Deborah Burch Poet Villanelle

As In the Days of Noah

As in the Days of Noah

Hearts of men have grown cold. Self-loves sow a
Bitterroot of hate, malice, neglect...lust
Just as it was in the days of Noah. 

Evil is good. Good is evil: show a
Perversion of life, morals, truth, love...trust.
The Son of Man shall return. Halloa!

Churches compromising the Truth blow a 
Trumpet of apostasy, lies, sin...rust. 
Just as it was in the days of Noah. 

Unheard cries of unborn babes ; though a
Killed elk gets “Amazing Grace”, wake...Unjust!
The Son of Man shall return. Halloa!

God has been rejected. Self-gods throw a
Propagandised blanket, deceit, a...crust. 
Just as it was in the days of Noah. 

Still, there’s hope. Focus in the Word. Know a
Closed door nears for salvation...judgement...just. 
Just as it was in the days of Noah.
The Son of Man shall return. Halloa!


4.17.2021©deborah burch


Villanelle


*Halloa (Hal-lo-a): a very loud exclamation; shout, to draw or get one’s attention.

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Daniel Henry Rodgers March 1, 2024 at 5:08 AM Deb, your poem is a powerful reflection on the current state of humanity and the parallels drawn from biblical times. Your words echo with urgency and depth, highlighting society's moral decay and spiritual crisis. The repetition emphasizes the gravity of the message, showing us of the impending judgment. A strong call for introspection and a return to faith. - Blessings, Daniel

Gordon Mcconnell February 2, 2024 at 3:49 AM Great penning Deborah, really great message to warn this world of being ready for Jesus return. Nice imagery and expression, with great insightfulness too. Blessings,Gordon

Joe Maverick October 10, 2022 at 9:50 AM Can you hear Him coming.? Can you hear Him Coming.? Can you hear the sound of the Lord.?

Rob Carmack December 11, 2021 at 6:15 PM The second stanza reminded me of Isaiah 5:20 -- "Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter"! And I liked the impact of the 3rd and 4th stanzas as well. Going to fave this one.

David Williams August 10, 2021 at 12:32 PM Hello Cap'n Deb it has been far too long. I hope you are well and have coped through this ghastly time in all of our lives. I like this poem a lot as it resonates the way life has moved and is still moving, but there is always hope my good friend. Miss you and lots of love from across the pond. Take care x

Judy Ball June 7, 2021 at 3:05 PM A great write and a wake up call for many. Also a Stay Awake call for those of us who know the truth. Bravo my friend. God Bless, A fave for me. JB

Connie Marcum Wong May 8, 2021 at 9:04 PM Watching the news has become so depressing. It is our changing times and sadly not for the better. Still there are those who have a strong connection to God who will not be defeated. This is a fine entry for the contest Deborah. It is very well written. Have a blessed Mother’s Day. Blessings xxoo

Kim Merryman April 19, 2021 at 11:45 AM Deborah this is so appropriate for the world today! Wonderful write! Blessings, Kim M Deborah Burch April 19, 2021 at 2:04 PM Awww. Thank you so much Kim!! Yes it is but that just means we’re closer to home! Big huggs and love my friend!! Deb