Copyright by Claytia Doran

He sees the tears you’re crying.

He sees a heart that’s sad.

God knows how hard you’re trying

And why you feel so bad.

So, don’t you go and let Him down

By keeping all the worry.

Don’t turn your smile into a frown

And try to make Him hurry.

Let Him fill your heart with love

And take your cares away.

Lift your eyes to God, above.

Let Him do things ‘His way’.

I Asked God

Author Unknown

I asked God for strength, that I might achieve,

I was made weak, that I might learn humbly to obey;

I asked for health, that I might do greater things,

I was given infirmity, that I might do better things;

I asked for riches, that I might be happy,

I was given poverty, that I might be wise;

I asked for power, that I might have the praise of man,

I was given weakness, that I might feel the need of God;

I asked for all things, that I might enjoy life,

I was given life, that I might enjoy things;

I got nothing that I asked for – but everything I had hoped for,

Almost despite myself, my unspoken prayers were answered,

I am among all men, most richly blessed.

I like this poem very much. Although not overtly a God inspirational poem it speaks of a profound awareness of reality and how we can help others.

May I Listen

Copyright Michelle

May I listen to your worries,

Though you feel despair,

If you talk with me a moment,

You will see that do care,

Please share with me your sorrow,

Don’t be ashamed to shed a tear,

I’ll listen to your worries,

Try to help remove the fear,

I can not solve your problems,

This is something only you can do,

But talking through your worries,

May give an overview.

Perhaps within the silence,

You might just be aware.

That deep within the silence

Is some one else who cares.

I Threw A Fit

Copyright by Claytia Doran

Lord

I threw a fit, today.

You see, I didn’t get my way.

I expected too much of others.

I didn’t take time to pray.

I tried to do things my way,

Instead of doing them for you.

I ranted and raved and carried on.

I threw a pity party or two.

Lord, I threw a fit, today.

My frustration took first place.

I carried on, with an attitude.

I was ahead, running the rat race.

Then, you smiled and touched my heart,

And I saw the footprints in the sand.

I suddenly felt so ashamed,

As I reached over and took your hand.

I slowed my pace, beside you,

And I felt the glory of your way.

Lord, can you ever forgive me

For the fit I threw, today?

I, Too, Must Weep

Copyright by Claytia Doran

Knelt down beside a mound of dirt,

Only God knows how much I hurt.

For, no one can feel this pain I bear

And no one knows how much I care.

But, before I can dry another’s tears,

I too must weep and have some fears.

For, I must know the pain they feel

Before my comfort, their heart, will heal.

I must walk a mile in my brother’s shoes

Before I can help him, the way I choose.

For, I, too, must know how to feel pain

And bring the sunshine, to hide the rain.

I look for blessings, in all my sorrow,

So I can help someone else, tomorrow.

I praise the Lord, each and every day,

That I can help others along life’s way.

Forget Me Not

Copyright by Linda Shelburn Reagan

Forget me not, for I am there

In the beat of your heart,

On the wing of your prayer.

Forgive me my parting and leaving you thus,

A joyous reunion is waiting for us!

Continue to strive toward your goal and be brave.

Know that my love didn’t stop at the grave.

My spirit is with you through good times and bad.

I share all the joys and the sorrows you’ve had.

Feel my presence within your next breath

And realize there’s no distance in death.

Ask for my help and I’ll answer your call.

Reach for my hand when you stumble and fall.

Run the last mile with a smile on your face.

My arms will be waiting when you finish the race.

Always remember, my love is right there

In the beat of your heart,

On the wing of your prayer.