Melissa Marshall

Ode to Jesus

By Alyce Larsen

Lancaster, PA, USA

You spoke to me in song before I knew

My fondest dream would also cause me pain.

You lifted me through years of empty wombs

With gentle whispers of, “Ye shall obtain.”

I have two babies now, both miracles.

I weep with joy and struggle to express

My gratitude for what we have achieved

Together. Oh, my heart is full.

You gave me hope, and now I’m double blessed.

Oh, Jesus! How I love thee.

I believe!