What a beautiful message pastor Pamela brought to us yesterday; I am sure we can all resonate with the idea of struggling in our relationship with God, even “wrestling” with God at times.
As per Her habit, the Holy Spirit brought to my attention this poem titled “Wrestling” that complements our lesson from yesterday. If you missed the sermon, it is posted on the home page. Here is the poem, written by Rachel Hackenberg.

Let me behold your face, I prayed,
but instead you met me in the dark
and bent me into painful knots.

Let me be relieved, I pleaded,
and instead you laid a path
among my adversaries.

Let me prove my heart, I declared,
but instead you withdrew to tend
the song of creation’s seasons.

Let me be satisfied, I longed,
but instead you sent me
to gather up crumbs.

Let me know your answer, I asked,
and instead you let me know thirst
before showing me wine & water.

How shall I know you, O Mystery,
for you escape at daybreak and
you wander through the crowds;
in mercy you disguise your delight
and in refuge you whisper of hope?
Strengthen me for the match, lest
I give up before you call my name.