Category: Poems

The higher the authority

The greater the consequence,

If we transgress the rules indeed

Since there’s a required recompense.

If a child disobeys

The parent disciplines accordingly;

So respect and honour become the standard

To foster healthy boundaries.

If a student disrespects a teacher

Then detention is the norm;

To reinstate the teacher’s authority

In every method and form.

If we steal or if we murder

Then a jail term awaits,

With a sentence that will fit the crime

Behind those cold, steel rusty gates.

If a king is betrayed

Then certain death can occur;

When the accused is guilty of treason

As much unrest this will stir.

Since we’ve all offended a holy God

Certain death we all can see…

As we’ve transgressed against an eternal being

With a heavy price for eternity.

But Christ in His mercy

Paid this heavy price in full;

To ransom His from the wrath of God

And where sin no longer rules.

The higher the authority

Dictates the level of punishment…

Let’s be vigilant and honour God

As we sincerely pray and repent.

(C) P.B. 2020

“The wrath of a king is like the roaring of a lion; Whoever provokes him to anger sins against his own life.”  Proverbs 20:2

“For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”  Romans 6:23

“And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, ‘All authority has been given to Me in heaven and earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations..’”  Matthew 28:18-19

Many words do make an impact

As their meaning is so deep,

But some are very humble

Although a harvest they can reap.

The ‘longest’ word in the bible

Is the shortest in its text,

But it makes a world of difference

When it’s put into effect.

The word referred to here

Is the simple two lettered “IF”

It has power to differentiate

And the wheat from tares will sift.

IF we then being evil

Give good gifts at our whim,

How much more will our Father

Give the Holy Spirit who asks Him?

IF anyone desires

To be a follower of Christ;

He must first deny himself

Take up the cross and fight the fight.

IF we gain the entire world

But we lose our precious soul,

What profit will it be

When eternity unfolds?

IF God so clothes the grass

Which perishes so quick,

How much more will our needs be met

If we’re humble and are meek?

IF God is our Father

We would naturally love the Lord,

And abide in His precious word

Understanding we are adored.

IF is the ‘longest’ word

Since it comes with a condition,

And IF it’s obeyed the difference will mean

Either heaven or perdition.

Not everyone who says “Lord, Lord”

Will enter the heavenly kingdom…

But IF we continue to overcome

We have God’s grace, mercy and freedom.

(C) P.B. 2019

“IF you then being evil know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask Him.” Luke 11:13

“IF anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow Me.” Luke 9:23

“For what profit is it to a man IF he gains the whole world, and is himself destroyed or lost.” Luke 9:25

“IF then God so clothes the grass which today is in the field and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, how much more will He clothe you, O you of little faith?” Luke 12:28

“IF God were your Father you would love Me.” John 8:42

Where there’s life there is celebration

As every day is a pure gift;

When one life ends another begins

And new life our countenance lifts.

Where there’s life there is a fountain

Of endless opportunities…

When we drink from the well of love and peace

Much goodness and kindness we’ll see.

Where there’s forgiveness there is life

As new beginnings are displayed;

When we can freely move forward and be set free

And when bitter memories they will fade.

Life drinks from the pure springs

As a well-nourished fountain within;

It beams with joy and it radiates

When we’re truly set free from our sin.

Life is magnified when the light

It shines on reality,

And when we’re cleansed there is a fresh start

And with spiritual eyes we see.

Life is precious and beams with hope

And with all our sweet memories;

We’re grateful for God’s most gracious ways

And appreciate what will be.

Life can certainly have ups and downs

And when we walk through the darkest valley,

Our beacon of hope is Jesus Christ

When our burdens He will carry.

And when we learn to never quit

We become stronger and mightier within;

As we pray against all the fiery darts

We overcome and we win.

Life is sweet and when filled with faith

It’s an unwavering trust from within;

It rejoices with new opportunities

With an excitement that it will bring.

As we appreciate this dear gift

Let’s thank God He created us,

And all of us so unique and special

With His tender and loving touch.

(C) P.B. 2020

“And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life and man became a living being.” Genesis 2:7

“Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” Psalm 119:105

“But the water that I shall give him will become in him a fountain of water springing up into everlasting life.” John 4:14

“No weapon formed against you shall prosper.” Isaiah 54:17

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.” Galatians 5:22

Invincible in power and might

Is only One indeed…

The Creator of the universe

And no other will there be.

Invincible yet invisible

But with a beauty to behold;

An order that’s immaculate

With miracles that unfold.

Invincible and infallible

Majestic in expression and deed;

All created with His powerful word

Pristine and awesome indeed.

His fountains of flowing waters

Mountains to reach the sky,

The intricate feather of a bird

So pure and divine.

