The Devil Deceived Me

A dreadful memory upon life’s sea Returns to the days when life was carefree. A spiritual youth faced the world alone. Distracted by life and its sinful groan. I thought that my Savior was by my side. Whispers from Satan deceived my abide. There is no God; it is a ruler’s toy. To make men subservient was the ploy. Scientists discovered we came from apes. Questioning God, I ate bananas, grapes. The devil deceived me with many lies. Despite my souls whisper and needed cries. I turned away from God for a short time. When wisdom returned, life became sublime. © Dane Smith-Johnsen October 26, 2010

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 11/9/2010 7:37:00 PM

Wonderful win, dear lady. I was watching news tonight and it told of many preachers who have lost their faith in God but remain preacing to their flocks while hiding their true feelings. A very sad yet revealing news show! This reminded me what one of those guys might say! Congratulations. Andrea

James Fraser

Date: 11/9/2010 2:49:00 PM

Many congratulations Dane Ann on your win in Thvia's conest >> James

John Freeman

Date: 11/9/2010 10:26:00 AM

Great job on this one Dane. On my favorite precept. Congratulations on your top 5 wine. Agape, Moses

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 11/9/2010 5:04:00 AM

Super congrats Dane Ann on your big win in the devil made me do it contest with this wonderful write and entry my friend.. enjoy sweet success and victory for a great poetess u are..luv..

Joyce Johnson

Date: 11/8/2010 7:11:00 PM

It happens Dane Anne. Glad you came through it. Congratulations opn your win. Lvoe, Joyce

Carol Sunshine Brown

Date: 10/29/2010 11:44:00 AM

I am stopping in today to thank you for all your wonderful comments Dane Ann. May your weekend be one of much joy to you and may it bring inspiration to the end of your pen. It is wonderful having you back here at the Soupy. Love, Carol

John Loving Iii

Date: 10/28/2010 3:44:00 AM

you'll always get a chance to turn back. because nothing can snatch you out of his hand. love john

Sara Kendrick

Date: 10/27/2010 5:16:00 PM

The last line was especially filled with wisdom..I am glad that I chose this one to read this eve..Thanks for stopping by and commenting on my work..The danger beneath the Sweet Gum are the round burrs that fall off the tree..They are the tree's seed pods but they will cause your feet to shoot out from under you in a heartbeat..And that fall can be very painful..Sara