The Ultimate Revelation

In times past God has spoken
In disclosure of Himself
Through creation, law, history, poetry
And the prophets about Himself,

Fragmented, splintered, fractional
But the message was incomplete.
God has never kept silent
Even though the message was deplete.

And God desiring to be heard,
“Has spoken to us by His Son.”
The new age of God had dawned
In Christ Jesus His beloved Son.

Speaking with authority He says,
“I am come that you might have life.”
In the fullness of time, God spoke
Through His Son for in Him was life.

Of the universe He is Creator,
“For by Him all things were created.”
The container of the contained,
The Heir of all things appointed.

Alongside the Father “He is the
The radiance of God’s glory.”
The fullness of God dwells in Him.
In flesh He shares God’s glory,

God has exalted Him above every
Name that every knee should bow,
Every tongue confess Jesus as Lord;
For man there is no greater vow.

                 (c) Rex H. Henderson 2003

 “Sweetly My Soul Shall Rest”

 Like a vicious lion stalking prey
Satan buffets every passing day
The storms and pressures never cease
Weary and worn our battered race.

The centuries wreak with evil.
Across the world it takes its toll.
Creatures suffer in earthly tents
War, disease and death the goal.

Vexed, and wearily we groan.
In death no thanks or memory
Oh, that death be terminated
Come! Come! Redeeming glory.

Weary, worn and robbed by sin
Is there a final resting place
A safe haven where life begins
Free from sin and Satan’s disgrace?

Can it be that hope is vain,
To always be in restlessness?
Is there no rest for weary souls
Where immortal life would bless?

Oh, my soul! Look to Love and Grace
Look to Jesus Who prepares a place
“Come!” said He, “I’ll give you rest.”
Come, give up the earthly chase.

            And at last we’ll sing:
“Safe in the arms of Jesus,
Safe on His gentle breast,
There by His love o’er shaded
Sweetly my soul shall rest.”

  © 2003  Rex Henderson

 Lee and family so sorry for the loss of your precious father. I know you have enjoyed many wonderful years with him. We share your grief.  Hope you enjoy the poem.

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