Ballad of Freedom
Can’t grab any complete thoughts, everything is empty.
My mind is twirling off the table.
Feels like I am stuck on shuffle and I can’t find pause.
A thousand words and faces pass me by,
I reach out and feel the speed–
but like a wind, my fingers feel no substance.
Eyes close. Mouth shut. Only an ear.
Sounds of rhythm thumbing closer,
like a train that will never ever stop. I see it pass–
A hand claps that feels like mine, someone grabbed me,
I am flying through time and the breeze is warm.
The world is dizzy but I feel calm– I drop into a puddle deep and wide.
I have no power now, but I clench something strong.
Is it a hand or a rope leading further?
Pull me slowly, I want to go– but fear is pulling me the opposite way.
Surely I shall break in half, or die trying
to follow this movement into the great meadow over there
out of this shadow where chains tangle my feet.
Give me wings to fly or roots to grow away from fear.
Someone has locked my eyes onto the freedom, I can’t forget it.
But my body won’t move, although my heart is running faster, faster
Turn me loose, O pain of terror–
I sense a soft hand under my head, holding me closer, closer
This is deeper than the fear, stronger than the pain– love.
Someone loves me more than I can love,
this broken heart is now whole, a beautiful completion.
My shackles broken release my speed, and I run to this Savior
Whose rhythm I heard, and grabbed my hand,
leading me away from fear’s dictations
and set my heart free from darkness and holds me dearly even now.
I love this Savior who granted my freedom,
paid the ransom, and snapped my chains like limbs.
I shall follow Him like a hungry lamb in every day, with every breath,
for He has rescued me.
I love you Jesus, my Savior.
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Filed under: Gospel, Poetry, Reflections, Writing on January 3rd, 2009
I'm Kaysie, 22. Jesus follower. Lover of sunshine, trees, hot tea, books, music, family, the gospel, poetry and Barnes and Nobles. Has a weird obsession with paper. Over-analyzes almost everything. Adores simplicity. Lucky for you. 
Kaysie~That is absolutely beautiful. You write so well! Do you mind if I print it off and put it in my Bible?
Shannon, of course not! Thank you, you are so sweet.
Wow, that was beautiful! Did you write it?
Kaysie,
I’ve so enjoyed your blog and have awarded you with the
“Uber Amazing Blog Award” for your beautiful efforts…
Please check this out here…
http://blessedfemina.blogspot.com/2009/01/thoroughly-touched.html
Love in Christ,
Jen
Arianna, actually, yes I did.
Thank you for your sweet words.
Jen, why thank you! That means so much to me… thanks.
“Someone loves me more than I can love,”
So, true! That line sends thrills down me.
Wow Kaysie. I have goose bumps. That has got to be one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever read! You are such a beautiful work of the Maker!
“Turn me loose, O pain of terror–
I sense a soft hand under my head, holding me closer, closer
This is deeper than the fear, stronger than the pain– love.
Someone loves me more than I can love,
this broken heart is now whole, a beautiful completion.
My shackles broken release my speed, and I run to this Savior
Whose rhythm I heard, and grabbed my hand,
leading me away from fear’s dictations
and set my heart free from darkness and holds me dearly even now.”
That whole part just set my heart on fire. How beautiful our Savior’s love is for us! How blessed we are to have it when we can never match it!
Thank you so much for sharing this with us. I am beyond inspired.
In His arms,
–Abigail
Ali Joy, Christ’s love is absolutely amazing… it gives me thrills too.
Abigail, you are so sweet and encouraging. Thank you!
You are so inspiring to me. It means a lot to hear your passionate voice adoring the Savior’s love. Thanks again for your words of kindness.