He’s unparalleled and He’s unmatched

There is no other god like Him;

He’s loving but He’s also a judge

And shows mercy at His whim.

He has the power to create us

From an invisible egg and sperm;

He has the power to cast into hell

As His justice is true and firm.

He’s brilliant with a wonderful mind

As everything has a reason,

And every purpose under the sun

Through every month and season.

He’s undisputable indeed

Undeniable and unquestionable;

Unchallenged in every single way

Since His glory is always full.

Invincible and one of a kind

Majestic in all His ways;

We rejoice in His salvation

And worship Him all our days.

He listens to the cry of our heart

And is moved to intercede,

He protects and boundary of the widow

And the hungry mouths He feeds.

A reservoir of love

Extending from His faithful hand;

All creation bows to Him

Too marvelous to understand.

The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob

And of the Gentiles too,

The One with the power to part the Red Sea

So sacred, precious and true.

(C) P.B. 2020

“Among the gods there is none like You, O Lord, Nor are there any works like Your works. All nations whom You have made, shall come and worship before You, O Lord, and shall glorify Your name. For You are great and do wondrous things; You alone are God.” Psalm 86:8-10

“For He says to Moses, ‘I will have mercy on whomever I will have mercy and I will have compassion on whomever I will have compassion.'” Romans 9:15

“No one is holy like the Lord. For there is none besides You, Nor is there any rock like our God.” 1 Samuel 2:2

“For I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like Me.” Isaiah 46:9

“And God said to Abraham, ‘As for you, you shall keep My covenant you and your descendants after you throughout their generations.” Genesis 17:9

“Or is He the God of the Jews only? Is He not also the God of the Gentiles? Yes of the Gentiles also.” Romans 3:29

It’s a devotion that’s everlasting…

A permanence with stability,

When someone is our beloved

And in our heart will always be.

It is deep and satisfying

When someone is dearly loved;

It’s the most sincere type of affection

And so pure from above.

It’s a gentle, sweet encounter

One we cherish with purity;

A highly regarded relationship

Where truth and honesty we see.

When Jesus becomes our beloved

And when we honour and respect Him;

It’s the most beautiful thing we could ever do

When He saves our soul within.

Our beloved will always be

Our inspiration and guiding light;

His Spirit leads us into all truth

So we can successfully fight the good fight.

Our beloved will never disappoint

As His promises are always fulfilled;

When we surrender our lives and heart to Him

Much peace He will instil.

Our beloved is pure like a dove

And should be our prized possession;

Since nothing or nobody can compare

With His love, affection and devotion.

We are His beloved

When we’re cleansed by His blood;

That was shed at Calvary

Expressing His ultimate love.

(C) P.B. 2019

“My beloved is mine, and I am his.” Song of Solomon 2:16

“This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” Matthew 3:17

“to the praise of the glory of His grace, by which He made us accepted in the Beloved.” Ephesians 1:6

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” 2 Timothy 4:7

When a smile decorates our face

It’s contagious when it’s pure;

Revealing a kindness and a warmth

That encourages one to endure.

When a hug envelops a lonely soul

It’s tender and shows much care,

As a gentle reminder and a reassurance

That someone is always there.

When a friendly kiss is sincere

It seals our soul with joy;

With a compassion and a happiness

When a friendship we enjoy.

It’s the little acts of kindness

That will never go unnoticed,

As we will always remember those special moments

That we keep in our memory list.

To really make a difference

We merely need to care,

And put the needs of others first

Or simply just to be there.

As we live a peaceful and quiet life

And mind our own business too,

It’s a testimony of a simple life

Where we reflect on all we do.

Most crave to be surrounded

By caring and calming souls;

Where God’s wisdom is reflected

So fruitful solutions can unfold.

It’s to share the wonderful gospel

And its message so simple and pure;

It’s to remind those precious souls

That from sin there is a cure.

It’s to be God’s hands and feet

In a world hostile and lost;

As His vessels sharing the good news in love

To point them to the cross.

It’s the simple acts that speak aloud

And the most precious of all indeed,

Reserved in the hearts of man

As we plant those loving seeds.

(C) P.B. 2019

“Beloved, let us love one another, for love is of God, and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God.” 1 John 4:7

“The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul; The testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.” Psalm 19:7

“that you also aspire to lead a quiet life, to mind your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you.” 1 Thessalonians 4:11

Are we seeing through our heart?

Or only from our eyes?

Since the difference will determine

If we believe the truth or lies.

Are we obsessed with externals?

Or do we desire deeper things?

Since the difference will determine

Whether unrest or peace this brings.

Are we focused on the here and now?

Or is eternity on our mind?

