Category: Religious

Stories about God and your salvation

What’s Your Destiny?

      What’s Your Destiny?

What is a person’s destiny?

Can it be known at a person’s birth?

Whatever the circumstances can be.

Can affect what a man is worth.

 

But, each man has the power

to make his own destiny.

When he has reached his darkest hour,

he may choose the path to be free.

 

Be he a great person or a failure.

The choice was his to make.

He can be a hero or live in a trailer.

He can be kind or a nasty fake.

 

He can love others like himself.

Or despise everyone he meets.

He can whip himself with belts.

Doing penitence in his grief.

 

What type of person are you?

Do you think of your destiny?

Have you really thought it through?

Or, are you blinded by misery?

 

There is a destiny available to all.

One anyone would be proud to have.

Just answer His beaconed call.

Eternal life in heaven is not so bad.

 

Yet, we are all given a choice.

We all have free will.

It is time to raise your voice.

You have a destiny to fill.

————————-R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

 

 

 

A Dream, Or Real?

 

      A Dream, Or Real?

I had a dream, or was it real?

Either a nightmare, or the real deal.

I saw the future. It was a mess.

Nothing was moving, as you might guess.

I saw a city. All grey and black.

Most buildings destroyed where they sat.

Was it a bomb? Maybe a tragic fire?

It was a horrible sight. I’m not a liar!

All forests were  burned to the ground.

There was nothing left around.

All fields and farms destroyed.

I was starting to get annoyed.

Who could have done this terrible thing?

Was  it something nature could bring?

Was there a war? It was so wide spread.

I could not even see any dead.

The sea looked like it was  boiling.

What is it that is uncoiling?

I looked at the mountains. They were bare.

It was like I was floating in the air.

Looking down on damnation.

Redemption was on vacation.

Everywhere I could think of, I went.

I saw nothing. What was this event?

The end of all we have known, for sure.

Did it happen because of the way we were?

Is this what’s left after Jesus second coming?

If so, there is no place you could be running.

When this happened there was nothing but death.

Be very, very glad it hasn’t happened yet.

Was it a dream, or will it end up being real?

I guess it depends on who’s at the wheel.

——————————————-R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

 

 

 

Easter Remembered

 

      Easter Remembered

Today is Easter. A time to remember.

A sacrifice made, so loving and tender.

Though today’s Easter may not be right.

It’s not the day, as much as the site.

What is brought to mind about that day.

The day Jesus has risen & why we pray.

Without his death, there is no forgiveness.

To conquer death was His business.

Easter is about His resurrection.

Now, were assured to make the connection.

We to, can have everlasting life.

Escape all the pain and strife.

Be one with Him who overcame.

Be brought back into the fold in His name.

What greater thoughts can there be.

Dwell on this. Keep Easter free.

Free from the bunnies and eggs.

Free from all the pagan mistakes.

Give thanks to the Lord for all He has done.

For, without Him, we would be done.

—————————————R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

 

Local Deaths Bring On Thoughts

      Local Deaths Bring On Thoughts

“What was that?” I said in shock.

“I heard a bang that shook the cot.”

After 6 bodies were found in just 5 days.

I had been scared in many ways.

In this quiet, agricultural town.

Usually, there is not much going down.

There hasn’t been a murder in some time.

Now, there seems to be all kinds.

One was killed in a shootout with police.

A winery owner killed his investor with a shot.

Then, with police chasing, about to be caught.

He committed suicide on a whim.

Saved us the money of a trial for him.

Two older folks were found.

Dead in their apartment. Neither was bound.

The woman died about 3 weeks ago.

She was sitting up, fully clothed.

The man had been dead about a week.

Naked, lying on the floor near her seat.

Then, a man about 56 years old.

Was found naked, dead, and cold.

He was found kneeling in a freezer.

Weird way to go, even for a geezer.

He had been in there for some time.

I have no idea what was on his mind.

These things all happening in a week.

Is kind of scary, the rest of us think.

It’s another indication of ‘the end of time.’

‘It will wrap up soon’, is on my mind.

God’s presence is slowly being withdrawn.

Satan is running rampant among the fallen.

“REPENT!!, REPENT!!” time is very short.

When the angels make their report.

Make sure your record is washed clean.

By the blood of the lamb, I mean.

Then, no matter what happens next.

You are saved for eternal life, I’ll bet.

There won’t be death or killings then.

A perfect world, like ours should have been.

And a perfect universe without an end.

—————————————–R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

The Mysterious Ways Of God

The Mysterious Ways Of God

His life was hidden in shadow.

