You Are Significant!

We've all been crushed at being chosen last for a childhood game,
Feeling that our awkwardness and ineptitude were to blame.
We've all struggled to be loved and accepted by our peers.
At times feeling we don't matter is one of our greatest fears!

From the moment you "entered stage right" on this troubled earth,
The Creator considered you so significant and of priceless worth!
He delights in you, His exquisite and unique Masterpiece!
He is very fond of you - His love and care will never cease!

Etch upon your heart this phrase, "I'm accepted and significant!"
You are the apple of His eye - to Him no one is insignificant!
Even tho' He takes note of mere sparrows when they fall,
You are of much more value than a flock of sparrows, after all!

Tho' you may not be asked to dance and endure humiliation,
Perhaps 'twould be best to brook with grace your frustration.
Ever keep in mind when you feel left out and harassed,
That one day the last shall be first and the first shall be last!

When you feel meaningless and life doesn't always treat you fair,
Reach deep within your soul, call on Him and never despair.
Tho' some may try to kill the spirit, they cannot kill the soul!
Fear not, for He is ever nigh to encourage and console!

Robert L. Hinshaw, CMSgt, USAF, Retired
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Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Smith-Johnsen Avatar
March 17, 2010 at 5:30 AM
And His encouragement and closeness makes life better...even in hard times. This is a beautiful, heartfelt and wise poem. Thank you for enduring faith and strength. Lovingly, Dane Ann
Gorelick Avatar
March 16, 2010 at 11:48 PM
Youve outdone yourself with this one Mr Hinshaw..I wish this could be put out there for all to read. I think you have another career going ...try to publish this somewhere. BG
Taylor Avatar
March 16, 2010 at 7:28 PM
Well done Sarge. Nothing else need be said.
Sweetheart Avatar
March 16, 2010 at 7:08 PM
A magnificent piece of inspirational mastery Bob .. so enjoyed your line..He delights in your His exquisite and unique Masterpiece.. lovely write..luv.. "Sweetheart"
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