Religion

when it comes time to go
are you ready, do you know
is it coming fast or slow
sometimes we just don't know

is your house in order
have you made peace with your soul
is everything ready
just in case you go

are you leaving loved ones
is there anyone that matters
will they know where you've gone
did you leave a pattern

if the life you lived, should decided
where would you go if you died
is there something that you can do
to live again before your through

where will you place your ever living soul
who is there to trust to give us our goal
have you listened and obeyed
to that voice that tells the way

if you have not thought of these things
and yet you've thought of death
then what should you expect
when you find you have no life left
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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December 30, 2010 at 5:08 PM
I love te way you are always full of passion. Enjoyed your poem. Stopping by to wish you lots of cheers & joy this comming new year.. May you always find new ways to share your talent and imagination with us here at the soup. Happy new year to you and your family,, God bless,.miss.p.d.
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November 7, 2010 at 4:10 PM
Some eternal questions here, John. You end this strong with an increasing tension on the words that I like and that brings the reader to a climax. Nice ending. Regards, Gerard.
Anish Avatar
November 5, 2010 at 7:17 PM
Interesting poem! I can forgive you for your unfortunate politics if you keep writing interesting pieces. Yours Matthew Anish
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November 5, 2010 at 7:13 AM
We never really know"whence cometh the hour"I suppose we should live in readiness all the time.I should think so long as we try our best,Love God and love others we can do no more.Because all three encompass the right way to live.Bearing in mind we're human so as you say, listen to the voice of Truth to guide us.You have a very loving heart John revealed through your words.These thoughts can reach and inspire others.Thank you for sharing them Also thank you for your kind remarks Love June (S)
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October 31, 2010 at 5:25 PM
John, I have missed some of your work while I was on the road. This piece is particularly moving to me because I have thought of all these things and the impact one life has upon the world. I don't want to leave this world without telling everyone I care about how much they mean to me. And that includes you. Love, Carolyn
Dufresne Avatar
October 29, 2010 at 2:07 PM
All excellent questions John. Thoughts that should always be taken into consideration. As Christ said...life on earth is but a vapor and then it is gone---so we must live accordingly. Great poem
Wellington Avatar
October 28, 2010 at 7:46 PM
Hey, John L, thanks for your read on my words. Love this, your write. Very deep words to contemplate. Joy (Jew)
Smith-Johnsen Avatar
October 28, 2010 at 1:48 AM
Great poem, John iii. Reconciliation of one's soul is the most important goal in life. You have asked it well. Thanks for sharing. I hope you are doing well after so many sadnesses. God be with you, my friend.
Sweetheart Avatar
October 27, 2010 at 8:21 PM
great message to the reader John and one we all need to read luv.. enjoyed your creative theme tonight and thankxxx for your special and warm welcome comments on my poetry reads ..luv..
Babcock Avatar
October 27, 2010 at 7:50 AM
A thought provoking poem as to where we want to spend eternity and whether we have things in order for those we leave behind. God Bless Phyl
Kendrick Avatar
October 27, 2010 at 4:37 AM
John, very good topic and good presentation..Where we spend eternity is the most important decision in our life....Sad that some people don't see that ..I hope that your poem touches many lives...I appreciate you stopping by and commenting on my work...Yes, it is still warm here in the south in the afternoon especially..The guord vines are still green that is the ones that survived the hot dry weather of summer..Have a great day!Sara
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October 27, 2010 at 3:07 AM
1stJohn 1:7...John 17:3...Matt. 11:6, and Psalm 55:22, in that order, I think, yet who am I; but a messanger. Great write dear poet ! much love, james
Haick Avatar
October 26, 2010 at 8:45 PM
A very good question we all need to ponder, John.. Many times we take things for granted and we need to be reminded that this is not our "home". ..Audrey
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October 26, 2010 at 3:36 PM
your wisdom is showing!
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