Author's Note: The inspiration for this poem initially came from Chris Rice's song I See the Moon, as reflected in the first two lines. However, the poem's meaning is different from that of his song. It was written a while back, when I was going through a hard time and helped to remind me to keep my eyes on Jesus, who is always true and faithful, and was always there for me.

Disclaimer: I do not own the copyrights to the Bible, nor do I own Chris Rice's song.

Illusions

I see the moon,

The moon sees me,

A mirror of reflection

Of desires unrealized.


My ears strain to hear

The sought after sounds-

Laughter and friendship,

Wellness and fulfillment.


Ever so solid in mind's eye,

Wishes of a lifetime

Caught in the span

Of a minute's impressions.


Echoes of a distant dream,

So vivid in the moon's beam,

Faded away in an instant,

As in a life past.


Bitter disappointment left,

Will-o-the-wisp of a strange land,

Ramblings of moonstruck heart

Given way to heartache.


Now a shattered dream,

Bleeding shards of glass,

I turn my gaze upward,

Beyond the desolation.


What do I see?

When illusive dreams fade

And hopes are torn,

What is left?


In bleak, barren skies,

From the four corners

Of Earth's constant foundation,

There is engraved, a cross.


Soaked in the blood

Of the One who gave His all,

Jesus Christ, Son of God,

Born of Spirit and flesh.


"Greater love hath no man than this,

That a man lay down his life

For his friends,"

As Jesus did for us all.


Beginning and the End,

Alpha and Omega-

"Never will I leave you

Nor forsake you."


Promises sure, ever true,

Beyond deceptive sight of my heart,

My soul's Shelter, my High Tower,

No illusion in You, my Savior and my Lord.

Author's Note: Thanks for taking the time to read this poem. Constructive criticism and comments are always welcome, so please review!