Poetry

2 + 2 = 4

You'll find the Father's math to be both simple and complex.

It won't confound; it isn't something that is meant to vex.

Two plus two will always equal four, so here we go--

Do this math and God's own nature will begin to show.

2 leave your past behind you and 2 give up former ways

Is what you do when you 4-sake your nature and obey.

2 give up your resentment and 2 pardon someone's sin

Is how you can 4-give, through grace that God has placed within.

2 overlook a grievance, 2 omit the consequence

Is what you do when you 4-get another's grave offense.

2 strengthen those around you and 2 offer them support

Is what you do to 4-tify when help has fallen short.

A child will learn quite young that two plus two will equal four.

And all these fours will help propel you to God's open door.

Forsake your sin, forgive your friends, and then forget the pain,

And fortify your friendships with the love that you will gain.

BLESSING

Begin each day with this in mind--

That your thoughts and actions will all be kind.

Lift others up to God in prayer;

That's a gift you can give that's beyond compare.

Exalt your God in every way

And praise Him in all that You do and say.

Surprise your friends with acts of joy

And deeds of love that you daily deploy.

Support those around you however you can

And encourage them with a helping hand.

Inquire of God His perfect will--

As you follow Him your spirit is filled.

Nestle your heart within God's hand

And be held by Him who helps you to stand.

Glorify Him who clearly adores you

Become a clear channel He will pour through.

Receive His blessing, reflect it back,

Then flow out to others--you're on the right track!