There You Were

You taught me
how prayer feels.
By gentle
persistence
on talking about what matters
you made me realize
there’s nothing
as cool
as calming
as soul-stirring
as much to be proud of
as admitting to myself
and to the world
that I speak to God
and He speaks back.

You shared with me
the privilege of seeking.
Knowing
that being able
to learn
how to live
and how to love
every day
a little bit better
and a little bit more,
is a grace
I could never
comprehend
but can be eternally
thankful for.

You were my companion,
guiding me
in the shadows
and through the brightest sun.
Staying with me
when I saw
no clear path ahead.
Waiting for me
to make a step.
Trusting God
in me
and reminding me
to trust Him
to take me
where I am meant to be.