Mary for the Moment: My Broken, His Rescue

By Lisa Michelle Kohler

Mary for the Moment: My Broken, His Rescue is an inspiring collection of poetry and prose, highlighting the brokenness of the human condition and how God can use our darkest tragedies to transform our lives into purposeful walks of hope and restoration. The author draws upon her own personal experiences with sorrow and the discovery of faith to address controversial topics such as humanity's on-going struggle with grief, the negative stigma associated with mental illness, and the declining state of American values and ideals. Written for those searching for strength, perseverance, and meaning in the midst of suffering, this heartfelt treasure addresses the need of every human being to attain inner peace, connection to a higher power, and love that endures in all circumstances.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.
• Release date: Nov 1, 2023
• ISBN: 9798890431349

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Mary for the Moment

My Broken, His Rescue

Lisa Michelle Kohler

ISBN 979-8-89043-135-6 (paperback)

ISBN 979-8-89043-134-9 (digital)

Copyright © 2023 by Lisa Michelle Kohler

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, distributed, or transmitted in any form or by any means, including photocopying, recording, or other electronic or mechanical methods without the prior written permission of the publisher. For permission requests, solicit the publisher via the address below.

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Beyond the Threshold

Reflections

To the Hurried Traveler

His Story

Faith That Moves Mountains

Mocking Moon

Bobbie

Blessed and Broken

The Light in the Darkness

The Destructive State of Babylon

My Promised Land

Staggering Angel

Fade

Autumn Ramblings

My Life for Yours

Happy 4th of July

A Chat with Satan

A Chat with God

A Chat between Satan and God

How Long?

Betrayal

The Lake Hammock

Twinkle, Twinkle

The Final Exchange

I Will Yet Rise

Conclusions

About the Author

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

—Philippians 4:13 (NKJV)

Introduction

As human beings, we are born into the daunting reality that death is inevitable. From the moment we first draw breath until our last days of life, our bodies, minds, aspirations, environments, relationships, and circumstances are constantly evolving. We have limited control over these catalysts that force us to respond and adapt to present truths. Positive or negative, these truths push us to react, move, and grow. Human beings at their core have an innate need for comfort, love, a sense of belonging, innovation, and security. And our souls, in contrast to the finite definition of the human lifespan, inexplicably sense eternity as our destined fate. That awareness of eternity propels us to ask questions that can't be answered by science: How was the world created? Is there a God? What is the meaning of life? What happens to us when we die? These deep questions ultimately point us to seek answers in the form of spirituality and religion. And even if we have been brought up as a child to adhere to a certain denomination of faith, as adult individuals, we must decide for ourselves whether to stay the course or travel a different path.

I have always sensed a deep-felt connection with God. Having experienced a Christian upbringing, I