Hi, I'm Percy. I'm a South African poet, musician, author and Worship Pastor, who lives in Melbourne, Australia, with my wife and two daughters. I have published two poetry books - I Am Sold (2012) and Wings Of An Eagle (2016). You can get a copy from my website - www.percyspoems.com. I use poetry to encourage people and help them find hope in adversities. My faith and my family have provided much inspiration for my poems. I love hearing from my readers, so contact me and say hi! Percy
Friday, October 27, 2017
Jesus Dance Music & Poetry
Thursday, October 26, 2017
My Better Half
Tuesday, October 24, 2017
Church Unite!
Saturday, October 21, 2017
What are You Going Through?
I see you smiling, laughing and dancing,
I see you angry, yelling, complaining, what are you going through is what I'm asking?
People act for a certain reason,
Usually it's not what they are going through that season.
People who are smiling doesn't mean they don't have problems; it only last for a while,
In fact they can hide their problems in their smile,
Sometimes the most depressed people are laughing the loudest in the room,
Life is not what it seems; never assume.
Sometimes the most dancing person is just trying to shake off all the problems,
Trying to forget all the unending quarrels,
Sometimes holding hands with your partner doesn't mean that everything is perfect,
Somehow all life's problems for one mind conflict when they connect.
You don't have to pretend to the world,
Get help, be real, you will be healed by every wise word,
Facebook smiles should be exceeded by your real smiles,
People should sense your joy from miles.
Stop acting as if you are okay, if you are not,
Get out of the kitchen if the fire is too hot,
People I looked up to growing up had 99 problems like Jay Zee,
Really happy people can help you to be also free.
What are You Going Through?
Friday, October 20, 2017
The Battle of One
Out of all the people that can stop you from achieving your dreams, you are the only one,
If you can convince yourself that you can make it regardless of your situation then there will be none!
The Battle of One
Thursday, October 19, 2017
On My Day Off
I like to stay at home with my kids,
And set free the ribs of my ribs,
Let her go and do some shopping,
Without emptying the bank account, that's what I'm hoping.
I like to give my wife time without the little ones,
I'm sure she gets tired every time my older one runs,
I like to help grow her business,
Sometimes it's not easy in this busyness.
I like to take my kids outside for fresh air,
Before they even need me I'm already there,
The best way to make them smile is to smile first,
I give them something to quench their thirst.
There's nothing I love more than spending time with my family,
They are an integral part of me,
I'm daily overwhelmed by their cuteness,
I like to pick them cute things to dress.
My wife is the best woman I've ever known,
She deeply loves me and making sure that I'm never alone,
I love her to the moon and back,
We always have each other's back.
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Givers Gain
This doesn't make much sense until you start giving your time, your money, your love, your smile in fact yourself. 😊
The world taught us to receive,
Jesus taught us to give,
He taught us how to love well,
And to have great stories to tell.
Some people don't understand how can you gain the life that you give,
They don't understand how much peace you have if you forgive,
People just wanna know that you care,
When they are down, they want to know that you'll be there.
Sunday, October 15, 2017
Thank You
What a great evening we had on Sunday as we packed Village cinema in Knox! Thank you to everyone that came to watch the awesome movie! 😊
Saturday, October 14, 2017
The Rapture
Some people like to read the bible as just a nice book,
Some like to look at it just for argument's sake, forgetting what it took,
They like to change stories to suit themselves,
Make deceiving movies to fill up the shelves.
It's time for someone to speak the truth,
Raise a strong generation and a purposeful youth,
Challenge the status quo,
Tell people things they really need to know.
We are running out of time everyday,
We have to maximise it in every way,
Live from the place of joy and peace,
Be inspired to daily increase.
I know we've heard this one before,
But Jesus is still knocking at the door,
He wants you to open your heart,
That was His plan from the start.
People Jesus is really coming back,
He's coming for everyone who is a believer and to give feedback,
He's coming back whether we are ready or not,
His love is strong but the fire will also still be hot.
The Rapture
Friday, October 13, 2017
Smile
In this world there are many things people say,
Like a smile a day keeps the frown away,
If you're not smiling you're punishing your face I'd say,
So smile everyday 'cause somebody's life might depend on it! Go on! Here we go! That's the way. 😉
Thursday, October 12, 2017
What it Takes
We are all running a common race,
Trying to make sense of this place,
Always keeping a happy face,
Having endless dreams to chase,
What it Takes
On our way to the Sydney conference,
In our suits dressed with confidence,
Our past journey is our reference,
In the end with our families we will surely dance.
What it Takes
What does it take to stand amongst the system,
Giving all your strength amongst the team,
Going to bed each night with a massive dream,
Waking up in the morning and things are not how they seem.
