For I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able
to keep that which I have committed unto him against that day. –2 Tim.1:12
Against what day?
The day of great temptation
When powers of ill,
Subtle and strong, would overwhelm the fortress
Of mind and will.
Against what day?
The day when sudden anguish
Crushes the soul;
When ruthless pain and cold, relentless sorrow
Take bitter toll.
Against what day?
The day of swift destruction,
When in a day
The slowly-garnered treasures of a lifetime
Are swept away.
Against what day?
The day when Death’s grey angel
Crosses my door,
Blotting out life’s sweet song and golden sunshine
Forevermore;
Against that day,
That day of dread,
When strong heart faileth
And hope is fled,
Day of life’s direst need
Or Death’s dark sleep,
I am persuaded that my God is able
My soul to keep!
–Margaret Clarkson–
Janathan Grace Reflections 
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