in depth look at poem: This poem was written at a youth all-night lock-in that I attended. It wasn't anything really dealt with that much in the talks..rather it was the Lord who was dealing with me in a couple of issues. One thing that seem to be a point was things that were hindering me from being the light for God that I am suppose to be.

the hindrances

God please take away the hindrances
from in front of my eyes...
move them so that I may be able
to see your face and know your will for me...
help me God to follow you and to keep your commandments.
Lord let me be your lamp.
let your light shine through me and my poetry.

there once was a time,
it seems so long ago, when I truly wanted your will.
but now it seems I've wandered into satan's trap.
I've allowed him to be the dust and dirt that weakened
my bond with you... therefore blocking your light.
satan had me caught up in what I thought
was your will for me....
but now I see the dangerous cage that he had me in.
I'm ready to do your will.
here I am, do what you will with me.

-Jonathan Johnston


© Copyright 1997 Jonathan E. Johnston


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