Milton Bullard Jr. brings the relationship between faith and everyday kindness into focus in “Down the Trails of Life: Lord Lead the Way.” Published by The Ewings Publishing LLC, the collection brings together 18 Christian poems written over several years. Through personal reflection and biblical imagery, Bullard considers how prayer, forgiveness, and compassion can shape the way people move through difficult seasons.
In his introduction, Bullard speaks to the private concerns that people often struggle to share. His hope is that readers will encounter a God who listens and cares, even in the parts of life they keep hidden from others. That personal approach continues throughout the collection, where familiar experiences become occasions to consider faith and the choices people make.
One of the clearest examples is “When The Dust Settles.” Looking back over a lifetime, the speaker considers whether he showed love to people who were struggling. Did he notice when someone stumbled? Did he offer food, water, or comfort? The poem connects gratitude for God's grace with a willingness to respond to another person's pain.
These questions give the collection a practical concern alongside its spiritual message. Bullard asks readers to consider how their beliefs appear in ordinary encounters. A moment of patience or an offer of help becomes part of a larger reflection on the kind of life a person hopes to have lived.
Prayer is another steady presence in the book. “Strength in Weakness” begins, “I am my strongest / With my knees bent and head bowed.” The poem finds strength in humility and dependence on God. “God Cares” continues that theme, describing daily worries and the author's belief that people can bring those burdens to God rather than carry them alone.
Other poems turn toward personal responsibility and the possibility of forgiveness. “The Crossroad” follows a speaker confronting guilt and seeking a new direction through repentance and belief. “The Journey Home” looks back on regret while remembering moments of guidance and protection. Both poems acknowledge the weight of the past while expressing Bullard's Christian hope for the road ahead.
In “Budding Tree,” the image of a young tree becomes a reflection on the care people need as they grow.
Lies, hatred, and deceit threaten its roots, while wisdom and love help sustain it. The poem invites readers to think about what they nurture in themselves and what they contribute to the lives of others.
The collection also makes room for the familiar signs of getting older. “Paid in Full” mentions gray hair, wrinkles, and imperfect teeth before turning toward forgiveness and the value the speaker finds in belonging to God. Its everyday details give the reflection a personal touch. Elsewhere, “Beulah Land” looks toward the Christian promise of an eternal home free from grief and conflict.
Behind the poems are family lessons Bullard has carried through life. He remembers fishing trips with his father in Fort Pierce, Florida, where conversations included faith, education, and personal integrity. His mother's prayers, strength, and guidance also helped shape his outlook. The collection carries his gratitude for their influence and for the lessons that continued to matter as he grew older.
For readers who enjoy Christian poetry, “Down the Trails of Life” offers a way to pause over questions that can be easy to put aside during a busy day. A reader can spend time with one poem, consider the memories it brings forward, or use its themes to begin a conversation about faith. The poems also offer starting points for personal devotion or discussion within a Christian reading group.
Purchase “Down the Trails of Life: Lord Lead the Way” today from The Ewings Publishing bookstore, available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook. Add a copy to your personal reading collection, or give one to a friend, family member, or fellow church member who appreciates Christian poetry. Explore Bullard's reflections on prayer and forgiveness, then consider how their call to compassion connects with your own life.
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About Milton Bullard Jr
Milton Bullard Jr. is a service-connected veteran and longtime radiology professional whose poetry draws on personal experience and Christian faith. His studies include radiologic science, healthcare management and leadership, advanced radiologic studies, and theology. He lives in Jacksonville, Florida, with his wife, and they have four adult children.
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