Since the difference will determine

Whether eternal death or life we find.

Do we take men’s opinion to heart?

Or believe what God has said?

Since the difference will determine

The path in which we’re led.

Do we wear a mask and pretend?

Or are we content in our own skin?

Since the difference will determine

If we’re sincere from within.

Do we walk in our integrity?

Or choose manipulation and lies?

Since the difference will determine

Whether we’re respected or despised.

The difference is in our attitude

As to whether we heal or kill;

With our thoughts, words and actions

And the type of seed we instil.

(C) P.B. 2018

“Truly these times of ignorance God overlooked, but now commands all men everywhere to repent.” Acts 17:30

We are strong in our weakness

More than we’ll ever know…

When we allow Almighty God

His strength upon us to bestow.

There is power in humility

That works behind the scenes,

As God exalts the humble

And humbles the exalted it would seem.

There’s much strength in kindness

Since it can transform a life;

As it resurrects from darkness

Into God’s everlasting light.

There is power in our love

With a foundation of pure motives,

As it strengthens the most feeble soul

And it’s where miracles are noticed.

There is strength in our silence

When we know whether or not to speak,

When we learn to become wise

And God’s promptings we do seek.

The world’s strength does not compare

With God’s definition of ‘strong’

Since society’s ways are always opposite

And in God’s ways they don’t belong.

To be strong is to be ‘weak’

And by God’s grace to understand,

That without God we are nothing

And that all is in His hands.

He’s our strong fortress and our tower

Our help when in distress;

He gives us capabilities

And heals us from our mess.

He strengthens the feeble knees

When we cry from our heart;

He listens to our every prayer

His love will never part.

As we rely solely on His strength

We’ll achieve eternal goals,

As He guides us and He leads us

So His life in us unfolds.

(C) P.B. 2019

“My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” 2 Corinthians 12:9

“For when I am weak, then I am strong.” 2 Corinthians 12:10

“And whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” Matthew 23:12

“O Lord, my strength and my fortress. My refuge in the day of affliction.” Jeremiah 16:19

“God is our refuge and strength a very present help in trouble.” Psalm 46:1

“Who is this King of glory? The Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle.” Psalm 24:8

True riches do not have price tags

Or something that you can buy…

Since all material possessions

Will one day be left behind.

It’s the treasures deep in our soul

As we exhibit the spiritual fruit,

Of love, peace, joy and kindness

With goodness and patience too.

It’s the richness when we give birth

And that overwhelming love;

That captures our heart and soul

As we hold our treasure from above.

It’s when our spouse looks us in the eye

Followed by a passionate embrace;

It’s the richness of becoming one

With loving kindness and grace.

It’s the riches when we reach out

To serve somebody in need;

It’s the kindness that we exhibit

As we pray and intercede.

It’s the riches when we receive Jesus

And discover the meaning of life;

Being sealed by the Holy Spirit

And becoming the Bride of Christ.

True riches can never be bought

Since God freely gives to us all,

And the richest most precious decision

Is to respond when our name He calls.

(C) P.B. 2018

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control.” Galatians 5:22

“..But God who is rich in mercy, because of His great love with which He loved us, even when we were dead in trespasses, made us alive together with Christ.” Ephesians 2:4-5

“..and that He might make known the riches of His glory on the vessels of mercy, which He had prepared beforehand for glory.” Romans 9:23

“Worthy is the Lamb who was slain to receive power and riches and wisdom, and strength and honor and glory and blessing.” Revelation 5:12

“Riches do not profit in the day of wrath, but righteousness delivers from death.” Proverbs 11:4

If I had a cure for cancer

You’d be knocking on my door,

Perhaps plead for the solution

And no doubt be back for more.

If I had the winning numbers

Of the lottery in mind,

You’d beg for the combination

To leave your poverty behind.

If I had the key to happiness

You’d be standing next in line,

Eager for the perpetual answer

To leave your miseries behind.

If I cracked the code to eternal life

Where no death you’ll ever see,

Most likely I’d become very rich

As there’d be no limit to my fee.

I have some very good news indeed

As there’s an answer to all the above…

Perhaps not in the way you would expect

But nevertheless with love.

There is a cure for cancer

It’s a spiritual one indeed;

It’s when our sickly soul is healed

From its autoimmunity.

The winning numbers do exist

But not found in the lottery;

It’s when Christ stamps His name and number

On our forehead in eternity.

There is the key to happiness

Its true riches are in Christ;

When we open our heart to God

And love Him with all our might.

And the code to eternal life

Was cracked as Jesus was crucified;

So we can avoid the second death

As Christ becomes Lord of our lives.

(C) P.B. 2014

‘While we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen.  For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal.”  2 Corinthians 4:18