Gordon Mcconnell Poet Rhyme

The Changing Face of Shame

So much has changed
in the past 50 years or so
one thing is the word shame
once a friend now our foe

Half a century ago it had a fear
a true fear of God was felt
among a generation back then
when one's heart would easily melt

Churchgoing then was popular
not to attend brought one shame
generally, most of the time did believe
it's all changed but who's to blame?

Today to believe in God and Christ
one's told you've gone completely mad
mankind thinks they know it all
such anti-God foolishness is so sad

Jesus said in the latter days this would come
Man would love self more than God
believers must keep hold of the faith
despite shame hold fast to your sword

Don't be ashamed of God's word
keep on believing no matter what
for God will reward your belief
defeating His enemy's deep dark plot

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Joe Maverick August 4, 2024 at 1:12 PM He comes indeed Gordon..' And there will be no Hiding places.' Repent now; and be at peace I Advise any reader.' In Him alone is surceace.) Gordon Mcconnell August 4, 2024 at 1:19 PM Thanks Joe for your true words for indeed there will be no hiding place on the great day. God bless you, Gordon

Crystol Woods June 10, 2024 at 4:17 PM Another good reminder. I enjoy your rhyming and content! I like to look at shame and guilt as tools the enemy uses to bring us down and make us useless. God will convict us of sin, the Holy Spirit will nudge us when needed. Conviction is different than guilt because it brings about a change! Conviction, repentance, Forgiveness., Good choices. While it seems guilt goes something like, Guilt, shame, defensiveness,more shame. Guilt from the enemy and conviction from God! Thanks for the poem! Xo Crystol Woods June 16, 2024 at 5:47 PM Thanks for taking my comment as intended, with love and encouragement. Sometimes I come across preachy and don't mean to lol. We each have times to edify our brothers and sisters so we will take it in turn! Your poem was edifying to me, thank you! Xo Gordon Mcconnell June 10, 2024 at 11:36 PM Hi Crystol, thanks for your encouraging words and for the godly truths that you convey here as well appreciate your insightful wisdom regarding conviction and guilt. I've been blessed today coming across your writings and looking forward to reading more from your gifted pen. Have a blessed day my blessed friend, Gordon

Brandy Nicole June 1, 2024 at 7:29 PM Dear Gordon, as Ecclesiastes 1:9 states : ' there is nothing new under the sun. ' It's all been done before, it's just now, technology is more advanced. So sad that this is the kind of world we live in. There's so many false teachers out there as well. Thank you for always shining a light and for being an inspiration here. Many wonderful blessings to you. Hugs, Brandy Gordon Mcconnell June 2, 2024 at 6:35 AM Dear Brandy, Its so lovely to hear from you again, glad you enjoyed this piece and found it inspiring and uplifting and encouraging to you. Trust you're having a lovely weekend, many blessings be yours continually, hugs be yours, Gordon x

Daniel Henry Rodgers May 29, 2024 at 6:18 AM Hey Gordon, What a powerful reflection on shifting attitudes towards faith over the years. Your words capture the essence of a time when belief was steadfast and pervasive, contrasting it with today's skepticism and disbelief. I love your unwavering conviction in the face of societal changes is inspiring. Keep spreading the message of faith and resilience—your voice is a beacon of light in a world that sometimes feels dark. - Blessings, My Friend, Daniel Gordon Mcconnell May 29, 2024 at 6:37 AM Hi Daniel, So good to hear from you and really appreciate your encouraging words. I agree with all your sentiments and indeed we must all believe hiding fast to God's truth. Blessings,Gordon