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Old Skeet

He lived in an old shanty just past the railroad tracks, Not many left just two or three worn out old shacks. But the old saying home is where you hang your hat, Lot of people don’t know it but there is a lot of truth to that. Just this old one room building was probably the most, old Skeet had ever had, His virtues are his riches and those are priceless, tis a shame we can’t all be this bad. Old Skeet never attends church anymore, since someone said they would rather he wouldn’t come back, But I’ll guarantee you he can quote the Bible, verse by verse and never lose track. I don’t know of any preacher that knows the Word any better’n old Skeet, And when we are called to Heavens door I don’t think old Skeet will have to give up his seat. If old Skeet sees someone needing help, he doesn’t ask he just pitches in, He lives daily by the Holy Commandments in a world filled with sin. Old Skeet has seen many a hard winter, but never once have I heard him complain, He said the Lord has been good, when I was thirsty he furnished me rain. And when I am weary, He is there too comfort my soul, No matter what may come or be, he said I know my God is in control. On the last day we talked he said son I could have been more than what I am today, But I have peace and compromising God's values is just not my way.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2008




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Date: 8/22/2008 4:52:00 PM
Such a beautiful and gentle tribute. This is so lovely Ron. Well done. Love Heidie
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Date: 8/20/2008 2:54:00 PM
I believe God puts people in our path to see what we will do. I think these may be test to see if we are really who we claim to be....I believe Old Skeet passed...Love this write, Always, Christy...Thank you for the prayers, and support, they mean so much to me...Christy
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Date: 8/20/2008 12:42:00 PM
People like this are the true heroes of the world. Thank you for sharing this inspirational poem with us. Blessings to you. Karen
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Date: 8/20/2008 11:56:00 AM
This brought a tear. Sounds like he was great person, and a fine christian. A lot of people turn the poor away from their doors. But that is not what Jesus taught, he said care for the needy and the poor feed them. In heaven we will all be the same Jesus cares for all saved people and for the lost one also. This was a great message. thank you for reading my He bore my sins and for your wonderful comment
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Date: 8/20/2008 11:40:00 AM
What a valuable teacher he was...Old Skeet! We could learn a lot by his example.....he didn't have to preach to word, ....he simply lived the word. Great tribute!......Carrie
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