I Pray for a World- A Poem by David Ritter

“I Pray for a World” is a heartfelt plea for a harmonious and just society. With raw emotion, the poet expresses a deep longing for a world free from prejudice, violence, and inequality. The poem serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges we face and the urgent need for unity and compassion.

I Pray for a World

I pray for a world where I can belong
Where all are welcome and all get along
One with peace and happiness too
Full of love and many thank you’s
A place you’re not judged for the color of skin
A door wide open for all to come in
A place you can be all that you can be
While remaining loyal and being free
Where right overcomes all that is wrong
I pray for a world where I can belong

I pray for a world where I can belong
Where life is one long happy song
A place that wants to help each other
You’re more than a friend you’re a brother
Where only our God can control our fate
Not a coward who thrives on nothing but hate
A place where good defeats the bad
And you’re full of joy and never sad
A place you can always remain strong
I pray for a world where I can belong

I pray for a world where I can belong
I thought I had found it but I was wrong
I lived in a country that was full of sin
that refused to let the homeless come in
Where people learn to harm each other
Rather than love and help one another
Where hate is around each day of the week
And you’re killed for the peace that you seek
People are divided and don’t get along
I pray for a world where I can belong

David Ritter 10/28/18

Memories for Keeps includes captivating poems like “Gone Fishing,” “One Day to Live,” “The Fork in the Road,” and “Lost at Sea.” Dive into the pages and let your heart wander! Available for download or print on Amazon. For additional poetry collections and products, you can contact me directly at rittersrhymeandreason@gmail.com or visit the stores listed below. Memorial picture frames and books can also be found at my Etsy Store!!! CLICK HERE

  1. Faith Christian Stores
    • Address: 4463 Miller Rd, Flint, MI 48507
    • Phone: (810) 516-0706
  2. Amazin’ Mitten
    • Address: 646 S Main St, Frankenmuth, MI 48734
    • Phone: (989) 262-8010
  3. ONLINE SHOP NOW OPEN!!! CLICK HERE

MEMORIES FOR KEEPS

A collection of poetry that reveals one man’s feelings about the world around him. With spirituality the centerpiece of most of his writings, the author touches the hearts and minds of readers with hope, peace, love, humility, wisdom, and wit. While tackling topics ranging from grief to fatherhood, from addictions to friendships, this writer captures the essence of a born-again, alcoholic dad who is grateful to have finally found serenity in life. Today, through this collection of both old and new works, he shares that serenity with you!

BOTTLED MEMORIES

These stand-alone poems were written over many years. While individually they describe the conflicts associated with alcoholism, when read together they reveal a more complete picture of the destruction, depression, and chaos of addiction, as well as the peace, hope, and joy of recovery. Although most of these poems pertain to my life, it is my hope that other people will relate to them also. It’s not only my story but the story of so many others.

Image by stokpic from Pixabay

One comment

Leave a Reply