"Footprints in the Sand" is a popular poem that tells the story of a person reflecting on their life journey. In the poem, the narrator dreams of walking along a beach with God, where scenes from their life are displayed in the sand. Each set of footprints represents moments of joy and struggle. As the narrator looks back, they notice that during the hardest times, there is only one set of footprints. Confused, they ask God why they were left alone. God replies that during those difficult moments, they were carried, symbolizing support and love during life's challenges.