Poems by Abimbola T. Alabi

1 - 10 of 51

Sort Poems

This Brand New Day
- Published: March 2018
A Morning Prayer

in Prayer Poems

This brand new day I go in faith,
But I know not what lies in wait,
So dear God, this morning I pray,
Take control and lead the way.

This brand new day I go in faith,
But I know not what lies in wait,
So dear God, this morning I pray,
Take control and lead the way.

I do not see with these two eyes,
I cannot tell where danger lies.
Please, dear Lord, be my guide.
Let me not stray from Your side.

Show me today the journeys to make.
Steer me on the right paths to take.
Grant me grace to discern your will,
For when to strive and when to be still.

Help me to love and trust You more
And radiate Your love to my neighbor.
Then bring me back safe and sound,
And let my praise for You abound.

Amen.
More...
Go To Complete Poem
- Stories 1
- Shares 4129
- Favorited 81
- Votes 512
- Rating 4.61
Featured Shared Story

An inspiring poem that filled me with faith and hope in our heavenly father. I really enjoyed reading this poem and prayer.

Touched by the poem? Share your story! (1)

When I Think About My Mum
- Published: May 2019
Appreciating A Mother's Love

in Mother Poems

When I think about my mum,
I just can't help but smile;
The beauty of her loving heart,
The easy grace in her style.

When I think about my mum,
I just can't help but smile;
The beauty of her loving heart,
The easy grace in her style.

She lovingly instilled in me,
Those values that made me strong,
And never stops being there,
My best friend since I was young.

When I think about my mum,
I just can't help but smile;
She's been an angel from the start,
Gentle, wise and versatile.

She always seems to know,
When things aren't going too well,
Even when I try to pretend,
Just a glance and she can tell.

When I think about my mum,
I just can't help but smile;
Her own troubles she'd set apart,
To go for me an extra mile.

She sometimes worries too much,
I guess it's just the way mums are.
If she doesn't, well, who will?
That's why she's my superstar.
More...
Go To Complete Poem
- Stories 2
- Shares 5347
- Favorited 52
- Votes 468
- Rating 4.59
Featured Shared Story

The poem projects the image of a truly loving mother. Irrespective of caste and creed mothers are always ready to make sacrifices for their children. It is a universally accepted truth. I...

Read complete story

Touched by the poem? Share your story! (2)
Carry Me
- Published: August 2022
In His Loving Arms

in Prayer Poems

I run to You with my hurts and fears,
Carry me, Lord, in Your unfailing love.
When no one really understands or cares,
I run to You with my hurts and fears.

I run to You with my hurts and fears,
Carry me, Lord, in Your unfailing love.
When no one really understands or cares,
I run to You with my hurts and fears.
And my anxiety disappears,
As Your peace descends from above.
I run to you with my hurts and fears,
Carry me, Lord, in your unfailing love.
More...
Go To Complete Poem
- Stories 0
- Shares 119
- Favorited 2
- Votes 35
- Rating 4.57
My Victory Song
- Published: May 2019
Finding Strength In God

in Faith Poems

God's love sets me free.
This is my victory song.
His grace is sufficient for me.
It is what keeps me strong.

God's love sets me free.
This is my victory song.
His grace is sufficient for me.
It is what keeps me strong.

For I'm no perfect man,
And on my own cannot prevail.
Sometimes doing the best I can,
Even will seem to no avail.

Had my share of heartaches,
Sometimes wondering to what end.
Made my share of mistakes.
Over this, I can't pretend.

The struggles may increase,
But it's no cause for alarm.
God's thoughts to me are of peace,
To nurture and not to harm.

I forge on quite resolved.
God's at work in me for the best.
I am flawed but fiercely loved,
And He is not finished yet.

God's perfect plan for me,
I may not fully understand.
But trusting, obeying, I'm grateful to be,
Handled in His loving hand.
More...
Go To Complete Poem
- Stories 1
- Shares 2767
- Favorited 48
- Votes 386
- Rating 4.55
Featured Shared Story

I love this poem! So well written and very powerful.

Touched by the poem? Share your story! (1)

A Place To Be
- Published: August 2022
Poem About Being At Ease

in Short Poems

Ever gotten there?
To that place where
You have nothing to prove
and can just be.

Ever gotten there?
To that place where
You have nothing to prove
and can just be.
Nothing to hide
and all can see.
Nothing to lose
and so you can breathe.
Right in that place where
you know you're free.
More...
Go To Complete Poem
- Stories 0
- Shares 70
- Favorited 4
- Votes 29
- Rating 4.55
My True Friend

Top 500 126
- Published: December 2017
Pricelessness Of A True Friend

in True Friend Poems

You always answer when I call
And help me up if I should fall,
But you never complain at all,
My true friend.

You always answer when I call
And help me up if I should fall,
But you never complain at all,
My true friend.

You confront me when I am wrong
But will never scold me for long,
Instead, you try to keep me strong,
My true friend.

You know the funny things to say
To make me laugh my fears away.
Like the sun, you brighten my day,
My true friend.

