Richard Lamoureux Poet Free verse

Seeker

Seeker

I searched long and far
for a good man
a kind and Holy man
One who was not consumed
by wealth
position
power
or lust

I wished to meet
a compassionate 
loving
selfless man
Who was 
Fearless
Bold
Yet slow to anger

Instead
I found 
scared feeble men
Who had not kept their vows
They were liars and adulterers 
Covetous and weak

In each of their limitations 
I recognized 
My own failures
My ego
My appetites
My selfishness
and so I felt ashamed

I cried to God
Are there no good men?
God comforted me
Revealing the true nature of man
Their kindness 
Their Love
Their Loyalty
Their striving 
Their beauty 

God Removed my shame
For that was what separated us
Shame prevented me from 
Seeing
Knowing and being
a good man

Then behold 
my blind eyes became clear
I could see 
Good men
Kind men
Both Holy and flawed men
As I looked into their eyes 
I knew there was hope

And I thanked God

Copyright March 4th, 2021
Richard Lamoureux

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Michael Ellis April 11, 2021 at 12:21 PM I like the Point of view here. At first it seems like the Narrator has to be a woman but as you keep reading this is not a gender poem at all but a Universal message from the poet to focus on the taller trees in the orchard and not to yield to the rotten apples on the ground. I really liked the resolution verse..Great ending and a healing message Richard Lamoureux April 11, 2021 at 6:31 PM Thanks Michael, a very thoughtful analysis. Thank for the visit Michael.

Suzette Richards March 18, 2021 at 11:13 PM Sitting in judgement of others is often easier than searching our own hearts for the motives of our actions. Looking at the world with compassion is the beginning of understanding. "until his heart becomes exposed to light"… ~Rumi (as I quote in my poem The Seeker). Deep thoughts and an eye-opener, Rick. ~Sus Richard Lamoureux March 19, 2021 at 6:38 AM What a great response. Blessings Rick.

John Hamilton March 16, 2021 at 12:53 PM Thanks for posting this insightful write Rick. I think some "Christians" because they're "saved" have a tendency to be judgmental, feeling superior to others because of God's mercy shown to them. Seems to be so contrary to Christs message. God and Jesus are perfect and can read hearts and can know the inner person. None of us have to right to judge others, we are so flawed how could our judgement be otherwise? Richard Lamoureux March 19, 2021 at 6:37 AM You express this well. Blessings John.

Edward Ibeh March 16, 2021 at 12:25 PM What a beautiful, inspirational piece, Richard:-) It was a joy to read!

Ansar Mohammed March 9, 2021 at 6:25 PM Hi Richard, I've been reading your poems and I must comment on your great depth of words. I'm inspired by your ingenuity and creativity. Yet another great piece. Cheers! - Ansar :) Richard Lamoureux March 10, 2021 at 5:08 AM What a great comment. You made my morning. Blessings Richard.

Susan Lawrence March 9, 2021 at 7:28 AM ...so beautiful and revealing Richard. It is heart opening and raw and real. I loved "shame prevented me from seeing" and then the shame was lifted not to see perfection , but to see both Holy and flawed men. I love the message of hope. Blessings are everywhere. All best to you, Susan :) Richard Lamoureux March 10, 2021 at 5:10 AM If I could Favourite a comment this would be high on the list. Thanks so much for your generous comment.

Jennifer Proxenos March 5, 2021 at 12:03 PM God is good and forgives us all as no human on earth is perfectly good, how many are there of Mother Theresa's, or Nelson Mandelas, or Mahatma Ghandis a handful, the rest of us all need forgiving - not you any more Rick, God has forgiven you, how wonderful and how peaceful - a glorious poem. Hugs and blessings. Jennifer. Richard Lamoureux March 5, 2021 at 3:33 PM Great comment. The reality is we are all forgiven we just have to accept our invitation to the Royal Banquet. Not all who are invited will share in the bounty. Hugs Rick.

Eileen Manassian March 5, 2021 at 7:32 AM Powerful write. So thankful God is merciful. Richard Lamoureux March 5, 2021 at 7:56 AM Indeed. ;0)

Paul Callus March 3, 2021 at 8:28 AM You explain your thoughts well and with sincerity, and the message comes out clear, Richard. None of us are perfect, and personally I'd never be able to throw the first stone! ~ Regards // paul Richard Lamoureux March 4, 2021 at 6:42 AM Ditto! Thanks for adding your thoughts. ;0)

Brandy Nicole March 2, 2021 at 7:46 PM Outward imperfections keep us from being able to truly see the heart. "My blind eyes became clear, I could see" Such a beautiful thought. This is tender and uplifting, all at the same time. ~ Brandy Richard Lamoureux March 3, 2021 at 6:38 AM Aww, thanks Brandy. Hugs Rick.

