Love on

I've been misunderstood oft' times;
Had people turn their backs on me before - this wouldn't be a first.
I've been called worse names, frowned upon by uglier people.
Been doubted, been ignored,
Laughed at by prettier teeth.
But I've been loved on beyond the hate,
Cared for beyond the neglect.
My tears have been wiped by cleaner hands and
I've been smiled upon by prettier smiles.
I've heard the words "I love you" whispered too many beautiful mornings by a loving God, to even complain over long nights wondering why the scorn.
Been loved on by God too many days of my life to hate.
Promised too much good to cry about the bad.
He's built too many bridges for my safe passage in order for me to not be drowned.
He's helped me climb too many hills & mountains in order for me not to be torn down.
So laugh on, hate on, doubt on, frown on while I continue to love and be loved on.

L8r:
~faithful