Feel for God

O God, You are so very far away,
in thought and prayer, how do we come to grips?
I can but glimpse Your features while I pray,
I barely touch You with my fingertips.

I meet You but You're such a mystery,
I know You but I do not understand,
Though far, I find You are still close to me,
when I'm in need, I sense You take my hand.

In dark of night You're closest to me, yet
I'm filled with light when You give me Your grace,
You want to visit closer if I let
You in my heart to feel Your warm embrace.

I love You best when we have more than kissed,
as I receive You, Lord, in Eucharist.

                             -- by Pete Voelz       2/09
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