Indelible

If you listen to the words of this song your soul will display.
Nearer to the truth of faith, will all the words show truth.
Do it in the name of Heaven, be justified in the end.
Every time I recall this line, my heart flutters in dismay.
Lost treasure on mountain, to die for it would be uncouth.
Intelligence to be your guide, all their treasure would send.
Building greed and destruction, sharing was offered to all.
Let peace shine upon the earth, good will and love to all men.
Every war has been fought for good, though it served only sin.








“One Tin Soldier” is the song that had an everlasting thought and impression upon my life.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2009

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Smith-Johnsen Avatar
June 18, 2009 at 3:48 AM
Wow! Cecil, this is another nicely penned poem. I especially like the power punch of the last line. Prayerfully, we ideally could obtain world peace if we each remembered that last line and worked toward understanding, one heart at a time. I love this poem. Lovingly, Dane Ann
Burton Avatar
June 13, 2009 at 9:39 PM
Enjoyed this poetry.... loved how you gave back faith at a moment of darkness. Enjoyed annd enjoy ya nght.
Shango Avatar
June 6, 2009 at 6:07 AM
My friend, for heaven we should do all things, because we do all things through him who strengtheneth us. It is a wonderful write ... and with all thanksgiving ... your words written on my poem is a blessing.
Strand Avatar
June 4, 2009 at 11:38 PM
Thank you for supporting my contest Cecil.Rgds Brian
Devonshire Avatar
June 4, 2009 at 10:21 PM
Mail for you!
Devonshire Avatar
June 4, 2009 at 9:26 PM
You know I love that song, Cecil. And to think that war was waged to find a treasure that bore a single, ironic message: "Peace on earth was all it said." Have we learned from this song? Some of us have, but not nearly enough. Rock on, Billy Jack, you're my hero! Love, Carolyn (and you have mail)
Sheart Avatar
June 4, 2009 at 9:23 PM
Hi Cecil Powerful message,very well written. Truly enjoyed. Take care Love Light Truth Patricia
Shango Avatar
June 4, 2009 at 9:18 PM
Powerful statements of truth .. . indelible faith .. great write.
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