Joanna Daniel Poet Rhyme

Story of a Tree

Date: 04.08.2026

A tree once was I...
Let me tell you why
you'll remember me
till eternity... 

I once was so strong
To this earth, belonged
Cherished and rooted
Old and reputed

Then came a day blue
I was cut in two
They clamped me harshly
Made me smooth, bark-free

I was at a loss
Turned into a Cross
He carried me slow
We became a show

Then Simon was called
Me, he slowly hauled
Up Golgotha Mount
A harsh, rough surmount

Jesus, Son of God
Behind me did plod
Me, planted again
But He bore all pain

Cross of Calvary
Christ was hung on me
I never did think
I'd have a God-link

This is my story
Used for God's glory
I'll be remembered
For I surrendered. 



{This Week's Poetry Challenge: Tree's Perspective}

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Andrea Dietrich August 4, 2026 at 11:37 PM This is so lovely. I recently came across a really cool article about the importance of trees in scriptures. The tree in Eden. Gethsemane and other trees throughout the Bible. Jesus places great importance on them

Tania Kitchin August 4, 2026 at 4:39 PM Joanna, a beautiful poem and ending.

Beryl Edmonds August 4, 2026 at 10:15 AM A beautiful story Joanna, about the tree that became the Cross of Calvery… Beryl

Alison A Smith August 4, 2026 at 6:39 AM This a wonderful interpretation of a tree.

Abdullah Alhemaidy August 4, 2026 at 6:23 AM Hello Joanna :-) I love trees, specially big ones! Very interesting poem! Enjoyed read :-) Have a nice day with my best wishes ~ AA

Valsa George August 4, 2026 at 5:31 AM When we surrender before God, He will work wonders for us. You have given the tree divine dimensions. Beautiful rhyming poem, Joanna.