The Truth Of Death

Death took my son one winter day
I had no choice, I was meant to stay
I died inside, not wanting hope
My soul was grounded, I could not cope
Time could not heal this broken heart,
I would not let it, he could not part!

Death took my son then came for me
But let me live, what a tragedy!
I let Death win, no strength to fight
I tried hanging on with all my might
It was no use, more determined than I
Little life left, just enough to cry
Tears and pain were a fact of life
Anger was gone leaving only strife

Death took my son, what could I do?
Submit, give in or turn to who?
My God was there, I chose not to see
He sent His angel to watch over me
She let me mourn to give me strength
And grieve I did at such great length
I couldn't be strong, No! Not alone,
Until I remembered, my son was home!
God showed me Death didn't have my son
If only I believed, "Thy will be done"

I gave my son to Death one day
I realize now, he could have stayed
I let Death in to destroy my home
Unaware how my faith would roam
God held me close and showed the way
To take back my life, with His help I prayed
Armed with His mercy, protected by love
I stood on my feet with strength from above
I slowly turned and stared Death in the face
And finally understood, I had left no space
For God to work His glory through me
The power, the strength, I must agree
Was always there, way deep within
To fight the battle I was meant to win!

Death is a lie, his life is NOT over
It is mis-leading, its just a cover
To make you think there's no control
When in truth, Gods on patrol
To guide you, lead you, if you allow
Although at first, you won't know how
He will not leave nor get disgusted
Because He knows you've always trusted
Whether you believed or not
He knows the faith your heart has got

I took my son from Death one day
And freed myself, my debt I paid
The grief and pain I gave to Jesus
To live my life which I know pleases
My son in heaven, My Father above
His peace descends on me like a dove
Although at times my hearts in pain
God has promised, I'll see him again

To my son Isaac
Written by
Terra Knipp
January 10, 2000