Winter’s Icy Grasp
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My Lord, Light of purest light, guide my way.
Lead me through unknown challenges each day.
Triumph and trials unfurl, I shall not fear.
Your wisdom and tender care draw me near.
Brooding storm clouds are of no consequence.
Ceasing at Your slightest whisper or glance.
What we sow in tears, we reap rejoicing,
From dark abyss to glory, dawn’s wellspring.
Our pilgrim Lenten journey is a gift.
Hold fast to Christ, sins and virtues to sift.
Sacrifice silently, prayers, alms, action.
Our Lord molds us, the clay He will fashion.
Copyright © J. L. Smyth March 8, 2026.
J. L. Smyth believes we can be inspired by all that is around us. Looking through the lens of faith, Smyth recognizes there are many opportunities to grow, to become stronger, and to enkindle courage. Hence, the challenge exists to transpose how she views life and weave its intricacies into the written word. Through fiction, non-fiction, and poetry, Smyth is a scribe writing upon the tablet that is life.
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