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Salute To a Man of God

Psalm 116:15 of the Scriptures declares, “Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his saints.”

That truth speaks well of the heavenly promotion of a man of God.  As one who has been blessed by his life, I want this poem to testify of my gratefulness to the Lord for using this Pastor to fulfill His assigned task in reaching out to others for them to come to know the Saviour Jesus Christ. 

Praise God for Pastor Eddie Porto and his life, blessed truly
Always assertive, he testified of the Creator’s greatness constantly.
Saved and sanctified is he thru His trust in the Lord
Trusting Him as his Saviour according to His Word.
Obedient to the Master, he followed His sovereign leadership
Resting in Him, he found rejuvenation-revival in His sweet fellowship.

Exemplifying stewardship-faithfulness
Diligently, he trained young preachers with steadfastness.
Doing God’s will by the Holy Spirit’s fortification
Influencing others through consistent Scripture-impartation
Earnestly, he expounded Bible doctrines with the Lord’s empowerment
Preaching zealously the Messiah’s grace-enrichment.
Offering to the Lord his utmost and best
Ready now is he to receive his reward of full harvest.
To God be the glory for Pastor Eddie Porto’s victory
Only wrought by the Lord along His Gospel story.

May we, his children, grand-children and great grand children in the faith, be inspired by this Pastor as we salute him for his Christ-centered and faith-anchored legacy, and be reminded of one of his favorite verses: “For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21).

August 23, 2018
Acrostic/Couplet
1st place, "To Honor My Hero" Poetry Writing Contest
Sponsored by Anoucheka Gangabissoon; judged on 8/18/2022.

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Christuraj Alex Date: 8/18/2022 11:59:00 PM Beata has every way out to connect with scripture. This is another. Congratulations! Login to Reply

Paula Goldsmith Date: 8/18/2022 11:30:00 AM Congratulations on your win. A lovely tribute to your Pastor. Have a great/blessed day.................................. Login to Reply

Sam Kauffman Date: 8/18/2022 10:07:00 AM What a beautiful tribute Beata! You always raise others up in your humble way - a true gift from a compassionate heart. Congratulations on your win. Blessings! Login to Reply

Connie Marcum Wong Date: 8/18/2022 7:20:00 AM Your lovely poem exalts your own faith and love for the Lord Beata. This is a beautiful tribute to one who has done much to spread God’s word. Congratulations on your first place win my friend. Blessings xxoo Login to Reply

Joe Maverick Date: 9/23/2018 5:37:00 AM Hello Beata, I see you received great inspiration from your familial pastor, it is not an easy task to carry out this post, I have seen some terrible situations, but to read this piece that is from your heart, is so uplifting. I can say without a doubt he will be in his true home now, and the quality of his existence will be unparelled, The world we see here, although magnificent is but a pale shadow compared to the home of God.' Login to Reply Beata Agustin Date: 9/23/2018 9:20:00 PM Praise God! Thanks for your comments. The said Pastor was used by the Lord to lead my Pastor and others to come to know the Almighty God, Saviour and Master. Indeed, you're right in asserting that "The world we see here, although magnificent is but a pale shadow compared to the home of God." We thank God for assuring us His home through our faith in Jesus Christ, our Saviour. God bless you.