237. Solid Wood

1.9. 1989. (from Edith Schaeffer's talk)

Lord, make me be of solid wood
  of oak, or even pine,
That all throughout I'm all the same,
  not just veneer that shines,
So if I'm sliced, what is exposed
  will be the same strong wood,
And if cut down, that which remains
  can be used for some good.

236. Revolving Door of Worry

30.8.1989.

It bothers me that I'm bothered,
  and unable to rest.
Why can't I put it down and leave
  this burden that's a test.
I pick it up, and put it down,
  and pick it up again.
My mind thinks up solutions and
  the freedom I'd have then.

The problem is I put it down
  then stand and stare at it.
That only agitates my heart,
  it doesn't quiet it.
I tell Him how I'm bothered and
  He asks me what's the fuss.
I see the burden in His hand...
  it looks like so much dust.