Seeing Flaws
The Pharisee took up his position and spole his prayer to himself
“O God
thank You that I am not like the rest of humanity-greedy
dishonest, adulterous-or even like His tax collector.” Luke 18:11
While visiting my daughter’s home
Llast summer
I noticed that weeds undertaking
Her luscious flower garden
Although I resisted the impulse
To mention it to her
I still will judge her a little
Any feelings of superiority I had quickly vanished
When I watered my yard later
That day and discovered an abundant crop of weeds in my own garden
How easily tempting today on so many levels
Both personal and corporate
I know that it is only when I take time for quiet meditation that I notice where my sincere desire to grow in faith
Hope and love has become tainted with self-righteousness
Terri Mifek
Turned to Poetry: Jac R. M.
Poetry Form: Free Verse
Copyright © Jacqueline R. Mendoza | Year Posted 2021
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