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Showing Mercy Is Kindness

A tiny grudge can 
grow into rage and make one
very merciless.

To feel peace inside:
one must allow forgiveness
replace unkindness.

Turn around and shake
the hand of your enemy,
undo the vile act.

Who is loved by God:
the hater or forgiver?
Be that one and love.

Selfishness is an
unholy act, but showing 
mercy is kindness.


Written on 8/19/2016

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Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 8/22/2016 4:38:00 AM

So true Andrew. Congratulations on your wonderful win! 7 ; )

Andrew Crisci
Date: 8/22/2016 7:33:00 AM

Good morning, Connie. Thank you for your kind comment. I am glad that you liked my poem. It"s always a pleasure to hear from you. After a short break from PoetrySoup, I am in full swing again. I wish you a wonderful day. Warmest Regards, Andrew.

James Inman

Date: 8/21/2016 12:50:00 PM

A very thoughtful write Andrew.

Andrew Crisci
Date: 8/22/2016 7:45:00 AM

Hi, James. Thank you for your kind comment. I love a positive response to my poetry, it"s encouraging and at the same time thrilling. Sharing my poetry with other poets is sheer joy, God bless you for your kindness. I will check out your poetry and comment on it. Have a blessed day, my friend. Warmest Regards, Andrew.

Beautiful Scars

Date: 8/21/2016 10:48:00 AM

Andrew, you are right about tiny grudges turning into a whole different problem...lovely poem dear man...congrats on your placement and thank you very much for being a part of my contest :)-luloo

Andrew Crisci
Date: 8/23/2016 9:39:00 AM

Thank you Laura for my placement in your Forgiveness contest. I am very thrilled to be a winner. There's no greater joy for a poet to be recognized and honored. Have a wonderful day. Warmest Regards, Andrew.

Daniel Turner

Date: 8/19/2016 9:00:00 PM

God loves both, Andrew. Hopefully he will have mercy on me, a poor sinner. Great write!

Andrew Crisci
Date: 8/19/2016 9:50:00 PM

Thank you Daniel for your comment. I hope you are doing ok. Don"t forget to pray...prayers strengthen faith. God loves us and shows His mercy towards all. He is a Father of love and forgiveness. Ask Him and you will receive. Enjoy your night and say hello to Buddy for me... he is your Guardian Angel. Warm Regards, Andrew.