Some time had passed since I realized
That Jesus walks beside me and sometimes carries me.
Still, I am not free from the tribulations and temptations of this world.
And at times I fall so hard,
That I can sense uncertainty trying to overtake me.

There was one particular incident in my life
Where I just couldn’t bear it any more.
Even though I knew that Jesus is right next to me
I still felt a certain emptiness inside.
Then I remembered that Jesus has said,
“I am the vine and you are the branches.”
“Abide in Me and I will abide in you.”

There was once again only one set of footprints in the sand.
They were smaller than that of Jesus’ and sure to be mine.
Yes, you are right, Jesus said.
The lone set of footprints you see are yours, and yours alone.
I no longer need to walk beside you nor carry you.
For you have finally invited Me to reside in you,
I am truly with you always.
From this point forward...

You and I are One!

by David C Cha