Monday, November 24, 2008

Taking time to listen

This is rather 'simple' - but is my poetry themed view of today!


On the field of life, a war was being fought

With a restless spirit, peace is what I sought

At first light, I rose to take a stroll alone

Caged by my human thoughts, though free amidst trees and solid stone.


I spoke my questions aloud and I knew God would hear...

Not a human voice was heard but His answers were heard clear

He spoke through the brook, which trickled peacefully

His message arrived with a lark, flying free

His light broke through the trees – true sunbeams of life

A hawk’s shriek and dive were the Lord’s wise replies

Crickets sang His song, which resonated deep in my soul

All sweet sounds to ease the turmoil that had taken its toll


The gentle breeze was God's own hand stroking my face

Feeling His love is something I hunger much for

It was the ideal moment for me to pray

All of my little selfish problems given away


Since then, I have not felt so alone anymore

I have new spiritual thoughts to explore

Now I see God in all things, just beneath the rough skin

Most importantly, I found God where he had always been

within me, near me, and in all of life.

Love - Peter

1 comment:

StrongJoy said...

Wings Over Earth and Mr. Baker,

Thank you for your insightful comments on my post! I do so appreciate that you would take the time to give me your opinions on this subject. I realize that no one has all the right answers and I hope I don't sound authoritative in voicing my opinions.

By the way, When I titled my post, "The Big Problem With 'An Essay On Man: Misinterpretation,'" I was trying to imply that Pope is easy to misinterpret, not that he had necessarily misinterpreted anything. I hope that didn't cause any confusion - I guess I should have made that clearer so as not to be misinterpreted myself:) Anyway, thanks a lot, and blessings!

Seize The Day!
-StrongJoy