As each new sun loyally spins
on knees, you may kneel
or sometimes you stand
by their bed, feel within your hand
once fingers firm, now softly wrinkled
still grand
as lovingly entwined
by limbs yours, by mine
or just lying gently in one's palms
as you stroke gently beloved skin
slowly growing cold
as their blood
runs tragically too thin
as also, you try to keep sad tears within
while death intrudes
an enemy foe
to all who live
one second, one day
or until hundreds of years old.
Yet, still, you'll grieve
when any loved one reaches
their fatal end.
Mother, father, sister, brother,
in-laws, friends, or just someone who
you came to love
as family too
leaves.
A tree
with many branches
rooted
deeply.
Twisted
your heart
as memories whirl
removed imperfections bad
as good qualities of theirs swirl
strung together as a precious necklace
of twigs, of pearls
still inside pained
emotions twirl
because of thoughts
of daily things done together
or survived through.
Now as you wait
for their last breath's intake
as you internally bleed
for the precious value of what they mean to you,
Remember Martha.
Faithful words to Jesus
she did make: “I know he will rise in the resurrection on the last day.” John 11:24.
On this knowledge,
her life course, she did stake
speaking of a known earthly resurrection
after wickedness is laid to rest
yet years before mankind's final test.
Even Daniel who proved faithful true to God
who also of this resurrection knew
was lovingly told:
“But as for you,
go on to the end.
You will rest,
but you will stand up for your lot at the end of the days.” Daniel 12:13.
Back to earth to God forever praise
upon a land cleansed with animals that graze:
lions with lambs
and children at peace among them
playful
then
with these wild beasts
to lead or laze!
For did not Jesus Christ himself say:
“I am the resurrection and the life.”
"To Martha, he said: Your brother will rise.” John 11:21-25.
Even Job knew of a future
where a man's life he'll again comprise:
"If a man dies,
can he live again?
I will wait all the days of my compulsory service
Until my relief comes.
You will call, and I will answer you.
You will long for the work of your hands." Job 14:14, 15.
For Jah and Jesus
do death despise.
For indeed humanity's grave
induce eyes to produce rivers
and anger that inflames
wild thoughts to sting.
But life restored
makes global hearts joyous.
Eternal to sing
as those resurrected to heaven
will help
back to earth, billions to bring
as God has installed his resurrected son, Christ
as our heavenly King.
"Do not be amazed at this,
for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out". John 5:28, 29.
Yes,
as Jesus once said to Martha:
"The one who exercises faith in me,
even though he dies,
will come to life;
and everyone who is living
and exercises faith in me
will never die at all.
Do you believe this?” John 11:25, 26.
This
is not fantasy.
Nor merely:
A Dying Man's Wish.
Loving-kindness exists
in His bestowing this:
Not needing to believe
expressions egoistically verbose
or in true wisdom expressed.
In intense fatherly love conceived:
An altruistic benevolent gift
in supreme generosity
luxuriously upon humanity
handsomely bestowed--
Free-will.
In wisdom daily to use
a prudent goal.
Not to permit a foolhardiness
found in many a youthful or cliquish group
you
to your personal endowment
this wealthy inheritance
in disloyalty abuse
or in ignorance squander.
Stop. Think. Question.
Before each action Pray.
This delay to wisely ponder decisions
may a disastrous choice involving you
and even your loved ones
infinitely
Slay.
Your not so green as you're cabbage looking.
by Red head 1
An old Yorkshire saying, I believe.
"Said upon discovering an individual is not as unintelligent as initially thought." Urban dictionary.
Green meaning naive or foolish. Cabbage headed means slow witted, or stupid.
Write a poem inspired by that phrase. It can be any style , any length.
All usual AP rules apply.
Enjoy. © 11 minutes ago, Lucretia Mccloud love • society • spiritual • nature • pain
"By this all will know that you are my disciples—ifyou have love among yourselves." John 13:35.... The scale divine.
As
proof's
in details.
Just what do you see
from Jesus' here prophecy?
"By this"... what?... Love
in international display.
More love
He commanded his disciples that day
after washing their feet
then sending Judas
immediately
away.
Yes, "all will know" who Christ's followers are
if
Love is exhibited impartially to brothers near and far.
If denoting a necessity to persist
despite a prevailing attitude of 'me-first'
that insists:
Prioritize my desires before anyone else's.
Self
an idol
served
on a majorities' internal alter--
an elevated
glorified
temporary
shelf.
For who of us, a life permanent can save?
Who, above Jah and Christ, a perfect ransom gave?
No, we cannot slave for ourselves
and Jah Jehovah too.
