It is easy to see the dirt

and curse its lack of worth

but courage is seen in the tender stem peeking

through the mud that gave it birth

It is considered normal to rage at the storm

among the lost souls bearing the mark of Cain

but strength is seen in the plant that rises

fueled by the lashing rain

It is considered honorable to say an ugly thing

which is why so many of these things are said

but ugly words cannot change the truth of spring

the power of the sun, melting away the bleak midwinter

revealing you in all your natural beauty

a flower, bursting into splendor

refreshed in the wonder of his grace

a summons to the garden of the king

the center of his affection

and no one but you can stop you from taking your place…

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Inspirational Quote of the Day.

“You may feel worthless, but the truth is, you have worth. You may feel hopeless, but the truth is, there is hope. You may feel like a mistake, but the truth is far greater than any feelings that we may have. The truth is, you are beautiful and valuable in the sight of God.”