The Talent God Gave To Me
God gave me talents and abilities to use!
The love he blessed me with. I wouldn’t refuse!
I wanted to use what was given. I really did!
I had no idea this would change how I live!
I spoke to the Lord with a heart felt confession.
Using my God given talent was my obsession!
People from church listened. It didn’t seem to matter.
There was too much “business”, “gossip” and “chatter”
I talked to the pastor about the desire I had on my heart.
I could tell he didn’t care…
Right from the start!
In my efforts to serve God, I most certainly tried.
There were many nights I laid awake and cried!
In my efforts to use God’s talents, I often felt alone.
I didn’t want to go anywhere. I stayed at home.
I wanted to give to others, the love God gave to me!
But I was alone now… It was so plain to see!
The many from church that I thought were my “friend.”
Would often criticize me again and again!
They told me that I wasn’t good at what I wanted to do.
“How could God use somebody like you???”
God picked me up when I felt very discouraged and down…
He filled me with his spirit.
His presence was all around!
He took my futile efforts to use me any way he could.
Everything I was going through... He understood!.
I’ve been able to share his mercy and love that he’s given!
His power and grace have
changed how I’m livin’!
I don’t need others “permission” for the talents I received.
His will in my life is what I aim to achieve!
His word and love have blessed me within!
I’ll do anything for my savior and friend!
By Jim Pemberton
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