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Biblical Spiritual Characteristics

The Christian way is no easy task
God's call is a call to fully endure
many obstacles have to be overcome
but victory's assured for God is sure

A true Christian shows real godliness
having deep humility to put others first
denying one's self have no worldly want
only God fills one with spiritual thirst

This thirst clearly is heaven sent
producing eternal kingdom affection
to renounce the world's pleasures
so give the Lord full attention

God sends his spirit in one's heart
producing His character to bless
living holy lives to give Him glory
putting on our gifted godly dress

So live truly for God alone
display yourself to be holy true
brings pleasure to God our Lord
eternal always forever to do

('If our common life is not a common course of humility, self-denial, renunciation of the world, poverty of spirit and heavenly affection, we do not live the lives of Christians.')
- William Law.- (1686-1761) 'A serious call to a devout and holy life.'

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Date: 4/24/2023 10:31:00 PM
Yes, if we keep our eyes on Him, other things will fall into place. Lovely, deeply spiritual piece, Gordon. Janice
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Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 4/25/2023 6:45:00 AM
Thanks Janice, So agree with all you say and pleased you found such a deep spiritual write. Blessings always,Gordon
Date: 4/24/2023 1:31:00 PM
Hi Gordon, Only God’s spirit being poured in our hearts can produce the type of change that you wrote about so well. Reading your poems are so encouraging and uplifting. Thanks for shining your light on this poetry community. Have a nice day-Alexis
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Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 4/25/2023 6:44:00 AM
Thanks Alexis, So pleased that this piece was encouraging and uplifting, . For indeed as you say on God's spirit produces such a spiritual change in each of us. Blessings always,Gordon
Date: 4/24/2023 12:44:00 PM
I have missed your devout religious poems Gordon, which are rooted in Godly love, with a hand guiding you from Heaven above. Hugs and blessings my friend, Jennifer.
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Gordon Mcconnell
Date: 4/25/2023 6:41:00 AM
Thanks Jennifer, So glad you've missed my devout pieces, Glad you liked this one too. Have a blessed day,Gordon
Date: 4/24/2023 12:58:00 AM
A poem with much insight dear Gordon. Inspiring words, beautifully written. You are a true poet in every sense of the word. Inspiring. Thank you my friend. It was read with great interest.
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