God's Not Like That
So now you think you’ve blown it, and well and truly this time,
Convinced that once too often is an unpardonable crime.
And you think God’s called your angel home, taken back His grace,
Wiped you from the Book of Life, cancelled your heavenly place.
Hey, I really understand, I have felt the same way too,
So sure that God had left me, feeling written off like you.
But guess who has you thinking that, and then builds on your despair,
It’s just that crafty devil using falsehood to ensnare.
You’re really sorry, aren’t you, and you’d tried to do your best.
If God would just forgive you, you’d return to Him with zest.
Well, let me tell you clearly, you don’t have a thing to fear.
Just contritely bow before Him, and, “I love you,” you’ll soon hear.
Don’t let the devil fool you, for God truly understands.
His sympathy and caring has left marks upon His hands.
Your weakness overwhelmed you, for by nature you’re a sinner,
That’s why only grace can save, both seasoned and beginner.
Our God is so forgiving, for He knows our weakened frame,
Hence why He came and died for us, that we His grace could claim.
He knew that only mercy could release us from our plight,
And that only His enabling would then see us win the fight.
Sometimes when we're struggling we can feel that God isn't there,
But that is when He’s more so, for He your burden wants to bear.
Your plight affects Him greatly, even when it be self-caused,
And yes, right throughout your life, His care’s never stopped or paused.
We may also feel unable to re-approach our Saviour,
Feeling terribly ashamed because of wrong behaviour.
But could we behold His face, we’d have no hesitation,
For we’d only see that love that had Him die for His creation.
God’s not out to point the finger, nor to us accuse or blame,
And though He has His standards, He’s made allowance for our frame.
God sees our daily struggles, and tender pity fills His heart,
Thus, help amidst our trials He has promised to impart.
So, don’t despair if struggling, for God’s grace will see you through,
So long as you're trying your very best His will to do.
Perseverance is the key, allowing God to rule your heart,
Trusting in His promises, and that from Him you don’t depart.
However, should you leave Him, (though a sad thing that would be),
Lovingly He’ll wait for you, hoping your return to see.
Nothing stops God loving you; it’s only sin that He hates,
For He knows that its practice could keep you from Heaven’s gates.
When Satan whispers in your ear things about God that aren't true,
Remember God’s not like that, that it’s Satan fooling you.
Remember how Christ suffered, think of all that He went through,
And how He would have done it if the only sinner had been you.
Would such a God condemn you should you stumble with your load,
Or because you've repeatedly trodden that same old road?
Would such a God discard you should you still cry, “Please help me!"
No, NEVER! NEVER! NEVER! Such a love wouldn't let that be.
By Lance Landall