Relief / Release

Father,
A dam burst forth
Inside of me yesterday.

Purposeful omissions
Were thrown into
The light of day.

My unspoken fears and misgivings
Did not even closely resemble
The reality I was presented with.

I am so grateful
For the outcome.
I am so thankful
For the grace and gentleness
That embraced me.

What is it about me
That seeks to conceal and hide
Portions of my life?
Why do I think
I will cause outrageous offense,
And hurt,
And strife?

I'm still learning to live
An unfragmented life.
Help me, Father,
To learn to be unafraid...

Lies are the tools
Of the enemy's camp.
Strengthen me
To speak the truth...