A Giant Leap in the Right Direction

Today, if we would be the way God wishes us to be

Let’s try to be a little kinder to our fellowman

Where fundamental need is kindred whether we agree

On how or what should be done when; let’s do the best we can

To do to others as we would that they would do to us

And not fuss, fret or fume because of difference in style

But simply love each other with the kindness of Jesus

Instead of criticism let’s encourage more, and smile

Let’s be content instead of lament and jealousy-cursed

Instead of rude impatience let’s be more gracious and meek

Instead of me-me-me let’s put the need of others first

And oh, let’s think a little more before we simply speak

© Janet Martin