WHAT’S THAT IN YOUR HAND?
Copyright 2001 by Betty Jo Mings

 

When Moses had fears for the journey, God asked him, "What’s that in your hand?" 

"It’s only a rod," said Moses; but God had a miracle planned,

And marvelous things were accomplished with that plain and simple rod.

It became an awesome weapon when fully surrendered to God.

 

When David faced mighty Goliath, God asked, "What’s that in your hand?"

"It’s only a sling," said David; but God showed him how he could stand

And face unafraid on the hillside that Philistine nine feet tall.

And soon the giant Goliath lay dead from a pebble so small.

 

To Bunyan in Bedford Prison.  God asked, "What’s that in your hand?"

"It’s only a pen," John answered. But led by the Spirit’s command

He penned the book "Pilgrim’s Progress"; a blessing surviving the years.

So a pen to the Lord consecrated has helped conquer doubtings and fears.

 

And still God is asking the question of us, "What’s that in your hand?"

It might be a small gift He’s given; it doesn’t have to be grand,

But if it is used for His glory, His multiple blessings we’ll know.

And as we surrender to Jesus, His love and His peace He’ll bestow.

 

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Betty Jo Mings can be reached at bmings@verizon.net, or visit her website Original Christian Poems of Comfort and Inspiration http://www.bettyjomings.truepath.com