Yesterday’s word was “rueful” ... feeling, showing, or expressing sorrow or pity (Dictionary.com) Driving from Michigan to Kentucky, I completely forgot to write!
Sorry
Rueful and sad the penitents come,
Broken and humbled by what they have done,
Looking for the forgiveness they themselves cannot give,
The forgiveness it takes to get well and live.
They leave with rejoicing although they know,
Soon or late they’ll be back through that door,
Imperfect humanity keeps them in this condition,
‘Til they realize the cost of remission.
We have no perfection, present, future or past,
Only grace that will cover us all when we ask,
So go forth with joy into your next day,
Knowing you’re loved, even though you will stray.
Anne Selleck
Copyright 2021
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