(Audio reading of the poem on Purposeful Pauses)

Come have breakfast with me

Although you are busy and filled with grief

Come have breakfast with me

Spring forth, leap and see

You find yourself in a tangled mire

I have prepared the coals and the fire

You did not notice me right away

It takes time when your heart is frayed

Change, throw the net on the other side

See what I can do for you when you abide

See me, hear me, notice my love

Compare not your ways to things above

Come have breakfast with me

No matter where you are, see!

Open your eyes to the wonders of grace

Come have breakfast and seek my face

Some will hear, some will leap, some will labor

I speak to each heart with gentle favor

Your journey

Your time

My Spirit guiding

Based on the passage John 21: 1-14

Written by Anna Hebb (copyright, April 5, 2024)

1. How does the invitation to “come have breakfast with me” serve as a metaphor for a deeper connection or healing? Discuss the implications of accepting such an invitation in the context of personal growth or spiritual healing.

2. The poem mentions “Although you are busy and filled with grief.” How do modern life’s demands and experiences of grief impact our ability to connect with others or with a spiritual aspect of life? Discuss the balance between dealing with life’s responsibilities and finding time for healing and connection.

3. In the line “Change, throw the net on the other side,” there’s a suggestion of altering one’s approach or perspective. How can changing our perspective impact our lives? Share a personal experience where a change in perspective led to a significant positive outcome.

4. The poem emphasizes not comparing “your ways to things above.” How does comparison affect our self-esteem and spiritual journey? Discuss the importance of focusing on our path without being weighed down by comparisons.

5. The theme of noticing and seeking out “the wonders of grace” is prevalent. What does grace mean to you, and how do you recognize or seek it in your life? Discuss the concept of grace in the context of forgiveness, acceptance, or unmerited favor.

6. The poem concludes with a mention of “Some will hear, some will leap, some will labor.” Discuss the different responses individuals might have to the same message or invitation. Why do you think people react differently, and how can we respect and understand these diverse responses?

7. The role of “My Spirit guiding” is mentioned as a guiding force in one’s journey. Discuss how our faith plays a role in decision-making and navigating life’s challenges. Share an example where you felt guided in a particular direction and the outcome of following that guidance.