You Matter
by Barbara Philbrook

You matter and are very important to me,
and I hear and answer you continually.

My voice is soft and doesn't stand out at first,
most oft people who hear it have a deep thirst.

Once you recognize that it is me,
so many instances from the past will be recalled to thee.

You'll be remembering instances when I spoke before,
but not recognizing my voice you chose to ignore.

But now that you've heard and know it's me,
we can have talks continually.

You can call on me both night and day,
and I will be talking to you in the same loving way.

You matter to me and I value your love,
when the time is right, you will be home with me above.

Use the time you have left to you,
to accomplish all of the things I have set aside for you to do.

For now talking is our means of connection,
but we'll be together forever after your resurrection.

Do your work of spreading hope, do it well,
there are still many unsaved who we need to tell.

Reach all who you can so that when you come home,
you will be accompanied, not standing alone.

You matter and so do all of those others,
they are or will be your Christian sisters and brothers.

You matter and are very special to me,
and if you desire it you will know great victory.

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