God’s Front Porch

When I begin

To pray

Or to read the Bible

I take a breath,

And then I settle down and begin to relax.

Just like I am walking

Up to God’s front porch.

“Come,” God says.

“Sit a while.

Let’s share the evening.

What’s happening in your life?

Really, deep down how are you doing?

Now, how are those people you love?

Where are they hurting?

Where are you hurt?

Tell me more.”

And after God lets me talk myself out…

Then, and only then,

Am I ready to listen,

And the rest of our prayer time begins.

Comments

[jd walt]

Katha-- been good to read your poetry out here. thank you.