Religious – Page 13 – Word Smith Wisdom

Hard, Hard Times

Hard, Hard Times

A time is coming when scarcity of food will be common.

The freedom of religion will be uncommon.

Men will pray for their very souls.

To stay alive will be your major goal.

We need the warriors of the light.

To come and fight with all their might.

We must stand against oppression.

We must defeat their control obsessions.

The time has come to say what’s right.

To fight for the truth with all of our might.

A time is coming when you’re totally controlled

You can’t buy or sell if you don’t fit the mold.

You will be hunted down like a common dog.

If not killed, then jailed, like a common hog.

We need the warriors of light.

To come and fight with all their might.

We must stand against oppression.

We must defeat their control obsessions.

The time has come to say what’s right.

To fight for the truth with all of our might.

Our bread and water will be sure.

We have the truth which is the cure.

Our faith must always remain strong.

Soon we will all sing the same song.

We need the warriors of the light.

To come and fight with all their might.

We must stand against the oppression.

We must defeat their control obsessions.

The time has come to say what’s right.

To fight for truth with all our might.———–R. W. Johnson—-(2012)

Sweet Surrender

Sweet Surrender

Have you often come to God to say.

Forgive my sins. I will obey.

Yet, as you go out into the city.

You sin again. It’s such a pity.

You cannot go on doing this over and over.

Something is missing . Not a 4 leafed clover.

What you need is the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.

Complete surrender in all areas will cure it.

The Holy Spirit will convict you of sin.

Then give you the strength to overcome from within.

Everything you see, do, and say

will be changed in every way.

A new creature you will become.

One who is only focused on the Holy One.

Religious things will become a pleasure.

Worldly things will have lost their flavor.

It happens as fast as you can surrender.

Trust in God with every thought and member.

You will come to reflect Christ in every way.

People will see the change is here to stay.

You’ll love your neighbor as yourself.

Be they poor or loaded with wealth.

God will guide your every move.

Nothing the Holy Spirit will not include.

God will work miracles through you.

God will control all but, your no fool.

You’re a son or daughter of God.

Eternal life for surrender is not odd.

Are you up to this herculean task?

All you need do is ask.—————————-R. W. Johnson—-(2012)

Getting Ready For The ‘End Time’ Crisis

Getting Ready For The ‘End Time’ Crisis

I have noticed, often, through the years,

I have cried myself to sleep with tears.

Not always for the same reason.

Sometimes I was only grieving.

Other times it was an emotional thing.

A tragic breakup after a brief fling.

But, now all that has changed.

My life has now been rearranged.

I finally met my Lord and Savior.

He has led me all the way here.

To the ‘new birth’ & a new life in Him.

A life full of joy without any sin.

If I should sin, I ask to be forgiven.

He is just to do so. I go on with Him.

He has led me to a like minded girl.

She’s been a ‘helpmate.’ Oh, what a thrill.

We walk hand and hand with Christ.

Our lives are so much more than nice.

The Lord has led us in the scripture.

To study final events,. We get the picture.

A terrible crisis will affect the earth.

A great calamity, for what it is worth.

Those not ready will be ‘shaken’ out.

They won’t know what it is all about.

Those who stand firm will be sealed.

They will know God’s word is real.

They will be taken through to the end.

God will protect them. They are His kin.

Others must be told to get prepared.

So when it comes they are aware.

They too can stand firm until the end.

They will have Jesus, who is our friend.——R. W. Johnson—–(2013)

Saved By An Accident

Saved By An Accident

We were walking, my girl & I.

Her sweet name is Velvet Skye.

Prettiest thing you would ever see.

Always wants to be with me.

We walked on along the shore.

Walked till we couldn’t walk anymore.

A steep cliff was in our path.

So we put down our picnic mat.

We prepared to eat our lunch.

Then we heard an awful crunch.

A car shot out over the cliff.

It landed in the ocean mist.

Shocked, we ran to try and help.

The water was cold with lots of kelp.

I dove down & pulled out a woman.

Surfaced & asked if she could swim.

She nodded yes & headed to shore.

I dove back down to check for more.

I found her purse and that was all

She had reached shore & started to bawl.

