Season of Grief

by Jalisa Wenger Used by permission   When cherished dreams, like autumn leaves, Are scattered in the wind, You feel the chill of winter's gloom And loneliness creep in.   When springtime's just a memory, Now etched with parting's pain ... When winter looms ahead of you And tears flow with the rain ...  God understands the rending grief Of dreams that had to die. But from those seeds new life can grow Beneath the future's sky.  The bitter tears that freely flow Are tears He stores away. He'll turn them to refreshing showers To bless your life some day.  The raging winds that stress your soul And cause your faith to sway Will strengthen you for years to come In God's own time and way.   Behind you, summer colors fade. Ahead, the gray unknown. But by your side, a faithful Guide— You'll never be alone.