It read like a $2.00 novel.

Nothing to rave about.

No reason to jump and shout.

He just drifted from day to day.

Nothing seemed to go his way.

He walked along the railroad tracks.

Head down, thinking what he lacks.

His life,  unremarkable,  in every way.

Why did it have to be this way?

He had no talent to stand above others.

His looks were only loved by his mother.

He just lived from day to day.

Riches never came his way.

He never made an outstanding contribution.

He didn’t even know anything worth disputing.

He was the run of the mill down and out.

The kind people didn’t talk about.

He was a shadow. A complete unknown.

If anyone knew him, it wasn’t shown.

He was honest. He had his pride.

He couldn’t steal if he tried.

He never bothered anyone.

Others picked on him just for fun.

Kids would throw rocks at him.

They would yell obscenities. Why pretend?

He was unwanted. They didn’t want him around.

So, he walked on, his head to the ground.

He slept in drain pipes and under bridges.

He would wash in the river, then dry his britches.

Hang them on a bush in the sun.

Each day ended as it had begun.

He would say a prayer to his God.

Now, that may sound a little odd.

But, he had morals and a religious belief.

He believed God would carry all his grief.

God had a job for him to do.

He would never think that his job was through.

So, on he went, day after day.

Till he met me one day.

I was feeling down and out.

Seems my girlfriend had thrown me out.

I met him down by the river.

I remember what I was thinking , with a shiver.

I was going to do myself in.

Gradually, I started talking with him.

When he told me of his faith.

I was shocked & felt disgrace.

How could a man with so little.

Be so faithful & kind. It was a riddle.

We talked for hours.

When it was done, I lay in the flowers.

I prayed to the Lord.

Take my sins away & make me yours.

I stood up & was a new person.

A new outlook on life. No more cursing.

The man had tears on his face.

He knew a miracle had taken place.

He knew God had sent him to me.

He was as happy as he could be.

Eventually, he went on his way.

“My work was not finished today.”

I knew this was probably true.

I knew my work had just started too.

There is only one thing I can say.

God does work in mysterious ways.

——————————R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JESUS SAVES

      JESUS SAVES

Are you annoyed with bill boards?

Ones with ad’s, info, and awards?

You see them along most freeways.

In lots of other places these days.

Remember the Burma Shave signs?

They had  funny 4 sign rhymes.

Burma Shave was on the 5th sign.

Something to keep you alert.

Watching for them was a little quirk.

Maybe you’ve seen on the side of a rock.

A hand painted message on that spot.

A two word message; JESUS SAVES.

You could see it on a cliff or in a cave.

Have you really thought what it meant?

He saves anyone & everyone.

If He be lifted up, they will come.

The choice is totally yours.

Do you feel it in your core?

Something saying things aren’t right.

Something must be better than this life.

Jesus is the light and the way.

Truly, He is the only way.

Jesus loves the good and the bad.

if you reject Him, it is sad.

You have no excuse for not being saved.

Sure, Satan will want you to be swayed.

He will do all to trip you up.

Yet, you have free choice, no matter what.

It can’t be easier than the 2 word message.

JESUS SAVES!! There is no guessing.

If you need to know more, study the Bible.

All of a sudden, you just might libel

to be able to understand why.

JESUS SAVES, with tears in His eyes.—R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

 

 

 

 

Thinking Again Out Loud

      Thinking Again Out loud

I am sitting here thinking again.

About what I’ve done & where I’ve been.

If I had it all to do over again.

Would I do the same things then?

I know all I’ve said and done.

Asked for forgiveness when under sin’s thumb.

Yet, I wonder, if I had done things differently.

Taken a different job. Gone another way vigorously.

Gone with this girl instead of the other.

Been more caring & loving to my mother.

Thoughts that have little meaning.

Unless they affect your current leaning.

I am where I am because of my own choices.

They could have been different. Followed other voices.

But, I am who I am & I have to live with it.

Taken as a whole, I can learn & have a better fit.

Improve my self image for the better of all.

Even though I’ve answered the beckoned call.

There is much in life to understand.

It all is part of becoming a man.

Who you are reflects on how you will be remembered.

May people get a blessing, besides my defenders.

I feel my place is to try to be helpful.

Help others to understand themselves fully.

If not, to at least, bestow some care & comfort

No one needs to feel alone or shunned first.

All are sons and daughters of God.

Whether alive, or under the sod.

I want all to raise to everlasting life.

But, the choice is yours. Take it in stride.

