Robert L. Hinshaw Poet Rhyme

A New Year's Prayer

Well, here I am again, Lord, a-knockin' on Your door,
With a prayer of thanksgivin' and a few entreaties to implore.
Lord, I thank You for sustainin' me along life's rocky road,
And for the blessin's upon this undeservin' soul You've bestowed!

For this comin' year, I pray not for an accumulation of pelf,
But for good health for my family, neighbors and myself.
May the things I do this year bring honor and glory to You,
And may I heed Your guidance in ever'thing I do.

I pray for peace that the world may be free from strife,
And that humankind will refine its sense of respect for life.
Protect our soldiers, those gallant souls so brave and strong.
I pray they'll be reunited with kin, at home where they belong!

I pray for our leaders and the myriad of challenges they face.
May they serve the people with honor, integrity and grace.
My plea is that the nation's respect for You will be restored,
For 'tis said, "Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord!"

Lord, I pray for those who are hungry, homeless and depressed,
The lonely, ailing, hopeless and those who are oppressed.
For Your steadfast love and answer to prayer I have no doubt.
Seems I'm always pesterin' You, but thanks for hearin' me out!

Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired
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Panagiota Romios December 27, 2024 at 12:25 PM Bob, some poets pen impressive poems, and think, I am to be impressed? Some write the least they possibly can, may God by them be blessed! Some can write brainless comments, Oh, I do think that’s empity and selfish! This one, one dady, will hopefully be a POTD. Youwrit and care for lost mankind. Because Bob, you know goodness and to others needs, you are not blind!.. Few of us,as unselfish as are you. To honor a man so thoughtful, And loving to the Red,White and Blue! FAV Of THE YEAR. Pangie

Dexter Greener December 27, 2024 at 10:14 AM I love this Poem Bob, Great work.

Poet Destroyer A April 28, 2010 at 5:31 PM love the knocking on the door, Bob. you are so right to write your feelings in to a poem. It makes your poetry so good to read it makes sense. It is also uplifting. I also notice when it is not your life you are Poeting about .. I find humor in it. p.d.

Mitch White March 27, 2010 at 3:52 AM He still listens to to this poor soul too. I count the blessings I receive by the hour, its amazing His awesome power and how it works. My faith gets stronger every day- Thanks for your poem it does justice

Ralph Taylor March 24, 2010 at 12:12 PM Great prayer, Bob. I say amen.

Caryl Muzzey March 24, 2010 at 10:02 AM A wonderfull write and paryer. You have spoke for me as well. Thank you for sharing. Caryl