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The Fisherman's Lament

Sailing across the ocean blue  Singing shanties with my merry crew We cast our nets into the briny waters To provide for our wives, sons, and daughters. But when are nets grew heavy and taut We heaved them up to see what we caught. And what did our accursed eyes behold? Fish with scales that glistened like gold. We cheered as our nets burst at the seams. We were rich beyond our wildest dreams! But my heart quickly sank to the sea floor As I recalled the warning we got days before. “Should you ever catch fishes of gold Remember the ancient warnings of old: Release them and don’t be slaves to greed Lest you anger the Merfolk with a selfish deed.” With heavy heart, I reminded my crew Of the solemn warning from Old Ms. Rue. They laughed and said, “It’s just an old wives tale!” And our captain said, “Homeward we sail!” I warned them that this was a foolish deed But my voice was one they chose not to heed. As they started to sail home with childish glee A great shadow loomed below the su...
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What He Tells Me

“Your life is sad and miserable.”

That’s what you say

When I spend all morning working

And feel tired the rest of the day.


“You should be rich by now.”

That’s what you say

When I check my wallet

And think about the bills I need to pay.


“Everyone’s bleeding you dry.”

That’s what you say

When I give to those in need

Whilst trying to save money to move away.


“Why do you even bother?”

That’s what you ask

When I think about my life

And wonder if everything’s a vain task.


“Don’t worry. Seek God’s kingdom 

And His righteousness first.”

That’s what Jesus tells me

Whenever I expect the worst.


“Seek first God’s kingdom

And all your needs will be added to you.”

That’s what Jesus tells me

And I know what He says is true.


“He is always faithful.”

That’s what I say

When God reminds me

How He provides for me day by day.


Choosing which voice to listen to

Is a daily struggle for me.

But I will heed my Savior,

I will seek God’s kingdom and not worry.

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