Embracing Transformation: A Poetic Reflection on Our Journey Together (02/13/'24)

Dear Colleagues, In our journey through both professional and personal landscapes, I stumbled upon a profound reflection that I believe resonates with the transformative journey we are all part of. Allow me to share a poem, "Flame of the Divine: Verses of Transformation," hoping it will ignite within us a deeper understanding and insight into our collective and individual paths. In the vast quiet where beginnings are born, A single spark - Christ, ignites the unseen, With God, the eternal blaze, guiding through storms. A beacon, each soul, can brightly gleam. We hold the light, the divine spark, To illuminate darkness, a path we carve. Justice sprouts from mercy's tender mark, In grace and compassion, we must starve. God’s fire purifies, not to destroy but to refine, A crucible where our flaws meet their end. Redemption's tale, through ash, begins to shine, A transformation, on this, we depend. "I come to ignite," He whispers, a world reborn, Not in peace, but in spirit, we are torn. Through trials and sacrifices, our faith is sworn, In His footsteps, our souls, no longer worn. This sacred journey, a flame we embrace, Through divine transformation, we chase The light within, a higher place, Together, in unity, our challenges we face. May this poem serve as a reminder of the power within us to enact change, to navigate through challenges with grace, and to inspire one another with actions rooted in compassion and understanding. As we continue to support each other and strive towards our shared goals, let the flame of the divine guide our way, transforming obstacles into opportunities for growth and unity. Warmest regards, [Your Name] -Pastor Steven G. Lee (February 13, 2024)