The Goal I have love maybe But courage I'm not so sure about There's always a layer of fear Which often borders on doubt Fear lies just beneath the surface Waiting Waiting to come forth Planning Planning To play havoc in my heart I'm told by a friend sincere "There is no authentic courage where there is no fear" Fear is sometimes natural Life is precarious as we all know And if it weren't for my faith in Jesus I'd never make it through I walk scared...but I walk in faith Faith that He will guide me by the hand I know that's a direct contradiction But that's where I take my stand A dear sister brought my thinking straight She said right from her heart "No it's not a contradiction, It's honest and mature from the start" She said: "Real honest and mature bravery Walk hand in hand with faith Otherwise...courage is equal to madness and self-destruction ...That is not your fate" It's sort of like riding the roller coaster you are scared during the ride But you know in your mind and heart That you'll make it to the other side But she said something amazing Through her spiritual eyes She saw the importance in the goal Not in the ride She said I don`t care if you don`t make it because, In Jesus, walking by His light is the goal, not getting to the end of the road Mary Silva July, 2004 I just had to write this poem from a reply to a letter written to a dear and wise sister and friend...she has lovingly given me permission to share her words of wisdom with all who read this poem. God bless you ((((Georgina)))) The gorgeous sparkle rose can be found in Heartistic Expressions Home