Sharing the Burden
©2017 Susan Noyes Anderson
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When my burden seems overlarge,
I flatter myself that I’m in charge.
Yet every cross was borne before
by One who comprehends much more
of trial and sorrow, grief and pain,
than I could ever hope to gain.
He carried weight I cannot know,
crossed lands where I need never go,
felt sadness I could not withstand.
When will I seek His loving hand?
My power alone is not enough
to break through when the path gets rough.
Henceforth, straining beneath the load,
I’ll join with Him and build a road.
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“Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” – Matthew 11:28-30
If this poem resonates with you, you might also relate to Burdens to Blessings and Thine Arm is Ample. Additional related poems are pictured with titles below. You can also look under the category Hardship Poems on the home page of this site.
Tags: adversity, burdens, Christ, comfort, God, humility, overcoming, peace
