In a voice inaudible
Yet a voice that I can hear.

Oh God, but for thee
I could never stand the pain.
Thank you God,
For you've rescued me
Without judgment without blame.

God, I give my thanks,
For your faith in me
Throughout my faithlessness.
For your patience Lord,
on bended knee,
I pray my gratefulness.

Yet, one more time,
I repent my sin,
And know you will forgive.
I recommit my Lord,
From deep within,
It is you for which I live.

Oh God, but for thee
I could never stand the pain.
Thank you God,
For you've rescued me,
Without judgment without blame.
© Linda Troxell 02/2017