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Horizontal relationships–relationships between people–are crippled at the outset unless the vertical relationship–the relationship between each person and God–is in place.
From 1 Thessalonians 4:9: “Now concerning love of the brothers and sisters, you do not need to have anyone write to you, for you yourselves have been taught by God to love one another.”
From Hebrews 8:18: “For I will be merciful toward their iniquities, and I will remember their sins no more.”
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Darkness cannot hide from His light
Our merciful God, filled with might
Walking above His creation, God choreographs
From early morning to eventual nightfall
Climbing to mountaintops, above life’s battleground
With every step, God’s always present
Witnessing just how far we’ve come
Every victory is earned through Him
We carry scars from numerous struggles
Our hearts always feel God’s presence
Receiving joy-filled Grace, always free
Truly, we never feel left alone
Almighty God comes in three persons
Father, Son, and Holy Spirit alive
Pure, perfect, faithful, and with love
God’s creation reflects His Holy plan
God sends a champion, His Son
From a cruel Cross, comes love
A dark, empty tomb brings hope
Mercy sends love in Jesus Christ
Coming to Christ, dead in sin
Christ’s eternal love washes over us
Releasing us from shackles of sin
We are redeemed, forever set free
Accepting Jesus as Lord and Savior
Our new life begins through Him
Resurrection’s light, Christ has our backs
His endless love walks with us
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This poem was written in October, 2018. It has been updated from its original entry. The inspiration for the word “cherish” comes from The Association’s song “Cherish” from 1966.
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Cherish the beautiful love that God has given you
His love is freely given to all without paying dues
Cherish the love in your life every single day
It is God’s way of showing you the best way
Cherish each wonderful day as it sends a precious gift
God never intends to forget you, nor leave you adrift
Cherish family for it brings abundant happiness
God brings His Word to help soften our sadness
Cherish life’s simple things as they are treasures
God offers Grace regardless of how we measure
Cherish a healthy relationship with God each day
He will always show you the right and proper way
Cherish the ultimate and unselfish love God delivers to all
His son pays for sins when we accept His passionate call
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Love Conquers
Finding its way
With words to say
Boundless and rich
Love conquers
Despite distances great
Unlocking its fate
With faithful hope
Love conquers
Awakens each morn
Feels like being reborn
Lasts and lasts
Love conquers
Between two hearts
Eager for new start
Together at last
Love conquers
Each special day
Adventure comes our way
Exciting and endless
Love conquers
Thoughts to savor
Bringing each a favor
As sunrise arrives
Love conquers
Arriving without sound
Loving actions abound
Every special moment
Love conquers
Forgetting life’s past
Bringing smiles to last
Faithful and forgiving
Love conquers
God’s at hand
Footprints in the sand
Reigns into Eternity
Love Conquers
Finding its way
With words to say
Boundless and rich
Love conquers
Despite distances great
Unlocking its fate
With faithful hope
Love conquers
Awakens each morn
Feels like being reborn
Lasts and lasts
Love conquers
Between two hearts
Eager for new start
Together at last
Love conquers
Each special day
Adventure comes our way
Exciting and endless
Love conquers
Thoughts to savor
Bringing each a favor
As sunrise arrives
Love conquers
Arriving without sound
Loving actions abound
Every special moment
Love conquers
Forgetting life’s past
Bringing smiles to last
Faithful and forgiving
Love conquers
God’s at hand
Footprints in the sand
Reigns into Eternity
Big Sky Buckeye has written several poems which express love in different forms and with their own unique meanings. Here is a sample of three of his favorite ones.
A man and a woman find love in their own way in Across the Street.
A family finds God’s love in bringing a special daughter into their presence in God’s Miracle.
A man and a woman reach out to each in a long distance relationship in Love’s Destiny.
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The only true source of meaning in life is found in loving family. Today and every day, let me show my family that I love them by the things that I say and the things that I do.
From Joshua 24:15: “Now if you are unwilling to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served in the region beyond the River or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you are living; but as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.”
