A poem

There's substance that's casting these shadows
There's reason behind all this pain
All gold is made pure by refining
And plants cannot grow without rain

He's promised to hold you and keep you
He's told you that he's always there
His Word says He'll never forsake you
Or test you past what you can bear

So trust in Him all through this darkness
Hold fast to the truth of His Word
Be certain of His gracious promise
And rest in Christ Jesus our Lord

For one day all pain shall be broken
Renewed shall be joy that was lost
All death, pain and fear have been conquered
Because of His death on the cross

~Amy Calderone

I don't know the young lady who wrote this beautiful poem.... but at 19 she went home to be with the Lord. Her story and poem touched me so I thought I would share it with you. Here is the link to her caring bridge site: http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/amycalderone