…about friends

A couple of years ago I compiled stories of women friends from the church I attend into a little book and called it “Every Life is a God Story.” The stories are beautiful and encouraging tales of the work of God in the lives of ordinary, everyday women. One of those women is Bonnell Mixon. When I approached her to write her story, she simply refused. A few days later, she came to me and said that she isn’t a writer but does write poems now and then. She asked if it would be alright to submit some of her poems to be a part of the book. I was absolutely delighted. Her poems are my favorite part of the whole book! This morning I asked Bonnell if I could share some of her poems here on my blog and she graciously consented. I won’t overwhelm you with all of the at once, but hope to whet your appetite with one here and there. So, if you see a poem here, please thank God for a little woman named Bonnell Mixon.

Victory

The prayer I said will get me through this night.

It was so special, I hope He heard me right.

I’ve asked Him so many times to help me quit this habit.

I said, “Lord, give me strength and courage and You can have it.”

I get up in the morning shaking like a leaf

I grab a cigarette to get on my feet.

My Father, help me stop. I’ve tried so many times. I just go right back.

Help me fight off Satan’s attacks.

I’m so weak and he’s so strong.

Lord, I know I’m hurting You, too. I’ve done so many things wrong.

Lord, know what?  I haven’t smoked in hours!

Outside I go to read Your Word.

Praise the Lord, I know You heard!

What’s that under that tree?

It’s a cigarette, “Glory Be!”

I don’t want this, what should I do?

LIGHT IT UP, STUPID, I GAVE IT TO YOU!

I wanted it so bad, I was in agony and yearning.

Then I heard a voice inside me burning,

“No temptation is too great.

Just call on me, I’ll be there in haste.”

I fell to the ground with tears in my eyes.

Lord, You heard my cries.

Oh, Father, you made me a promise to call on Your name

And I will escape Satan’s game.

Jesus, I see now we are but his toys,

To tempt us and try his best to destroy.

Just trust in You, Lord, You made it so simple.

My body now is your clean temple!

YES!!