What's Happened to "Family?"

I remember growing up in a Christian family.
We all seemed rather content, joyful and happy.

Things we're "going along rather well."
We loved each other...this I could tell!

I think of the special love of mom and dad.
As my parents... I was proud and glad!

Over the many years that rolled on by.
Something began to happen... I  don't know why.

Our deep love became replaced
 with many "excuses."
The relationships filled with " harsh words and bruises."

This family I once held so dear to my heart.
Began to "unravel and fall apart."

Our love for another seemed to become bitter and cold.
Even to this day, as we're "getting old."

Everywhere... it is evident and appearing.
The family as a unit is fast disappearing.

We must come together and remove bitterness.
And walk in God's love and forgiveness!

We need to appreciate one another
-in spite of our faults!
Standing together on God's principles
 brings good results!

If we insist on "going our separate ways."
We'll be sorry-one of these days!

The family-a unit our God has put together.
Needs to be rooted in his love...both now and forever!

His love needs to be the glue that binds us as one.
Blessing every mom and dad...
 daughter and son!

By Jim Pemberton