THE SERMONS WE SEE ~ Jack Suttles

I'd rather see a sermon than hear one any day 
I'd rather one should walk with me than merely tell the way
The eye is a better pupil and more willing than the ear
Fine counsel is confusing but examples are always clear

And the best of all the preachers are the men who live their creeds
For to see good deeds in action is what everybody needs
I soon can learn to do it, if you'll show me how it's done
I can watch yours hands in action but your tongue too fast may run

The lecture you deliver may be very wise and true
But I'd rather get my lessons by observing what you do
There's no misunderstanding how you act and how you give
A good man teaches many - we believe what others live

Who stands with men of honor, holds his honor bold
One deed of kindness seen, is worth fifty that are told
Right living speaks a language which to everyone is clear
Who honors God and loves fellow man, never needs his conscience fear

Eloquent words may charm me, but still I have to say
I'd rather see a sermon, than to hear one any day