There are times, dear Father, when life here upon the Red Star seems impossible.

You have said: Man rises and falls as regularly as the tides; that as soon as the light departs, darkness ensues.

Even though I feel lost and alone at times; I know that You are near at hand, even my very self! You, Father, are my sure foundation, the light that shall guide my steps throughout eternity.

Even at this moment, as life bears upon my soul, and I feel alone and helpless, I know that tomorrow will bring a brighter day, and I will rejoice that You saw fit to let me grow in the darkness.

Forgive me Father; that I should be so weak to complain, and so unripe to even think of myself.

Fortify me to know Your Will, and to forget about myself; to rejoice in the life that You have given me.

Your infant son
Spirit Dove