I Want To Know More

      “I Want To Know More”

“I want to know more”

I told my teacher in grade school.

She looked at me & said

“I would like to have more students like you.”

“I want to know more”

I said to the selective service sergeant.

He looked at me and said

“We need more solders like you.”

“I want to know more”

I said as I stood at the marital alter.

The preacher looked at me & said

“All you need to say is I do.”

“I want to know more”

I said to my wife as she walked out the door.

She looked at me and said

“I was a fool when I said I do.”

“I want to know more”

As I prayed to God wondering where I went wrong.

God looked down on me and said

“I am here my son until the end.”

“I want to know more”

I asked God again as I breathed my last.

God looked down, smiled & said

“Come to me.” ” Welcome home my friend.”

—————————————————–R.W. Johnson——(2011)

The Fly And The Crow

      The Fly And The Crow

I woke with the sun blazing in my eyes.

Another night if groveling in the dirt.

Fighting the demons with the Rye.

Is there no end to this miserable life?

 

I saw in the air above

six blackbirds chasing a crow.

He was flying, swooping, dodging.

But, he was just too slow.

 

Those blackbirds were giving him hell.

Sort of reminded me of myself.

Lying in the dirt, not doing well.

Is there no escape from this miserable life?

 

My life was a living hell.

Death would be a sweet release.

No, I wasn’t doing well.

There was only misery in my life.

 

Then, nearby. I saw a fly.

Trapped in a spider’s web.

He had caught the spider’s eye.

He was trying to get loose.

 

As the spider moved on in,

the fly struggled and fought.

But, he knew he couldn’t win.

Exactly how I was feeling.

 

This brought about a change in me.

I threw myself on the ground.

“God, are you there? Can you hear me?”

I prayed from my very soul.

 

“I know I can never win.”

“But, if you’ll forgive my feeble attempts,

I’ll walk away from the bottle and sin.”

I meant it with all my heart.

 

“But, like the fly and the crow,

I can do nothing to help myself.”

“It’s up to you God to help me grow.”

I laid it all before the Lord.

 

—————O—————

 

The man got up, brushed off his pants,

Then threw away his bottle.

He knew he had a second chance.

He would follow the Holy Spirit where he led.

 

He changed his ways.

He changed so much you wouldn’t believe

If you saw him this very day.

It was like the difference between black and white.

 

He’s now the Pastor down on skid row.

His sermons cause quite a stir.

Especially, when he preaches about the fly and the crow.

Praise the Lord in all he does!!!

—————————————————–R. W. Johnson——(2002)

 

 

 

Born Again

      Born Again

It comes back to me once more.

That horrible night I will never forget.

I went running for the door.

From the worst sight I’ve seen yet.

 

I have lived on the edge of twilight.

Staying in the shadows and the dark.

Sometimes I run with all my might.

Like sinners chasing after the ark.

 

I don’t have any close friends.

I walk on the dark side of the road.

Fear and paranoia never ends.

I feel my heart has grown cold.

 

Late one night I was passing a church.

The door was open and a voice came out.

I immediately stopped with a lurch.

He was praying and crying out.

 

“Lord, protect me from the demons “

“They are trying to kill me.”

He must be praying for me then.

That is what has happened to me.

 

I went to the door and dared to peek in.

It was one man asking for forgiveness.

He looked up and saw my sin.

I looked drawn and listless.

 

”Friend, you look as if you could use some prayer.”

“Come join me here on my knees.”

Next thing I knew I was kneeling there.

He started praying saying “Please Lord, please.”

 

“Lord, I know your judgment is fair.”

“Open up this man’s eyes so he can see.”

“Lead him to repent. I know You care.”

His prayer for forgiveness was meant for me.

 

Soon, I was asking forgiveness for my sins.

I told Him all. Nothing left to say.

I arose feeling free of my sins.

A great peace came my way.

 

The first time, after many years,

I found the Lord & he loved me.

Soon I was a fountain of tears.

I had found salvation , you see.

 

My life was different after that.

I could walk in the sun with my head up.

I was a Son of God. Imagine that.

I was finally out of that rut.

 

From that day on I praised the Lord.

He gave me a new heart and life.

He never lets me get bored.

He gave me life and a loving wife.

———————————————-R. W. Johnson—–(2011)

 

 

World Gone Wrong

 

      World Gone Wrong

Can we perceiver in such trying times.

People coming on with such lines

as “I am here to save your heart.”

