There’s power in staying rooted,
In leaning into God’s word,
Where roots stretch deep in quiet places,
Unseen, but steady and sure.
The seed is planted in faith,
Watered with patience and trust,
No rush, no shortcuts—
Just the process of becoming.
It’s not flashy, not instant,
Not for those chasing quick results,
But for those willing to wait,
To trust, to grow, to endure.
Like the coconut tree that stands tall,
Bearing fruit all year long,
The waiting is hard, the work is slow,
But the harvest is always worth it.
- IfiokAbasi Okop
(c) 2025
Christ a poet 