THE ROLE OF LIFE

We’ve all done things we’re ashamed of - But there’s nothing we can do

At the time we had a reason - I thought it made sense, didn’t you?

Usually those things that happen - That are really no fun to recall

Were done out of fear, greed and jealousy - Or some combination of all!!

Mine were mostly, fear and greed - Reality, I had lost

Of course it really changed my life - And Oh! what that change cost

Can you go back and say you’re sorry - Of course, if you feel the need

I really don’t know if it does much good - But, can it hurt to plant the seed!!

For the people whom you’ve hurt the most - Were not the ones you thought

They were just nice enough to play along - While with yourself, you fought

For the bad things you remember - Aren’t really bad at all

They’re a gift you’ve received from heaven - When God answered your call!!

You probably don’t remember - But think real hard and try

That time you looked in the mirror - And really didn’t like that guy

That’s when help was asked for - And God put his hand upon you

Then things began to happen so fast - You didn’t know what to do!!

Those other people in your Drama - Were asking just like you

So God put you all together - Just one more for the crew

At one level, there may be resentment - But on a higher plane, it’s fine

Remember those who accomplish their task - Move on down the line!!

For life really is a stage - I know it sounds quite trite

But each of us plays their role - Helping each other with their plight

It’s when we lose our center - And our reality of God is lost

That we end up fighting for our souls - Not realizing the cost!!

It’s when the fight is over - And the radiance of God is returned

And while we recover from the pain - We appreciate what we’ve earned

As I share my story - I remember in days gone past

Others shared their stories with me - I just listened and moved on fast!!

I never really remembered - Until my pain I could not bear

By then I was really desperate - And thought God was so unfair

But God did not forsake me - My center I did find

Now I thank God every day - For treating me so kind!!