Cherish & Love
Swift breezes wisping by
the exotic and wildflowers are fading, the leaves changing hue
share your kind warmth with another soul while the time is opportune
God's graced love for sharing
another of the reasons he created people loving just like you and I too.
We knew Thee not—O Quiet King—
When Prison’s Gate was near—
Nor guessed Thy Step in Ragged Cloth
Nor heard Thy Voice—so clear—
We passed The Sick with hurried Breath—
The Hungry with bowed Head—
Yet Heaven watched the smallest Crust
By trembling Fingers—fed—
And when the Last Accounting came—
Thy mild, astonished Word—
Declared the Cup we gave the Least
Was lifted—to the Lord—
For Mercy—wears a Common Face—
And walks the Dusty Street—
The Soul that stoops to bind a wound—
Has knelt—at Jesus’ Feet—
• ST. MATTHEW 21:22
WooH OH, I BELIEVE
Yes! I do believe
I receive, I receive, I believe
I can do all things, I can do all things, I can do all things
Through God that strengthens me
Believing prayer is powerful
God is the answer, Jesus is the answer
My Lord, believing our prayers is powerful
The promises of God are yea and nay
Hallelujah
You will receive it,
In alignment with God’s will
When it’s in His will, you will
Receive it, Hallelujah
Father allows us to do miraculous things, In Him
Unwavering trust in Him, it’s Him
Prayers align with His purpose
We are His servants, we praise Him He’s our surface
WooH OH, I BELIEVE
Yes! I do believe
I receive, I receive, I believe
I can do all things, I can do all things, I can do all things
Through God that strengthens me
Believing prayer is powerful
God is the answer, Jesus is the answer
My Lord, believing our prayers is powerful
The promises of God are yea and nay
Hallelujah
You will receive it,
In alignment with God’s will
When it’s in His will, you will
Receive it, Hallelujah
3/9/26
Written words by James Edward Lee Sr. 2026©
"Matthew Songs"
they sing their Matthew songs to me
Heaven’s hold is paved by stains ingrained
in glory dream streets of burnished gold
angels crowned by The shining nebulous, like poker cards fold
their heads bowed low to a mystery risen riding clouds
that fly across an empyreal chariot sky
all shades of intermittent blistering blue,
their memories now far away long gone
deliverance is a waited negotiation
heavy between two ancient warring souls,
twin flames – God,
and the one non-absolute soul that went wrong
both cry out in pain
both sing their siren songs
Candide Diderot. ‘25
Matthew, Mark, Luke & John
And the Lord will say to them on Judgment Day,
“I was hungry, and you defunded my food aid programs.
I was thirsty, and you rolled back drinking water protections.
I was a stranger, and you snatched me and deported me.
I was naked, and you gave tax breaks to billionaires.
I was sick, and you cut Medicaid and Medicare.
I was in prison, and you gave me no due process.”
And the self-righteous will ask him,
“Lord, when did we do those things to you?”
The Lord will answer them,
“Whatever you did
to one of the least of these,
brothers and sisters of mine,
you did to me.”
(Paraphrased excerpt from Matthew 25:31-46.)
(First published in Substack, 21 May 2025. See also my poems “Bringing Heaven to Earth” and “Quantum Acts of Kindness.”)
Psalms 118 in its entirety (verses 16 17 26)
Matthew ch 23 v 26
These verses cam upon my heart and mind tonight.'
All blessings to all who read.'
throb of bliss peaks
as soul seeks love
the meek will rise
Long ere breaths a chalice dawn, eternal
trials beleaguered gone, test the wayward course
yon distant clinks, bespoken image seized
his past governed weights in tallied journals
that time possess and nonesuch empty force
where quills and parchment favor bags clang-freed.
Light gusts midst a low mountain scroll past fish
and bread, the first author writes his new creed,
"God is Emmanuel" with us, endorse,
"Jesus is God's Messiah" ... crowds, Jewish
profit taxes, Prophet souls ... source.
Twenty-one years old,
or should I say young,
with the fair coloring and
grace of a trumpeting swan.
Youth of intellect and
a goodness.
He attended an LGBTQ+ meeting
on the campus of the
University of Wyoming on
October 6, 1998,
afterwards he dropped by
the Fireside Bar for a drink.
Two malevolent men lured
him from the bar.
They tortured the youth of
the peaceful presence.
They left him to die on
a deer-proofing fence
near a rural roadside.
Hours later a young man
on a bicycle at first thought
Matthew was a scarecrow,
then recognized him.
He, Matthew of an angelic face.
The swan, the delicate swan.
Tear tracks streamed on his cheeks.
