There are so many times in life when we come upon things that trouble us, push us, cause us to doubt, and just make us wonder what in the world is going on. There are also times when we are given moments of great joy and excitement and happiness.

Many times it seems like the first group overwhelms the latter. It could be because we tend to dwell on the negative aspects of life and we seem to fail to acknowledge the good things in life. Either way, they are both from the Lord. Both bad and good; happiness and sorrow; suffering and prosperity. All these come from the same great God.

These poems are just that: instances in my life where the Lord has been evident. They are reflections on my sinful nature and the amazing, overwhelming grace and mercy of God. If the Lord uses these to help just one person, then I will be happy.