Paths of Life

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Some narrow paths through deep woods wind
Trees tower on each side
Like mighty giants, strong and tall,
Of many different kind.
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I do remember, oh so well –
as kids, we roamed such woods –
Knew everything about those paths,
Their feel, their sound, their smell.
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Those paths were calling us to find
What hid around the bend.
They promised us to keep us safe.
Whispered, “Come, rest your mind”
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So many times I walked alone,
On those familiar paths.
Though times the paths felt dark and cold
They always led me home.
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Now other paths are for my choice,
With trees lined on each side.
They, in the end, will lead home too
When I obey Christ’s voice.

12 responses to “Paths of Life”

  1. Heidi Viars Avatar

    thanks, Patty, for stopping in… He does beckon and calls to us in so many different ways… so glad we get to share here … blessings to you, sister!

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  2. Patty Perkins Avatar

    Your poem, as beckoning as a wooded path, brought back memories…thank you!

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  3. theywhoseek Avatar

    I love this Heidi, I can just see you walking those paths and following His instructions. Keep on listening~ ~ Blessings ~

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    1. Heidi Viars Avatar

      Thanks for your words of encouragement … following Him always gets us on the right path! Blessings to you!

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  4. Cynthia Guenther Richardson Avatar

    Nature draws us intimately close to God and for this we have so much to be thankful. It never fails to buoy me or instruct me of His wisdom and mystery. I love your photos as well.

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    1. Heidi Viars Avatar

      Thank you, Cynthia … I love that He leaves us so many messages in nature 🙂 Blessings to you!

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  5. greenlightlady Avatar

    “Come, rest your mind.” Heidi, the woods always call me to rest in Him. Lovely words of His woods!

    Blessings ~ Wendy

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    1. Heidi Viars Avatar

      I went out to walk on those paths this morning – though it rained … oh how it rests my mind when I go there to find Him … His peace to you, friend!

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  6. Debbie Avatar

    Beautiful, Heidi . ..thank you for reminding us of His leading in this life, that it’s His voice we are following. God bless you on your walk with Him today!

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    1. Heidi Viars Avatar

      He won’t lead us astray 🙂 … Blessings to you, Debbie!

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  7. pattisj Avatar
    pattisj

    What a gift you have, thanks for sharing it.

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    1. Heidi Viars Avatar

      Thank you for stopping in … blessings to you!

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