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Because He's One Less Leg

Because he's one less leg
They bullied him for being crippled 
They picked on him daily
They called him cruel names 
... it hurts!

Because he's one less leg
They underestimated him
They looked down on him
They saw him as weak
... it's sad 

Because he's one less leg
He's got no friends
He's got no girlfriend 
He's got nowhere to socialize 
... it's lonesome! 

But in all that he went thru
The abuse and shame they put him thru
He forgave them all
... with heart and soul!

Not because he needed their friendships
Not because he wanted to have a girlfriend 
Not because he needed a place to hang out

But...

because he knew Jesus went thru the same thing 
And he wants to save them from what they do not know was wrong
He gave them a chance to realize 
He proved them love is stronger than hate
... God is good!

And in the end shame was reversed and they are the ones begging for his forgiveness
... to forgive is to love!

      
                              Smile

                     Akkina R Downing
                             1-10-17

Copyright © | Year Posted 2017




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Date: 8/30/2017 7:23:00 AM
This poem is amazing Akkina, yes people are cruel, but in the end Love conquers all, as you have so aptly pointed out here. A spiritual read my dearest friend...Maria
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Akkina Downing
Date: 8/30/2017 12:31:00 PM
Thanks so much my dearest friend. Yes some people can be very cruel. Sad! Hugs :)
Date: 7/9/2017 2:05:00 PM
What started out as a sad poem wonderful he turned into a great message about our savior and power of forgiveness. Definitely one for my fave Well done Kina well done.
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Akkina Downing
Date: 7/9/2017 9:42:00 PM
Thank you so much my friend Ed, it means so much to me your comment :) hugs
Date: 2/5/2017 10:41:00 AM
This is so beautiful...
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Akkina Downing
Date: 2/5/2017 11:49:00 AM
Thank you Pashang :)
Date: 1/26/2017 10:18:00 PM
A work of love beautifully presented! To forgive is to be forgiven.. I love this, Akkina Hugs, chuck
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Akkina Downing
Date: 1/27/2017 9:46:00 AM
Thank you very much Chuck :)
Date: 1/24/2017 12:31:00 PM
This is very moving. I am riding my wheelkchair and had my fair share of bullying for this and other reasons. I have chosen to approach everyone with kindness, and that works. I love this poem.
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Akkina Downing
Date: 1/24/2017 7:26:00 PM
I'm so very much happy you liked it. And I'm sure you find it more peaceful to be kind rather than fall for their bullying. You'll be in my prayers Darren, thank you for your kindness. This world needs it so much :)
Date: 1/10/2017 2:22:00 PM
It certainly is Kina. Great message in this poem:)
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Akkina Downing
Date: 1/10/2017 3:07:00 PM
Thank you so much Danny, for your advice on this piece. I appreciate it so much. I wish I have more words to express my gratitude. I'm learning English words everyday :)

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