If I want peace
What must I do
Another chance
A friendly move
If I want life
What must I sow
Prepare the soil
For seeds to grow
If I want mercy
I offer the same
Root out anger
Remove the blame
If I want love
Make room inside
A cluttered heart
Brings more divide
If I want faith
Let go of doubt
A life of fear
Will live without
When Jesus came
He made a way
For all good things
Come what may
If I believe
That this is true
My words and deeds
Reflect this view
Lord, give me strength
To persevere
To offer love
Not pride or fear
I want to build
And not tear down
I want to grow
In your holy ground
Inspired by Psalm 4:4 “Be angry and do not sin; on your bed, reflect in your heart and be still”