For exists these two
of the most important commandments
over our lives to everlastingly rule:
“‘You must love Jehovah your God with your whole heart and with your whole soul and with your whole mind.’
This is the greatest and first commandment.
The second, like it, is this:
‘You must love your neighbor as yourself.’" Matt. 22:37-39.
With these two laws in heart and mind
should we not attach ourselves with those kind-hearted ones
modeling an unfashionable type love:
"Clothe yourselves with love,
for it is a perfect bond of union"? Col.3:14.
Since,
"There is neither Jew nor Greek,
there is neither slave nor freeman,
there is neither male nor female,
for you are all one
in union with Christ Jesus." Gal. 3:28. He
to His disciples earnestly said
before He
His precious blood
lovingly
for obedient mankind shed.
Love Is Always the Answer
given for abstaining from wars promoted
for various reasons.
Despite this hatred seen
as a darkness staining hearts
as the now fashionable height
of an international season.
Let
'Jehovah of Armies'
defend our lives
by means of King Christ--
'Prince of Peace'.
Not be as Satan and Judas--
self-serving.
A platform for treason.
By this all will know that you are my disciples—if you have love among yourselves.—John 13:35.
This proved especially important in recent history when the nations engaged in deadly wars on a shocking scale. For instance, some 55 million people were killed in World War II alone. However, who does not participate in that global slaughter (Mic. 4:1, 3) helping them to remain “clean from the blood of all men”? (Acts 20:26) Progress of God’s people is taking place in a very hostile world, which the Bible says is controlled by Satan, “the god of this system of things.” (2 Cor. 4:4) He manipulates the political elements of this world, as he does the world’s mass media. But he cannot stop the preaching of the good news. However, knowing that he has only a short time left, Satan tries to turn people away from true worship, and he uses various means to do so.—Rev. 12:12. w16.06 4:3, 4 © 11 hours ago, Lucretia Mccloud teen • society • sad • pain • love
"At that time the eyes of the blind will be opened,
And the ears of the deaf will be unstopped.
At that time the lame will leap like the deer,
And the tongue of the speechless will shout for joy.
For waters will burst forth in the wilderness,
And streams in the desert plain.
The heat-parched ground will become a reedy pool,
And the thirsty ground springs of water.
In the lairs where jackals rested,
There will be green grass and reeds and papyrus."
*
If I
spoke truth
a hundred million times,
words which flew ahead of varied minds
with results achieved
as keen-sighted eagles receive
gliding quickly to exact points
to retrieve
then why today
do you accuse me of lying
when speech divine
prophesied
reflects
actualities
of an intelligence
supremely above
the earth's most elevated thoughts
conspiring together
to manipulate/
control
what ought
their capabilities lack
taught not?
Do cycles of rain deceive
returning
to heavens
then pouring into seas?
How about those balmy breezes
easing
which please?
What imperfect force
did create these?
So, take a mental walk with me.
Step into a grandiose future
that the wise will forever see.
Yes,
after this world's tragedies
are completely erased
this earth
will be replete
with sweetness
more refined
than the honeycombs of bees.
With happiness
abundant
true hearts
to exquisitely and indefinitely
squeeze.
With love
of each other
and life endless.
But
above all else:
Love of our Creator
and His Son.
Harmony
with angelic brothers
won back to The Father's
Original Purpose
after a Grand Victory:
The End of Wickedness!
A Return to Righteousness
Thankfully
Begun!
Sincerely,
God's Word
Based upon Isaiah 35:5-7;
""Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces."—Isa. 25:8.
As Christians we are encouraged by visualizing our hope, whether it is heavenly or earthly. Can you see yourself enjoying the things that God has promised? Contemplating what you may do as God fulfills his promises undoubtedly brings joy to your heart. Perhaps you “see” yourself living on earth forever. Think about cooperating with others in making this globe into a paradise. Your neighbors love Jehovah, even as you do. You are healthy, energetic, and have a bright outlook. Those supervising the work of restoration make life a pleasure because they genuinely care about you. And you are happy using your talents and skills because everything you do is benefiting others and honoring God. For example, you are helping newly resurrected ones to come to know Jehovah. (John 17:3; Acts 24:15) No, this is not a dreamworld. This appealing mental picture is based on Scriptural truths about the future.—Isa. 11:9; 33:24; 35:5-7; 65:22. w15 5/15 3:15" © 4 minutes ago, Lucretia Mccloud hope • love • spiritual• society • pain
"Beloved ones, . . .
Keep yourselves in God’s love,. . .
with everlasting life in view.”
"May mercy and peace and love"
also "be increased to you."
