Christine Phillips Poet Free verse

Dialog With Him

Dear God:

You know the thoughts of every man,
You have declared your righteousness upon this land,
And you have shown your judgment to everyone.

How long shall I live in despair?
With shattered hopes and broken dreams,
how long shall I stand in the midst of this land?
Stretching out my empty hands.

You have great powers,
Holding court above the earth,
It is not my place to question thee,
but when will you set me free?

Day and night they dwell in my house,
feasting upon my tired flesh,
my strength sometimes fail,
and there is no room to exhale.

I am nothing in your presence,
I am hurting because of them,
save me from their murderous threat,
least my eyes behold the power of death.

I know that you have the answer,
Show me your divine power,
Put my oppressors to shame,
And give me the strength to rise again.

 
©2013 Christine Phillips

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Suzanne Delaney June 9, 2013 at 11:41 AM This is written with such intensity and passion. A powerful voice of reason Tories above oppression.

Harry Horsman April 4, 2013 at 1:59 PM I find this poem very inspiring,,and wonderful poetry..

Anne-Lise Andresen April 2, 2013 at 12:09 PM - A lovely poem, Christine - thank you! - oxox / / Anne-Lise :)

Andrea Dietrich March 31, 2013 at 4:48 PM I agree with Debra here. IT's a very moving prayer poem!! Christine Phillips April 1, 2013 at 5:20 AM Thank you for stopping by.

Debra Squyres March 31, 2013 at 11:39 AM Well written and moving prayer poem... moved me deeply !! Christine Phillips April 1, 2013 at 5:22 AM Thank you for your sincere comments.