Nails

It was for you The cross encumbered my shoulder Walking in love I lumbered to the top of Calvery With undying certainty It was for you Sorrow clawed my face Clutching my soul Like a ravenous bird My love forgiving The nails carelessly hammered through The hands reaching out to you Love crucified Still my heart melts within my breast When I feel you close your heart When I hear your empty words Words like nails Piercing the bone Grieving me crucified O my child, Truth is love exemplified.

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Laura Leiser

Date: 4/12/2019 8:37:00 PM

Your well penned words exemplify Jesus’ sacrifice for us so well, Barbara. Such love was shown to us as the spotless Lamb of God suffered on that cross for our sins. Great write!

Barbara Aquila
Date: 4/14/2019 5:13:00 PM

Thank you Laura. Yes, I am in awe of the love Jesus has for us. I want to remember this daily so that my actions reflect my gratitude. The best way I can do this is to love my neighbor . Amen?