Since When

For a good friend who refused to quit.

 

Since when do we stop praying

before the answer is received?

And in the raging battle

since when do God’s saints flee?

When others count upon us

to fight when they cannot

Shall we toss down sword and shield?

No, the Bride will not!

 

We’ll not go back again

to regain hard-won ground

We’ll stand if we can’t climb

until the strength we’ve found

We’ll hold each other up

and carry those who fall

And if perchance we’re wounded

Then, by God, we’ll crawl

 

So shall we take our ease

because our schedule is too full?

Or can we “just this once”

get someone else our weight to pull?

Well maybe just this once…

and then our battle’s lost!

Since when do we stop praying?

The answer… We do not!

Reviews

[Jamie S.]

Oh I just love the inspiration and strength in this write! It reads aloud beautifly and youve picked a wonderful title. Youve brought a tear to my eye, a lump in my throat and warmth to my heart :)

[Emily B]

right on schedule!!! thanks for bringing it forward :)

[Emily B]

Thanks for featuring this. It had been a while since I read it last. I was glad to come to it again.

[Emily B]

I love your words. Gentle reminders for backsliders everywhere.

[Carole]

Excellent write, Ak. Pray without ceasing, the scripture says. I find I go 24/7 in this arena, by the very grace of God. Every where I look there are needs. This is a great spiritual warfare poem. Well done, my friend.