Ignite Portland Documentary Short
Jan 21, 2015
First story
This may be early for some, but it is 21 September 2013 in my part of the world already and I offer this for the everyday peace of a few moments solace.
A Simple Respite
Father, may I sit
and take my rest
here,
at Your House of Splendour?
I pray,
You allow me
this pause,
to catch my breath
and let my day
drain out of me
I have returned
from my labour
and come bearing
the work of my day
I humbly present
my earnings
and seek only
a sign
of Your approval
Your gentle frown
tells me I have it
Blest,
another side of me emerges:
Father, may I sit
here,
in the shade
of a palm leaf?
To shelter,
from the blazing sun
the afternoon heat
the walk up home
and my daily chores
A gentle breeze
stirs the air,
cooling my body
Recovering myself
I say:
My Lord,
I thank You
for letting me in
and granting me blessings
I will return,
to thank You
and tell You
how much pleasure
they gave us
I pray
I depart
in Your good graces
and will come back tomorrow
to keep you company.