12/21/2023
To Be A Butterfly
I said to the Lord, "Lord, let me be Like the butterfly. So fine and free.
"Let my heart take wings And without a care, Let me spread enjoyment Everywhere!"
"My child," said the Lord, "It's up to you.. Are you willing to trust me, Like the butterflies do?"
"Yes, Lord, I trust you!" Was my glib reply, - ("How much could it cost To be a butterfly?")
"Fine," said the Lord, "Let's get on with it then, First, you must die That's how we'll begin!"
My heart skipped a beat, And my stomach grew tight, As I said to the Lord, "Did I hear you right?"
"My child," said the Lord "Surely you know - The worm has to die, so Beauty can grow."
"It's not easy, that's true, But My way is best, And I'll be beside you All through your test."
Then the Lord took his finger And touched my heart, And began to probe Each secret part.
Each place He touched Was exposed to the Light, And I could see myself As only He might.
Unforgiveness, anger, Selfishness, too, All had to go If I would be New!
"I'm sorry," I cried, "Please help me to die. I do so want to be Your butterfly."
"I love you, Jesus," Was all I could say, "Come into my heart - Make it yours today!"
"Whatever it takes Lord. "Whatever it takes Lord, I'm ready now. Your servant is waiting, Just show me how!"
My child," said the Lord "You've already begun, And we'll continue the work, Till the job is done."
"Little by little Each day you'll die, But you'll LIVE again As My Butterfly!"
So please Be patient with me...
God isn't finished with me yet.
This hung in my office from '89 for over a decade.
All I know now is, "Jesus, I need you more today than yesterday."
Most of the challenges I faced then have long passed. This old cacoon has a lot more cracks in it, And I'm weary of trying to break out. Lord help me die, so my wings will grow strong enough to become a Butterfly in Your home.