In life there are bridges which I want to build,
And I want to have wisdom and learn to be skilled.
Some of life's bridges are out of repair.
They will need patience and wisdom and prayer.
We can build bridges of friendship and trust,
But we sometimes need to reach out or adjust.
Forgiveness will bridge over chasms of hurt,
And broken relationship it will divert.
Love and encouragement do much to build
In lives where the rooms with emptiness are filled.
Understanding will span over distance and space
And build a new road paved with beauty and grace.
There are so many places which just need a bridge
To help someone over a hurdle or ridge.
Lord, help me know just how to proceed,
And then to build bridges where there is a need.
© 2007 Arlene Schwartzkopf