Its Raining

How many “good” deeds were done in the earth. Believe me,
it wasn’t all bad. No one counted on Noah’s preach being right.

ITs RAINING

Alive and well whilst hell’s on fire.
Whistles and bells, I know you hear!
Your sole is hot, the coals conspire.
That breath could be your last to fear.

“I did a deed that’s good! See that?”
Your chest thrust out…they’re adding up.
What does God see, previewing stat?
The question is, “What’s your back up?”

Are you a god? Beat your record?
Mere man, what can you do - that good?
Do you think you deserve award?
Do you rely on stone and wood?

We are cursed men who miss the mark.
Caught in deluge, except the ark.

5/10/2023
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Pandit Avatar
May 12, 2023 at 4:55 AM
Thought provoking write, Kim. We are cursed men who miss the mark----so true. A reflective poem that makes one pause and think.
Rodrigues Avatar
May 12, 2023 at 6:54 AM
Thank you, Vijay! Have a wonderful weekend, my dear friend!
Buhagiar Avatar
May 12, 2023 at 12:47 AM
So much imagery. Brilliant allusion to Noah and the deluge.
Rodrigues Avatar
May 12, 2023 at 6:54 AM
Thank you, sweet Victor! Hugs ~ Kim
Wolf Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 6:38 PM
You have flooded my mind with images, Kim. Thank you... And Happy Mother's Day Weekend to you! :) gw
Rodrigues Avatar
May 12, 2023 at 6:54 AM
Thank you so much, Gershon! Blessings!
Turner Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 8:38 AM
Speaking of deluge! Its raining so hard I may need an ark!. Works alone, won't get anyone to heaven. Especially if one is keeping score. I enjoyed my read, Kim. Happy Mother's Day young lady:)
Rodrigues Avatar
May 11, 2023 at 8:52 AM
So true! How foolish to think we can do enough good for even one mark against us meant death…it is are wages for sin. But God’s mercy and grace offers life, but won’t force it. Only through our free will. God bless you, Daniel! Thank you so much for staying involved with PS! You are a sweet presence! Stay dry and safe. Thank you for the HMD!
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