Take Your Stand

Life seems to be slowing down a little, and so I have found that I have a bit more time to write.  Last night I had the opportunity to have a chat with some friends.  I was blessed that they would open up the way they did with me being present, and I was very encouraged by what they had to say.  Heading back to my room after that conversation, I felt the urge to write.  Here, then, is the poem inspired by my friends, and I pray that it might be an encouragement to all who read it.  It's entitled:  "Take Your Stand".

Take Your Stand

You throw your head to the wind,

Trusting that God's got you.

For there is no height nor depth,

That He can't lead you through.

Sure, you might doubt...stumble...fall,

But He'll always stay true.

He'll pick you up; dust you off,

To transform and renew.

Others may strive against you,

And therein lies the test.

Will you heed their "sound" advice?

Do they really know best?

Does God say something different?

Do you, His Word, ingest?

Or do you simply ignore Him,

Despite your own interest?

Stand strong!  Unmoved in your faith.

Let others see your grit,

That they may be encouraged...

That they too may not quit.

That others might come to Christ,

That all may benefit.

For, this world is not the end.

We're just here in transit.

Let them see the hope in you,

As you sojourn in this land.

Share your faith; make a difference.

Pay heed to Christ's command.

Take up your cross and follow.

Go!  Learn from Him firsthand.

Boldly live your life for Him,

And boldly take your stand!

©Stephen Khu 2012