Category: Poetry

When I see a manger scene, I never think it’s fair. They have wise men and shepherds, But Round John Virgin’s never there.

The preacher liked to walk around And talk to those he’d meet in town. When he walked, he’d pick a street, Just to see whom he would meet. He liked to watch the human race, The smiles or frowns on each one’s face. To every one he’d tip his hat. He’d stand all day and […]

Oh, he wanted to go but he didn’t have time. After all, not to go, was it such a crime? His intentions were good, when he promised to go, But at the last minute he would always say, “No”. And God wouldn’t notice, from his lofty perch, If one single person never had time for […]

Well, God let me down, it was so plain to see, It felt just the same as if he had kicked me. I knew that the job was the one that I needed, I told God my plan and I prayed and I pleaded. My goal was in sight, my future planned out. I knew […]

From a suggestion by the late Rev. John M. Bell So far today God, I’ve done all right. I’ve kept the deal I made last night. I haven’t caused you any pain, Nor have I used your name in vain. I haven’t thought to cheat or steal. I think my life has changed for real. […]