Contemplations

ESTHER IS CROWNED QUEEN FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS (From the book of Esther) The king of Persia ruled many lands, But he also liked to party. He was celebrating with many one day, And told them to party hearty. Queen Vashti had a separate one, That included only women. They would be away from the drunkenness, That was usual among the men. During the party the king got drunk, Then gave an order to the queen. To wear just a crown and parade around, He wanted her beauty to be seen. The queen was quite insulted, So she refused to obey. The king was so angry he wanted her punished, He just had to think of a way. Before acting, he sought advice. He was told his wife should be banished. Another should take her place; After that, the queen just vanished. One young and beautiful girl, From every province in the land, Was made a part of his harem; He would choose a wife on demand. In the land lived Mordecai, a Jew; And one day

MISSION ABORTED (Based in part on Psalm 139:13-15, Jer. 1:5) I was formed in my mother’s womb, Fearfully and wonderfully made. From the moment of my conception, My groundwork was carefully laid. Disguised as an angel, Satan entered the scene. My mom listened to his voice. He whispered, “Kids are a burden,” Then offered her a choice. My mission from God went unfulfilled, His plan for me was thwarted. Not one of my days came to be, For my mother had me aborted. Mom now grieves her decision, While Satan gloats from his lair. Though I am in heaven, safe in God’s arms, Mom’s arms have been left bare. Becky Wall