Where Should I Start, My Lord? ' Poem by Tina Baaklini

I asked, 'Where should I start, my Lord? '
He replied, 'Begin by invoking My name.'

I questioned, 'How can peace grace my heart? '
He advised, 'Seek solace in remembering Me.'

I confided, 'None stood by my side.'
He assured, 'Fear not, for I am with you.'

I added, 'My heart feels vacant.'
He urged, 'Fill it with the warmth of My love.'

I inquired 'What shall I do of my worries? '
He counseled, 'Place your trust in Me.'

I asked, 'What about my aspirations? '
He encouraged, 'Strive for them and persist in prayer.'

I wondered, 'Why do all answers lead back to You, my Lord? '
He responded, 'Because I created you from My soul, My child.'