Harry Horsman March 2, 2021 at 6:56 PM Wow Richard, do we already have what we seek for ? I wonder, your poem really does bring the subject home to me. Yes i'm questioning my own existences after reading this gem...You once left a comment that my poem had inspire you to write a poem of your own,,This one applies to me to do the same.. Richard Lamoureux March 3, 2021 at 6:37 AM I look forward to reading what you come up with. Thanks for such a great comment, you made my morning Harry.

Demetrios Trifiatis March 2, 2021 at 6:30 AM Marvelously written my dearest friend, Richard! Profound and enlightening! Thank you for your comment! I have replied to it! Have a look! Blessings Richard Lamoureux March 2, 2021 at 7:00 AM Thanks Demetrios, I will check out your response.

Bj Legros Kelley March 1, 2021 at 5:35 PM Oh this is beautiful! Yes, this world is flawed, and sadly each of us as well, but isn't it wonderful that we have a perfect God that loves us? He allows us to walk in that very mercy we find in Him as well as receive it for our own. The biggest pet peeve I have read from Jesus was that He was angry at those that judged others, seeing themselves as entitled to honor. What a beautiful write this is. Also, I want to thank you for hosting the Valentine contest, I am so very blessed and honored! Richard Lamoureux March 2, 2021 at 5:54 AM Amen to both comments BJ. I appreciate that you have so much thought to what I wrote. Blessings my new friend. Bj Legros Kelley March 1, 2021 at 9:24 PM I remember feeling the same way, looking for perfection in others, hoping that I could learn to be perfect if I could just find out how. But 'GOODNESS', that is a whole nuther' ballgame. When we see through the lenses of love, we are not looking for perfection, and we find so much goodness in others. What a beautiful gift. Free to love our neighbors as ourselves! Sorry for commenting again, but I so relate to where you once were. I'm so glad our blinders are gone, yay!

Suzette Richards March 1, 2021 at 11:19 AM Yes, there is hope for mankind. All we need is a compassionate outlook. Loved this inspired write. ~ Sus Richard Lamoureux March 1, 2021 at 4:11 PM Thanks Sus. ;0)

Rama Balasubramanian March 1, 2021 at 5:51 AM In each of their limitations I recognized My own failures. My favourite lines. Wonderful write, what we see depends on our vision, positive or negative. Dualities are an integral part of creation, permeates all. Richard Lamoureux March 1, 2021 at 6:58 AM Thanks Rama. Hugs Rick.

Anitha Jayasankar March 1, 2021 at 3:38 AM What a beautiful poem with an apt title Richard. We see the beauty of a good soul by ignoring their little flaws and with our unprejudiced eyes. Last three lines, too good. God bless.. ~ Ani Richard Lamoureux March 1, 2021 at 5:50 AM Thanks Anitha, blessings to you as well.

Andrea Dietrich February 28, 2021 at 7:23 PM this is lovely. There ARE good ones out there, just a bit far and few between. You are one of the good ones. Richard Lamoureux February 28, 2021 at 10:04 PM You are sweet Andrea. I think there is a good man and woman within each person. My hope is that humanity can access it’s better angels.

Gershon Wolf February 28, 2021 at 5:49 PM Ah! The eyes have it! Seek and seek again. Great write, Richard! Thanks, Gershon Richard Lamoureux February 28, 2021 at 6:17 PM ;0) Thanks my friend.

Carolyn Devonshire February 28, 2021 at 11:20 AM There ARE good men, Richard, and good women as well. I like the way you started to grow after God "removed" your shame. Blessings for you, Carolyn Richard Lamoureux February 28, 2021 at 12:58 PM Yes, I am blessed to be with a good woman. Thanks for your kind words. Hugs Rick.

Alexis Y. February 28, 2021 at 9:59 AM WoW! Richard, What a well-written and insightful write. I could relate to it very much. I liked the poem a lot, but the lines” I cried to God, Are there no good men?God comforted me,Revealing the true nature of man, Their kindness,Their Love,Their Loyalty, Their striving, Their beauty,”It really spoke to me. Perhaps they’re blind and not able to see their own true nature. This is a life-changing kind of write; I hope many soupers see your remarkable message. It's going straight into my favs. Have a wonderful day:-)Alexis Richard Lamoureux February 28, 2021 at 12:59 PM Reading this comment has made writing this piece worthwhile. If I could favorite a comment, this would be on the list. Hugs Rick.

Tom Cunningham February 28, 2021 at 6:30 AM I think many of us can relate to your verse Richard and we should never give up seeking because only then will we find the right answers. Tom Richard Lamoureux February 28, 2021 at 6:41 AM Thanks Tom.

Vijay Pandit February 28, 2021 at 4:03 AM This is quite insightful and inspirational poem, Richard. You delivered the message beautifully. Richard Lamoureux February 28, 2021 at 5:46 AM Thanks Vijay, much appreciated.