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Jesus said:

"If any man serve me, let him follow me, and where I am there shall also my servant be: If any man serve me, him will my father honor."                                                                                                                                                            John 12:26

The story never gets too old. It never loses flavor, About the sweet young peasant girl, Who was the mother of our Savior; And how He grew into a Man, And became a great teacher, Surpassing all the wisdom, Of the profits, leaders and preachers. He didn't teach by word alone. He taught us by example. The way He lived His life became, Testament more than ample. He didn't merely preach to us. He led us by example, For He knew that words were not enough, He knew we needed samples. He was a lamp unto our feet, A sign to point the way, Teacher, Friend, Brother, Lord, He taught us how to pray. He showed us many miracles, Showed us Who and What He is; Told us why He came here, To claim back what is His. Satan tried to steal from Him, What was always His. He made us, claimed us, bought us back, Thrice over we are His. He taught us love and patience. He taught us loyalty. He showed us truth and goodness, And gave us dignity. The story of His birth and death, His triumph over all, Is never boring, dull or old, He's still reaching out to all.

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Date: 2/1/2024 8:37:00 PM
I humbly feel that the eighth line contains the word Profits and is it not Prophets? Sorry if I am wrong. A sacred tribute to Jesus Christ ! Truly holy !
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Date: 12/29/2023 9:23:00 AM
Congratulations on being on the "100 Best New Poems" list for Soup. A wonderful write/ending. I enjoyed reading this one. Have a great/wonderful day/2024 writing away.................
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Date: 12/20/2023 2:22:00 PM
Amen, Judy. A FAV, my friend. A beautiful re-telling of the age-old story of Jesus Christ our Lord. Blessings my Sister-in-Christ, Bill
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Date: 12/20/2023 4:26:00 PM
Thank you so much Bill. God Bless and Merry Christmas, JB
Date: 12/14/2023 3:56:00 PM
Judy, this is a fave. I love it SO much!
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Date: 12/14/2023 5:25:00 PM
Thank you so much BJ. God Bless and Merry Christmas, JB
Date: 12/13/2023 7:38:00 AM
Great story about our Lord and Savior in poetic form. I enjoyed reading about your faith through this work. Thank you for sharing it and for dropping by my page. Sara K
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Date: 12/13/2023 12:07:00 PM
Thank you so much Sara. God Bless and Merry Christmas. JB
Date: 12/13/2023 12:58:00 AM
You are certainly a testimony to the 2 line quote by which you introduce this poem, Judy. This "old" story will never lose its lustre; what a pity that many are not bothered about making this world a better place to live in. ~ Sending you blessings for this special festive season // paul
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Date: 12/13/2023 1:02:00 AM
Thank you so much Paul. God Bless and Merry Christmas. JB
Date: 12/12/2023 6:15:00 PM
Simply, an astounding write, JB, Gorgeous and meaningful.. pR
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Date: 12/13/2023 12:53:00 AM
Thank you so much Pangie. God Bless and Merry Christmas. JB
Date: 12/12/2023 5:59:00 PM
Yes, it is an 'old' story but is new in my heart as I think of it every day. Nicely done, Judy! I'm glad He taught us patience, love, and justice...wonderful write. Have a blessed evening, Sara
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Date: 12/13/2023 12:46:00 AM
Thank you so much Sara. Glad you like this. God Bless and Merry Christmas. JB
Date: 12/12/2023 4:04:00 PM
I really like your rhymed testament of Christ here. Very well expressed
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Date: 12/12/2023 4:53:00 PM
Thank you so much Andrea. God Bless and Merry Christmas, JB
Date: 12/12/2023 11:56:00 AM
I can never see the story of Christ's miracles and the events that led up to his Crucifixion without using up a box of tissues - it hurts me so much. Exceptional poem. Hugs and blessings, JENNIFER.
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Date: 12/12/2023 4:47:00 PM
Thank you so much Jennifer. I feel the same way. Especially when we realize it was all done to rescue us. God Bless and Merry Christmas, JB
Date: 12/12/2023 4:57:00 AM
A beautiful creation this is.. His miraculous teachings really coruscate like the brightest light amidst darkness.. Only if the world understands and wholeheartedly follows.. There are such wonderful meanings in this poem, gorgeously crafted :)
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Date: 12/12/2023 4:45:00 PM
Thank you so much Hiya. God Bless and Merry Christmas. JB
Date: 12/11/2023 7:31:00 PM
So true Judy, it never gets too old If only the whole world would follow his teachings it would be like heaven on earth. Tom
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Date: 12/11/2023 7:34:00 PM
Thank you so much Tom. I totally agree. God Bless and Merry Christmas, JB

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