When she walks in the room

To Lois a dear sister in Christ.

When she walks in the room there is a glow on her face,

The Joy and hope cannot be displaced.

To know all she has suffered

And yet does not allow herself to the pain be tethered.

Through it all she is seeking and mining treasure

Not wasting time on bitterness or her own pleasure.

She knows the priceless gift of salvation,

 That will not be taken.

And though the path be treacherous

She stands on the truth that she will not be forsaken.

Marching forward in her journey

Endeavoring to keep in step with the spirit earnestly.

When the enemy with fear comes barging in

She runs to her savior

Shouting “Jesus” above the noisy din.

Her well runs deep

And though it sometimes feels shallow

Her countenance of trust bespeaks.

She counsels and teaches in wisdom

Of the hope in God

And of a heavenly kingdom.

There are many other women we know

That we can see the light of Jesus  

As a result of all they had to undergo.

A beauty that is not worked for,

But that has been bestowed

To the brave and courageous

Who have not let the hardship erode.

The Love and the sacrifice of their Savior,

Has allowed them to lead others to where it is spacious

With patience and a love that is tenacious.