Our Broken World

Years ago when I was a young boy The world was a nice place there was plenty of joy I'm older now and wiser too And I've seen the evil that men can do. Pick up the paper or watch the TV No more good news or is it just me ? I look around and what do I find A world full of terror that's affecting mankind. Men have twisted religion and suited it for their needs They think Gods on their side whilst they commit wicked deeds You can not oppose them for they will kill you You have to go with their ways its all you can do. There are oppressed communities living in fear They call out for help but the world doesn't hear More often than not help arrives too late By then some have met with a terrible fate. There is no prayer book that says to kill or to maim They carry out evil in their 'Gods' name They're brainwashed by others with a twisted mind Their 'God' must be evil not the one who is kind. But there is hope look around and you'll see People doing good deeds selflessly It helps restore your faith in humanity And you think to yourself that's how it should be. Written on 22nd November 2017