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Oasis

There is an oasis on mortality’s pock-ridden road. Many hunger and thirst for it, but they find it not. They live their lives carrying a burdensome load. Unaware of the Son of God and what He wrought. Explaining the Atonement vexes even the devout. Its achievement crosses every rational thought, Leading one to view the Savior’s gift with doubt. Some lose hope, thinking things that are, are not. But the oasis is real; its water ends every thirst. Christ lives, knows our pain, hears our prayers. He foiled the grave; we need not fear the worst. All sins for all time by the Atonement He bears. When the world’s woes and weight fall on you, When you think things divine are an illusion. Go to the oasis, partake, and witness it’s true. You will find rest, peace, and love in profusion.

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Date: 1/5/2015 11:10:00 AM
Nicely put, Paul...nicely put!! :) john.
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Date: 11/27/2014 1:05:00 PM
truly excellent pen paul love how you drew this piece
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Paul Schneiter
Date: 12/1/2014 10:03:00 PM
Thank you, Liam. It's a bit scary to read one's work after it has "cooled." Thus, your kind words are a precious balm.
Date: 11/22/2014 11:20:00 PM
Your poem reminded me of Matthew 11:29 -- we always want to try to carry all the load and can't. Great message!
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Paul Schneiter
Date: 11/23/2014 6:59:00 AM
I'm grateful to you David for your thoughtful, insightful response. I hadn't thought of Matthew 11:29, but your reference to it is "smack on." Blessings on you and your loved ones.
Date: 11/22/2014 10:17:00 PM
Baptism in the Oasis, good write, Paul. Blessings eve
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Paul Schneiter
Date: 11/22/2014 10:44:00 PM
Thank you, eve. I appreciate your kindness in taking time to comment. I hope all is well with you and your loved ones.

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