Searching

Unlike the story  of the three wise men traveling the 
same path, searching for their newborn  king, 
three men, travelers were doing the same thing. 
Only in that path  three signs that changed their day.
A fork in the path and a right of way.

On one, 'Yesterday,' next 'Today,' last 'Tomorrow.'
Not knowing which path would lead to sorrow,
Looking for a  'king' to brighten their time given,
Give them direction, and a purpose for living.
They didn't take time to sit and be still,
each one wanted  to do their own will. 
 
The man who chose 'Yesterday' alone in despair,
met a man who offered to help get him there.
Signs also were on that  path, "Hatred,' 'Lies,'
'Unforgiveness,' and then mournful cries.
He had put his trust in the wrong king.
His god did nothing but torment bring.

The man who walked on,'Today,'  also met a man
who offered to help him find Today's great plan.
A King at last, to meet him before day was done.
A sign ,'Pleasures for a Season,' He thought he'd won.
Next 'Money.'  The signs, so pleasant to the eyes.'
He was following a god of great disguise.

The third man chose wisely his path, met the true King 
with nail scarred hands. He had found His everything.
who said," Let us travel  Tomorrow' together." Look above.
They saw signs , 'Eternal Life,' 'Peace' and 'Love.' 
There were trials and tribulations a long their walk, 
but they stayed together and had many a talk.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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March 15, 2014 at 4:37 AM
Edith a great poem there is only one path and it got Jesus name on it thank you for sharing this truth and Godbless.
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