by Butch Evans | Mar 17, 2015 | Family, Personal, Poetry
A while back, I noticed something about my Dad. His knees had HUGE callouses on them. Because I know him, I was instantly aware of where these callouses came from. As I thought about that, this poem began to form in my mind. I can think of no greater way to...
by Butch Evans | Mar 12, 2015 | Bible, Personal, Poetry
This poem was written in August 5, 2007. I heard a sermon that Sunday about realistic evangelistic goals. The sermon was based on Matthew 9:35-38, which reads: Jesus traveled through all the towns and villages of that area, teaching in the synagogues and announcing...
by Butch Evans | Mar 8, 2015 | Bible, Personal, Poetry
Written in 2003, this is among my favorite poems. The meaning of this poem to me is very personal and difficult to express in words. Please leave a note if it touches you as well. Haven’t I Told You? 2003 I beseeched the Lord in prayer one time, “I am...
by Butch Evans | Mar 7, 2015 | Bible, Personal, Poetry
This poem was one of my early attempts at poetry. Written in May of 1999, it is not what I consider my best work, but I like it. Feel free to comment and let me know if you like it or not. An Easter Story May 1, 1999 Darkness…Stillness..A void, without form....
by Butch Evans | Mar 5, 2015 | Personal, Poetry
Another poem written during the darkest time of my life. When I cannot speak to God, He steps in and speaks on my behalf. God really does know what I need…even when I do not know how to express it. Also important are those Christian brothers and sisters who...
by Butch Evans | Mar 5, 2015 | Personal, Poetry
In August of 2014, my wife and I were separated. This is one of the most painful things I have ever endured. One of the painful realities of that period was the difficulty I had in expressing my hurt to God. This poem came from that pain: Conversations with My God...
by Butch Evans | Aug 24, 2014 | Poetry
My FIRST poem written in 1999. Twas the very first Christmas, in Bethlem, Judea The scene of Christ’s coming, God’s wondrous idea. The people were coming, the inns quickly filled. They’d come to be taxed, as Caeser had willed. Joseph and Mary, she...
by Butch Evans | Aug 24, 2014 | Poetry
Acrostic isn’t really my “best” poetry, however I like this one. Written 11-25-1999 T hank you, God, for . . . H earing the prayers of your people whom you have A dopted through the blood of your Son, who has promised to N ever leave us nor forsake...
by Butch Evans | Aug 24, 2014 | Poetry
This poem is about one of my favorite verses in the scripture. I wrote it in 1999. I Know He is There 1999 I know He is there, because I can see the work of His hand. He created the universe by His word. A Holy command. Just look at the stars and moon. What a...
