Life is...

Life is hanging in the balance

One step either direction could be the last

Where is the sure footing?

Where is the safety and the peace?

Where is the breath underneath these inexperienced wings?

Life is holding on when grips give way

One foot on the rock

Another foot in pursuit

A hand on security

Another hand aloof

Life is taking a breath, realizing the hills and valleys

Sometimes, there’s beauty

Sometimes, there’s fear

Sometimes, it’s unseen

Sometimes, it’s clear

Whatever life is, one thing is certain

It is here to be lived, not to be observed.

“I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:14

“…let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.” Hebrews 12:1-3