It Would Not Be So Painful

it would not be so painful
if you didn't claim to be
a follower of the "WAY"
claiming to love
as He loved

It would not be so painful
if you didn't know any better
but you do
you do
and still you do what you do
and say what you say

It would not be so painful
if you were courageous
and owned up to your wrong
showed you're morally strong
ethically brave
eager to save a relationship gone wrong

It would not be so painful
if you practiced what you preach

No, it would not be so painful
but it is...
it is...

expectations are thorns in the flesh
that rip and tear
when they are not met
by those who are supposed to "care"

I guess nominal is Ok
Nominal Christians
who cling to the name
forgetting the shame
of letting him down
by not loving the...."unlovely"
by forgetting what he said:

"And if you greet only your own people, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that?" (Matthew 5: 46)

It's Ok...

One day....it will all be Ok....just not today.


Eileen Manassian
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Vaso Avatar
September 24, 2016 at 11:28 PM
As I drift among old poems I hope today is a better day, I really enjoyed this poem, I can always feel the emotions flowing when you write!
Gregory Avatar
June 20, 2016 at 9:53 PM
Deep piece, you express well the contrast in our action oppose to the teaching
Underwood Avatar
May 14, 2016 at 4:03 PM
A deep and very meaningful poem Eileen, being a Christian is not an easy path to always follow and we can become so lost for a while it can be hard finding the way back
Makama Avatar
May 12, 2016 at 11:33 AM
Straight from the heart with a cleanser for the mind. A powerful seven and an absolute wonder.
Lawless Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 1:32 PM
HEY!!! Some of my best friends are Pagans.
Callus Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 11:02 AM
Hypocrites do exist, but not all those who fail to live up to their beliefs are hypocrites. None of us are perfect, and it's those who think they are that turn out to be the worst offenders. It is easy to criticize and condemn...I have learnt to smile and ignore! hugs // paul
Manassian Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 11:04 AM
Hello, dear one. I am in no way perfect, and I know this to be true. I'm sure I've disappointed others; however, there is always room to grow and change. Thanks for your comment, dear. I've been to visit our collab on your page. I'm happy.
Carlton Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 10:58 AM
Very heart warming message you have here. I was a long time ago born a Catholic but haven't practiced utilizing Christianity in my every day life. So if this is what practicing what you preach, then maybe I shouldn't write any poems of Godliness, Eileen...
Manassian Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 11:07 AM
Utilizing Christianity...interesting observation, Eva. It it natural to those who have a living relationship with God...it isn't a conscious effort, but an overflow of what's on the inside. My relationship with God is not what it once was due to some reasons, but I know that He is patient with me. We are all works in progress.
Lamoureux Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 7:34 AM
Yes it can be painful when someone's actions don't match their profession of faith. I can feel the angst in this piece.
Manassian Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 10:16 AM
It only hurts when you care, Richard. Unfortunately, I have yet to develop that tough skin that I need in life. I don't know if I'll ever change. Sometimes....you just expect more..from others and from yourself. I've dishonored His name as well. Sometime for us all to think about.
Trifiatis Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 5:28 AM
God bless you for this highly inspiring message that carries the echo of our Lord's Voice dearest, Eileen! A seven!
Manassian Avatar
May 2, 2016 at 10:13 AM
Efkharisto.....merikes fores....then andekho pia. Thank you for always being on my side, dear Poet. God bless.
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