Coronary doctors doing their part..

Other con men take up the slack.

I’ll be glad when hero’s are back.

 

I know there’s something more

than what were living for.

I think we’re all afraid

How can we be so blind?

The answer’s all around.

No one wants left behind

Someone’s coming to our aide.

Then we’ll all be homeward bound.

 

We are pulled this way and that.

We don’t have energy to fight back.

The wheels have fallen off the world.

We’ve been spun and we’ve been twirled.

Our whole world’s turned upside down.

Up or down can no longer be found

 

I know there’s something more

than what we’re living for.

I think we’re all afraid.

How can we be so blind?

The answer’s all around.

No one wants left behind.

Someone’s coming to our aide.

Then we’ll all be homeward bound.

 

To cut through the confusion, pray.

Study the Bible until you can say.

I see it now. It all makes sense.

God, forgive me.— I repent.

I repute all sin & accept you as Lord.

Save me from this crazy hoard.

 

I know there’s something more

than what we’re living for.

I think we’re afraid.

How can we be so blind?

The answer’s all around.

No one wants left behind.

Someone’s coming to out aide.

Then we’ll all be homeward bound.———–R. W. Johnson—–(2011)

 

 

 

Happiness Unlimited

      Happiness Unlimited

Everyone is born with a sinful nature.

It’s right there in the Bible nomenclature.

There is always a war going on,— always.

Sinful vs spiritual nature on all days.

The “old man of sin” never dies

till you are transformed in the blink of an eye.

When Jesus finally comes again

to finally do away with “the man of sin.”

When you are spiritually reborn,

you can still feel like your torn.

Torn between good and evil.

Except now God can make you feel

victorious; just by trusting in Him.

He can help you overcome any sin.

All your past sins are forgiven.

Then put on Jesus, because He has risen.

We won’t face eternal death .

Our price is paid. Jesus paid the debt.

We are sons & daughters of God.

When we accept him as our God.

Oh, what a wonderful God we have.

Just love Him and always be glad.

By grace we are saved for eternity.

Not by works or anything done by me.

How can you not love a God like this.

I pray you’ll be there to share such bliss!!—-R. W. Johnson—-(2011)

 

 

 

 

Changes And Differences

      Changes And Differences

Everyday people are trying to be different.

Different clothes, hair color, tattoos, piercings.

I was watching others everywhere I went.

It seems there is no change in their cursing.

They are told to think outside the box.

Also to think outside the bun.

The whole thing is such a crock.

All they really want is to have more fun.

Or, they want to stand out as an individual.

Yelling “Hey world.” “ I am a person of one.”

They don’t want to be tied to a schedule.

Beliefs are different, which can be good.

However, before long, it will mean bad times.

Those with religious beliefs that could

differ will be hunted down for crimes

of the heart, rather than actual wrongs.

Standing for their beliefs could mean death.

They will stand strong singing praise songs.

They would rather die than commit a sin.

They trust totally in their God to save them

from the second death. They will win.

When Jesus comes to earth again.

They’ll be translated without seeing death.

They will be with their God for eternity

Their old life they won’t regret.

They will stand on the endless sea.

The sea of glass before God’s throne.

A great multitude will be there. Also,

those saved through the ages. None alone.

Their new songs of praise will resonate

throughout heaven. Praise the Lord.

It sounds wonderful. I can hardly wait.

Earthly changes & differences now seem bored.

——————————————————-R. W. Johnson—-(2011)

 

 

The Way

      The Way

All I ever wanted was to hang around.

I get bored going from town to town.

I’ll just try to make some friends.

If I stay at all, it just depends.

I gotta find somebody that understands.

Someone who will listen to my plans.

I’ve been called kind of wild.

Crazy ideas that come from a child.

 

All my plans and schemes are simple.

People, come together in love.

Love one another like kin folk.

Love can lead to world peace.

It is the greatest gift received.

If you love and never cease.

Your heart will swell tenfold.

 

Everywhere I go I spread this news.

All I get in return is taunts and boos.

Does no one believe in love today?

Other than the backseat, front page way?

I mean agape love. That comes from above.

It is the only kind of real love.

If I had a friend to spread the Word.

Soon, it would be all that would be heard.

 

All my plans and schemes are simple.

People, come together in love.

Love one another like kin folk.

Love can lead to world peace.

It is the greatest gift received.

If you love and never cease.

Your heart will swell tenfold.

