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The Answer

Take away assumption And let's rule out the guess Push aside the doctrine And see what there is left Strip away emotions Sentiment and pride Then maybe we can start to learn Why Jesus really died The Good Book simply states That death is the wage That sin will surely pay On our final day Christ was but a teacher The best to ever be If you read His spoken word It's "That truth", that'll set you free The world is mostly brainwashed That path is broad and packed More concerned about appearance Instead of how to act Religions teach obedience and burdens man will guilt then pummels him with rules until his spirit starts to wilt Love and only love Is what we are, here to learn To think like Jesus Christ In all that we discern THERE is one that can save you Just look into a mirror Then close your eyes a moment To find him even nearer

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Poet Destroyer A

Date: 4/25/2015 11:05:00 PM

Jerry, Congratulations on your awesome win in Richard Lamoureux's "Tell Me" contest. Have a nice day. LINDA

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 4/25/2015 9:46:00 AM

I got carried away, thanks for entering my contest. Your words have weight!

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 4/25/2015 9:44:00 AM

If we look within ourselves to where God resides we will indeed find the answer. When we choose to carry our own burdens the weight is overwhelming. Religion tells us we must be good enough and we always feel inadequate. Jesus says "Come to me all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest." I find much comfort in that.

Jerry T Curtis
Date: 4/25/2015 8:58:00 PM

Thank you Richard for taking the time to read my scribble, and thanks for the honor of participating in your contest

Funom Makama

Date: 4/14/2015 10:58:00 AM

I had to read this again to fully absorb the beauty of your lines. Your words are smooth and mental friendly. My innerself jerk to your written expressions and I just cannot stop loving this beautiful page. Definitely a 7

Jerry T Curtis
Date: 4/14/2015 3:28:00 PM

Thank you very much Funom, It's comment like your that keep encourages me to write-on

Cona Adams

Date: 4/1/2015 8:10:00 AM

Well stated, Jerry. Your poem is full of truth. Oh, how we wish everyone could believe. All a person need do is read the gospels to know that Jesus is who He said He is, God's Son, the giver of eternal love, life, and the light of the world.

Diane Christian

Date: 3/31/2015 7:31:00 AM

lovely poem, he is the only answer, thanks for your kind feedback, not ben on in a while but think God has new things coming Amen. God bless you and have a great easter

Jack Ellison

Date: 3/25/2015 8:46:00 AM

Methinks Tammy nailed it... nothing more to add!!! Good one, Terry my friend!!!

Tammy Reams

Date: 3/24/2015 8:52:00 AM

This is a beautiful write and so very true! It's all about love and then everything else will fall in place. Love it Jerry.

Dr. Upma A. Sharma

Date: 3/24/2015 8:27:00 AM

Thoughtful deep write Jerry! Only if we could peep into our inside, close eyes n search Him there!!

Jaycee Cervenka

Date: 3/23/2015 8:04:00 PM

I always like to read other peoples interpretation of the same thing. You did a great job here, and I like the form you employed. It's very different from mine, but that is what makes the contests interesting. Good Luck. ~jan

David Meade

Date: 3/23/2015 7:14:00 PM

I believe you captured the incredible gift of love -- Jesus, his life for ours. 7

Eileen Manassian

Date: 3/23/2015 7:07:00 PM

Interesting write. Unfortunately, some professed followers of Christ give Christianity a bad name! :( I guess I've done that at times, but that doesn't negate the fact that Jesus Christ was altogether lovely! :) Religion is bunk...Spirituality is life. The Bible speaks of those who have a form of godliness but deny its power. Thanks ever so much for the visit, Jerry. Great work here.