A Prayer of Frugality

Lord, I need not prove my worth to man, By driving a brand new car. For the one that thou hast given, Still takes me near and far. Lord, I have no need for a newer house, To satisfy ego or my pride. For the one that thou provided, Can be warm or cool inside. Lord, For larger closets I have no need, In which new clothes to store. For what you've give still suffice, And I've your promise of more. Lord, I need not do one single thing, Proving to others that I can, It's important only that they see, Your love in me for my fellow man. Lord, A frugal lifestyle teach me to live, In all that you would have me be, Being content wherein I'm blessed, Giving praise and thanks unto thee. Lord, May I not seek the praises of men, Nor be found doing for show. But be at peace within my heart, Being enough Lord, that You know.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008


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Date: 4/16/2011 1:52:00 PM
A beautiful poem in spirit and in heart. Congratulations on it being featured Tom. Blessings, Connie
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Date: 4/13/2011 9:27:00 AM
Congrats Tom, on your lyric being featured. Vince
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Date: 4/11/2011 12:56:00 PM
Congratulations on your well deserved poem being featured this week Tom. Love, Carol
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Congratulations on your poem being featured this week, Tom
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