PROMISES 1

A Collection of
Poems for Christian Children
(5-10 years)

Family, Creation, Bible


Lyn Hurry

2007


DONKEY’S LOAD
I had never carried anything, because I’m only small.
I stayed beside my mother - the gentlest one of all.
I watched and learned from others, as I practised how to bray (!!!!)
And soon I’ll have a master. I look forward to that day.
I didn’t feel so special - although Mum said that I was.
But now I am, I know it! And that is all because
I went into Jerusalem with the man they called a king.
Upon my back I carried him through crowds - and heard them sing.
They threw palm leaves and garments upon the dusty road.
They praised him with Hosannas, He was such a precious load.
He patted me so gently and he looked into my eyes.
And I felt HUGE! So I was sad when he whispered - Goodbye.
L. Hurry 2004

DANIEL'S WEAPONS
When the lions came - did Daniel cry?
Did he have a stick to poke in their eye?
Did he hide in the dark? Did he carry a knife?
Did he throw some stones to save his life?
Did he light a fire to keep them away?
No, he used his voice and his hands – to pray!
L. Hurry 2005

SMILE TIME
There are many different reasons for a smile upon a face:
birthday parties, getting presents, going to a friendly place.
We can smile to show we’re happy, that we want to be a mate;
when we share a special secret or surprise - can hardly wait!
Babies playing get us grinning; being told that we are loved.
We can tell somebody Thank you with a smile - it is enough.
At a fun park, in a movie, the excitement makes us laugh.
Jokes and stories get us giggling, so do bubbles in the bath.
If you visit a sick person, one big smile can help to fix.
Show delight for personal triumphs - winning prizes, doing tricks.
There are people who have problems and their smiles are very few.
A sad face should never last long; here is something you can do:
If you see someone without a smile at home or out of doors,
don’t hesitate or worry, don’t be bashful – give them yours!


PROMISES 2
A Collection of Poems for Christians (10 years to Adult)
Family, Creation, Bible Lyn Hurry 2008

THE CANDLE
See the flickering flame that brightens every Christian life.
Symbol of the one who lightens burdens, tears and strife.
In the darkness how it glistens, cheers despairing souls.
Through the Saviour, those who listen, God will make them whole.
Stronger grows the fire, lighting up the heart.
His fire will burn within you if you let it - let it start.

Christmas candle glow serenely in the silent dark.
Welcome pilgrims to the manger, cold and dry and stark.
There to see the tiny baby sent to light the way.
In His warmth, eternal glory promised from this day.
Shining ever brightly, His light will not pale.
This candle is a symbol of God’s love which never fails.

© Lyn Hurry

BOO - ’RAY
Moses led the people to the Promised Land. From Egyptians they all had to flee ... (Boo!)
The Israelites escaped (but the Egyptians did not). God parted the waters of the sea ... (‘Ray!)
Daniel disobeyed the new law of prayer and was put into a filthy lions’ den ... (Boo!)
But God sent an angel to shut the lions’ mouths so Dan prospered and dreamed again ... (‘Ray!)
Herod ordered all boy babies to be killed to leave his own kingdom in no doubt ... (Boo!)
But Jesus was the Saviour born in Bethlehem and that’s what Christmas is about ... (‘Ray!)
The multitudes had gathered to hear Jesus speak. Five loaves and two fish was all to eat ... (Boo!)
Jesus blessed the food so there was much to spare. As a miracle that’s very hard to beat ... (‘Ray!)
Lazarus had died and was lying in the tomb. Four days all his friends stayed to mourn ... (Boo!)
Then Jesus came and cried: Lazarus, come forth, and he walked out like a man re-born ... (‘Ray!)
The Romans hung Jesus on a wooden cross and put a crown of thorns upon his head ... (Boo!)
But God had a plan for the saving of mankind. He raised his Son Jesus from the dead ... (‘Ray!)
Yes, He raised Christ Jesus from the dead.