Looking Through the Eyes of God

It's not like children wearing color glasses,
Or like the spectacles protecting our eyes;
Jaundiced eyes are Like carnivorous glances,
Everything seems like preys in many a guise.

Isn't every human a true image of God?
Am I to reduce or offend anyone?
Didn't Jesus love even those who were a fraud?
Sacrificed his life for every frail human?

The Sadducees and Pharisees with their jaundiced eyes,
Thought themselves, caretakers of the Judaism;
They found Jesus was a man with no bias,
Yet, they threw on him mountains of criticism.

Though my eyes are jaundiced by my upbringing,
I have the freedom to change my perspectives;
I need to feel the goodness in me springing,
And end all disdain and intolerances.

I am given this life as a gift herein,
Using it or misusing is my judgment;
I know that the fullness of my life therein,
Will be the outcome of my true commitment…

Let me hearken to the call of the Spirit,
Lovingly embrace each brother and sister;
Look at them with eyes with no bias inbuilt;
Just like looking through the eyes of God's glister.

“Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life” (Proverbs 4:23)

21 June 2021
Jaundiced Eye Poetry Contest
Sponsored by: Unseeking Seeker

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Date: 7/2/2021 4:39:00 AM
If we had more humans like you, this world would be a better place Chris. Its becoming harder and harder every day to live like Christ did. I often think, " what would Jesus do" he'd turn the other cheek, wish I was as good as Him, thankyou for sharing this winner poem, you always delight me, congrats !
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Christuraj Alex
Date: 7/7/2021 11:21:00 PM
Thank you very much.
Date: 7/2/2021 1:49:00 AM
Wow! Congrats! God bless you.
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Christuraj Alex
Date: 7/7/2021 11:20:00 PM
Thank you very much.
Date: 7/2/2021 12:10:00 AM
Chris, this is a beautifully written poem of faith spoken with the tenderness of one who sees the life gift everyday. Congratulations and thank you for sharing your faith. Many blessings!
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Christuraj Alex
Date: 7/7/2021 11:20:00 PM
Thank you very much.
Date: 7/1/2021 10:40:00 PM
Dear Chris, thank you for participating in the contest with this insightful read. Congrats on your win! Do have a look at the next contest ‘Tat Tvam Asi’
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Christuraj Alex
Date: 7/2/2021 12:02:00 AM
I thank you sincerely for giving me an opportunity to take part in your contest. You are, indeed, a master poet. I like your works very much.
Date: 6/21/2021 9:06:00 PM
Thanks for sharing this. Delighted am I with your last stanza. God bless you. Thanks likewise for your uplifting comments.
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Christuraj Alex
Date: 6/22/2021 10:48:00 AM
Thank you very much. You are great.
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