Heartbroken

Exactly what does it cost to dwell among the elite?
How much will you give, to have gold under your feet?
Do you blindly follow, everything that you read?
Do you demand an audience, just to watch you bleed?

Will you look down on others, if they are not on your path?
Have you ever passed judgement, while dictating God’s wrath?
Did Jesus just die for you and leave your enemies in the cold?
What makes you special, and why is your stand so bold?

Do you prey on the weak and offer shelter under your wing?
Have you ever stood on a pulpit, praying others will hear you sing?
How many rocks have you thrown out into the masses?
Do you actually love your neighbor, or do you just offer the classes?

Be careful of what you believe from a man written book.
You can see with your heart, just stop and take a look.
Practice what you preach, before you are among the dearly departed.
Listen when he speaks and don’t leave him broken hearted.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Kitchin Avatar
October 11, 2023 at 4:08 PM
Mark, a powerful poem, well done.
Koplin Avatar
October 13, 2023 at 7:07 AM
Thank you Tania, it was meant to make a person think
Allison Avatar
October 11, 2023 at 2:14 PM
thought provoking piece of real poetry Mark:-) hugs jan xx
Koplin Avatar
October 13, 2023 at 7:06 AM
Thank you my friend!!
Vaso Avatar
October 11, 2023 at 12:27 AM
I know this is hard to believe, but I actually read a troll here call the people he picked on trolls, bizarre to say the least.
Koplin Avatar
October 13, 2023 at 7:06 AM
I wonder what is flock would think if I started posting screenshots I have saved from this genius
Lane Avatar
October 11, 2023 at 3:30 PM
I beg your pardon, your majesty.
Allison Avatar
October 11, 2023 at 2:13 PM
my ears pricked up at the mention of poop don't steal my line Lin lol:-) hugs jan xx
Lane Avatar
October 11, 2023 at 2:01 PM
Au contraire mon frère. That's the MO of that particular troll who paints himself as a peacemaker, when in reality each time he shows up, poop hits the fan.
Vaso Avatar
October 11, 2023 at 12:24 AM
Loved this write Mark, Cheers
Koplin Avatar
October 13, 2023 at 7:05 AM
Thanks bud!
Jones Avatar
October 10, 2023 at 11:03 PM
Great questions making great impact. Great poem.
Koplin Avatar
October 13, 2023 at 7:04 AM
Thanks Karen, I appreciate that!
M  Avatar
October 10, 2023 at 8:40 PM
Extremely beautiful Mark!! Debx
Koplin Avatar
October 13, 2023 at 7:04 AM
Thank you so much Deb!!
Lane Avatar
October 10, 2023 at 7:44 PM
Judgements are not ours to make and vengeance is not ours to take. Those who judge others are judged by the only one whose decision matters. This is very well written.
Koplin Avatar
October 13, 2023 at 7:03 AM
Thanks Lin! We definitely have some here who are a bit judgy
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace