Hello Friends,

Recently I was looking through the notes on my phone and I came across this poem I wrote. I thought I would share to encourage you to look around you at those who may need encouragement, not only during this holiday season, but all year long.

 

Have we failed each other in the name of Pride?

Smile on the surface, pain on the inside

We go to church and laugh and smile

Our hearts in pain all the while

We see each other and see their grin

Not knowing the pain they are in

We sit still and listen as we were taught

Then walk out the door with nary a thought

When was the last time you checked on the widows

Or checked on the mom with all the kiddos

What about the man who sits all alone

Or the couple whose children have left all grown

There are many who could benefit from your story

Who need to see how you gave God Glory

Through the good times and the bad

How the Spirit taught you to be glad

Who of you feel sad in your heart

But smile and wave and play your part

Hiding your pain so others can’t see

You cry out to God and make your plea

It’s time to stand and our burdens share

To unite and show each other we care

The Bible tells us to encourage each other

To uplift our Christian Sister or Brother

So I pray for peace for each of you

Now go show love in all you do

 

I am a follower of Christ, I am not perfect, but I love Jesus.

Until Next Time,

 

Liz Allen