Just another Addict

 Just another addict

We see them on the side of the road. 

We look away and don't see their heavy load.

We don't see who they are inside. 

We just see a junkie who society has denied. 

It's just another addict, the town's riff raff.

Many see them and scoff and laugh. 

Just another addict who remains unseen

And left on the side of the road unredeemed. 

They become a statistic without a name. 

Judged by society and put to shame. 

But God calls us to a higher place.

To extend forgiveness, mercy and grace. 

God always puts people across our path

Sometimes stopping us in our tracks.

Faced with our own bias and point of view

We lose sight of who God leads us to.

It's not another addict, it's a child of God.

Crying for mercy and freedom from battles fought.

Next time you see him, look in his eyes.

Listen to God's voice and extend His light. 

©2026 Sandra C. Johnson