How God Beckons Us In A Time Of Need

I have several friends that do humanitarian work, some in the states, some overseas. When asking them how they got involved, I commonly hear
the same answer. "It was something that has been on my heart for some time and I couldn't ignor it any longer." Or "I saw the need and felt compelled." God works through the hearts of many, thus the poem.

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When God Calls

Published by Family Friend Poems May 5, 2025 with permission of the Author.

Lord, where you lead, I will follow
Unafraid, of what lies ahead
I pray, in Word, for discernment
With a heart, burdened, heavy led

It's a pull, of which, I've never felt
Doors opening, likewise, the same
No logic, rhyme, nor reason
As if, you're outwardly calling my name

I walked through the gates that are narrow
Witnessing, obstacles fading away
Nothing can stop the power of God
In life's challenges, come what may

And once at my destination
Humbling hit the soul
With respect and pure intentions
It's to God I do extol

Like the birds that soar the ocean
And the whales that breach the sea
God navigates and communicates
To all humanity

All you have to do is but listen

ABOUT THE POET:

Hello my name is Sylvia. I presently work in the healthcare field. I love to paint with oils and often wished I studied art as well. I love poetry of all kinds and someday hope to pick up on the different styles. I'm trying, but until I do...I'll follow the words of my mother, who passed when I was a young girl, "Just say...

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