One

The sun beats down on me,

The sweat rolls down my cheek.

The sand is too hot, the shade is too cold.

I could start walking, but I have nowhere to go.

I am alone.

I need water- oh I can dig a pit and create it!

I need shelter- there are so many trees.

I need you, God. Where are you?

Is this how Jesus felt, all alone, thinking about his survival?

Why aren’t you here?!

I am alone.

            “I am my own enemy, the battle fought within my mind. If I can overcome step

              one, I can face the 99…”

I haven’t heard that song in years!

Wait, I need my own determination.

…I am not alone.