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THE TIME MUST COME
-Mark Mayhue
The Father knew before creation
That the time must come
When He would have to save the world
Through the death of His only Son
And even though He realized
The pain that He would face
He had the strength to do it
Through His love for the human race
The Bible says He loved the world
So much that He gave His Son
To be the sacrificial Lamb
For the sins of everyone
As a human being and a Christian
I know the time must come
When my life upon this earth
Will finally be done
I used to fear for such a time
For I knew not where I'd go
But, praise the Lord, through Jesus Christ
I now can say, "I know!"
No longer do I fear the time
When the Father takes me home
I find all of my hope and joy in the fact
That the time must come
I HEAR THE VOICE OF GOD
-Mark Mayhue
I strain to hear the voice of God
As I sit in silent prayer
Sitting by the water's edge
Enjoying the clean, crisp air
I ask the LORD to speak to me
And wait for His response
But then there's only silence
It seems like God is gone
Then I hear the water
As the ripples meet the shore
A constant, soothing, gentle sound
That's relaxing all the more
I listen to the gentle wind
As it rustles through the trees
It brings a sense of peacefulness
As I feel its cooling breeze
I hear birds singing joyfully
But, why do I feel so odd
Then finally it occurs to me
I'm hearing the voice of God
I hear Him speaking peace and rest
Through the water, wind and birds
Now I'm assured I've heard His voice
Though He never spoke a word
LIFE
-Mark Mayhue
Life was all around me
I saw it everyday
Oblivious to its miracle
As I went along my way
So many things to do and see
I never took the time
To stop, to ponder, to thank my God
For this miracle divine
This life I have is but a mist
As the years go quickly by
I want to live in thanks to God
For this miracle of mine
When I reach my final Home
And I look upon His face
I know I'll hear, "Well done my son"
For I trusted in His grace.
BLOOD OF THE INNOCENT CHILDREN
-Mark Mayhue
Cozy and warm, safe and sound
Home sweet home where life can be found
Then the vacuum comes in and cleans the house
They never made a noise, quiet as a mouse
They only fear the scalpel in the doctor's hand
They don't know what's going on, how can they understand
Blood of the innocent children, shed for all to see
Blood of the unborn babies flows like a dark red sea
We must put a stop to it all, and right now is when
How can we stand to see the sight of the blood of the innocent children
Solution burns their skin, a slow and painful death
Imagine being burned alive until your last breath
It's sick and it's a sin, no matter what others say
The reason for this poem is to tell you this today
Abortion is murder, abortion is wrong
I pray your mind is changed by the words of this poem
Blood of the innocent children, shed for all to see
Blood of the unborn babies flows like a dark red sea
We must put a stop to it all, and right now is when
How can we stand to see the sight of the blood of the innocent children
HOW CAN I TELL THEM
-Mark Mayhue
Sitting here I see the pain in their eyes
They can't find the answers no matter what they try
Drugs and booze and music and sex
They think that life is so complex
Endless struggles with the troubles in their lives
They think it takes so much in order to survive
They think they've found the answers when they know that they are lost
Not realizing that Christ died to pay their cost
They're searching for something to take away the pain
Leaving room for only love to remain
How can I tell them what God has done for me
How can I tell them He can set them free
How can I tell them that Jesus is the Way
How can I tell them, what can I say
How can I tell them that Christ will give them hope
How can I tell them that He's better than dope
Better than booze, music and immoral sex
He'll give them order in a life that seems complex
How can I tell them that they need to repent
And that Jesus is the Hope that God has sent COWARDLY ESCAPE
-Mark Mayhue
It seems like only yesterday when we played ball in the yard
Now my dad has gone away, why does it seem so hard
They said it was an accident, but I know that's just not true
I found the note he left behind, now I don't know what to do
The note said, "Life is hopeless, I can't take it any more
I tried, and failed and tried again, but what was I trying for
It's no use, I've lost all hope. No one seems to care
If I make it to Heaven, dear wife and son, I hope to see you there
But, if I do not make it, and Hell's my eternal home
I pray you'll still go to be with Jesus, to worship at His throne
For, I guess I deserve whatever I get for failing our gracious Lord
But, at least you'll both have a chance to receive your final reward
