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The times we live in (Vol 2 No 53)
These can be favoured times when life has dignity,
When rule of law and human rights breed liberty;
If justice is pursued,
If truth is not subdued,
If we decide to live in peace and harmony.
These can be troubled times when God’s reign is denied,
If war and conflict are propelled by greed and pride;
When grossly rich want more
And thus deprive the poor,
When evil bombs kill innocent through suicide.
These can be thrilling times when progress can give hope,
If answers found excite and give us strength to cope;
When knowledge can be free,
When science helps us see,
Yes. Ridding life of sickness is within our scope.
God is within our times and prompts us to undo
The tragedies of yester-year and then pursue
The peaceful and the fair
By action and by prayer;
God’s reign continues in our times through what we do.
Tune Leoni AHB 7,53 TiS 102,125,473
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