When we take things at face value
What do we actually see?
It is truth, reality or factual indeed
Or one big fantasy?
When we take things at face value
Are we seeing what’s really portrayed?
Or is it a counterfeit or something fake
Where an illusion has been made?
Because the simple reality is
That unless we dig deeper than what we see,
We’ll only catch a glimpse of the bigger picture
And may avoid reality.
We’ll believe everything we’re told
Without examining the information,
And unless we research the matter at hand
There will be speculation.
A smile may appear real
At face value indeed,
But it may be coated with venom
With a hatred we cannot see.
The rich may envy those poorer
Or those with a simple heart,
Because when the love of money is a root of all evil
It can tear families apart.
A mansion is stunning indeed
A lifestyle coveted,
But only God knows the reality within;
The heartaches or regrets.
Because disillusionment lives at the top
With many shattered hopes and dreams,
Since we’re created to love and worship God
And nothing in-between.
The celebrities and those famous
Perhaps would give anything,
To be left alone, to be anonymous
But where true freedom this will bring.
The poor may be content
And rejoice in what they receive,
Who make the most of everything
And most likely are not deceived.
Taking things at face value
Is like a jigsaw incomplete,
Where the story is yet to be painted;
It’s when the pieces do not meet.
Taking things at face value
Is a shallow way to exist,
Because unless we stand for something
We’ll fall for anything in our midst.
A gorgeous face does not equate
With an equally beautiful soul,
Because when externals become important
Internal thoughts will not unfold.
Jesus knew what was in the hearts
Of everyone He met,
But His powerful words that were filled with truth
Caused people to repent.
His truth can pierce our conscience
Since His words project much light,
Emanating from the Heavenly Father
They are words filled with life.
The depths of God’s word
And the richness of His ways,
Will reward us with His forgiveness
When in our repented heart He stays.
(C) P.B. 2021
“For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” 1 Samuel 16:7
“For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil…”. 1 Timothy 6:10
“Come now, you rich, weep and howl for your miseries that are coming upon you!” James 5:1
“But when Jesus perceived their thoughts, He answered and said to them, ‘Why are you reasoning in your hearts?’” Luke 5:22
“Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a person sows, this he will also reap.” Galatians 6:7
“Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have.” Hebrews 13:5
“Woe to you scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you are like whitewashed tombs which indeed appear beautiful outwardly, but inside are full of dead men’s bones and all uncleanness.” Matthew 23:27
“Repent, and be baptised every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and you shall receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.” Acts 2:38
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