Why do we all suffer trials, tribulations, heavy burdens and strife?

Why can't each day be productive, simple, And we all be happy always in this earthly life?

Well this we all do ask from time to time as we start each day,

But when I have asked this as I pray?

I would her the Lord say,

Your not in heaven, you live on earth below,

And these trails I put upon you are only to help you spiritually grow,

For you to learn to not depend on yourself alone,

Now I want you to trust in me your Lord, and now do come unto my throne,

For when you are weak,

And you do seek,

With all thine heart,

I will set you apart,

I will give you the strength you need,

If you will heed,

The works I am bestowing upon you now,

You will see how,

These trials and tribulations and strife,

Are all apart of your earthly life,

That prepares you for the perfect one,

With God's only perfect and begotten Son!

1/24/2009  By Lucy Franklin Copyright Protected