Footprints in the Sand is a beautiful poem that is offering comfort, hope and courage during the tough times. The poem describes a person who is having a dream of walking along a beach with God. He is watching many scenes from the life flash across the whole sky. They notice that during the difficult times of life, there is only set of footprints in the sand which is ultimately leading them to ask why they were left alone in the beach.
This poem shows that we are never really truly alone in the world, even when life feels sad and depressing. It is a quickly remainder that there is support of love and care with is, whether from a higher power, friends, family or life partner. They helps us, encourage us, carry us through the most difficult times of life. This is a powerful message which continues to provide the comfort and strength to those people who read it.
Footprints Poem
along the beach with the Lord.
Many scenes from my life flashed across the sky.
Sometimes there were two sets of footprints,
other times there were one set of footprints.
during the low periods of my life, when I was
suffering from anguish, sorrow or defeat,
I could see only one set of footprints.
Lord, that if I followed you,
you would walk with me always.
But I have noticed that during the most trying periods
of my life there have only been
one set of footprints in the sand.
Why, when I needed you most,
you have not been there for me?”
But I have noticed that during the most trying periods
of my life there have only been
one set of footprints in the sand.
Why, when I needed you most,
you have not been there for me?” " style="margin-left: 20px;">Copy
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Footprints in the Sand Poem
I can open up my heart and receive everything you have to say
I know I can continue to trust in the words that come from your mouth
While you hold my hand as we walk together
Making footprints in the sand
I never doubted what you held in your hands for me
And though naturally I’ve only seen one set of footprints
I know spiritually there was another set right next to me in the sand
Whenever I felt I was falling
You was there to help me stand
You always remained true to me
And in my darkest nights
You opened my eyes and revealed your light
When we would make our footprints in the sand
You promised me that you’ll always be with me
As I make my way treading and conquering this land
When I was lost and didn’t know what else to do
You spoke to my heart and you made a way
I’ve never lost faith in you
Instead I softened my heart and let you in
My life wouldn’t be what is without you
That’s why I never drifted away from you
I chose to walk with you making my way in this land
Making footprints in the sand
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Footprint Sand Poem
I had to follow where they go
Tip toe’d in every step
To keep my feet from getting wet
