Where Were You God

For many years they asked the Lord for a precious baby boy
They hoped this child would bring them a lifetime full of joy
The Lord indeed granted this gracious gift of love
Wonderfully created by the Father up above
As this child grew so did his dream to serve the Lord and man
He was totally committed to the heavenly Father's plan
His family did not like the fact his life was on the line
But he knew God was with him and he would be just fine
Although he was covered by prayers that never ceased
He chose to risk his own life to give his brother peace
A senseless act of terror snuffed out his life one day
His parents filled with sorrow in anger began to pray
"Where were you God when my son was lying on the ground
Fighting for his final breath with the enemy all around"
The Lord answered them at last and this is what he said
"I was right there with him and I cried when he was dead
Remember I too lost my son two thousand years ago
I understand your agony and I want you to know
Your son is safe up here with me he's doing what he loves
Serving me and guarding you from my throne above"
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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June 15, 2011 at 4:03 PM
Beautiful Joye!
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June 15, 2011 at 4:03 PM
Beautiful Joye!
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June 15, 2011 at 12:20 PM
We have so many amazing writers here at PoetrySoup and I enjoy reading all the poems. I am happy your poetry was among the poems I was able to read today Joye. Please continue to write and share your poetry with the world. Love, Carol
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