My cup has overflowed

I recently received news of the death of a dear friend in Luverne, Evan Ver Steeg. During my years of ministry in Luverne Evan went through many struggles with physical adversity. He suffered from COPD and then was diagnosed with abdominal cancer. Through it all Evan never complained or asked why me. He remained steadfast in faith that he belonged to God and that God had a plan for his life. We enjoyed many cups of coffee together along with the wonderful treats that his faithful, loving, devoted and supportive wife Twila made for us. Even though we have been separated by many miles the last few years we still visited periodically via phone and usually when we visited family in northwest Iowa I would arrange a couple hours to drive to Luverne and visit at his home. I am going to miss our contacts but am so thankful Evan's physical suffering is over and that he experiences new life with his savior in heaven. The following poem was cherished by Evan and reflects partially his faith and perspective on life. Good by dear friend until we meet again.

My Cup Has Overflowed

By John Paul Moore

I've never made a fortune, and it's probably too late now.
But I don't worry about that much, I'm happy anyhow
And as I go along life's way,
I'm reaping better than I sowed.
I'm drinking from my saucer,
Cause my cup has overflowed. 

Haven't got a lot of riches,
and sometimes the going's tough
But I've got loving ones all around me,
and that makes me rich enough. 
I thank God for his blessings,
and the mercies He's bestowed.
I'm drinking from my saucer,
Cause my cup has overflowed.

I remember times when things went wrong,
My faith wore somewhat thin.
But all at once the dark clouds broke,
and the sun peeped through again.
So Lord, help me not to gripe,
about the tough rows I have hoed.
I'm drinking from my saucer,
Cause my cup has overflowed.

If God gives me strength and courage,
When the way grows steep and rough.
I'll not ask for other blessings,
I'm already blessed enough.

And may I never be too busy,
to help others bear their loads.
Then I'll keep drinking from my saucer,
Cause my cup has overflowed.