You have had some thoughts about pain, suffering and strife,
And how tragedy and sorrow have become part of your life.
From the time you were a baby upon your Mother's breast
Your world was always exciting and full of life and zest.
From your earliest recollection you decided to follow the Lord
As all the ups and downs transpired you were never bored.
The days and events of life were swiftly flying by,
Then sickness attacked your body as you began to wonder why.
How could God allow this, since you'd given him your life,
This shadow of doubt was clever, it was Satan's sharpest knife
To sever your relationship with Christ who saved your Soul,
Cleansing away all sin and making Heaven your Goal.
And you became His Offspring, because He sent His only Son
To shed His blood and die for You, but when your life is done
The pain you suffered, the anguish of your soul
and the sorrows you endured, these all took their toll.
With these things Satan labored, left you confused and beguiled,
Trying to make you think you are not My Child.
But because I sent my Son, Satan worked for naught,
My Son died on Calvary and with His Blood you were bought.
Having been redeemed with Blood, your future is sure,
Because of your faith in Jesus your heart is clean and pure.
The ransom price was paid and your soul has been set free,
your heavenly home secure because You belong to me.
By f. W. (Lucky) Hope
