Not So Easy

It’s easy to march

To a heavenly cadence, clear.

It’s easy to pray

When my Lord, my God seems near.

It’s easy to sing

Hallelujah! Praise His name!

It’s easy to worship

When there’s no guilt or shame or blame.

It’s easy to rest

When fears don’t inhibit sleep

It’s easy to forgive

When our wounds don’t cut too deep.

It’s easy to talk

When both minds are clear and sound

It’s easy to resolve

When some common ground is found.

It’s easy to remember

Good memories that are fresh

It’s easy to love

People functioning at their best.

It’s easy to trust

When the road ahead looks fine

It’s easy to follow

When God’s plan matches mine.

What’s not easy, friends

I’ve learned in this ordeal

Is doing the right thing

In conditions, not ideal.

Seems the greatest tests in life

Oft reveal our grit, our mettle

We must cling to faith and family

And trust the storm will settle.

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