Life's Tests
by Barbara Philbrook

When I have left this life with which I've been blessed,
may it be said that I've passed the tests.

The test of friendship, may I have been strong and true,
always being there when needed by you.

The test of faith, may I have recieved and used it wisely,
believing though not seeing the things of which the Bible advised me.

Have I loved others no matter how I was treated,
so that the enemy and his hurting ways were defeated?

The test of giving, was I as generous as I could be,
sharing the wealth God poured out on me?

The test of patience, was I able to wait without frustration,
yet answering when called without hesitation?

Was I more than willing and anxious to do,
each and everything that the Lord wanted me to?

Was I there for my fellow man,
doing what God had assigned me in His great master plan?

Were my intentions what were expected of me,
or was I representing my God disparagingly?

I pray dear Father that I have brought no shame to You,
that I have willingly and honorably done all You intended me to.

Lord if I have come up short of Your expectations,
I ask that You show me Your will by way of revelations.

Show me the things that You want me to do,
and then provide me the wisdom and strength to carry them through.

Life's tests are measures of my contribution since birth,
may my existance be considered a life of worth.

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