If God Gives Me Tomorrow

If God gives me tomorrow
I'll try to stop crying
unlike this dark night
where I fear that I'm dying

If He gives me tomorrow
I'll let go of today
I'll hold onto the good things
and the rest throw away

In the grass I'll walk barefoot
and make friends with a bird
A deaf ear shall I turn to
any harsh, evil word

I will look through the skin
to search out the soul
for therein lie treasures
that make someone whole

If God gives me tomorrow
a new song shall I sing
With the heavenly choirs
our voices will ring

Won't waste time with worry
and neither will fret
No more whiling my hours
in pools of regret

Each day is a do-over
a brand new start
to expressing your love
and unlocking your heart

So much to accomplish
new seed to be sown
in ground lying fallow
where good crops are grown

I'll do what I can
to ease someone's sorrow
by sharing a smile ~

if God gives me tomorrow
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Calasibetta Avatar
October 28, 2021 at 4:44 PM
Michael, magnificently penned, filled with your undying faith to living in God's grace. Beautiful! Blessings, Paulette
Wise Avatar
November 2, 2021 at 10:10 AM
Many thanks to you, and glory to God! :)
Harrold Avatar
August 30, 2021 at 1:11 PM
Beautiful
Wise Avatar
August 30, 2021 at 6:14 PM
Many thanks!
Staton Avatar
August 27, 2021 at 3:50 AM
Michael I love this poem! It is how we all should model life. Enjoy life! Let us not waste time with bitterness and sorrow; be grateful for today - there may be no tomorrow!
Wise Avatar
August 27, 2021 at 5:07 AM
Thank u very much, Valerie!
Marcum Wong Avatar
April 22, 2021 at 12:22 PM
I was listening to Garth Brook’s song “If tomorrow never comes” yesterday and I can’t seem to get the melody out of my head today. I love your poem and the way you have ended it Michael. I lost my husband recently and your words took me on an emotional journey. It is very nice to meet you. Blessings
Wise Avatar
August 13, 2021 at 6:36 PM
Sorry for your loss! Thank you for your wonderful comments! Nice to meet u too!
Gelok Avatar
April 21, 2021 at 3:04 PM
I could feel the hope in this poem. Enjoyed it very much. We all need to realize we may not have that opportunity to get another tomorrow.
Wise Avatar
August 13, 2021 at 6:35 PM
Thank you! Very true!
Grieves Avatar
February 23, 2021 at 10:39 PM
Loved this! Hopeful despite the lament of the present circumstances. This is life's reality.
Wise Avatar
August 13, 2021 at 6:35 PM
Many thanks!
Star Child Nebula Avatar
February 23, 2021 at 7:16 PM
Beautiful tribute to eternal graditude for God's love for all human beings. Continue to love my dear with all your heart. Selfless love is extremely rewarding in God's kingdom.
Wise Avatar
August 13, 2021 at 6:34 PM
Amen! Thank u and blessings to you!
Bangalee Avatar
December 3, 2020 at 1:42 AM
if God gives me tomorrow/ Each day is a do-over/ a brand new start/ to expressing your love/ and unlocking your heart/// excellent poem penned; great poetic sharing
Wise Avatar
December 7, 2020 at 10:12 AM
Thank u very much Mahtab! :)
Romios Avatar
May 4, 2019 at 6:17 PM
Wonderful..Panagiota
Wise Avatar
October 18, 2019 at 6:04 PM
Thank u!
Awtry Avatar
March 15, 2019 at 1:30 AM
Michael, this is beautiful! I don't know how I've missed it till now. This is a FAV for me!
Wise Avatar
March 15, 2019 at 8:19 AM
Thank u PS! I seem to have struck a chord with many through this poem, it's my most favorited one by other members. :)
Mckeithan Avatar
March 9, 2019 at 11:17 PM
Hello Michael, Great poem. God gives us a new day each day with new opportunities. Your poem says it all.
Wise Avatar
March 10, 2019 at 6:37 AM
Indeed He does! Thank u Oliver! :)
De Beaulieu Avatar
March 6, 2019 at 5:25 PM
Hello Michael Wise,this poem speaks to me. It will be my fav. Have a nice evening my friend.
Wise Avatar
March 6, 2019 at 5:56 PM
Thank U very much Darlene! :)
Moan Jr Avatar
March 6, 2019 at 3:18 PM
best i've read in awhile. I really enjoyed this one! I'll be watching and waiting for fresh stuff Thanks R
Wise Avatar
March 6, 2019 at 3:51 PM
Thank u Robert! :)
Jeavons Avatar
March 3, 2019 at 11:14 AM
Another lovely piece of work Michael! Blessings, Susan
Wise Avatar
March 3, 2019 at 5:53 PM
Thank u Susan! Blessings to you! :)
Lindley Avatar
February 26, 2019 at 5:36 AM
Simply beautiful with deep inspirational power! A glowing gem.. A fav....
Wise Avatar
February 26, 2019 at 6:35 AM
Many thanks to you, Robert! :)
Craig Avatar
February 23, 2019 at 10:18 PM
This is one of the most beautiful poems I have read on this site. It makes me want to smile and bless all the tomorrows.
Wise Avatar
February 24, 2019 at 8:35 AM
That makes me very happy! Thank u Michael! :)
Hamilton Avatar
February 23, 2019 at 9:48 PM
This is wonderful writing Michael, it is going into my faves!
Wise Avatar
February 24, 2019 at 8:35 AM
Thank u John, I am honored! :)
Jeavons Avatar
February 21, 2019 at 10:09 PM
I love it. Wonderful poem Michael. Another fave. Blessings, Susan
Wise Avatar
February 22, 2019 at 7:12 AM
Thank u Susan! Blessings to you as well! :)
Fairchild Avatar
February 8, 2019 at 12:18 AM
May God give you many, many happy tomorrows! Wonderful!
Wise Avatar
February 8, 2019 at 5:56 AM
Thank u sir! And may He do likewise for you! :)
Vangaveti Avatar
February 6, 2019 at 4:28 AM
Optimistic:)
Wise Avatar
February 6, 2019 at 8:33 AM
I'd hoped people would see it that way. Thank u! :)
Wanter Avatar
February 5, 2019 at 10:03 AM
I love your poems. This speaks to many, many folks who suffer night terrors, and is so uplifting.
Wise Avatar
February 5, 2019 at 11:52 AM
Sometimes I'm not sure how my poetry will be received, but your response is very encouraging, and I thank u Sunlite. :)
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