THE PRIDE TEST

I lived my life to bring reward to me,

and me alone;

I wanted so a star to be,

always to be well-known.

I went to church and did the 'things'

to make me seem so good;

I helped out people with their work

around my neighborhood.

I did these things to bring acclaim,

and thought 'how great I am'!

I passed the pride test on my own

but failed the final exam.

I went my way, doing what I wished,

gave Christ no lasting say.

Then came the time that we all dread

that day!  That judgment day!

I stood before Jehovah God

and bowed my head in shame.

For ne'er had I called upon the Lord  never claimed the Savior's name.

So here I stand before my God

sunk low, distressed I am.

I passed the pride test on my own

but failed the final exam.

Not once did I do anything

to bring a soul to Him;

Or tell another of His love

or strive for Christ to win.

I went to church on Sunday,

then lived for the world each day.

From Monday until Saturday

I followed my own way.

So Heaven I will never see;

my life's been one big sham;

I passed the pride test on my own

but failed the final exam.

My friend, please listen up right now

for I have much to say.

Don't waste your life on trifles;

come to Christ this very day.

Sweet peace will be yours, contentment,

too, for He gives His very best

To those who love and serve Him;

from your burdens you'll find rest.

Give Him your all, don't wait around;

He's still the great "I AM"!

Don't pass the pride test on your own

then fail the final exam.

Virginia Hite Quibodeaux

3/16/2010