Don't think of my death as any fault of your own. I chose this cowardly escape
And, I want you to know where ever I go that I've made a bad mistake"
I pray to God if you feel this way, please let someone know
And do not take this cowardly escape
Jesus is the way to go
HIS LOVE
-Mark Mayhue
Living according to the Master's plan
Praying that He'll always help me understand
What it is that He wants me to do
Knowing that He'll always see me through
Through my troubles and trials and pains
Through my losses and through my gains
Through my triumphs and through my tribulations
I praise the LORD that He's my salvation
Salvation through no other, only Jesus Christ alone
A living sacrifice, His love will led you on
Give Him your life, give Him all you've got
His love alone will hit the spot
The spot in your life that's been empty for so long
His love will fill it with a joyful song
His love is never-ending, His love will endure
His love will help you stand strong and sure
Just give it a try, I guarantee
His love will overflow in you, just wait and see
There's just one way to know the love that He gives
Believe that Jesus died, but now He lives
Confess that He is LORD of all
His love will help you stand bold and tall
Salvation through no other, only Jesus Christ alone
A living sacrifice, His love will led you on
Give Him your life, give Him all you've got
His love alone will hit the spot
The spot in your life that's been empty for so long
His love will fill it with a joyful song
AT THE FOOT OF THE CROSS
-Mark Mayhue
I look up and I see a Man so meek
Blood drips from His hands and feet
A crown of thorns upon His head
By His looks He'll soon be dead
Nails are piercing His flesh and bones
Holding Him to a cross stuck in the stones
Many people mourn and cry
Some people can't no matter how they try
While others laugh and spit at Him
As He dies on the cross for all their sin
He cries, "Father, forgive them. They know not what they do!"
Then He cries, "It is finished!", as He dies for me and you
I look up and I see our Savior Jesus Christ
As He hangs on the cross to pay our price
I see Him dying for all who are lost
As I stand and stare at the foot of the cross
FATHER, FORGIVE ME
-Mark Mayhue
As I think about the life and death of Jesus Christ
There's one thought that I always have, one thing I realize
I realize that for my sin He was crucified
And for my filth and wretchedness is why He had to die
As I think upon these things I know my prayer must be:
"Oh, Father. Please forgive me!"
Father, forgive me for crucifying Christ
Father, forgive me for taking Jesus' life
If it were not for my sin maybe He would not have died
Father, forgive me for crucifying Christ
Some say it was the Romans who crucified the King
Others say it was the Jews who nailed Him to the tree
But, I know it was me, yes I'm the one to blame
Because for my sin and wickedness is why the Savior came
As I think upon these things I know my prayer must be:
"Oh, Father. Please forgive me!"
Father, forgive me for crucifying Christ
Father, forgive me for taking Jesus' life
If it were not for my sin maybe He would not have died
Father, forgive me for crucifying Christ |
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SHATTERED DREAMS
-Mark Mayhue
I wanted what I never had and had what I didn't want
I had so many aspirations, my life they all did haunt
I had a dream that one day I'd become a movie star
The dream seemed very present, but the goal to reach, so far
I also hoped, one day, to be an outer-space astronaut
It wasn't like a dream, at all, just a brief and passing thought
I had so many hopeless dreams my life seemed like a sieve
My hopes were poured in, then drained out, no promise did they give
Shattered dreams are like the wind blowing in the night
They can't be seen and they fade away, transparent to the sight
Shattered dreams are like the sand covering the shore
You build your castle, then the tide rolls in and your castle is no more
Shattered dreams leave hopeless lives, so many of us think
Shattered dreams are like a chain with a missing link
I'd like to tell you there is hope to fill this empty space
It may not seem like much to some, but it can save the human race
Look to God to find the place He has for you in life
When you're discouraged ask the LORD to help you through your strife
Ask the LORD to take you past what you think you can be
Offer up your shattered dreams and new hope you'll receive
Give your life to Jesus Christ because He cares for you
And some of those shattered dreams you've had may possibly come true
VICTORY!
-Mark Mayhue
Many people see the cross
As a sign that Jesus is dead
They see the holes left by the nails
And the crown of thorns that bruised His head
They see it as a sign of death
But, we know the actual story
The cross is not a sign of defeat
It's a sign of VICTORY!
