This is a prayer written by my father days before he
joined our Almighty. I saw this inside his wallet, good thing that it can still be read.
I think this deserves to be published.
Why Me Lord?
Redan Ramon P. Lopez
Why me, Lord?
Amidst heavy burdens and trials
Amidst life’s difficulties
I have often asked God this question,
“Why me, Lord?, Why this, Lord?”
One day, in a soft, gentle voice in my heart,
He answered me, “but why not you my child?”
It is you I have chosen to share with me this cross, this
special privilege.
I know you can bear it patiently for my sake
because I will give you the strength for it, my strength.
I know this cross wil bring you closer to me.
Because you will need to depend on me, completely.
I know you will come out of this cross with victory.
As my own cross ended in victory, too.
My child, today I give you my love, my hope and my joy.
A burning love that will pull you through all difficulties
in life.
A hope that will keep you persevering,
Knowing that trials are temporary and victory always awaits
those who trust in me.
A joy not without pain, but a joy despite pain and suffering
A joy that will touch the hearts of many.
A joy planted deep in your soul and no one can take away
from you.
I know you will be good witness of My great love, M y child
This is why I share my cross with you.
I answered,
“Lord, now I understand.
Give me the grace to accept each cross I carry.
As a special privilege rather than a burden.
Even just saying it seems hard.
Lord, but with you at my side always,
I’ll pull through with courage.
Amen.”
