Grateful for the Rain

by Cheryl Merrick


Chasing rainbows of perfection,
I become consumed with worry for my family.
Struggling with fears of losing my sight, illness, and aging,
I feel fear, cold and hard,
encase my heart.
Desperately I grasp hold of the counsel of a prophet
to develop an “attitude of gratitude”–
to be grateful for the rain not just the rainbows.


Praying, I seek the faith to turn my life over to the Lord–
to trust in His wisdom and love;
to know He lovingly watches over our family;
to believe that all experiences are for our good–
opportunities to become like Him and return home.
Faith growing, I am filled with peace and joy,
as I learn to be
grateful for the rain.