My Dark Knight

Sometimes I wonder if God does His part,
like when I pray and pray, and nothing hear,
an empty silence steels over my heart,
the dark night of my soul is gripped with fear.

My past looms up, the poor-choice sins I’ve made,
confessed, forgiven, still they nag at me,
and desperate now, I beg God for His aid,
no place to go, I’m driven to my knee.

I know You often work in secret, Lord,
You say, “Be not afraid, trust Me, be strong,
someday I’ll let you see your prayer’s reward,
sometimes your prayer and fasting must be long.”

So patient prayer and quiet faith I bring,
Your love and mercy answer everything.

                       by Pete Voelz     2/25/14