December 24, 2016

A star led the wise men to Jesus

The wise men came
who knew their wisdom
astrologers ... were they? 

following a star
seen in the east
to lead them
guide them
to ...


God's glory
full of wonder
and splendor
and majesty

the babe lying 
in a manger
The Lord Jesus


To their knees
they bow
these wise men
who came
in praise
and honor
and worship

bringing gifts
to
The Holy One
King of Kings
Lord of Lords


Are we
so wise? 


Do we follow
the Lord's lead?

Do we look up ...
Bow down?

Do we know
who He is ...
The Almighty One

Is He
your King
your Lord? 


(c) December 22-23, 2016

The Lord beckons

"To give light to those who sit in darkness and the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the way of peace." - Luke 1:79

"Let the peace of God rule in your hearts ... be thankful." - Colossians 3:15 


Emptiness gnaws
Hopelessness threatens

The Lord stands firm
His hand open, beckons


My Presence
is the Light
you need

My Presence
is the Completeness
you seek

Come
be filled
with My Love
My Hope
My Peace

Let the Light of
My Presence
linger
upon you
wash over you
pulse through you



 (c) December 24, 2016