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The Brokenness of Christ

THE BROKENNESS OF CHRIST

evil salivates
at the brokenness of Christ
unzipping of flesh

a lowly mock crown
the nettles dig in and sting
blood like tears forgive

holes punched into palms
surreal Roman nails impale
perpetuity

worn down and lifeless
his body lowered to ground
the finality

a serpentine laugh
the hiss of betrayal’s kiss
a stone seals the deal

angels gathering
lighting up the darkest night
in awe of the King

a massive stone throw
the dawning of a new age
rekindling heartstrings

O how the dawn sings
colors of exultation
expressions of love

9/10/2018

Not us but Him! It’s what Jesus did.

Copyright © Kim Rodrigues | Year Posted 2018

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Maurice Rigoler Date: 9/24/2018 9:02:00 PM I'm not much for religious poetry, Kim, but this poem is outstanding in its use of satanic references contrasted with Christ. This poem deserves a prize and appreciative recognition. Bravo. / M Login to Reply Kim Rodrigues Date: 9/24/2018 9:03:00 PM Thanks so much, Maurice!

Tom Cunningham Date: 9/12/2018 8:06:00 AM He gave his life so that we could be saved, how ungrateful many are. Well written Kim. Tom Login to Reply Kim Rodrigues Date: 9/12/2018 2:46:00 PM And even the best of us can’t even imagine.

Lewis Raynes Date: 9/12/2018 7:36:00 AM Wow ,super imagery of each step Login to Reply Kim Rodrigues Date: 9/12/2018 7:40:00 AM Thank you, Lewis!

M. L. Kiser Date: 9/12/2018 5:20:00 AM Beautiful poem with beautiful imagery and flow. I can see the scene as if I were there; well done. Login to Reply Kim Rodrigues Date: 9/12/2018 6:58:00 AM Thank you, M.L.

Caren Krutsinger Date: 9/12/2018 4:15:00 AM My favorite part: "O how the dawn sings colors of exultation expressions of love" - a beautiful Easter poem, Kim. Login to Reply Kim Rodrigues Date: 9/12/2018 6:58:00 AM Thank you, Caren!