The Evil One

The evil one calls out my name
and offers gifts so tempting.
He whispers promises to me
to meet my heart’s desires.

I cannot see beyond the gifts
believing that I earned them.
With arms outstretched I grab what’s mine
and Satan gently sneaks in.

Everything seems superb at first,
but gifts they quickly tarnish.
My conscience prods my senses ‘til
I realise I’ve been foolish.

By then I truly am entrenched
in thoughts of my own greatness
and do not want to live without
the pleasures I was gifted.

The Shining One calls out my name
and offers freedom tempting.
He whispers truths and promises
to be my heart’s desire.

He weans me from my dependence
on he who is deceitful,
revealing my heavenly gifts
and sets me to my purpose.

Dear God

Dear God
I just wanted to thank you Lord
for all that you've done for me.
You have given me great things
to see, hear and do.
Lord you have made me so blessed.
You have gifted me
with understanding friends,
a loving family
and a bright future.
What more could I want?

Yet you went further Lord.
You had me born
in a country where
I have so much freedom,
beautiful landscapes,
unique animals.
What more could I want?

Yet you went still further Lord.
You placed me in a supportive church,
in small groups that fulfil my needs.
You gifted me friends who stretch me and keep me accountable.

And you still gave me more,
Yourself,
Eternal life
and the promise of a place with you in Heaven forevermore.
What more could i want?