Cross Over

Let’s cross over to the other side, He said.
Quiet night. Many scrambling for a place
Watching intently for the long and short hands to meet
Vertically upward as the bells chime a new day. A new year.

What does the future hold?
What shall the living latch onto?
Hurriedly you say your prayers
As sleep beckons to your weary eyes
The spirit is willing, the flesh screams, “You can’t!”
Yielded to the power of sleep, a temporary surrender,
O Ye sluggard! Awake from thine sleep and slumber,
Mighty giants! Stir from your slumber, your purpose awaits!

Policies and proclamations filling the air, a call to action ringing out,
Open the Book! Open the Book!! They scream from eternal realm,
The pages whisper the ancient Truth.
The Voice shouts from eternal realm, a resounding command,
Get on your feet! To the other side.
He awaits with scroll in His Hand, a message of redemption,
Run like a sprinter, with purpose and unwavering focus,
Grab the scroll, the key to unlocking eternal truth,
Food for the belly, belly for food.

No! He is not destroying yet, but offering a hope,
Cross over to the other side, a destined path.
Miracles! Calming the storm, a demonstration of power,
Madness disappeared, replaced by wholeness and peace.
Relief to the troubled soul, a balm for wounded spirits,
The blood cease flowing, healing and restoration manifest.
Jarius! See thy daughter alive! A testament to resurrection power.

Cross over to the other side.
They prayed. The earth shook, a sign of divine intervention,
Signs and wonder through His Son, evidence of His presence,
His Hand stretches to heal, offering comfort and restoration,
Boldness to speak, empowered by the Spirit. Shall we?

Eat the scroll, son of man! The being shouted.
Consume the word and run!
Cross over, beyond the familiar and comfortable,
Don’t slack, maintain your focus and purpose,
Let Him have His way, surrender to His divine leading.

I’m ready to go, a declaration of commitment,
Are you? A call to join the journey.
Saddle my bag, prepare for the mission,
Shod my feet, ready for the path ahead,
Don’t forget the scroll! The source of wisdom and strength,
Arise unto holiness, a call to consecration,
His words in my mouth, proclaiming His truth,
His signs and wonders in my hand, empowered to perform His works,
His name in my mouth, invoking His power and authority,
His words in my heart, dwelling deep within my soul.
Don’t eat it! He screamed, a deceiver.
Get thee behind me! Resist him and he will flee from thee.
The Word of life is sweet to my belly,
Food indeed to make whole and deliver.

Run! Run!! Run!!! With urgency and purpose.
Upon the mountain proclaim, declare His message to all,
The glad tiding, the good news of salvation,
Heal the sick, minister to those in need,
Raise the dead, awaken those lost in spiritual darkness,
The dead? I wonder.
Yes! Dead in spirit, separated from God,
That know not His Son, unaware of His saving grace.
Wake them up! He screamed, a passionate plea for redemption,
My Words, Spirit and life, the source of eternal life,
Giveth life to the dead, restoring the sinner,
Eternal life, the promise of everlasting communion with God.

Wake them up! He screamed, a relentless call to action.
Yes, sir! A willing response to the divine command.
Rise and run for Me! A commission to serve with zeal.
Yes, sir! Like a solider with an affirmation of commitment.

Cross the rivers, the jungle, overcome all obstacles,
How beautiful your feet, bearing the message of hope,
Twinkling stars cheering, celestial witnesses to your journey,
Go for us! An eternal plea from the Ancient and His hosts.
We’ve got the cloud of witness cheering on, encouraging along the way,
Don’t stop, don’t despair, persevere through faith trials and tribulations,
By brook Cherith, rise, find strength and sustenance in solitude,
Run, son of man! Fulfill your calling.

Strength like eagles, an unwavering source of power,
Soaring upon high places, transcending earthly limitations,
Spreading His glory and grace, radiating His love to the world,
Oh! communion of His Spirit, a deep and intimate connection,
Sweetness of His Son, the joy of His presence,
Love of His Father, an unconditional and unwavering embrace,
Eternal glory, the ultimate reward for faithful servants.

Run! Run!! Run!!! With unwavering devotion.
They are waiting for thee, anticipating your arrival,
Go! Go!! They cheer, urging us forward,
The Father waiting, with open arms and a heart full of love,
Performing signs and wonders, confirming His word with power,
Confirming His words, validating His promises,
Son glorified, His sacrifice not in vain,
Nor death in vain but life, resurrection and eternal hope,
Cross over to the other side, to eternal communion with Him,
He awaits with royal robe, a symbol of honor and authority,
Accomplishing His own desires, fulfilling His divine plan,
Thank you for all, my heart filled with gratitude,
Time to go for Him again and again, a clarion call to His service,
And make Him grin with delight, bringing joy to His heart,
Delight of the Lord shall perform these, His joy empowers our actions,
Jesus, my Lord and Savior! Our ultimate hope and redemption.