A Mother’s Heart
By: Naa Doodua Doodu To all the mothers, who give with all their hearts, Devoting love right from the very start. You’d brave the storms, to see your child thrive, A selfless love, that keeps us all alive. You’re dad, mom, advisor, role model, and guide, A constant presence, always by our side. Through every […]
At the Crossroads of the Heart
By: Naa Doodua Doodo The deepest regret a heart may bear, Is yielding to one we hold most dear. A lifetime of pain, a wound so true, A choice that haunts, forever anew. Our choices shape the path we tread, Fear and doubt cloud the thoughts in our heads. Hasty decisions, born of haste, Bring […]
A Holy Night of Grace
By: Naa Doodua Doodu A virgin wept; her time drew near, Her heart weighed heavy with trembling fear. From door to door, no refuge found, No place to rest on holy ground. A faithful husband by her side, In love and strength, their fears he tried. The inns were full, the night grew cold, Yet […]
Yuletide Renewal
By: Naa Doodua Doodu Joy to the world, faith’s anthem we sing, Hope fulfilled, as joy takes wing. Another year, with hearts that cheer, We await the Messiah, the King most dear. The Great I Am, so mighty, so grand, Born humbly in a manger, by divine hand. Conceived of grace, through a virgin’s might, […]
A Cry to God
By: Naa Doodua Doodu I know You’re watching over me, Hearing my cries, though silent You seem to be. Is this, too, a form of reply? I wonder, am I truly Your child? Is it not my turn to feel Your grace, To see blessings flow, to find my place? Why must my path be […]
When Hope is Lost
By Naa Doodua Doodu At times when all hope is gone, I lose my reason. Looking back on all I’ve endured, surrender feels near. I wish God would take this cup from me— Yet not my will, but may His will be done. Suffering and pain are my daily companions, While joy feels distant, like […]
When The Baobab Whispers
By: Don Pax Yesterday, I laughed at the elders Who poured palm wine on earth Speaking to shadows. Today, I find myself Counting your footprint in the dust. The market women say I am touched When they see me pause By your favorite yam stand, Testing the weight of words You will never test. My […]
Unbroken Gift
By: Naa Doodua Doodu Love is the daily meal I serve, But tears are the price I’ve paid, it’s hard to endure. Am I not worth the same kind of love I show? My heart pierced with thorns, despite all I’ve done to make it grow. Why make me feel not good enough when others […]
The Dried Well: When Faith Runs Dry
By: Don Pax Like travelers who pass by a flowing spring, We barely notice the gift each day brings. Our souls at one point full of wonder and grace, Now glance through life’s surface at a fast pace. The well of essence, once so clear and pure, Daily neglect slowly grows incomprehensible. We chase the […]
Redemption’s Timing
By Naa Doodua Doodu When all hope seemed lost, and I was going down, You stretched Your hand and rescued me, turning it around. You gave me a reason for Your persistent “no”, Showing me it was the best answer, though I didn’t know. You had something good in store, and delivered it in time, […]