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Waking up early on a cold December day
Love fills a man’s heart with much to say
Driving for hours down a solitary highway
Love travels along in an encouraging way
Discovering ways, over the months, of staying close
Love opens up ways to correspond, making the most
Sending beautiful notes, cards, emails, and more
Love delivers its delightful words—ready to soar
Receiving a call at pre-arranged times
Love melts the distance, always fine
Pulling into the Bismarck airport, ticket in hand
Love boards an airplane, heading to a new land
Flying east through endless, friendly skies
Love reminisces with a smile, as time flies
Transferring to one more flight, halfway there
Love paints with color, adding magic and flair
Landing in Columbus, awakens anxious emotion
Love lights up, presenting its passionate devotion
Waiting for luggage, eyes intently searching wide
Love waits for a woman to appear from the side
Meeting at long last, up close and personal today
Love radiates between two souls, with lots to say
Loving each other, despite the great distance
Love creates a spark, more than an instance
Witnessing love through God’s guiding hands
Love finds a way to a pair of wedding bands
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This story is true. The love expressed between two people conquered the miles between Ohio and Montana. Now you know the rest of the story. My bride and I recently celebrated our 12th wedding anniversary.
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Grandpa snuck away from Grandma one morning. She was busy with her quilting, and he felt an urge to satisfy his sweet tooth.
Just down the street, a little doughnut shop waited with the hottest coffee and the most treasured, sweet creations ever made. Without Grandma nearby to fuss at him, he could enjoy coffee, doughnuts, and some conversation with whomever dropped by the shop.
He orders the usual: coffee with his two favorite doughnuts. Boston-cream and maple-covered long john, each looks mouth-watering and delicious.
Behind him, the shop’s door opens, and two little children bust in with giggles and way too much energy.
“Grandpa, Grandpa!” His grandchildren, Ben and Lydia, just happen to discover where Grandpa is hiding out.
A moment later, Grandpa is enjoying coffee, spending time with two very special children, and sharing his doughnuts.
There will be another time for enjoying doughnuts, but loving Lydia and Ben . . . Precious!
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Lasting promises
Always unconditional—
Till death do us part
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Stabilize our earth
Honor God’s great creation—
Denial no more
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Needing to write more
Reaching for novel ideas—
Keep the coffee hot
If you are in the mood for another Haiku series, check out a previously published set at Haiku Series 9.
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My retirement years usually produce a smile
But some days sink my spirits deep, by miles
My childhood sweetheart and lovely bride
Now rests with God, absent from my side
I stay occupied with my yard each morn
Discovering pleasure from nature’s form
There is a fine lady across the street
She emerges looking nice and sweet
She stays active around her place
Her yard definitely fits her tastes
The grass is mowed and trimmed
I wonder how she stays so thin
There seems, between us
A subliminal connection
Inviting her for coffee
Is my dreamy confession
Her petunias appear superior to mine
Perhaps I’ll ask for her secret, in time
She smiles when my puppy is outside to play
I wonder what her plans will be for this day
I imagine what she might think about me
Watching me hang a bird feeder in a tree
There seems, between us
A subliminal connection
Inviting her for coffee
Is my dreamy confession
We both come from the same generation
Her beauty creates a wonderful sensation
I’m thinking of walking across the street
Meeting this fine lady would be a treat
She steps back inside from the dry, summer heat
Perhaps tomorrow morning, we can finally meet
My Grandfather lost his childhood sweetheart and bride, but believe it or not, he found love again . . . across the street!
This real-life experience, along with Jen Goldie’s story about “The Man Across the Street”, inspired the writing of this poem. Visit Jen’s very creative story with the link shown below.
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Love springs eternal in many, beautiful forms
Helping to ease some of life’s angry storms
A mother focuses on her handsome new boy
Rocking him fast to sleep, she’s filled with joy
A teacher reaches out to his unsettled class today
Filling the room with learning, discovering a way
A nervous man asks a pretty woman for a date
Dreaming, could marriage be their future fate?
A son calls upon his ailing mother quite often
Bringing love that helps her illness to soften
A mature couple capturing romance from afar
Tying ribbons of love, reaching heaven’s stars
A young girl eagerly waits by the window all day
Jumping into her father’s lap with much to say
A caring wife prepares a meal by candlelight
Inspiring a time of love with her man tonight
A family cherishes togetherness for all
Adding gentle love that will never fall
A romantic husband brings flowers to his bride
Adding fragrance and beauty, their love amplified
A young couple ties marriage’s knot with “We do”
Cherishing their love, feeling deeply rich and true
God sends His Son, offering His greatest gift
Washing away our sins, lives no longer adrift
Big Sky Buckeye 