FIREPLACE POETRY

I’m sitting here in the stillness, quiet before Your throne,
Laying down my heart, Lord, every plan I’ve known.
I tell You, use me, shape me, however You choose,
Not my will, not my way — I have nothing to lose.

Holy Spirit, prepare me for all You will ask,
For the hidden battles and the unseen task.
Make me strong where I’m weak, make me brave when I’m scared,
Help me carry the weight of the calling – You’ve shared.

If the road gets lonely, if obedience costs,
If I have to lay down what I love the most,
Remind me You’re worth it, remind me You’re near,
That You go before me — I have nothing to fear.

Break what must be broken, refine what You see,
Burn away every part that is not meant to be.
Teach me to listen, not run from Your voice,
To trust You completely in every hard choice.

I don’t ask for the easy, the safe, or the light,
Just the strength to keep walking when I can’t see the sight.
Let my yes be surrender, not comfort or fame,
Let my life point to Jesus, not echo my name.

And when all is finished, when my race is run,
When I finally stand in the light of the Son,
Let me hear You say softly, with love in Your tone:
“Well done, My servant… welcome home.”

By: Alex Garvin (Fireplace-Poetry)