PLEASE TAKE MY HAND!

PLEASE TAKE MY HAND!

I know its quite dark

But look at me look at me

I am right here

My head is still above the water

So I think am breathing

But not like I used to

Please take my hand

Hear my voice 

Hear me call out to you

Hear my cry

I would be stuck here without you

Please take my hand and pull me out

The storm is at its peak and yea the waves 

They keep coming

Wave after wave

The waves are everywhere

They get more intense with each passing second

Acting like they came for my downfall

I wish I could easily swim out of this

I wish I could get out on my own

But I can't

Wait! Can you hear that?

That is defeat calling

I should shut my ears 

But then my hands are busy

Stroking the water how best I can

I think am moving my arms and feet

But I am not sure if they are in motion 

C'os am beginning to feel empty and stiff

I am trying hard but

My strength is shallow and 

My resistance is weak

How did I even get here?

I guess I am a freak

Urrggh! Right now I feel real sick

And  I am barely breathing

So please, please help me 

I am yet to fulfill my mission 

In fact I am yet to start

What is going on?

I am sinking!

I can't even feel my body 

I am running out of time

Please help me while you can

This is my last call

It is now or never! 

Help me!

Help me before I am defeated 

By the storm and its striking waves

Please don't let me drown!

Can you hear me?

Is anyone even there?

Somebody! Anybody!

Please take my hand!

Please take my hand!

BY: BRIDGET E. UKENI

ANALYSIS

This poem highlights someone in urgent need calling out for help. One thing you should notice is that she forgets to talk to God. Talking to God doesn't necessarily mean shouting. It can be few words or a line of prayer with a low voice or no voice at all. He hears even the words of our minds and hearts. When we are in trouble we should first talk to God (before calling out to others) because He would answer and He can ensure someone is sent to our rescue if need be.

BIBLE VERSES

Psalm 46:1 

God is our refuge and strength, a very preset help in times of trouble.

Matthew 11:28

Then Jesus said, "Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens and I will give you rest.

SHORT PRAYER

(From the Girlfriends in God Daily Devotional)

Dear Lord, please lead me in your wisdom , knowledge and understanding today. Direct my choices, my behaviors, and my heart. Forgive me for the times when I look to others or to myself when I should be looking to you. 

In the name of Jesus Chist. Amen.

This is my recording of this poem; PLEASE TAKE MY HAND! I was partly inspired by the song "Waves" by Mr Probz so for this poem recitation the instrumental of the song is played in the background.

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