scene from my eyes

You are my daughter
And your value lies much deeper than the skin
A woman of standard, you hold great purpose within
Even though you could give in to society and blend in

Or in a world so commercialized fall to compromise
Thinking your contribution trivial or that the small details don’t count
But I am here to assure you, and erase every bit of doubt

The world cannot afford your absence

From the beginning, you were created to provide what the earth lacked
And when you walk in that authority, you have an invaluable impact
Complimenting your surroundings with the help you bring
Filling the gaps with the heart of a servant and a queen

Standing tall for the entire world to see
Yet humbly offering guidance so compassionately
You are completion in the midst of brokenness
And the missing piece someone desperately needs

The world cannot afford your absence

Society may define women based on their shape, their weight
And how they’re dressed from head to toe
But it’s the love you carry that people will truly know
Because the beauty I created inside you is incorruptible

Your spirit is gentle, and above all else it’s what shines
Remember, it’s in my own reflection I call you mine
You hold the treasure someone desperately needs to find

The world cannot afford your absence

Now, others may be praised simply for their talent
Or the crowds they can raise
But you understand exactly why your instrument was made
And even silent, your life is a strong voice people hear
Powerful beyond words, your faith is enough to shift the atmosphere
And as you worship me in truth
Others follow suit

The world cannot afford your absence

Even when others present a life that’s counterfeit
You are the example; you are my righteousness
The clear among clouds, your authenticity leads others to truth
On this earth, you produce my undeniable proof

And it’s through you that people come to know me
I really, really need you to see
You are a mighty woman of God
And through your assignment many lost will be free

The world cannot afford your absence

Heard this poem, read by the writer herself, Leah Cast, for the first time at Deeper Conference 2012 during the women’s breakout session. It is safe to say that it’s the very first poem that managed to move and tug my heart strings. Its words are simple and straightforward. Nothing fancy or Shakespearean, yet they speak of so much. To me at the very least.

I wished these words were to came out of my mind, flowed out of my heart and ran through my fingers. But they didn’t. Still grateful though. Very much so. Another treasure I brought home from the journey <3