The Battle-(A Short Story)

Run away?

Yes.

Wait…what is the cause of this sudden urge to flee?

Anger.

Anger boils within me. Let the anger control me?

No.

Then I should not flee!

But oh, how I wish to leave, and be free of the scorn and bondage of mockery. To vanish, without a trace… to start over again. On my own!

What for?

This, I know  is not wise. Not only do I keep running, but I will never have settled the very situation! To run sounds the easiest, but to stay and under-go the storm…I must. They say that after the raging storm ends, the light shines brighter than ever before. I want to see this light.

What is this?

Do I feel hope?

In the midst of my suffering, I feel a small piece of reassurance. Till that day comes into life, I will fight. Not by words, nor by the physical, but by the spiritual. I could easily walk away, and forget about all that has happened. I could block it out of my memory. I could grow a bitter heart, and never forgive, but no.

That is the devil’s play! He is the greatest enemy! Using every opening he has to attack.

I stand firm. I feel as if I am standing on a balance beam. One side says, “Life,” and the other reads, “Death.” I must run to one or the other! The sinful nature that I carry cried for the death, but the hope and peace that the Lord has mercifully granted me runs towards the life!

I choose Life.

I know that as I walk to Life, my journey has not become easy, but much more difficult. The feeble mind argues with itself. It’s a constant battle! Know this, for even though the storm comes and the battle is heavy to bear, I carry the greatest.

The Cross.

I am fully armored. The King of Kings is coming! With glory that of which has never been known. He is the great forgiver. He brings peace to all who choose Him.

I blink.

The enemy approaches.

Twice I blink.

The battle rages with cries of pain from one end and shouts of praise from the other.

I blink again.

There in the distance, yes. Far off in the distance, I see a bright light.

I pull my helmet off. My heart finds rest in the Lord.

My chain-mail clanks back and forth as I walk atop the hill.

 I have fought the battle, and now I am home.

Becker Family Moments

Notice the season change? Out here on the East Coast, autumn is making its approach! It's very

exciting. I personally think that the fall and winter months bring family together in a much closer way. From

the pitter, patter of feet running down the hallway, to the drip, drip of the rain on my window, I love to watch

and listen to my surroundings. There is always something going on in my big family. School is in full swing

now. Oh, did I mention...we are home-schooled? Yes, all 6 of us. I don't know how my mother does it, but

I honestly am so grateful for all that she does for us! There are many blessings and joys to living with a big

family. Now, I'm not saying it's an easy day ever day...but God is our strength and wisdom. I am grateful

every day for the lives I am a part of. My sister Sydney is my closest friend, and I love her dearly. She

continues to grow every day and I have high hopes for her future. Josiah is now in his "teens" and even

though that's a transition in itself...I really enjoy the fact that I am seeing him develop in the gifts the Lord has

blessed Him in! Then there is Sara, what a little sport! She is so energetic and full of laughter and joy, seeing

her grow from the cute, tiny, baby she once was, into the beautiful lively 11 year she is now, what a blessing!

My dear Kristen, I nickname her Krissy. What a soft, lovely, dear girl she is. With a heart to follow the Lord

at such a young age...it's awesome. Now, concluding with the "baby." Cole! Oh my goodness, that kiddo

brings so much joy to our household. I smile whenever I think about him. I am so, so blessed to have such a

bright little dude in my life, and even more blessed to call him my little brother! So for the record, I really

must sum it all up for my siblings...I love them would be an understatement. Honestly, I really do, there just is

not words to describe it I guess! So before I end this memoir, a super cool moment I had a few days ago

with my fantastic dad is, we are going to memorize the book of James...or attempt too! Will you take up the

challenge as my dad and I have, to memorize this wonderful book of the Bible? I hope you do! I'm excited

about this and I hope you will take it on.


Blessings.