We gave her a blanket to wrap up in.

She looked like she was all done in.

Her boyfriend & her had just split up.

She was having some pain in her gut.

She was speeding because she was angry.

.Air brakes would have came in handy.

She came into the curve too fast.

She knew she was going to crash.

She prayed to a God she barely knew.

Next she knew I was there too.

Helping her to get out of the car.

Bringing her up & to where we are.

I first thought you were an angel.

I don’t know how much to tell.

But, my life is changed somehow.

God is the only answer now.

Her testimony brought tears to our eyes.

Then my girl and I both realized.

We needed God in our life too.

You pray for us & we’ll pray for you.

————–O——————

Now we all are best of friends.

As our life in Christ really begins.

We all go to the same church.

It’s the greatest church on earth.

Because Jesus is there with us.

We thank Him for our near brush

with death that day at the ocean.

It put our religious life in motion.————-R. W. Johnson—–(2013)

Future Meditations

Future Meditations

Look up some clear, cloudless night .

When you’re away from city lights.

Millions of stars shining down.

Prettiest sight there is around.

Does this sight make you think?

Were not the only fish in the drink.

God’s creative power knows no limits.

Space is unbelievably immense.

Life abounds in that timeless sea.

One day visited by you and me.

We are in isolation due to sin.

We need forgiveness from Him.

He has a way of escape for us.

It’s simple. Learn to trust.

Trust Him with all you do.

He will provide an escape for you.

Then, off to the stars we will go.

Learn everything you wanted to know.

Mysteries and adventure abound.

In no imagination can it be found.

Except in the mind of God.

What He has created is not odd.

it is exactly what we need to enjoy eternity.

I pray that you and I will both get to see.

——————————————————R. W. Johnson—–(2013)

Love And Devotion

Love And Devotion

I gave up all just to be with you.

I hoped that our love would be true.

Time will tell if I am right.

I pray I am with all my might.

There will come a day for reflections.

May they show not one rejection.

Let the pattern of our lives

be a perfect quilt with no lies.

May it show only love and devotion.

Much deeper than any ocean.

Let it be said we tried our best.

The love we display will do the rest.

There will be challenges to be sure.

May they all become only a blur

in our memory of our past.

Let us know we found a love that lasts.

As we grow old and set in our ways.

May we remember we never strayed.

But, found strength in each other’s arms.

Smothered in each other’s charms.

When we are both laid down to rest.

Keep this promise. It’s not a jest.

We will both step into tomorrow.

Where there is no pain or sorrow.

For, throughout our lives we have found

trust in God has kept us around.

We trusted in Him to guide our lives.

More than once He saved our hides.

He guarantees we have eternity.

The perfect place for us, you see.

For we had a lifetime being together.

So eternity will be easy to weather.———-R. W. Johnson—–(2013)

The Sounds Of Silence

The Sounds Of Silence

When a city goes under does this mean the end?

Is it happening now to the city you’re in?

In this day and age changes happen fast.

One day you’re on top. The next you’re under the grass.

What do you do when congress runs amuck?

It seems every problem is just too tough.

They can’t seem to agree on anything at all.

It’s enough to make a grown man bawl.

Makes you think of the song: “Tobacco Road”.

The way they resolved the heavy load.

Tear it down & start all over again.

Can we start over with this nation again?

Seems unlikely. A good start; bring God back.

Let them read the Bible. Cut them some slack.

Put prayer in schools and give children a choice.

When they grow up maybe they’ll have a voice.

Put the 10 commandments on the courthouse wall.

For all to see, & let it be a guide to one and all.

Teach creationism along with evolution.

Let people have a choice & come up with a solution.

Reestablish the U.S. Constitution & amendments.

When in full effect it’s hard to condemn it.

Strongly enforce freedom of religion.

Separate church and state. Make the decision.

Pray to God for guidance in all you do.

Do all to the glory of God. Don’t be a fool.

Try these things for a start.

Once under way don’t tear it apart.

It’s our only chance to delay the end because

if we don’t there will be trouble like there never was.

So fight for the right to stand up and be heard.

You’re very life may depend on every word.

——————————————————R. W. Johnson—–(2013)

God’s Mysterious Ways

I was in the café reading a paperback.

