Solid Rock

When you life is shaken, who will be the solid rock on which you stand?

I am nothing but a wind-tossed wave in the sea,

Crashing violently upon the rocky shore.

I've taken a beating, once, twice,

But life always finds a way to dish out more.

I feel like I'm in quicksand too quick for me,

And my tired feet can't get me out.

But though my knees shake and I'm very weak,

I'm choosing to trust, silencing my doubt.

I am but a boat adrift in the ocean,

My tether's been cut, no land in sight,

And though I feel lost, a storm fast approaching,

I'll trust in his spirit and not my own might.

When I'm at the end of my fraying rope,

And darkness threatens to encompass me,

I'll keep my eyes on the light and the truth,

Until Jesus's face is all I can see.

Life is an earthquake breaking foundations,

But I'm not alone, he's holding my hand.

On Christ the solid rock I stand,

And all other ground is sinking sand.

Reviews

[emmajoygreen]

There are times like now - whilst reading your gently laid words, that faith still proves it still has a strong place in people;s hearts and minds. Faith is the sun and stars spreading warmth and light to those looking for comfort. You, Dianne, are spreading your own light by sharing your words with your reviewers who can stand with you if they need to, if they can be inspired to do so Thank you.

[Neville]

without faith and hope we are indeed lost .. a little bit of charity and of course love helps disproportionately swing the balance .. nicely poemed my young friend .. I hope to sample more of your ink in due course .. Neville

[Dianne S Penfold]

Thank you for stopping by to read. ☺️

[jacob erin-cilberto]

faith is often that branch that is extended to help pull us out of the quicksand of life and conscience.
Emily Dickinson claimed to Not Believe but she wished she could because that lifeline was not there for her.
We have to drop anchor with some belief.
j.

[Dianne S Penfold]

Indeed we do. Faith is definitely an anchor when our boat is wind tossed.

[light and ashes]

Inspiring faith, good for you, girl. Never let it go.
Yes, all other ground is sinking sand.
Always stay in your faith, and in the Bible, using His discernment, more than your own.
You will not live to regret it.
The abyss is so cold and empty.
Trust me, you don't want to go there.

[Dianne S Penfold]

Thank you. Sometimes we need to hold on to what we believe in more than ever! There are so many times where I've felt like I wanted to give up, but the lord has kept me going. His grace has saved me.

[Chris Shaw]

We all need a rock to lean on in troubled times. You have shown in this finely penned poem, how strong your faith is. I was pleased to stop by today.

Chris

[Dianne S Penfold]

Thank you so much for your review!