Smooth sailing on
The ocean of risk
Is interrupted by
Waves of doubt
That push me back
Toward the shore
Where safety awaits.
Disappointment, my
Long-time friend,
Greets me with
Whipsers that I
Have heard since
I was a child just
Learning to live.
But once freedom
Is tasted on
The vast ocean,
Whispers of dread
Are powerless to
Prevent me from
Sailing once again.
With my confidence
Shaken I depend
On Your grace
And know that
Though there is
Danger ahead, You
Know the way.
The Seeking Pastor 
Man this is so good.
Thanks–I’m uncomfortable with displaying poems, which is probably the main reason I should do it. It stretches me a little.
Pretty good. God has given you a talent. Keep using it.
Thanks for the encouragement. Appreciated and needed.
But once freedom
Is tasted on
The vast ocean,
Whispers of dread
Are powerless to
Prevent me from
Sailing once again.
That speaks to my heart. Thank you for sharing yours here.
You’re welcome and thank you for your kind words.
Thanks for stepping out of your comfort zone and posting this! Definitely encouraging, and absolutely beautiful!
Thanks, man. Not easy. I think it’s worth it, though.