more than 4 walls & a roof overhead
or a place to hang your hat or put your feet up
more than a shelter from the storm
or 3 square meals a day
this, a haven of safety from life's demands
a retreat, a respite, a refuge
love is found here
the unconditional kind
grace is served in heaping quantities
and forgiveness is asked for and received
& it's not just a private oasis
because it's a sanctuary, not a fortress
& the door is open to other weary travelers
for arms and hearts are open wide in welcome
this, a sacred invitation extended
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That was absolutely beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSweet!
DeleteBeautiful, Linda.
ReplyDeleteKind!
DeleteYes, that is what I want for my home.
ReplyDeleteMay it be yours for the asking, friend!
DeleteWell done - thanks!
ReplyDeletehttp://blessed-are-the-pure-of-heart.blogspot.com/2015/10/god-of-war-blogbattle.html
And you're welcome!
DeleteI always feel the welcoming warmth of your presence when I visit here. Such a blessing.
ReplyDeleteYou've warmed my heart tonight, Alecia. So very encouraging you are!
DeleteBeautiful, Friend!
ReplyDeleteAppreciate you ...
DeleteI love the juxtoposition of the reds and the yellows--two of my favorite colors :). The words enhance the picture and bring out the warmth even more :).
ReplyDeleteYou've heard my heart ... I'm grateful, Anita!
DeleteIt looks like a haven. Such serenity and welcome in every color, glimpse through the trees and in your words. Love this!
ReplyDeleteAutumn's beauty just can't be beat ...
DeleteHi Linda! I like the idea of sanctuary vs. fortress. I never thought of my house in that way, thank you for a new way of seeing my own sanctuary!
ReplyDeleteI'm glad that you're settling in and feeling at home in your new space. I know that God is there, plumping the pillows and nourishing you with His grace.
Blessings!
Ceil
I love this gift of God being present in our havens, nourishing us with His grace ... what a creative sustainer He is!
DeleteThanks for being here, Ceil ...
Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYou bring grace with you, friend ...
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