BE STILL AND KNOW (c) Copyright 2010

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Inspired by the song "Rest In His Promise" by David Ruis

BE STILL AND KNOW (c) Copyright 2010

When day turns to night
And looming shadows grow
When the wages of sin (in the world) begin to show
Be still and know... that He is God

When all around vile rivers flow
Of battles raging to and fro
Be still and know... that He is God

When death is sought more than life
A desperate escape from fear and strife
When godlessness grows and godliness goes
Be still and know... that He is God

When doubt sets in
And naysayers rise
And truth is abandoned for Satan's lies
When faith and hope's at an all-time low
Be still and know... that He is God

Rest in God's promise concerning His own
He said He would never leave us alone
No matter what comes, or how life may go
Be still and know... that He is God.


(c) Copyright 2010 Melanie D. West

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travisd76 commented on BE STILL AND KNOW (c) Copyright 2010

01-10-2012

Great write mdpoetgirl... I like your writing style. I haven't been on here for awhile, but I enjoy your stuff.

mdpoetgirl

01/11/2012

Hey Travis, I'm honored that you would read and critique my work. Glad you liked it! Have a great day!

SavVySam commented on BE STILL AND KNOW (c) Copyright 2010

08-06-2010

Kudos!!! Excellent loving and memorable work! Straight to my fav's list so that if ever I need a boost...I can re-read this great uplifting piece!;) Inspirational!

mdpoetgirl

08/21/2010

Savvy, glad it touched you and left a mark on your heart... praying you'll never forget the deep meaning behind this poem. God bless ;-)

Qualin commented on BE STILL AND KNOW (c) Copyright 2010

08-06-2010

I think we try to avoid the being still part...but when we do.. we give God time to work a peace in our heart, whatever the sorrow is..I'm speaking from a lesson learned,I enjoyed your poem very much and I'm sure all who read will find a moments peace... what ever their mountian, if not a lasting peace...thanks for the write a friend Qualin

mdpoetgirl

08/21/2010

oh, thank you for your kind words, qualin... there is a DEEP peace and comfort in resting in God, trusting Him completely and knowing that all things will work out for our good when we love GOD and put our trust in HIM. Be blessed ;-)

ginga commented on BE STILL AND KNOW (c) Copyright 2010

08-05-2010

Mdpoet, A very comforting poem that leads the reader to believe instead of give in to evil whims. ginga

mdpoetgirl

08/21/2010

thank you for reading, ginga... that's the exact effect I wanted, hope your faith was strengthened by the words of this poem ;-)

Chaos128 commented on BE STILL AND KNOW (c) Copyright 2010

08-05-2010

True faith needs no explanation, analysis or defense. It stands impervious, invulnerable and incorruptible. This is what I see here, and that is an entity no power can touch.

SavVySam

08/06/2010

Amen!

mdpoetgirl

08/21/2010

whew! you just blessed me with your comment, chaos! I am glad you see the power of faith behind the words of this poem... thx for reading ;-)

Poetry is not a turning loose of emotion, but an escape from emotion.

T. S. Eliot (1888-1965) American-English poet and playwright.