Broken Pieces

Broken Pieces

One day I stood upon the beach feeling a tinge of pain;

watching others splash in the waves; wishing I could do the same.

Yet, reflecting on my disabilities I knew that could not be.

Just like a broken vessel I felt worthless and empty.

Feeling ashamed of the self pity that had taken over me,

I prayed for God to remove it and He replied instantly.

"Look at all the broken shells scattered in the sand.

People pass by them everyday, never taking one in hand."

"Now, examine closely the markings different on each one,

unique in shapes and sizes just basking in the sun.

They were once whole vessels that got broken apart,

yet they still contain worth as they did from the start”.

“I can make them stronger than they use to be.

I will make what is broken into something new, look and see!”

He then showed me a vision that brought joy back to my heart

as I marveled at His production from the tiny seashell parts.

I saw a spiral stair case with finely crafted rails

and a beautiful flowing fountain made from pieces of broken shells.

There were angels holding harps with delicate hands and wings;

sitting gracefully on the rails. I could almost hear them sing!

Pillars were adorned with ivy and there were sconces on the wall

with vines and tiny flowers running down from them all.

The floor resembled marble gleaming in the light.

Never in all my life had I seen such a beautiful sight.

“Now gather up the pieces you find scattered in the sand,

I just gave you the blueprint for you to craft by hand.”

He then put a message deep within my heart

to share with all people whose lives are torn a part.

“Just like the broken pieces they are special and unique,

they just need a loving hand to get them on their feet.

Tell them they are not forgotten, my love will never cease.

In my hands the broken pieces will become a Master Piece.”

~Author~

Norma Napier

Luke 6: 21

Blessed are ye that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for ye shall laugh.