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Blest Are The Care Givers
By: Maxine M.

We all are assigned tasks in life…to go through life without a “cross” is rare
The troubles, trials & burdens of others we’re encouraged to share
But it’s a very heavy load “Care Givers” are given to bear

To have another depend on YOU for all THEIR needs every day
Drains mortal strength…reminds us we’re only made of clay
We love the one we care for, but still tomorrow seems dreary and gray

It involves long stressful days and even sleepless, interrupted nights
When minds fill with self-doubt… “Am I equal to this task? Am I doing everything right?”
Why, for ACCEPTANCE of this situation, must I daily fight?

What does the near and long term future hold in store?
Will I somehow be required to give even more?
Or will life just go in circles…like trying to row with only one oar

Friends & family all do what they can to keep life on an upbeat note
Please accept their offers of love & help as a life jacket…not a martyr’s coat
But true EMPATHY can only come from those in that same boat

Personal needs and desires often must just be put aside
They see a sunny disposition…simply assume we’re taking all in stride
They never see the frustration and all those tears you’ve cried

Loneliness and isolation may occur when other’s necessities always come first
BUT it isn’t easy being the NEEDY RECIPIENT either…Oh, Lord!! Don’t let this emotional bubble burst!
Let my words be genuine & sincere, not phony & rehearsed

For they need our love and support…so together we’ll face what today may bring
There are many days it’s only to our FAITH we can cling
Knowing the Lord’s Grace is sufficient in everything

Because the secret to PERSERVERANCE is to trust the ONE who assigned the task
The ONE to whom we can pour out those feelings we otherwise try to mask
The ONE who will give us strength & courage…MORE than we even ask

For He promised!! “I’ll never leave you”…I’m right here by your side
Draw strength from ME and in My presence daily abide
Study My word…let it be your constant companion & guide

When you are faithful in this difficult task, it’s My Image you portray
And I always hear those prayers for relief that you pray
But for NOW, My plan is for you to follow this pathway

Remember!! All these trials are producing in you your very BEST
And those who are MINE, will one day enter My Eternal Rest
Reward will be given & enjoyed, but “Care Givers” will be especially blest

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