“Little one arise,
get up from your corner;
unfold your sulking arms
and dance with me.
If you don’t know which way to go
stand on my feet
I will guide you.
Give me your arms
see my face
I am with you.
Listen for the music of grace
give in to the mystery of my rhythm
I will guide you.
Don’t refuse to dance
because you don’t know all the steps.
The music will guide you,
you will see
when you let go.”
“Father God, forgive me
for being afraid
for refusing to dance
with a light heart
and joyful feet.
I know you are leading me
and yet I resist—
call out in fear when you dip me,
stiffen my arms when they should be supple
for a twirl—
Let me instead be responsive to your guidance,
open to your plan,
a joyful partner
in this unexpected
dance of life.”
Very touching Anna. 💞
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Thanks, Janet! It was inspired by a poem another woman wrote about God’s providence being like a dance. I heard about it in a talk recently. I believe it is quoted in a book by Jutta Burgraf called “Made For Freedom.”
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Beautiful 🙂
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Thank you! 🌹
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I helped make that bridge your daughter is running over! 😀
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That’s so cool! It’s certainly a gorgeous spot in the park.
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This is awesome! Truly inspiring.
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Thank you for your warm comments, Nico! 😄
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