On the first Thursday of each month, the Spiritual Journey writers gather together to compose their thoughts on the prompt of the month. On this Thursday, the teacher-poet, Kim Johnson, is hosting with the theme, A Light Unto My Path. I have reflected for several days on how I should create this blog post. I poured through several homilies and podcasts of Father Mike Schmitz, a devout and energized priest and speaker. I also searched songs related to the spiritual journey and light. The reflective times I spent reading opened a path of peace.
There are many aspects on how Christian singers, songwriters, clergy, and writers form their offerings but one photograph captured by my son, Derek, provided the start I needed. Within his photo, I not only found the beauty of dawn but observed angel formations fluttering in the clouds. This gave me pause, as did the songs that I gathered, poems I read, and spiritual leaders offering their input on Psalm 119:105: "Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and alight unto my path."
As I turn my reflections into poetic thoughts, I listen to Amy Grant's beautiful song of praise, "Thy Word." It is a soothing, lift-me-up song that you can listen to by clicking here. With songs of faith and hope, I find myself in a calming state.
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illumination
on my spiritual journey
a pathway to peace
Divine Radiance's gift
"Let (the) light shine out darkness"
©CVarsalona, 2026
(last line is from 2 Corinthians 4:6)
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Carol, your poem is exquisite! Is it a pantoum? You make it look effortless, but I know from trying one (I never finished.) how challenging it can be. I love those final affirming words: "I embark with faith." Have a blessed weekend!
ReplyDeleteCarol, this is gorgeous - - the poem, the deep meaning and application, and the beauty of the pause in nature are all there. I share the love of song that keeps us rooted in scripture - - some of my favorite hymns stick with me on repeat when I need the nudge to dwell on all things holy rather than the things of this world. Thank you for sharing this.
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