You see in me gifts I deny
And urge me to give things a try.
You spread for me my wings to fly,
My true friend.

You always perceive what I need
And offer it before I plead.
Just like a book, my mind you read,
My true friend.

You value little things I do
But won't brag of what you do too.
How can I ever repay you,
My true friend?

And greatest of all I have found
When times are tough and I'm down,
You are the one who sticks around,
My true friend.

More...
Go To Complete Poem
- Stories 10
- Shares 21628
- Favorited 149
- Votes 1926
- Rating 4.53
Featured Shared Story

I absolutely love this poem and truly hope you shared it with the friend you wrote it to. Although my experience with this sort of thing has not been very lucky (maybe it's because my poem...

Read complete story

Touched by the poem? Share your story! (10)
Just Who You Are
- Published: December 2019
A Neighbor's Kindness

in Thank You Friend Poems

You've got quite an easy style
with a tender heart to match,
and how you'd wear a cheerful smile
then that kindly voice attach.

You've got quite an easy style
with a tender heart to match,
and how you'd wear a cheerful smile
then that kindly voice attach.
You are a joy to behold,
even when the times are tough.
You offer a hand to hold
whenever the road seems rough.
You are thoughtful with advice
when you have some to share
and would show up in a trice
when you're needed to be there.
You are an angel, that much is true.
Thanks so much for just being you.
More...
Go To Complete Poem
- Stories 1
- Shares 1324
- Favorited 50
- Votes 128
- Rating 4.52
Featured Shared Story

There was a time when I no longer believed in best friends. I had been heartbroken by a primary school friend and had lost all hope. One day I met a girl who is my best friend now. She has...

Read complete story

Touched by the poem? Share your story! (1)
She's Our Hero
- Published: September 2021
A Mother's Pricelessness

in Mother Poems

She does her battles quietly,
For her kids, on her knees.
Spending many sleepless nights,
So our lives can be with ease.

She does her battles quietly,
For her kids, on her knees.
Spending many sleepless nights,
So our lives can be with ease.

She takes on our troubles,
While leaving her own behind.
In the midst of stress and strain,
Will still manage to be kind.

She is a calming presence,
For acquaintances far and near.
Will be sought to settle issues,
Whenever hot tempers flare.

She is that ray of sunshine,
Making our home bright and warm.
She is that steady anchor,
When life seems a raging storm.

Easy strength runs in her frame,
Tenderness, within her core.
No matter how little she gets,
Always giving more and more.

She never needs a sidekick,
Fancy clothes really aren't her thing.
But mummy is a superhero,
A magnificent human being.
More...
Go To Complete Poem
- Stories 1
- Shares 191
- Favorited 11
- Votes 46
- Rating 4.52
Featured Shared Story

Abimbola T. Alabi, you are a wonderful poet. I have read your poetry, love the "work" poem, as well. I can tell you write from the heart and through experiences, which makes for the best...

Read complete story

Touched by the poem? Share your story! (1)

Lifeline
- Published: January 2020
The Power In Prayer

in Prayer Poems

Prayer is the breath
That revives my soul.
Prayer is the balm
That makes my spirit whole.

Prayer is the breath
That revives my soul.
Prayer is the balm
That makes my spirit whole.
Prayer is my path
Into the realm up above.
Prayer is the wave
That fills my heart with love.
Prayer is the key
That opens the bolted door.
It is the battle plan
When I find myself at war.
Prayer is the gift
That I send a distant friend.
It's prayer, the lifeline
I will use right to the end.
More...
Go To Complete Poem
- Stories 0
- Shares 697
- Favorited 19
- Votes 114
- Rating 4.52
Good Deeds
- Published: March 2022
The Essence Of Goodness

in Religious Poems

The good deeds that I do
Are not what can save my soul.
That's not why I do them,
It should never be the goal.

The good deeds that I do
Are not what can save my soul.
That's not why I do them,
It should never be the goal.

I will never do enough.
For my failings, I can't atone.
All my righteousness is found
In Christ, the Lord alone.

He's made me brand new,
And all my sins, He did remove.
I do not need to act noble,
I've got nothing to prove.

Let me do them to produce
The one thing that really matters -
Not admiration for myself,
But a yearning for God in others.

So each time I try to do good,
Dear Lord, please take control.
With humility and purity of heart,
Help me remember the goal.
More...
Go To Complete Poem
- Stories 0
- Shares 160
- Favorited 1
- Votes 37
- Rating 4.51

1 - 10 of 51

About Family Friend Poems

Experience Established in 2006, we are one of the longest running online poetry publishers. We have a rich history of publishing popular and high quality contemporary poems not available elsewhere. Our longevity highlights our dedication to poetry and our continued success as a poetry publisher.
Respected We are very good at publishing contemporary poems that readers love. It's our specialty. In fact, many well-known websites republish our poems in lists with titles such as "50 Must-Read Best Poems".
Our top 100 poems

More About Family Friend Poems

Quote Of The Day

Our favorite lines of poetry

View More

Seasonal Poetry Collections