River

God,
along the flowing river,
I sit surrounded by your beauty,
listening to the sounds of creation,
not drowned out by the sounds of humanity.
Why do I feel so at peace here,
when my heart is restless elsewhere?
Why does my heart long for this,
When I belong where you placed me?

Questions abound,
with no answers in sight,
just the gentle rolling of water,
which makes time seem to stand still.

Meet me here, God,
in the presence of your peace.
Restore joy,
where busyness abounds
Refresh my spirit,
for it is weary from the strain of life.
Refocus my heart and my life,
so I solely live for you.