Sipping my coffee and kicking back.

In came a couple and ordered breakfast..

Another customer was asking for his check.

I looked out the window. Rain had begun.

Here came in two more, on the run.

Soon it was crowded. Noise level was high.

Just an average morning I thought with a sigh.

Someone asked to join me in my booth.

I said sure. To refuse would be uncouth.

It was a woman about my age.

Her perfume reminded me of sage.

I sipped my coffee & continued to read.

She got out her cell phone & dialed on speed.

I guess she was talking to her boss.

She explained how the account was facing a loss.

I heard a lot of ‘squawking’ on the other end.

She politely hung up , then said “Sorry friend.

“No problem”, I said in reply.

“I didn’t mean to disturb your reading time.”

“Like me, you read when you can, or at least try.”

I only nodded and said it was fine.

“What ya reading?” she asked

“An apocalyptic science fiction story.”

“Oh, science fiction is my favorite blast.”

“What is the name of that story?”

I told her and we started to talk.

She told me about herself.

We had a lot in common. Who would of thought?

I told her some about myself.

She seemed to grow quiet when I mentioned my religion.

I didn’t say anymore as she seemed turned off.

Before long she excused herself & fluttered out like a pigeon.

I saw a problem so I came on soft.

I knew her name so added her to my prayer list.

I sipped my coffee & watched the rain.

God led her here. I was sure of this.

Now, the work was the Holy Spirit’s, that was plain.

God works in mysterious ways.

We cannot know what He has in mind.

Maybe soon, one of these days.

I will meet her again, which will be fine.—–R. W. Johnson—–(2013)

A New Outlook On Life

I saw the beginning of the rain.

Rivulets of rain running down my window pane.

Nothing is worse than this pain in my heart.

Ever since we have been apart.

My precious love has gone from me.

Left me here in misery.

Guess I will close the door to my heart.

Keep it all inside me, in the dark.

I cannot be hurt like this again.

The suffering is too great to even begin.

All alone with no one to see

just how miserable can I be?

But wait, here’s a shoulder to lay my head.

Gently holding me as I lay here on the bed.

You have always been there through good and bad.

To give me hope when I am sad.

You never anger. You’re just supporting.

No matter who it is I’m courting.

Why? Why would you treat me this way?

Then it hit me. “You love me, “ was all I could say.

As I lay there and thought it through,

you are the only one for me too.

“I think I love you,” I said with affirmation.

His smile was my conformation.

From then on it was Jesus and I.

There may be others by and by.

But, always with Jesus in our mist.

There is no greater thing than this.

You and me and Jesus makes three.

Now that’s what I call a real family.

Why not come along for the ride.

Start walking with Jesus by your side.

With Jesus added to the equation,

your life is in for a new sensation.

On top of the world looking down on creation.

Just you, Jesus, and your friends and relations.

————————————————–R. W. Johnson—– (2013)

Self Meditation

Self Meditation

I had a little quiet time to myself.

I began thinking I need some help.

I am nearing the winter of my life.

I’ve seen the danger and the strife.

Life was always better in ‘the old days.’

It’s impossible to keep up with “the new ways.’

The important things now are family & friends.

I hope this list gets longer & never ends.

Everyone needs something to give their life meaning.

Be it religion, a job, a hobby , or just a feeling.

By feeling, I mean a strong desire to love others.

Not in a physical way. More like an agape mother.

Love thy neighbor as thy self type of love.

This desire must come from God above.

People need people. They need God too.

All are brothers and sisters under God’s rule.

I am but a sinner. I feel like chief of them all.

I don’t think I’m one to spread the beckoned call.

But, I can’t keep quiet about changes going on in me.

It’s a strange feeling to have but, it can set you free.

So, as I sit here , deep in meditation.

Some people may say I need some medication.

But, whatever the case may be.

There are changes going on in me.

I haven’t reached my final destination yet.

I have a long way to go. On this you can bet.

But, I prefer a more sure thing.

In the Bible, I can hear the truth ring.

It is calling me loud and clear.

So, I guess I will proceed without any fear.

——————————————————R. W. Johnson—–(2013)