For then I will be a Saint

(The Glory of God is man fully alive.
St. Irenaeus of Lyons)

Presence of the Holy Spirit
Action of God to give
Holiness, comfort, power
Gives us the strength to live

Love of God is real
Perfect, constant and true
An offer of eternal love
For me and for you

We are social animals
We need one another
The need that God provides
Is like no other

Both spiritual and physical
Humankind God did make
In His image and likeness
To be good and not fake

We grow and we learn
We discover more of our self
Our gifts, talents, values
Deep within us, our wealth

A life time it takes
To reach true perfection
For then I will be a Saint
And see God in my reflection

This may not be now
For I know it is a gift
I need to be open, humble
Pray for the lift

The Son became flesh
So we can be like the divine
I need to accept God
As a true friend of mine

I search high and low
And in the hearts of the human race
Hide not from me Lord
A glimpse of your face

Creator Father in heaven
Your spiritual connection does pull
Guiding life in your direction
So I can live life, to the full

God of love and compassion
God of power and might
Be with us always, so one day
I will walk into the light


© Mr Peter McGeady, 2009

Writer's Block

Sorry people, I haven't blogged for some time. This must be a great disappointment for those who check everyday to see if I have something new for you. I do actually have another poem. I will give it a separate post to keep the purity of the theological prose free from the waffle that I am currently writing.

This poetic streak is one that I didn't realise I had until recently. These gifts must be shared, and you are the lucky ones. Do you know there are some people who haven't read this blog. I am assuming that they don't have internet access or don't know how to read. I may have to produce an audio book or create a cartoon.

For those of you who are on the right path, I will for your benefit endeavor to post wisdom on a more regular basis.

Stay holy, and stop doing that thing, you know, the thing you shouldn't be doing.

Mr Peter McGeady