Yes,
Jude exhorted 'anointed Christians'
and by extension Christ's faithful 'other sheep'
to mimic Enoch's life course of faithfulness,
recorded as a standard
for true believers to keep
studying to remain resilient
as the desert camel who
does ruminate in his chew of the cud.
Demonstrating
symbolically
meditation after regurgitation
digested
spiritual food.
Life-preserving nutrients
generously supplied
as we stew on these stalwart examples
gleaned from excerpts extracted
from their faithful dedicated lives.
Those who through
adverse judgments
did under God's wing thankfully survive
turbulent worlds designed by Satan and his demons.
Yes, God, in his loving wisdom,
did even Enoch mercifully hide.
Since, in the manner of Sodom and Gomorrah,
among smothering atmospheric iniquities
we sadly abide;
still, we must walk on in faith
hoping those with doubts may change their ways
as we approach swiftly the finality
of the prophetic wicked days.
True,
“In the last time there will be ridiculers,
following their own desires for ungodly things.”
But we must continue showing mercy to others,
doing so with healthy fear,
"while hating the garment
that has been stained by the flesh."
To righteousness
God and Christ will help us
everlastingly to adhere.
212 words
Write a poem for contest The Book of Jude
https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Jude+1&version=KJV
For those who are not familiar, The book of Jude is a prophetic book in the New Testament of the Holy Bible.
Looking forward to receiving entries that are mindful of the sentiments of the author of this book- Apostle Jude (half brother of Lord Jesus Christ)
The poem should resemble a poetic version of the Book, and should retain the sacred seriousness of the prophesies.
Rules:
Respect, rhyme, comprehension, simplicity, prophetic rehearsal.
No line count- Between 20-30 lines is desirable, not mandatory.
No word limit
Basic rhyme is a must.
No of lines should be even in count. (4,6...)
Go for it & all the best! © an hour ago, Lucretia Mccloud love • hope • spiritual • teen • family
A wind blows
where it wants to go.
Gentle or strong,
you do not know
when or where
it will of itself show.
Its' direction
changes;
its' flow rearranges
like trends of men
tried
yesterday
or long ago.
Yet, there is One
who many do not acknowledge;
on whom
honor
does not bestow.
Although, He created children
and plants in maturity to grow.
Sun, moon, and stars in our skies
to constantly glow.
Still, they give His Glory
to any and all
except
He and His Son--
A Righteous King
riding. His anger aglow
against enemies of his Father
The Almighty
Who says:
“For I am Jehovah; I do not change." Mal. 3:6.
For, "Every good gift
and every perfect present
is from above,
coming down from the Father of the celestial lights,
who does not vary
or change
like the shifting shadows." James 1:17.
His standards of righteousness
in the coming New Earth
after a complete elimination
of wickedness and stubborn foes
will permeate modest hearts
who allowed his guidance
to increase their inner peace
like lambs on a mountainside
with green grass on which to nibble.
Their daily hunger fed.
On sweet principles
eternally to chew
as grown hay for nourishment
after farmers do ardently mow.
Yes..."In his days the righteous will flourish,
And peace will abound until the moon is no more.
He will have subjects from sea to sea
And from the River to the ends of the earth.
The desert dwellers will bow down before him,
And his enemies will lick the dust."
"For he will rescue the poor who cry for help,
Also the lowly one and whoever has no helper.
He will have pity on the lowly and the poor,
And the lives of the poor he will save.
From oppression and from violence he will rescue them,
And their blood will be precious in his eyes."
On this, we can trust.
"There will be an abundance of grain on the earth;
On the top of the mountains it will overflow.
His fruit will flourish as in LebĘša·non,
And in the cities people will blossom like the vegetation of the earth."
"May his name endure forever,
And may it prosper as long as the sun.
May people obtain a blessing for themselves by means of him;
May all nations pronounce him happy." Ps. 72.
Because,
"This means everlasting life,
their coming to know you,
the only true God,
and the one whom you sent,
Jesus Christ." John 17:3.
But to those who "love the front seats in the synagogues and the greetings in the marketplaces!"...
It means... Woe!
Apropos,
"Honor the son,
or God will become indignant
and you will perish from the way,
For His anger flares up quickly.
Happy
are all those
Taking Refuge In Him." Psalm 2:12.
For prophesied:
‘I will certainly sanctify my great name, which was profaned among the nations, which you profaned among them; and the nations will have to know that I am Jehovah,’ declares the Sovereign Lord Jehovah, ‘when I am sanctified among you before their eyes." Ezekiel 36:23.
BE IT SO!
The wind blows where it wants to, and you hear the sound of it, but you do not know where it comes from and where it is going." {John 3:8.}
Luke 11:43 © a day ago, Lucretia Mccloud
