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Haiku of Hope and Heaven

 


 




Haiku of Hope and Heaven. A Free Encouraging Poetry Book









Copyright


Copyright: Alison Lawrence 2023.

"Haiku of Hope and Heaven" is the intellectual property of Alison Lawrence.


Cover photo credit: Thomas Despeyroux. Unsplash











Dedication



To my sister, Venetia Sweatman. Thanks for always being there for me.




"Though wilt shew me the path of life: in Thy presence is fullness of joy; 

At Thy right hand there are pleasures forevermore."

Psalm 16: 11 (KJV)











Contents






Haiku of Hope and Heaven

Copyright

Dedication

Contents

Leaning

Gardening

Late Lambs

Simple

Looking Forward

All

Refuge

Love Land

Jesus Joy

True Wealth

Sparrow

Building Up

Lighthouse

Call On Him

All I Need













Leaning



When my heart is full


of troubles, aches and trials


I lean more on You








Gardening



I didn't know then:


when I put the seeds to bed


birds would flit and feast











Late Lambs



I had two late lambs


doctor gave solemn warning


but God knit them well












Simple



My life is simple


no awards hang on the wall


but I am loved









Looking Forward



I do without now


patient in His love and care


I know Heaven waits











All



So many things abound


they cannot come close to God


my joy is in you










Refuge



An arbour of green


sweetest song and fruitful peace


A refuge is He













Love Land



How lovely this place


a love filled land so peaceful


where God counsels me










Jesus Joy




In joy filled beauty


my plate and cup abounding


because of Jesus











True Wealth



My wealth is hidden


in golden heavenly home


and within my heart











Sparrow



Soft little brown bird


gently trusts what You have said


he is seen and fed












Building Up



My home needs building


not wrecking and tearing down


It needs Jesus' love












Lighthouse



This little dwelling


has heavenly potential


to radiate love











Call On Him



My God will answer


in the cool, quiet morning


noon, or end of day











All I Need



I quiet busy thoughts


and lay aside my idols


satisfied at last







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