Knowing You Are There

You are there...
In the miracle of life
And sorrow of loss
You allow it all to happen
You protect
You refine
You prepare
You give and take away
Although the reasons are not always understood
Or fully accepted
You bless
You allow curse
You allow choices
And yet guide our paths
You give hope
When all hope is lost
You build up and strengthen
And yet allow moments of weakness and dependence
You heal
You restore
You are what holds the soul together
You allow for love
And allow for pain
You build our character
Through patience and discipline
For all this and more I love You
Because I know You are there