These Are My JOTtings, Part #2

Walking in Growth

Frigid days of deepening roots
may seem like naught at all,
but in the time of blossoming fruit,
we're walking very tall.

When walking in our growth, it rains,
and then we need to dry,
but thirsty plants make thankful gains,
and fruitfulness is nigh.

Though darkness comes on growing walks,
the sun will shine, again.
The Lord may speak in heartfelt talks
to free us from our sin.

Though growth may oft begin in pain,
that causes us to fear.
The testing will not e'er be vain,
settling us as dear.

by Jay O’Toole
on January 20th, 2022