A CANDLE IN THE SKY

The night is dark, too dark

for comfort, and the waves are high.

In the distance, i see a spark

a candle in the sky!



For comfort, among waves that are high,

I search, only to be tossed around.

A candle in the sky?

What have I found?



I search, only to be tossed around.

I search for something, for what, I don’t know.

Wait, what have I found?

What is that beautiful glow?



I search for something, for what, I don’t know?

A lighthouse? A Beacon in the night?

What is that Beautiful glow?

The Glory of The Lord of Light?



A Lighthouse! A Beacon in the Night!

In the distance, I see a spark.

What is that beautiful glow?

Before, the night was dark, too dark.



In the distance, I see a spark.

I now feel safe within.

Before, the night was dark, too dark.

But now, I see Jesus, My friend!



I see Jesus, My friend.

Before the night was dark, too dark.

But now I feel safe within.

Close up, I see more than a mere spark.



Before the night was dark, too dark.

Now, that I can see the glory of the Lord.

In the distance, It seemed like a mere spark.

Closeup, It’s . . . well to describe it, there’s no word.


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It's now on YouTube

You can now watch/hear me read this one at:  https://youtube.com/shorts/C8fHmLGBSh4

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I really liked this poem; especially the taking of one line from each stanza, and beginning the next stanza with it. The message of hope was established in each verse, coming full circle in it’s conclusion. I will definitely read some more of your offerings. They’re too good to pass up.

John