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1 Corinthians 12 KJV[the whole chapter] Vs.27."Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular." Proverbs 6:6-8 KJV "Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise: [7] Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler, [8] Provideth her meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest." Matthew 11:28-30 KJV "Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. [29] Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. [30] For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light."
The ant colony In constant motion. Each moving part has a duty, has a job to do. Sacrificing on the altar of family, of society, of community, and civilization. Diligently striving For a better life, a better world. Not being an intricate part of this beautiful industry, this dance of building and creating, Would offer little reward. Peace comes at the end of a long day, Knowing you have done your duty to the utmost of your ability, And trusting those around you to do The same. The human body Each member an intricate piece of the whole. The head being Christ, is the Holy Spirit the heart? We all play an important part! The work we do Although at times stressful, brings about good in this Dark world. So that, the effort is full Of reward! There is good stress and bad stress. The difference is what motivates Us to do good, Or to do nothing, Feeling too overwhelmed Because we've forgotten Our yoke mate is Infallible and unbreakable!

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Date: 8/25/2024 7:35:00 PM
I like your ant analogy Crystol. Those guys are really industrious, and really take care of business. I inadvertently caused a crisis in their world today when I watered my garden, flooding out their space, but they quickly regrouped and got busy. Those guys are gonna be OK! It's nice to feel you have an essential role in a team.
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Date: 8/25/2024 9:57:00 AM
"We all play an important part!" yes as the soldier ant all in order, love that concept. Congratulations on your placement Crystol! Bless your soulful heart ~ hugs Anaya
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Crystol Woods
Date: 8/25/2024 1:17:00 PM
And bless you too dear poet! Thank you for the part you play in this ant colony called poetrysoup! Xo
Date: 8/25/2024 1:42:00 AM
Amazing writing. just love this. Congrats and God bless you. love, Gina
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Crystol Woods
Date: 8/25/2024 1:16:00 PM
Tysm Gina! Just finished bathing in the beauty of your poem...I feel immersed in peace!
Date: 8/24/2024 10:21:00 AM
Congratulations on your win. WOW!!! What a write. I enjoyed reading your lovely "Seijaku" write. FAV for me........  Have a blessed/great day~weekend writing away......................
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Crystol Woods
Date: 8/24/2024 12:01:00 PM
Oh Paula! You send the most encouraging and happy comments! Tysm!! A fav?! Yay!! Ty! Xoxo
Date: 8/24/2024 7:48:00 AM
'The head being Christ, is the Holy Spirit the heart?We all play an important part!' such a pious write. congratulations dear poet. happy writing.
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Crystol Woods
Date: 8/24/2024 12:00:00 PM
I'm honored you think so and grateful you stopped by! Thanks so much! Xo
Date: 8/24/2024 7:09:00 AM
Dear crystol, this is so deeply meaningful and powerful! Very sincere write wel delivered! I love how you used ant colony etc and how youv mentioned we all have a role to play amidst all the stress! Brilliant! Congratulations on your win! Sending you light always
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Crystol Woods
Date: 8/24/2024 11:59:00 AM
Dear Empress of Ink, Thank you for your thoughtful feedback and encouraging words! I receive the light and reflect it right back at you my friend! Xo
Date: 8/24/2024 4:33:00 AM
Deep and emotive religious introspection here... Congratulations on your placement in the contest..
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Crystol Woods
Date: 8/24/2024 11:57:00 AM
Thank you! This was an unusual and interesting contest, I very much enjoyed writing this. I'm honored to be placed and grateful for your time and effort! Xo
Date: 8/1/2024 1:46:00 PM
Beautiful poetic essay on faith and obedience. Each one doing his/her part so that the body is united, complete. A weak link can do much damage. I'm thinking of Achan now...
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Crystol Woods
Date: 8/1/2024 3:06:00 PM
A favorite verse for me is Psalm 61:1-2 KJV the whole chapter is awesome but here's the verses I try to keep in mind... "Hear my cry, O God; attend unto my prayer. [2] From the end of the earth will I cry unto thee, when my heart is overwhelmed: lead me to the rock that is higher than I." I wrote a song about this actually! Imma go look for it! Xo
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Crystol Woods
Date: 8/1/2024 3:01:00 PM
Oh yea for sure...Achan is a great example. So happy to have the knowledge that Jesus is my yoke mate in life... ever able! Xo

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