Based on Luke 7:11-16

 

Arise

Shackled by fear
from the past,
we live afraid of tomorrow.
Wracked by pain
from dashed hope,
we no longer dare to dream.
Broken by regret
from yesterday’s mistakes,
we are trapped in self-doubt.
Gripped by sorrow
over opportunities lost,
we succumb to despair.
Paralyzed by grief
over relationships lost,
we barricade our heart.

And yet, Jesus speaks into our lives,
“My child, Arise”

Arise.
Banishing fear.
Healing wounds.
Planting hope.
Releasing guilt.
Sowing joy.
Renewing peace.

Arise.
Let Jesus heal,
restore,
renew,
forgive,
set free,
make whole.

Arise.
Live.
Breathe.
Grow