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It’s amazing how waves
crash the shore
but leave behind
a silky beach—
smoothed,
the rubble rinsed away.
So here I am, as I am,
fretful, storm-tossed, casting my cares
like a net into the crest
of your promise to care for me,
and land in the smooth sanctum
of your peace.
© 2026 Jennifer Wagner
“Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7
“Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” 1 Peter 5:7
....."and land in the smooth sanctum of your peace......" that is so lovely.
ReplyDeleteLovely poem and I love that last stanza
ReplyDelete"....casting my cares / like a net into the crest / of your promise to care for me,..." I love this deep faith and the tone of surrender. Very much uplifting, Jennifer.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful description of faith - Jae
ReplyDeleteI agree with Jae - what a beautiful description of faith! (And the peacefulness that faith brings)
ReplyDelete"So here I am, as I am,
ReplyDeletefretful, storm-tossed, casting my cares
like a net . . . .
Like the shore! How beautiful a comparison, how palpable a faith! I like your two Bible verses as well. (This is Susan commenting.)
So encouraging and what a wonderful promise when we're in the storms of life. I love the image of a silky beach left behind after the crashing waves.
ReplyDeleteThat photo is my peace. Thank you for sharing.
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