He has been called many names and Pastor
And because he speaks mighty well, an Orator
Listening to him, you can’t be satisfied with status quo
That results in time-wasting and unnecessary fiasco
It would seem his waking moments beckon with much action
Trying to capture it, he Calls for a Performing Generation
One known to have fought many battles to be here
Constantly says Something is About To Happen, don’t fear!
Yesterday, the accolades poured and I wondered
Should such a one be celebrated but once I pondered.
Today, I acknowledge him as one who bares himself
As he works the call upon his life, taking others from the shelf
I dwell in awe of one who truly loves his Asaba-Ijebu Princess
And misses no opportunity to let us know this essence.
As we appreciate you again soon,
May you hold the words we say (though not often), as true.
For indeed… you have not just been a Mentor, Life-Coach, Father
But also a Prophet, Priest, Leader, Transformer and we seek no other!
©2016. Frances Kelvin Otung. All rights reserved
6 replies on “Celebrating Pastor Paul”
Queen, reading this reminds me of watching ‘Selma’ ‘The Butler’ – Black churches in these movies were more like home to people, where they conceive ideas to fight injustice and encourage call to be a responsible brethren.
I like this ‘Calls for a Performing Generation’ – someone that awakens our consciousness is worth celebrating!
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Thank you my Queen for celebrating him with me. The two highlights are the books he has written. I tried to fuse it into the poem. It’s really a transformation arena with Pastor Paul
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That’s quite a tribute Frances, beautifully written.
Leslie
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Thank you Leslie. He deserves every tribute he got and gets. You can’t listen to him or talk with him and not want to do something about what is going on in your life or situation.
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Beautiful words to celebrate and honor Pastor Paul on his birthday. What a blessing to have someone like him in your circle.
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Thank you Ma’am. He is a blessing and we love him and what/Who he represents. I am blessed I tell you.
So good to read your comments. Trust you are doing well.
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