THE FIRE NEXT TIME

Why is it that men often
call them “scoundrels”
who use the name of God?

“Because they seldom practise
what they preach”

--So, therefore, take heed
that men do not find you at fault

--in your manners, in your speech,
in your going out, in your coming in,
in your actions, in your thoughts,
in your interactions with others, even
in your looks – but be prudent
and discerning in all that you do

God forbid that you should
indulge in prattle, babble or pranks --
but be purposeful in your speech --
neither more nor less --
but weigh your words as in a balance

For a man who uses too many words
Can easily go to ruin
for he will be judged
according to his words
and they may be held against him.

Beware of gossip and the lying tongue
--Flee from them.
It pays to be honest –
atleast with God.

The Lord shall provide all your needs
but be diligent and prudent
and observe all these things
– do not be led astray.

He watches over all that you do,
He hears all that you say,
He listens to all your thoughts.

Take heed that ye be not punished
-- but be watchful
for it shall be
the fire next time.

-- a poem in His praise, for His faithful, by His most humble servant, Simon J. Daniel, written at 1:15am., 25 September, 2005

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