Trust in the Lord

Lord, it's time to roll, there's a time for peace, a time for war

For a long time, lines have been drawn on land; and the sand

Only two sides, yet the conflict is wide, we grieve, loss of life

Missiles flying, smoke filled air, people dying, does anyone care

The world running on fear; people crying to heaven with prayer 

Lord, you see everything, in pain and suffering you are there

In the end, there will be victory; oppressed people will be freed

Those who longed for thousands of years, just to live in peace

Lord, it's time to roll, good and bad alike, both possess a soul 

Some filled with grace, others with hate, fire burns both ways

Missiles flying, smoke fills the air, people dying, you are there

These are the signs of the times, the world crying out with fear

Only two sides, yet the conflict is wide, possibilities are near 

Lord, you see everything, in pain and suffering you are there

Signs of the times, for victory and peace, an end game to war

It's time to roll, freedom bleeding out prayer; trust in the Lord

This is My Beloved Son

Jesus took Peter, James, and John his brother, and led them up a high mountain by themselves. And he was transfigured before them; his face shone like the sun and his clothes became white as light. And behold, Moses and Elijah appeared to them, conversing with him. Then Peter said to Jesus in reply, "Lord, it is good that we are here. If you wish, I will make three tents here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah." While he was still speaking, behold, a bright cloud cast a shadow over them, then from the cloud came a voice and said, "This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to him." When the disciples heard this, they fell prostrate and were very much afraid. But Jesus came and touched them, saying, "Rise and do not be afraid." And when the disciples raised their eyes, they saw no one else but Jesus alone. As they were coming down from the mountain, Jesus charged them, "Do not tell the vision to anyone until the Son of Man has been raised from the dead." 

Lord Jesus, one day we shall see you in all your magnificent splendor and glory. The choice is ours; choosing to do your will on our earthly pilgrimage; encountering many difficulties with faith and trust in you. Grant us the grace of strength and perseverance, that when we are called home, we will be called children of the Light. Amen.