HE LOVES US

 

We listen to the sound of the wind

As it tangles our hair . . .

Then it slowly moves to the meadow

Where flowers toss to and fro . . .

But no one know where the wind hides

Yes, only God knows –

So I have to ask! “Out of the blue,”

We feel this cool breeze upon our face,

And then, in a split second it’s gone!

No! We cannot explain the unknown!

You see, it’s a gift from God . . .

O how this brings tears to my eyes:

“On a hot summer day I’ve asked for

For a cool breeze and God responded!”

We have to be aware of our surroundings,

So stop, and just listen to the wind . . .

What is God telling us, “He loves us?”

 

Epaphroditus© April 26, 2024

REIGN ABOVE ALL

The tangled minds of men . . .

They are devious! Honor they have none!

Power and greed is their God –

They take from others no matter the cost!

As if their egos’ are on steroids!

 

They are taken over by the Devil himself –

Everyday their goal is to grab all they can,

And when the day is done they find no rest!

 

Security is only in what they possess …

A tangled mind that evil has to own!

 

No time to enjoy a sunrise or a sunset –

It’s just a world filled with the lust of riches,

A big house, a luxury car, a fat bank account!

It’s all for the glory of, “look at me!”

And don’t you wish that you were me?

 

“Blessings to me, dear Lord,” they will boast!

In our ivory tower we will reign above all –

You see, the least privileged people matter not!

But in men’s arrogance he has forgotten:

“Everyone has an appointed time to die!”

 

Epaphroditus© April 26, 2024

 

WORTH KNOWING

  

The wind, as I stand in the meadow,

   The flowers are covered with dew,

O my heart cries out of such beauty,

   Then for a moment I think of you!

 

When the Red Hawk sores above . . .

   And I wonder if I am in his view?

Here my troubles are gone forever,

   Then for a moment I think of you!

 

The meadow is beautiful, O so true!

   And soon this day will be through –

I wonder if the wind knows my heart

   Then for a moment I think of you!

 

Flowers, in the bright sun growing,

But loving you was worth knowing!

 

Epaphroditus© April 25, 2024

 

 

LOVE EVERYONE

 

As I look through my window

   The wind is blowing so soft –

Trees swaying back and forth

   Then a leaf is aloft!

 

Dawn is opening up the sky,

   My heart beats low and faint –

Whatever today may bring . . .

   I’ll file no complaint!

 

I’ll take each day at a time

   Because life is sweet –

To me it’s a simple choice

   Love everyone you meet!

 

Through my window I view today –

I’ll not let troubles get in my way!

 

Epaphroditus© April 17, 2024

 

 

SOPHOS

 

You never know:

In our midst, or far away, sitting quietly,

Is an ordinary man, chosen by God –

He carries himself in time and space;

Unknowingly, to all that are around;

His demeanor is like an angel walking in grace,

Wherever his feet touch the ground.

 

He is positive and calm, and follows the light

His eyes are sharing at heaven above –

The troubles of this world are not in his sight,

And when night falls he is filled with love.

Wise is a man that walks with God!

He knows in his heart this is not his home,

And each step he makes – wherever he may trod;

He is assured he is never alone!

 

Epaphroditus© April 24, 2024

 

BEGINNING OF SORROWS

 

Good morning Lord, it’s me again

I think it’s time we talked –

I know You have to be sad . . .

It appears a lot of Your children have gone mad!

We are living in a world consumed with sin –

I know You said to be calm in the storm

That You are still in control,

But Lord, You never said it would be this hard!

I know I need to turn off all of the noise . . .

And turn my attention to You

Open up Your precious words and then rejoice!

For in my heart and mind I know that You know –

I know Lord – You said these things must happen

Before Your return, and we are not to worry!

Thank You Lord! I just needed to vent –

Of course You have everything under control!

I’ll turn my eyes from the world and focus on You,

Your words, Your precious words are always true!

Amen!

 

“And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars. See

that you are not troubled; for all these things must

come to pass, but the end is not yet. For nation will

rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom.

And there will be famines, pestilences, and earthquakes

in various places. All these are the beginning of sorrows.”

                                                               Matthew 24: 6-8

 

Epaphroditus© April 22, 2024

 

SLEEP MY LOVE

 

Sleep, my love, lie still in my arms,

I will protect you this night –

I am the guardian of your Castle,

And you are always in my sight!

Gently, I will draw you close to me,

Hear the night sounds flee from thee,

My love, so sweet, your heart I see,

And here your world is right!

Sleep, my love, lie still in my arms,

I am your prince charming . . .

And to most that maybe alarming,

And now your battery is charging!

“Yes, love, all that you cannot see –

Listen to my heart – it beats for thee.”

 

Epaphroditus© April 21, 2024