He Wanted Me
I gave Him my leaves, my fruit, and my bark.
He smiled at me as He graciously received them.
Then His smile changed to a very searching, knowing, stare.
“I want your tree,” He said.
I gave Him my tears.
He wanted my eyes.
I gave Him my walk.
He wanted my feet.
I gave Him my works.
He wanted my hands.
It was very clear now.
He wanted no less than me.
When I needed Him, He gave me the whole Tree of Life.
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