Feeling Cold

I'm still not sure I've recovered from this last year (teachers are on a different calendar than the rest of the world). It was the most challenging year I've had as an adult. It took its toll on me. I think I'm starting to feel it lift a little, but I still feel the chill in my heart. I'm thankful to know I serve a God who has completely accepted me in my dark and struggling places. I haven't always known about the surety of his love. I'm thankful his love for me isn't based on my performance or ability.

Some friends of mine met a guy who looked like Keith Green in Denver a few weeks ago. It reminded me of Keith and that reminded me of this song. It's my prayer and confession tonight.

My Eyes Are Dry by Keith Green

My eyes are dry
My faith is old
My heart is hard
My prayers are cold
And I know how I ought to be
Alive to you and dead to me

But what can be done
For an old heart like mine
Soften it up
With oil and wine
The oil is you, your spirit of love
Please wash me anew
With the wine of your blood