To Give or Just Get

Christ asks of us to give, we wish to get,
we want lots of possessions in this life,
He offers us just heaven, but not yet,
we hope to fight the devil without strife.

We put our trust in things, He says, “Trust Me,”
we like the physical, He’s spiritual,
 we much prefer to deal with things we see,
He wants our hearts, that takes a miracle.

God wants our love, but we don’t have the time,
we’re worried about money and our worth,
He says seek first His kingdom so sublime,
our eyes are focused here and now on earth.

I do not wish to think beyond the grave,
yet, Christ, I know You have the power to save.

                      -- by Pete Voelz       12/29/12