True Friends

True Friends

A friend is one who helps you draw,

The mountain’s scenic captured awe,

And, hears those secrets deep inside,

Yet, keeps them safe when you confide.

Oh, friends may come and friends may go,

Once full of life they wither so,

And, some, like leaves, they fly away,

Yet, each a blessing to this day.

Assessing life the truest friend,

They’re always there unto the end,

And, even though your faults may mar,

They love you still for who you are.

So, here’s to friends you are true blue,

Some known for years though some are new,

I thank the Lord for his assent,  

For you, dear friend, were Heaven sent!

Peter Lowell Paulson

December 14, 2019

Christmas Anew

Christmas Anew

A strand of lights falls from my hands,

And, barren green the pine tree stands,

So brightly shines, on top, the star,

Surveys my little work thus far.

Yet, inch by inch each light does glow,

And, soon each branch, a shimmer show,

With every red and gold, and blue,

A transformation through and through.

Around, around and depths within,

And, soon bright ornaments will spin,

My bride and I, tonight will view,

To celebrate Christmas anew!

Peter Lowell Paulson

December 5, 2019

Thanksgiving Time

Thanksgiving Time

May all God’s blessings send to thee,

To hearth and home and family,

True love, kind words and hugs abound,

And, laughter through the house resound.

The turkey’s dressed, the rolls now rise,

The front door rings with fond surprise,

And, memories will fill your mind,

With each one’s face and love you find.

It’s time to put all strife to bed,

To kiss the children on their head,

To play some games and giggle more,

To feel the warmth in hearts restore.

So ring the holiday’s bright bell,

(And, spin some yarns and stories tell),

Tis grand to feel the glow within,

All thanks to God for all he’s giv’n!

Peter Lowell Paulson

November 28, 2019

Crowns of Faith

Crowns of Faith

Run the race to win the prize,

Regardless of your strength or size,

The crown that lasts forevermore,

When Christ within our hearts adore.

When friends of faith surround us here,

We spread the Gospel far and near,

The crown that sees rejoicing grow,

When Christ within their souls know.

Discipleship is our desire,

Endurance with a burning fire,

The crown of glory here at last,

When Christ within our minds are cast.

Though others tear and oft demean,

No hardship felt in Heav’n unseen,

The crown of life is our firm ground,

When Christ’s within and faith is found.

So, Lord I give my life to you,

My heart, my mind, my soul be true,

The crown of righteousness e’er sought,

Through Christ’s atoning love He brought!

Peter Lowell Paulson

November 19, 2019

(1 Corinthians 9:24-25; 1 Thessalonians 2:19; 1 Peter 5:2-4; Revelation 2:10; 2 Timothy 4:7-8)