 

Then I realized I have a friend.

One who is with me till the end.

He will help me spread the Word.

Soon, all will have seen and heard.

For my friend will talk thru me.

It will be quite a sight to see.

Hundreds converted in a day.

Praise the Lord, I’ve found The Way.———-R. W. Johnson—-(2012)

 

Remember

      Remember

It says to remember the Sabbath Day and keep it holy.

For the Sabbath was made for man and man only.

But, what does this day of rest honor?

On this, have you ever come to ponder?

It is man’s way to give homage to the creator God.

Our creator and redeemer. The only true God.

It’s not a law of do’s and don’ts, as many think.

Many just smile and give you a wink.

It’s a guide to give you rest and meditation.

To think about your creator and all His inspiration.

Become one with the One who loves you so.

Who gave His Son that you may know;

you are His most loved creation.

He wants to make of you a great nation.

He wants you to understand His will.

Listen to His small voice and be still.

All He does is for our growth and protection.

He is the general who will do the inspection.

All will be perfect with His blood to cover

any blemish that Satan thinks to uncover.

So spend one day a week to give thanks.

Be proud to be counted among God’s ranks.

For on the seventh day God rested.

After six days of creation invested.

No other day can honor the creator.

It is the distinguishing mark of our creator.

Let all know you honor Him.

And His redeeming plan from sin.

Keep it holy and stand firm and proud.

You’re not just one of the average crowd.

You are a son or daughter of God.

Redeemed by the blood of the lamb of God.

Be proud to remember and never forget.

The Seventh Day Sabbath is God’s precious gift.

——————————————————-R. W. Johnson—-(2012)

 

The Devil’s Thunder

      The Devil’s Thunder

Humans were placed on earth by aliens.

We are genetically altered Neanderthals.

Thru evolution we became “ today’s men.”

Earth is millions of years old. Changes happen.

Like cavemen evolving from a creature in the ocean..

Science proves it. Religion cannot trap them.

 

Going down with the Devils thunder.—-Going down.

Give me water.—-Give me water.

Going with the Devil down under—-Going down.

Give me water.—-Give me water.

 

I strongly believe there is life after death.

Be it ghosts, spirits, or a higher plain.

We will have a spirit form like the rest.

We are not sons and daughters of Cain.

It seems to me that God is dead.

The belief in a higher being has died.

People now have it in their head

They will “evolve” to eternal life.

 

Going down with the Devil’s thunder.—-Going down.

Give me water.—-Give me water.

Going with the Devil down under.—-Going down.

Give me water.—-Give me water.

 

I believe in magic and witchcraft.

Astrology can show your future life.

Magic can put curse or blessing on its path.

It can be a blessing or cause you much strife.

New age religion can save your soul.

Tarot cards can predict what’s coming down.

Devil worship is for those in the know.

To not believe this way makes you a clown.

 

Going down with the Devil’s thunder.—-Going down.

Give me water.—-Give me water.

Going with the Devil down under.—-Going down.

Give me water.—-Give me water.

 

The Bible is the word of God. The only truth.

If you don’t believe “The Word”, you will be lost .

Belief in any other words is the Devil’s “truth.”

He is the father of lies, which he tells at any cost.

When the Devil is cast out you will be too.

You’ll go down for eternity. You will be lost.

So get your truth from the Bible. It’s only for you.

Then you’ll be saved. Jesus has paid the cost.

 

Going down with the Devil’s thunder.—-Going down.

Give me water.—-Give me water.

Going with the Devil down under. —-Going down.

Give me water.—-Give me water.

Going down.—-Going down.—-Going down.

——————————————————-R. W. Johnson—-(2011)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thoughts On A Bad Day

 

      Thoughts On A Bad Day

I’m wearing my emotions on my sleeve.

Gee, I hope that I don’t sneeze.

Life goes on, often, without hope.

A tsunami will probably sink the boat.

The boat that all humans are in.

Their just reward for a life of sin.

I only live from day to day.

I sound depressed I heard you say.

The world has taken a turn for the worst.

But, I have the answer. It’s not a curse.

Genocide by zero reproduction——

For 50 years with no disruption.

All will then be quiet on the western front.

The world will no longer be in a funk.

Then we can start over again.

Test tube babies are not a sin?

Form the world after our own image.

Tower of Babel will be our linage.

Will we then be destroyed from God above?

Maybe—- all we really need is love.———-R. W. Johnson—–(2011)