——————————————-R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

Time Running Out

      Time Running Out

“Look at this world”, He cried in vain.

“This place is really in need of a change.”

“Tear it down. Start all over again.”

“Like Tobacco Row. It’s filled with sin.”

 

So went the meeting in heaven.

Angels reporting on all the sin.

The Trinity trying to cope with it all.

They knew, from the start, it would fall.

 

Meanwhile, on earth, the lovers talked.

Made future plans while they walked.

They thought they had heaven on earth.

They were blind to corruption from birth.

 

It never dawned on them how bad it was.

They didn’t know about heaven above.

About the war between God & Satan.

The universe watching because it hates sin.

 

But, The Holy Spirit strived with their hearts.

They wanted more than just to not part.

They felt something was missing in their lives.

One day they went to church and came alive.

 

Their eyes were opened to the world around.

They were astounded at what they found.

Soon, they gave their hearts to the Lord.

They spread the Word to all their hoard.

 

Heaven rejoices over even one saved.

In the balances, they are weighed.

The Trinity doesn’t give up hope.

“Hold the winds of strife,” they spoke.

 

So, time goes on just a little longer.

Time for each of us to grow stronger.

Stronger in our faith in God.

To choose. Choosing life is not odd.—-R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

 

 

 

A Way Out

 

      A Way Out

I’m going down. Buried deep in thought.

I keep thinking; ‘What have we wrought?’

What does man think he is doing?

All the fighting, killing, and undoing.

As we sink deeper into the cesspool of life.

Do we ever think about the pain and strife?

Have we ever thought; ‘There has to be a better way.’

Do we ever have doubts at the end of each day?

Man is stubborn, arrogant, spiteful, and mean.

As a race we lack a lot, or so it would seem.

The whole thing just doesn’t make sense.

For man’s behavior, I have no defense.

The only answer that even comes close.

It’s in the Bible, so none can boast.

This earth and it’s race is cursed with sin.

We are ruled by powers that work from within.

Is there evil? If yes, then there is good.

Are we ever on the side that we should?

We are only pones in a universal game.

One between Satan and God so one can claim.

I was right all along. Stay with me where you belong.

We don’t have a lot to say about how to choose.

We have ‘free will’, but if we choose wrong, we lose.

We need the knowledge of what is really going on.

Without this, we can never be strong.

What are the rules to this universal game?

If we know, would we play our part the same?

Most likely not, or so the Bible says.

Yet, most will still chose wrong. Why? I guess

it is due to a lifetime of conditioning by sin.

But, choosing right is the only way to win.

Choosing wrong will put an end to it all.

Everyone will remember the fall.

But, if you chose wrong you are gone.

You won’t care if the world goes on.

All thought has ended for you.

Those who chose right will continue to

praise God for saving them for eternity.

The whole universe will benefit, you see.

Sin will never raise again. We can be assured.

Do your part and follow The Word.

————————————————-R. W. Johnson—–(2015)

 

 

 

 

 

A Search For Answers

 

      A Search For Answers

Time marches on like it always does.

Should I take another shot at the dove?

Years of wasted time has rolled by.

Answers don’t come, no matter how I try.

This emotional roller coaster of life.

It has a lot of pain and strife.

There are dead ends & wrong way turns.

But,—- for whoever it concerns.

I have yet to give up this fight.

The answer is there. I will find it in this life.

What answer am I searching for?

The answer to life and much, much more.

Why are we here?  Where are we going?

It is a bummer going on & never knowing.

Emotions seem to get in the way.

A real hindrance at times, I must say.

Setting love, romance, & happiness aside.

What is left except a man’s pride?

They say I march to a different drum.

But, marching alone is not much fun.

Still I searched on, looking for answers.

Along the way, I even fought Cancer.

I was told: The answers are here.

If the words of the Bible are made clear.

The way for this is to pray for guidance.

The Holy Spirit will then sort out the lies hence.

Soon, all will become clear.

The path to TRUTH is clearly marked here.

I must accept it on faith alone.

But, it is The Way, I’ve been shown.

Following this path in faith I’ve found

all answers are true and sound.

My life’s dream has been fulfilled.

I have my answers and I am thrilled.

If you have wondered the same things too.

Search no further. The Bible is for you.

Pray for guidance & faith, first.

Then, the answers will come in bursts.

It will almost be overwhelming.

All will fall into place, I’m telling.

You will be a new person for your effort.

You will no longer feel fettered.

You and God will become one.

You will know what you’ve become.

————————————–R. W. Johnson—–(2015)