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Doublethink Beliefs

THIS LIFE In childhood my mind was full of questions What is true? Are my beliefs built on a lie? Family tradition left no room for suggestions My parents' religious practice, I dared not defy Mass introduced me to kneeling hypocrites those sinning with pleasure through the week then confessed with unrepentant wits acting righteous, humble and oh so meek Despite my reflections, for God I felt great love and prayed that someday soon I would learn to accept His Word with guidance from above His expectations from me I would then discern In query, if God was Father, Holy Spirit and Son how then, could he sit at His own right hand? Told, 'it's a mystery,' I knew my search had begun my desire for truth had made me take a stand A Bible study was started, the idea of a friend within a week, interest peeked, it all made sense I found the Truth, forsooth, now I comprehend False teachings held too many lies and pretense OUR NEXT LIFE I followed God's word and scriptural intent I know what happened to me after death God fulfilled His promise, and my time is spent in Earth's Edenic gardens, grateful for every breath Jesus' life given for the sin of Adam and Eve Death took me, and I woke upon resurrection With my whole heart, I was right to believe in Jehovah's promises, I bowed in subjection Living in a perfect world is where I am now There's no heartache, suffering, or tragic war No greater gift than paradise, God did endow where sick ones heal, and death is no more Loved ones returned from darkened graves I hold them in my arms, tears of joy in my eyes Life, immortalized. Righteous ones He saves To live forever is a blessing, my revered prize AS OUR BREATH FLOWS HERE AND NOW I seek everlasting life, and praise His name to those with a righteous heart, willing sheep I tell them of His Kingdom and why Jesus came to Earth. A sacred vow to God, I reverently keep To many, life in this world brings tears and pain Days are grim; calamity and sorrow are here Jehovah God promises a virtuous earthly domain I convey His message: "There is nothing to fear." These days we need a light to hold on to hope Faith in Scripture that guides with Heavenly light Through spiritual encouragement, we can cope I offer God's Truth that will set all things aright December 8, 2021 Doublethink Beliefs Contest Sponsored by Unseeking Seeker

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Unseeking Seeker

Date: 12/31/2021 9:19:00 AM

May it be as you desire and the light within be ignited by the Holy Spirit! Congrats on your win and Happy New Year!

Lin Lane
Date: 1/1/2022 6:27:00 AM

Seeker, I am often a bit perplexed when I read your contest descriptions, so when my entry is awarded a placement on your list, I feel a sense of accomplishment. Thank you for creating challenging contests.

John Hamilton

Date: 12/20/2021 10:12:00 AM

Wonderful write Lin, glad to see you're getting support on this write, thanks for defending the truth, hope it was a winner!

Lin Lane
Date: 12/20/2021 11:53:00 AM

Thanks ever so much, JD. It's A chance to defend the truth, so I took it. You might like to read my poem, A Symbol of Love. Neither contest has been judged.

Gershon Wolf

Date: 12/12/2021 4:43:00 PM

The Journey, your journey, always epic, ever meaningful. All roads lead back to God. Wonderfully penned, Lin! Faith and Strength, Gershon

Lin Lane
Date: 12/20/2021 11:51:00 AM

Thanks a lot, GW. I appreciate you comments.

Bill Baker

Date: 12/8/2021 5:16:00 PM

I'm with you on this, Lin. The answer lies with the Creator God. Your friend, Bill

Lin Lane
Date: 12/9/2021 1:49:00 AM

Yes, it does, Bill. All my questions were answered, and my path was lighted. Thank you.

Judy Ball

Date: 12/8/2021 4:05:00 PM

If we read our Bible every day as we are supposed to with an open heart and the desire to know and understand God will give us that understanding. Great stuff here. A wonderful write. God Bless, JB

Lin Lane
Date: 12/9/2021 1:48:00 AM

Thank you for having such a wonderful understanding of my lines, Judy. Your insight about what the Bible offers is correct. The desire to know God led me to enlightenment, and now I know what He expects of me.

Mark Koplin

Date: 12/8/2021 1:28:00 PM

You have written this so beautifully! It was an honor to read about your strong faith. I was raised catholic, I’ve never agreed with many of their teachings. I no longer go to church but my faith is as strong as ever. Thank you for sharing.

Lin Lane
Date: 12/8/2021 2:24:00 PM

I was also raised in Catholicism, Mark. I'm happy to hear that your faith is strong, and I've found that evident in some of your poems. Thank you for leaving your views.

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 12/8/2021 8:43:00 AM

This is incredibly difficult for some of us, but you have written it well. "Despite my reflections, for God I felt great love and prayed that someday soon I would learn to accept His Word with guidance from above His expectations from me I would then discern"

Lin Lane
Date: 12/8/2021 8:48:00 AM

Dear Caren, I had to be honest in following the contest requirements, so I gave witness to my beliefs. I appreciate you for reading this and leaving your gracious thoughts.