Grateful

I am grateful
From sunrise to sunset.
I am grateful
When the devil is trying to disturb my peace.
I am grateful
When accidents are happening, teenagers are stealing cars, crashing them, jumping out and running away from the scene.
I am grateful
When there is a virus out killing people.
I am grateful
For learning my purpose and living in it.
I am grateful
For allowing myself to be loved by God.
I am grateful
For learning how to love myself.
I am grateful
For the existence of Hope Street and everyone involved in the program.
I am grateful
For your continual grace and mercy.
Lord, I just want you to know that I am truly grateful for where I was in my mess and where I am now because of you.
I am truly grateful for each and every day - days full of your love and your protection.
Lord, I pray continually that people learn of your love, and are open to receive it (you), because I know that you are waiting with open arms, the same open arms that you wrapped me up in.
He is waiting.
Amen, Rhonda Norton
(Hope Street Staff Member)