BECAUSE OF HIS LOVE

(Written in 1995, while serving in Africa)

We do not come here out of mere zest

Life here is not easy at best

Dust, dust everywhere

Suspicious eyes here and there

Scorching heat, desert storm, malaria

False accusation, opposition, filarial

The cup we’re drinking is a bit bitter we feel

When we think of others enjoying their sweet music reel

Howbeit, we’re here because we love the Lord

Not because invited but sent by the Lord

We choose this for His love leaves us no other choice

We come here for we hear and obey His voice

A reminder from the Holy Spirit

A renewal of the right spirit

To help us joy in our suffering

To give us strength in difficulties arising

 And we thank our God for His sufficient grace

Our daily joy and strength in this difficult place