What it Takes
Is the theme of the day,
I'm writing this poem on a plane on our way,
I can't wait to hear what they will say,
It's just the rules and the regulations we have to obey!
What it Takes
Wednesday, October 11, 2017
Keep Swinging the Bat
Keep your eyes on the ball,
Other distractions! Forget them all,
Keep your bat in the hitting position,
Hitting that small ball is your only mission.
Keep Swinging the Bat
Sometimes in life we worry too much,
We want to fix everything we touch,
There's nothing wrong with the bat in your hands,
Be there! Don't move! Hit it before it lands.
Keep Swinging the Bat
Keep going, never quit trying,
There's no use sitting there crying,
Forget about who didn't help you,
Don't worry about who doesn't support what you do.
Keep Swinging the Bat
You are more than enough,
Storms didn't blow you away 'cause you're tough,
Keep your eyes on your vision,
Soon enough you'll have your provision.
Keep Swinging the Bat
Monday, October 9, 2017
Pain and Passion
Sometimes your misery will lead you to your mission and your pain will push you towards your passion.
Sunday, October 8, 2017
Last Piece of the Puzzle
In life we grow up wanting to succeed,
We want a family, a home, job and all the other things we need,
Then we try to place them in order that we prefer,
If it doesn't happen that way we think that life is not fair.
Last Piece of the Puzzle
I remember the debates I had with my mates ages ago,
Telling them about the places I want to visit and to know,
They had different opinions on how things should be,
That's alright as long as we are all happy and free.
Last Piece of the Puzzle
I'm happy with how things turned out in my life,
I travelled the world then I married my wife,
We travelled together, had kids and travelled some more,
Then we bought a house to enjoy now that it all of us four.
Last Piece of the Puzzle
God made sure it happened that way,
As human beings we are limited in what we can do or say,
But the author and finisher of our faith is not,
That's why He made sure we loved and purchased what we bought.
Last Piece of the Puzzle
Saturday, October 7, 2017
Our Amazing First Home
After 10 years of moving up and down,
From continent to continent and town to town,
We've travelled the world and had lots of fun,
We had a good run but we're not yet done.
It all started here in Melbourne during the choir tour,
I was 21 years old and having lots of fun that's for sure,
Going to the gym and music were my daily passions,
I loved studying as well, but just like any 21 year old I had lots of questions.
And then I met my now wife Katie,
Something stirred in my heart and to her I looked crazy,
I knew I never felt like this about anyone before,
I looked beyond her beauty and I knew her soul has more.
Boy I was right! I think about it day and night,
Being around her felt right, I had no doubt our future was going to be bright,
Together we thrive, achieve more and can solve any problem,
We are like Batman and Robin.
Fast forward, we got married and had kids,
Then we looked for a home and thought we had to do lots of bids,
Katie and I bought a home we both fell madly in love with, we really love it,
After a heart to heart conversation with God, we bought under our budget and on our very first bid; I saw a huge amount of favour, in this competitive market I must admit.
Our Amazing First Home
Friday, October 6, 2017
God's Assurance to You
You are enough,
You are already tough,
You are special,
You are destined for greatness,
You are breathing life,
You are the head and not the tail,
You are above and not beneath,
You speak and the atmosphere changes,
You are the Holy Spirit's residential address,
You are fearfully and wonderfully made,
You have the power in your tongue,
You resurrect the dead back to life,
You are carrying the DNA of the most high God,
You don't have to live in fear,
Your everlasting God is right here,
Your requests He'll always hear,
Now go and be the best version of yourself and always know that you are loved. 😊
Wednesday, October 4, 2017
Loved Ones
The best we can do is to work like there's no tomorrow to support those we love and love them more than life itself because we don't know how long we have left.
Monday, October 2, 2017
Sunday, October 1, 2017
The Night of Wonder!
People often ask me if I get nervous before my performances!? The answer is; no I don't get nervous at all.
The excitement exceeds the nerves,
My desire is to always give the audience what it deserves,
Unpack the truth installed within my heart,
Touch each and every soul with every piece of art.
To release and share contagious joy,
Share the truth about me 'cause that what people enjoy,
Having fun, laughter, relaxation while active,
Observing, learning, following, leading while proactive.
I love delivering each song or piece of poetry with simplicity,
I also enjoy the journey of co-creating and simplifying complexity,
My hands open up to freely give and receive,
I take people through the roller coaster of emotions before I leave and that's what I always aim to achieve.
People's responses after each performance are super amazing,
My heart's desire to write more is always blazing, I leave people each night grazing, it is the generation of hope that we are raising.
That's what happened during the night of Wonder!