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If You Preach it, Live it

Have you ever been told what you should believe?
Or, if the words of such a person are meant to deceive.
Do you know someone who uses his mouth to preach
but doesn't live by his words. They're a figment of speech.

I have been told that peace is that person's ultimate goal
But I'm not sold on his act if he's merely playing a role.
If he doesn't live by the same standards of his word,
his lips aren't conveying anything that should be heard.

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Abdullah Alhemaidy November 26, 2024 at 5:39 AM Wonderful title! Wonderful poem! A favorite :-) Great write ~ AA Lin Lane November 26, 2024 at 5:44 AM Thank you very much, AA.

John Lawless November 26, 2024 at 5:39 AM while trying to "walk the walk" I often trip over my tongue... Lin Lane November 26, 2024 at 5:46 AM That's only because you have a lot to say, John. At least you're not tongue tied. I'm listening.

Tom Cunningham November 25, 2024 at 11:51 PM As we get older and wiser we avoid those hypocrites and those displaying narcissistic behaviour. We don't need them in our lives. Tom Lin Lane November 26, 2024 at 5:23 AM We can avoid them until they make a nuisance of themselves and then we need to use bug spray. They DO enjoy continuously buzzing in our ears, but it's not words of wisdom. Let it be? LOL Thanks, Tom.

Kim Rodrigues November 25, 2024 at 1:15 PM Very true! What fruit does your life produce… Lin Lane November 26, 2024 at 5:21 AM We'd better make sure it's ripe to be enjoyable. Sour fruit has been hanging on the vine too long... rotten to the core. Thanks a bunch, Kim.

Ilene Bauer November 25, 2024 at 12:44 PM well said, lin! it's infuriating to hear such hypocrisy on a daily basis. i've chosen not to listen to it and have trouble understanding why so many still do... Lin Lane November 25, 2024 at 12:47 PM My opinion is if people want to hear it or read it, share it, but if not, keep walking. Thanks, Ilene.

Duke Beaufort November 25, 2024 at 12:23 PM Lin, yes very wise! Could there be anyone this could possibly refer to? I left someone a comment you might not see. Q: How many people can fit in a room with a narcissist liar? A: Depends on how their coffins stack up! Hey, talk seems cheap these days. Take care! Lin Lane November 25, 2024 at 12:32 PM hmmm... probably only one; the narcissist would want the entire room to him/herself. Nice to see you, Duke. I love how you stand your ground.

Jan Allison November 25, 2024 at 12:13 PM AMEN to that Lin, wise words indeed!! hugs jan xx Lin Lane November 25, 2024 at 12:31 PM I thought you might appreciate this one, Jan. If ya talk the talk, you gotta walk the walk.