We who preach the gospel must not think of ourselves as public relations agents sent to establish good will between Christ and the world. We must not imagine ourselves commissioned to make Christ acceptable to big business, the press, the world of sports or modern education. We are not diplomats but prophets, and our message is not a compromise but an ultimatum. A.W. Tozer
Therefore let God-inspired Scripture decide between us; and on whichever side be found doctrines in harmony with the word of God, in favor of that side will be cast the vote of truth. --Basil of Caesarea
Once you learn to discern, there's no going back. You will begin to spot the lie everywhere it appears.

I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has strengthened me, because He considered me faithful, putting me into service. 1 Timothy 1:12

Sunday, May 8, 2022

The Weaver


This poem was cited in a book I read; it is thought-provoking as well as accurate.


The Weaver

by Grant Colfax Tullar (1869-1950)


My life is but a weaving
Between my God and me.
I cannot choose the colours
He weaveth steadily.


Oft’ times He weaveth sorrow;
And I in foolish pride
Forget He sees the upper,
And I the underside.


Not ’til the loom is silent
And the shuttles cease to fly,
Will God unroll the canvas
And reveal the reason why.


The dark threads are as needful
In the weaver’s skillful hand,
As the threads of gold and silver
In the pattern He has planned.


He knows, He loves, He cares;
Nothing this truth can dim.
He gives the very best to those
Who leave the choice to Him.


2 comments:

Mary said...

Thanks for posting this beautiful poem, Glenn. As a woman who loves textiles, yarn, and threads, it really speaks to me. I learn so much from your postings. Thank you for helping us separate the lies and untruths from the truth.

Glenn E. Chatfield said...

Hi Mary,

Thanks for visiting.

My wife is an excellent seamstress and she also liked the poem; she first heard part of it while watching a special about Corrie Ten Boom, but I didn't know that until I read the poem to her from the book I was reading.

I'm thankful that my blog helps you to learn things. :)