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Perfection and Men

Perfection and Men Abraham lived obediently; God’s favor, right choices bought. From Sodom, nephew, Lot, was brought; righteous ones sought were not. Sodom and Gomorrah to death were laid; sinful ways delayed. Abraham, and his family blessed lived God’s goodly ways. Noah, a righteous man of God, heeded the Father’s will. He built an ark of gopher wood; though mockery was shrill. Everywhere the land was dry and there was no rain in sight. Steadfastly, he and his sons worked with never ending might. Job, a man of ancient days, he the devil did withstand. And learned to live life perfectly blessed by God above men. Satan came with dreadful days; stripped him of every song. Job suffered all manner of ills; his faith in God stayed strong. Perfection of a life ill trod may seem forever gone. A harlot, once not stoned by man, sang, repented of wrong. “Go and sin no more.” Christ said, as He helped her to her feet. Hopefulness given directions, perfection her entreat. Jesus Christ, the Son of God was the Savior of the world. He sacrificed His will to God; His perfection unfurled. Silently with no ill thoughts He received the plight for sin. Bonds of death could not contain His eternal gift to men. Amen © Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen December 30, 2009

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Date: 12/31/2009 12:02:00 PM
Excellent write Dane. Perfection still possible tho not many pursue. Some examples would surley help, Maybe! One Soon.Smile! Sincerely, Love, Moses
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Date: 12/30/2009 10:13:00 AM
I thank you for writing and sharing your poetry with us here at PoetrySoup Dane Ann. I offer you warm greeting for the New Year with best wishes to you on your writing endeavors in 2010 whatever they may be. Love, Carol
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Date: 12/30/2009 9:17:00 AM
Really enjoyed reading. The progession of Bible characters from stanza to stanza was interesting. Like a set of Bible-school flash cards building up the big guy himself. Thanks for sharing.
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Date: 12/30/2009 8:10:00 AM
Beautifully penned. Do you have a gallery online? May I pick one of your canvas for my poetry...thankfully to you and for commenting my poem-track knack. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
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Date: 12/30/2009 8:07:00 AM
A testimony of faith and inspiration, Dane Ann. Well done...a fine start for the New Year! ~ Love, Carrie
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Date: 12/30/2009 7:01:00 AM
Next to last stanza. She was caught in the very act so the "Bible" says so where was the man? But she received salvation that day Glory. The last stanza is excellent. Keep up the faith writing. Sara
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Date: 12/30/2009 6:36:00 AM
a beautiful write, love the possibility of a shining sun coming into the room of darkness, and happens as it does with all phases. Enjoyed this and have great day. :)
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