After a six day coma in the hospital,
Matthew of this sad earth passed away.
Candlelight vigils glowed the world over.
Hate crime legislation across the U.S.
was born.
Matthew, a citizen of global humanity,
was murdered for being gay.
Love and Hope lying bereft,
bleeding still.
Matthew's angels still console the
tearful hearts of light,
neverending. ~
This world promises no guarantees
for we know not how long we've got
every breath is a gift from above
till that day when we reach the final spot
When Jesus was here on earth
He clearly made His message known
that one day He'd return to judge
this world in respect as a living stone
This message clearly spoke about this
that we must be ready for His return
for whenever that happens to come about
it's ultra important to find yourself done
The Son of Man will come back
for that, there's absolutely no doubt
the hout of time will sound an alarm
to open your eyes to what it's all about
So be absolutely sure to be ready
be living for Jesus every moment
then you will know Jesus is Lord
this being what eternally will be meant
(So you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him.)
Matthew 24: 44(NIV)
Matthew Perry, American series. »Friends » 1969 2023
Bye, Bye, Chandler Bing,
You were the good friend,
Always ready to make you laugh,
You were Monica’s friend,
In the American series «Friends»
You will never grow old,
Your departure is so sudden,
It feels like a comedy,
Bye, Bye, Matthew Perry,
Your life was a fairy tale,
If we want to smile again,
Just think of you,
To your bright face,
In the cafe «central perk»
Bye, bye, Chandler Bing,
What a great idea to die in Los Angeles,
The city of angels, you were one,
Your place now is in our hearts.
Matthew Hendy lived centuries ago
a non-conformist minister in England
although Welsh-born lived across the border
lived 51 years made true Christian stand
His greatest piece of work by far
whole Bible commentary is so excellent
covers six volumes in every detail
this exposition was heaven-sent
It's agreeable to remit of scripture
being sold, strong and understanding
not based on vain speculation
practical with depth but never too demanding
Another gem from his gifted hand
is his book 'a method of prayer'
has great insights on praying
that helps believers to always share
Matthew Henry's words still speak today
to all who faithfully study his writings
such blessings they receive in full
thanks be to God for this gem he brings
(One of my favorite writers is Matthew Henry who has written a marvelous Bible commentary, so this is written to highlight him and his writings.)
Beware of false prophets Jesus said
many will be led astray at the end
for many say they are Christ but are not
be true to God's love, please don't bend
Jesus warned of the coming tribulation
which will be on a scale not known before
these days will be cut short for the elect
only our heavenly father knows what's in store
The Son of Man is certainly coming
all of earth will mourn that terrible day
when Jesus comes in power and glory
gathering HIs elect that walks His way
Lessons can be taught from the fig tree
when its leaves show, Christ is near
even as close as being at the gate
so God's word makes this so very clear
No one knows the exact time of arrival
only God in Heaven knows when we're to expect
for the master will come at an unknown time
one thing is certain Jesus will come to collect
His collection will be only for His elect
those that believe and trust in His gospel
the many that reject Christ will be lost
so be sure and ready for His call to tell
1
It's sad, the fad, to genderize Our Maker:
Amazons aside, History made men Movers, Shakers
But is it dad's fault, the sin of God?
2.
I will trust the Jesus account; He showed "Abba"
The Father whom He enjoyed communion with!
But before Jesus, Jews whispered YHWH
3.
Don't take it for granted; Matthew 6: Jesus's prayer
"Our Father in Heaven," not Mine alone, the Saviour
Wants equality and "siblings." Please read John 15
NOTE: Before Jesus walked this Earth and taught, Judaism taught God's name was so sacred, one could use only THE TETRAGRAMMATON or the 4 letters YHWH, to designate Him. Jesus called God not majestic judge Jehovah, but ABBA, or "daddy" in Hebrew and left us The Lord's prayer, beginning "Our Father."
I
When my landlord is a slumlord
The sermons also mock God
"There but for Grace go I"
Helps see a plank in my eye
II
Here, no exposing of hypocrisy
Makes a difference to men, women, me:
Sex and money, sex for food -- for lazy
Is the South African -- post-Mandela's day**
Note**
27 April 1994 was the first democratic election in South Africa, RSA, making winner Nelson Mandela both president & freedom's icon. 28 years on, people sometimes prefer welfare, begging, crime - while immigrants run many small businesses, even in remote towns. Easy money has ruined Mandela's nation (it is mine, too, as I am native South African). If one Google's/ searches "loadshedding, RSA" or/AND "minimal Utilities," the declines are given another slant. Power brownouts on New Year's day, also.
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