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Constance LaFrance, J with 4 options, 8/15/2025

The Journey Within

I don’t want to wall myself in with mixed-up theology,
but set myself on the narrow path towards heaven.
—quote by poet

The Journey Within

      Finding out, you’re all wrong;
   mixed-up theology is quaint.
Did you forget the part about suffering saints?
   This is why your anger erupts;
       mindful, this is the test.
Any prophet that found it profitable to
lose his own soul in “Thus saith the Lord,” dooms
followers and his “white-washed tomb” to the abyss.
The journey within finds favor with God,
not by believing in treasures on earth. Be still
and have hope amidst suffering; admit
your weakness, expose your pride; cling to the cross. Hide
your face in Jesus’ hem; don’t haw; glory
in salvation - that the Most Holy would save us.
We can get “what we don’t deserve.” This “sinner-saint”
      reads the holy scriptures,
   looks for the truth, abides in Christ.
I have and have not, either way I am blessed by
   knowing my treasure’s in heaven,
      when my journey’s complete.
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La France Avatar
August 19, 2025 at 9:22 PM
Kim, congratulations on your win in my J With Four Options contest. Your poem is wonderfully penned and I love the quote, Constance
Evans Avatar
August 19, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Congratulations! Some ministers love what money can do for them, here on earth ... they want more contributions for more money. I love "knowing my treasure's in heaven" Blessings, M.
Alhemaidy Avatar
August 19, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Congratulations on your win!
Goldsmith Avatar
August 19, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful "The Journey Within" write/quote. Life is a journey. Great Ending... Yes heaven awaits... Have a blessed day with your win.......
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August 15, 2025 at 4:55 PM
I enjoyed your spin on The Journey Within. I found this words compelling: The journey within finds favor with God, not by believing in treasures on earth. Be still and have hope amidst suffering; admit your weakness, expose your pride; cling to the cross. Best wishes with the contest, dear Kim, hugs, Sara
Rodrigues Avatar
August 15, 2025 at 6:04 PM
Thank you, Sara! You are a dear friend!
Hind Avatar
August 15, 2025 at 2:51 PM
You quote right. Your words are so honest - they speak to me. :)
Rodrigues Avatar
August 15, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Thank you, Paige <3
Rodgers Avatar
August 15, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Dear Kim, What struck me most is how you balance conviction with humility. You don’t write as if you’ve “arrived,” but as someone walking that narrow path, eyes fixed on the eternal, still aware of your own weakness. Yes it is so important, the stakes, the hope, and the reward. You’ve made “the journey within” feel both urgent and beautiful. Blessings, Dear Kim, Daniel
Rodrigues Avatar
August 15, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Thank you, Daniel, for stating your thoughts as you read mine, letting me know what you see. I appreciate you greatly! God bless you and yours!
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