Mourning Mist Poet Free verse

Prayer and Action

I remember learning from the first minister I had. I thought I had to only pray to 
obtain things, it was my faith in such a GOD. He kindly gave me insight

 he said "Ted, it is prayer and action"
I replied " what do you mean action?"
he said " Do you get a job before applying for it?"
I replied "No, that is silly, we have to apply ourselves first"
he said " exactly, God calls you to act upon his desires, so he can make the prayer a 
reality in some cases Ted"

The moral of this story is, if you need justice you have to act. A rapist is not just 
caught by prayer, they are caught by the police. They act.

If you need to reach for what is remaining of your dignity, you need to act.

This week I apply myself to act,

and know God will heeds my action to turn it into a prayer.

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Jim Pemberton May 19, 2011 at 5:39 AM May we all be encouraged to pray and seek the Lord...

Victoria Cormier May 12, 2011 at 10:52 AM You commented twice on one of my poems.I didn't understand the connection to my poem for most of what you wrote. After reading two of yours to get the feel of you, I now understand where your head may or may not be at. I always enjoy receiving feedback in the form of comments or suggestions on my poems. However, not from the twilight zone. Peace be with you...