Brother and Sister Colors

Oh flesh of many colors,
brothers all are we,
placing the Holy Spirit
above us on our knees.

No matter what we’re labeled
by those who sell a grace,
when names and slogans start to fly,
be calm and hold your place.

A yearning, kindly human heart
is only satisfied
through service to our Father,
not willful selfish pride.

Attitudes need adjustment
for loving, patient deeds:
objective understanding
not subjective, deceiving creed.

Oh flesh of many colors,
sisters all are we.
Beyond the ego, church, and flag,
the truth becomes a plea.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Jeavons Avatar
May 28, 2023 at 12:10 PM
Loved your poem. I will check out more of your work.
Howard Avatar
May 30, 2023 at 7:14 PM
Hello Susan, I’m a new member of the p-soup. I appreciate your comment. Our short tour here on earth is all about love, and you “get it”...in the vernacular. Cheers from Maine, John
Perna Avatar
May 26, 2023 at 2:35 PM
Lovely message, great work!
Howard Avatar
May 30, 2023 at 7:21 PM
Diane, thank you for your comment. I’m a new “souper” and appreciate your response to my piece. Love is the answer to most of the problems in our short visit here on earth...on our knees...
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