The victory that Jesus gained
Over death, hell and the grave
For all who trust and live in Christ
Will be forever saved
The cross is a sign of victory
And Jesus is the winner
For He came not calling the righteous to repentance
But, to save a world of sinners
ALLOW HIS LOVE INSIDE
-Mark Mayhue
There's a Hope beyond all sorrows
There's a Love beyond all hate
There's eternal life beyond all death
With a very narrow gate
Few will enter through it
Some will never know
Others will hear and turn awayNot realizing where they'll go
But, those who enter through it
Will find eternal love
A gate that leads to the glorious Kingdom
Of God in Heaven above
Don't be one who misses it
Search with all your heart
Give your life unto the One
Who will give you a new start
Jesus Christ is waiting
With His arms open wide
He'll lead you through that narrow gate
If you allow His love inside
HE CREATED ALL
-Mark Mayhue
As I gaze upon the night
And all the stars that shine so bright
Moonlight piercing the blackness of space
Radiantly aglow upon my face
Makes me wonder how mankind
Can not believe in God divine
The brilliant splendor of each sunrise
Reminds me of how God's Son did rise
A peaceful calm permeates my soul
With each new sunset so vivid and bold
The world around us is evidence Of God Almighty's omniscience
As you see the sun rise and set
Give thanks to God omnipotent
For He created all you see
And that includes both you and me
THAT'S WHAT GOD IS FOR
-Mark Mayhue
When it seems like life's unfair, and all your hope is gone
And everyone around you thinks that you are always wrong
You start to feel like giving up, and giving in at last
You think your life is useless and you want to end it fast
But, God cares for you deeply, your sin His Son died for
He's always there to help you through, that's what God is for
He'll help you through your darkest hour, He'll help you to endure
His peace will be sufficient enough, That's what God is for
So, do not be discouraged, my friend, don't give up the fight
And all those people who said you're wrong will finally see you're right
Because, God cares for you deeply, your sin His Son died for
He's always there to help you through, that's what God is for
He'll help you when you're lonely, He'll help when you're unsure
He'll help you do His perfect will, That's what God is for
IT FINALLY HAPPENED TO ME!
-Mark Mayhue
It finally happened to me! In just nine months I'll be
a little baby boy or girl, to live my life in the outside world.
I'm glad that I'm a chosen one, to have a chance at a life that's fun.
I'll make the best of every day. The beginning seems so far away.
I'll just wait patiently. For I know not when the time will be,
when I leave this comfort zone inside, to take life by the horns and hang on for the ride.
It finally happened to me! I can see my hands and feet.
They must have grown while I was asleep. I'll use my hands to grasp and my feet to leap.
My nose and ears are fully grown. I'll use my nose to smell flowers and my ears to listen on the phone.
It finally happened to me! Now I know what sex I'll be.
I'm gonna be a baby boy. Now I'm filled with so much joy!
I'll play baseball and play in the mud. Then I'll give my mommy a great big hug.
I'll kiss her on the cheek and say, "I love you so much!". How I long for her loving, gentle touch.
It finally happened to me! My mommy said she doesn't want me to be.
She said, "Abort the baby, I don't want it any more!". But don't I have a say? What was I even conceived for?
Now all my dreams of a happy life are all destroyed because my mommy is no one's wife.
It's murder, I tell you, but no one cares! I'll never learn to ride a bike or climb a flight of stairs.
I know that now I'll be with God forever. But, I can never live the life He had planned for me...NEVER!
THIS IS WHAT I PRAY (Part 1)
-Mark Mayhue
Why do I feel so alone
Like the world has left me on my own
Is God in Heaven really there
If He is, does He care
Sorrow haunts me like a hellish dream
I can't get away, I want to scream
No one will hear me when I cry
I sometimes wish that I would die
I hear people say that God is there
I hear them say that He really does care
But, I'm afraid to give Him control
I'm too ashamed to open up my soul
How can God love a person like me
Why would He bother to set me free
But, as I think about it I sense some hope
I have nowhere to go, I'm at the end of my rope
God, if You're there, if You can hear my plea
If You really do care, please set me free
Take this pain I feel away
Save me God, this is what I pray
THIS IS WHAT I PRAY (Part 2)
-Mark Mayhue
At one time I felt so alone
Like the world had left me on my own
But, God showed me that He was there
He let me know that he really does care
He took away the sorrow that haunted me
I didn't have to run away, I didn't have to scream
The LORD of love heard my every cry
He showed me that I don't have to die
So, when people say that God is there
When you hear them say that He really does care
Don't shut God out, just give Him control
Don't be afraid to open up your soul
If you think, "God wouldn't save a person like me!"
Just know in your heart that He'll set you free
I pray that these words have given you hope
Even if you're at the end of your rope
God is there, He will hear your plea
He really does care, He will set you free
He'll take the pain you feel away
Let God save you, this is what I pray
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