The Conviction

This is God and...

            I see you straddling the fence
            I see you with one foot in the stream
            I see you calling me your Master
            With the attitude of what's in it for me

I see you praise only when there's blessing
I see you with no mark upon your knees
I see you turning from your brother
When your brother is desperately in need

             I see the dust that's on your Bible
             I see you yawning in the pew
             I see you passing judgment on my people
             When your attitude is what is judging you

This is how the world views you as Christians
This is how you represent my name
How can you expect a dying world to listen
When they look at you and then themselves
And you appear to be one and the same
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Turner Avatar
August 21, 2016 at 9:07 AM
Wow Mike! I came here expecting to laugh and found an inspirational poem. I really enjoyed this truthful write. Fantastic job!
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August 21, 2016 at 7:35 AM
Very nice poem/message from God Mike!:)
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