Monday, November 18, 2024

In the Letting Go

 

This poem originally appeared here one year ago.

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens. ~Ecclesiastes 3:1


Verdant leaf, once I was

One of many countless friends

Who waved and shouted glory

In the presence of the sun

Vibrant, filled with vigor

Waxing, no waning thoughts

In the season yet to come

Season here, my color fades

Shining green steeped in brown

There's not the strength to carry on

But in the letting go, I live

Because the promise of the One

Knows I have played my part

Amen!

55 comments:

  1. Thank you for this lovely poem; a great reminder to play our part.

    God bless, Martha.

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    1. Thanks so much, Victor, for your kind words here. Yes, we must all play the roles that God has given to us.
      Love and blessings!

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  2. Dearest Martha Jane,
    Lovely poem and it is closing life's cycle and as they decompose, they help others to shelter from cold and wind and to grow new tender beginnings.
    Hugs,
    Mariette

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    1. Thank you, Mariette, for your thoughtful comment here. Yes, life does go through the cycles God has designed for each living thing. May we rejoice in it all.
      Love and blessings!

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  3. The understanding comes with age -- we are like the leaves on the tree, bursting into life, doing our part to help the tree be nourished and grow, fading when our time is done, falling off, and even then continue to add nourishment.

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    1. Exactly, Glynn. A time for every purpose under heaven.
      Love and blessings!

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  4. "In the letting go, I live." Wow, that resonates! I adore the fallen leaves that blanket our yard. Some may say that's messy, but in all their fallen splendor they still make my heart smile.

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    1. I'm so glad to hear that those fallen leaves in your yard bring a smile to your face, Myra. They do the same for me. And when we let go and let God is when we truly begin to live.
      Love and blessings!

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  5. So grateful that as we let go of all we hold dear it allows Christ to fill the uncertain void with Himself, His love, His peace, His lovingkindness. Thank You, Jesus.

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    1. Thank you, Jesus, is absolutely the right thing to say, Linda. When we empty ourselves willingly, He will be there to fill us up.
      Love and blessings!

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  6. Beautiful poetry, Martha! Amen!!

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  7. Martha Jane: This is beautiful. Thank you for re-sharing these words. I may need these thoughts to carry me through. Peace and blessings to you and yours.

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    1. Thanks so much for your kind words here, Cecelia. I'm glad you found these thoughts ones you can carry with you.
      Love and blessings!

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  8. At least I got here earlier! :) Personally, I am glad I don't have trees on my property. I do get leaves from others! IT is all a sign of the changing seasons.

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    1. As far as I'm concerned, Bill, you are never late to this party. No matter what, your comments are always welcomed.
      Love and blessings!

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  9. One of my very favorites!!
    Blessings, Martha-
    Lulu

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  10. Lovely poem Martha. Very inspiring post.
    Blessings to you all. 😊

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    1. Thanks so much, Sparky! I do miss seeing your blog around these parts.
      Love and blessings!

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  11. This poem beautifully captures the cycle of life, embracing both the vibrancy of growth and the peaceful acceptance of letting go. The imagery of the leaf, transitioning from green to brown, symbolizes life's natural rhythms. The closing line offers a profound reminder of faith and purpose, reminding us that every season, every part we play, is meaningful in the grand design. Truly a moving reflection on life's journey.

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    1. I'm so glad this poem touched you so deeply, Melody. I always hope and pray that God can use my words to inspire and edify, and I'm so thankful when He does.
      Love and blessings!

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  12. Beautifully said, Martha! Imagine that every leaf serves a purpose in God's kingdom! Just like everyone of us also serves a purpose in His Kingdom. We each go through the time of life and beauty and joy, and then our physical strength begins to fail and we fade away and flutter to the ground, only to be resurrected into a new heavenly body with a whole new life and purpose! I love God's cycle of life!!

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    1. And I love how you phrased God's circle of life here, Pamela! If the Father knows each hair on our heads, we can trust that He has a purpose for everything He has created. And we know that death is not the end.
      Love and blessings!

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  13. Letting go doesn't come easy for some, but when one does manage to let go of negative things and thoughts they will be happier

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    1. They absolutely will be happier when they focus on the positive things in their lives and let the negatives go, Jo-Anne. We essentially must let go and let God.
      Love and blessings!

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  14. When the time is right, there is a lot of good in "letting go."

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    1. Amen, Barbara, you are absolutely right.
      Love and blessings!

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  15. Such a lovely, thoughtful, and uplifting poem, Martha. According to the average life span of women, I'm in the winter season of life, yet still feel I can contribute to those around me, offering encouragement, prayer, blessing, and a witness about the difference Christ has made in my life. Praise God, in his kingdom--no matter the season--no leaf is useless!

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    1. Everyone of us can be of use to the Lord when we choose to witness to His great love and mercy, no matter how old in years we may become. As I will turn 70 in March, I'm well aware of which season I am in in my own life. I'm determined to make the most of what I can offer to others in Jesus' name.
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    1. Amen, Diana! If we all simply did that, our witness could change the world for the better.
      Love and blessings!

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  17. It fascinates me, Martha, how God so often manages to adjust the timing of our exposure to certain things. The message wrapped in this beautiful piece fits so perfectly into some "letting go" things some of our family members are having to endure right now. One in particular is fighting hard to cling to something that he really, really needs to relinquish. It's so hard sometimes to see the "letting go" of Autumn's leaves as a necessary prelude to the bright new beauty that Springtime's restoration brings. Thank you, my gifted friend, for this timely, hope filled reminder.

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    1. Thank you for your kind and thoughtful comment here, Ron. I've known too many people in my own family, too, that could not simply let go and let God, but it's the only way to live fully. Every season of life has its own beauty, but we can never hold on too tightly when we wish to be free.
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  18. Martha, another moving poem, love this,

    "But in the letting go, I live

    Because the promise of the One

    Knows I have played my part"

    God bless, dear. Karen Friday

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    1. I'm so glad this poem spoke to your heart, Karen, in such a deep way. I'm humbled!
      Love and blessings!

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  19. Bom dia, Martha
    Lindo poema e versículo. Que a cada dia possamos deixar ir e se apegar a vontade de Deus que é boa, perfeita e agradável, bjs querida.

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    1. Absolutely, Lucinalva! God's will is always good, perfect and pleasant.
      Love and blessings!

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  20. Thank you for sharing this uplifting poetry and prayer.

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    1. Thanks so much for coming by, Cloudia, and leaving such a kind comment.
      Love and blessings!

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  21. Thank you for this encouragement, Martha. This especially touches my heart - "There's not the strength to carry on
    But in the letting go, I live"
    It can be so hard to let go and let God, can't it? Not my will but Yours be done, O Lord. Love and blessings of strength and peace for each day!

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    1. I'm so glad to know that this poem touched you so deeply, Trudy. It is so difficult for us to let go and let God, but Jesus told us that in order to save our lives, we must lose them. I do pray that God's will is done in me.
      Love and blessings!

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  22. This is such a beautiful poem! I love the way it shows that every season has its purpose, even when things fade. The message of letting go and trusting in the bigger picture really resonates. Thank you for sharing this! Amen!

    Hugs and blessings, Martha

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    1. Thanks so much, Veronica, for your kind and encouraging words here. With every passing day, I pray God's teaching me to let go and trust Him to make all things well.
      Love and blessings!

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  23. thecontermplativecat here Wonderful poem. Says so much.

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  24. So nice and inspiring poem my dear, I loved the leaves on the ground.

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    1. Thank you for your kind words here, Snobe.
      Love and blessings!

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