Unrequited Love
You longed for her to be your wife;
She did not share your will.
Now in your heart’s a stabbing knife—
Love her still.
Her loveliness your soul perceived,
Her gentle beauty’s light.
It shines as fair though you’re bereaved—
Love her right.
Hope not in dreams that she’ll be yours;
To such you must say no!
Respect her choice to close those doors—
Love lets go.
A rich reflection of Himself
In her God did create;
In heaven’s day you’ll know its wealth—
Love can wait.
The privilege is yours to learn
A love of godly breed,
Demanding nothing in return—
Love, not need.
A precious gem to Christ is she
For whom He shed His blood.
He loves His children perfectly—
Love like God.
Be thankful for her every bliss
That stirs your mind to love
The Lord Himself and all of His,
And taste His kind of love.
Ed Morris, 2009
This page copyright © 2009 Edward A. Morris. Created May 7, 2009. Last updated May 7, 2009.