Colan Hiatt Poet Rhyme

The Flag

Hoisted high above the ground
Floating in the gentle breeze
Colors and symbols depict a message
That some reject, but others please

Be it local or in a foreign land
Violence or peace it can incite
Some may regard it nonchalent
But others defend, with all their might

It's the mouthpiece and sounding board
Of what is in the human heart
Of those who raise it to it's perch
As their position they seek to impart

Yes, - the flag can easily define
How we view, life, liberty and death
Many seek to extol it's virtue
Guarding it, until their final breath  

Isaiah spoke of lifting a banner
It draped over Solomon with love
Should it not be the guiding force
Symbolizing, as a peaceful dove

So, let the Christian hoist it high
In action, word and deed
Always portraying Christ as King
May God grant this to be our creed

         Colan L Hiatt  =  08-03-15
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Kim Rodrigues May 6, 2022 at 7:36 PM We never forget those closest to us!

Kim Rodrigues May 6, 2022 at 7:32 PM I love this, Colan! Very patriotic! Colan Hiatt June 29, 2022 at 4:13 PM Thanks, Kim : for your comments on my poetry. I hope you may find some of the others I have written to be rewarding. I want to congratulate you on the many you have posted. May God bless you in your efforts for Him. Colan Hiatt