The Crystal Lady's

The Poet's Corner
 Thirty Pieces of Silver
A Collection of Poems
by Joan Estelle High
© 1994 -2003

 

Why Not Now Lord?
By Joan Estelle High
©2003
 

Why not now Lord?, Why not now? Why do You still delay?
Mankind  has never needed you, more than it does today.

I remember when You left Jerusalem, so many years ago.
You promised  you would return again, when I'd like to know.

Today I watch the morning sky, look up to the sunshine bright.
I hope that you will return today or if not today, perhaps tonight.

I have many things to tell You Lord; It's enough to make you cry.
So much trouble and sorrow  here on Earth; I long to ask You why.

If it is because we have disobeyed, then please forgive our sin.
Cleanse our heart, purify our minds, and heal us deep  within.

We do not really blame You,  if you have changed your mind.
 You in your wisdom may decide that mankind need more time.

I  hope that you still love us and  not wearied of all this mess.
But if you are coming back Dear Lord,  Now would be the best.

 

 
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