My Hammer
With my hammer
Held in my hand
I can destroy a building
Or make it stand!
This amazing tool
Has much use
It can pound something in
Or pry something loose.
I can use it
As a crutch
Or to break ice
For tea at lunch!
I can grip it tightly
To strengthen my wrist
It can be a weapon
Like my fist.
Yes, my hammer
Is a nifty tool
As the tongue
For both, the wise and fool!
The tongue can build up
Or tear someone down
It can pound in hate
Or spread love around!
A tongue can speak loosely
Without a care
Or gently whisper
And cry out in prayer!
Oh, the tongue
Is such a little member
Much like my hammer
( I must remember)
It can be used
To strengthen my soul
Or as a weapon
Spinning out of control!
Like a raging fire
The tongue can destroy
But in God’s grace
It will bring much JOY!!!
Written by Stacey Brown
7-28-14
Copyright © Stacey Brown | Year Posted 2014
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