The feelings of hell, the feelings of heaven

by Joel Howard

Wondered what you feel in hell?

That you are an astonishment

A waste, something to be mocked

A byword, an object of talk from others

An object of dismay, a consternation

Filled with anxiety and horror non-stop

at something unexpected

Full of distresses, disquieted,

In alarm constantly, panic unending and uncontrolled

Feeling like a satire, An object of remark

The feelings of heaven are the opposite;

That you are beloved, secure

That you are worthwhile, someone to be praised

Having a name, belonging and not questioned by others

Wonderfully made, eternally satisfied

Full of joy and rest forever

set upon streets of gold and a good foundation

Not worried about anything, able to stop constantly

Calm, well-fed, and not surprised, only amazed by

the goodness of God the Father and Christ the Son

Feeling like you are a part of a grand story

written by God himself

An object of God's compassion, grace and everlasting affection in Christ Jesus

Year Four