Home » Poems » Jim Pemberton » There Was a Time We Weren'T Ashamed of God

There Was a Time We Weren'T Ashamed of God

There was a time in America, when the Bible 
was taught in the schools.
The ten commandments were displayed, as “God’s set of rules.”

There was a time in America, where the 
cross could be displayed.
Even in public places, people came together and prayed.

There was a time in America, 
 there was no “church and state” separation.
As people all across this country asked God to help this nation.

There was a time in America, where 
people knew right from wrong.
You could see it in the way they lived, and could here it in their song.

There was a time in America where one
 was proud to be a Christian.
One could take stand for holiness, 
without coming under “suspicion.”

There was a time in America, when 
mom and dad were together…
Now, any kind of a commitment to marriage seems lost forever

There was a time in America, where many were proud of  “tradition.”
There seems to be a lack of any kind of “spiritual nutrition.”

There was a time in America, where so many could proudly say;
“I’m going to read the bible and go to church on Sunday.”

This is the time for America, to wake
 up and try to understand.
We need to seek God right now!  All over this land!

This is the time for America, to listen and begin to hear…
The coming of our Lord is drawing ever so near!

NOW is the time to seek the Lord, while he may be found!
The word of God needs to be read in every city and town!

Won’t you too seek God and listen to his voice today?
Simply give him your heart and life…  This could be YOUR day!

By Jim Pemberton

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.