Two Words

In the beginning, there You were, O Word,
the Word of God, God’s Son, His only Son,
God spoke His Word and all Creation heard,
God’s Love, His Spirit soared, You Three in One.

My word, so weak, O would that I could keep,
so many promises I’ve made I’ve broken,
are they too steep or is my word too cheap?
I need to add some spine to what I’ve spoken.

Your Word, O Lord, in Scripture and in law,
writ on my heart or in the book You wrote,
and mine, both, Lord, I should more hold in awe,
so that, like Yours, I could with honor quote.

Your Words, O Lord, and covenants are true,
may I speak mine responsibly like You.

                           by Pete Voelz      2/19/14