Rob Carmack Poet Narrative

The Left Hand of God

Memories of once the sun shined,
oiled and tanned we denied
the only living book and subtle nudges.
Nothing but truth in the grave
when too in love with everything
reached the top and found nothing
but the pain of a flame’s dedication
and an absolute conviction,
replays the familiar
screams and whispers them.
Strain a touch through the glare,
but they ain’t there.
No one left to save us
as we find common grace
included tears.

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12.05.20
Inspired by the song ‘The Rapture’ by Puscifer

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Reason A. Poteet August 3, 2026 at 7:43 AM True, at the end there's no one left but God and Jesus' sacrifice on the cross, burial then resurrection from the grave. Best be prepared beforehand. I love the title, Rob - contrasted with God's Righteous Right Hand, a piece which I entered in Regina's current lyrics contest. You left us wondering, pondering, dondering through your lines looking for a fit, there are several scenarios I found.

Thomas Wells December 12, 2021 at 8:40 PM Hi Rob, I did not know the band or the song that inspired the poem, so I did some research. After learning more, I reread the poem. I take your poem to mean that we will find God's grace when we find our tearful common grace. I couldn't agree more and you have stated it so beautifully. Rob Carmack December 18, 2021 at 3:32 PM This is why I try to write the way I write, so different meanings can be rendered. My personal meaning is that the damned will be denied even tears in their eternity. I did not even think of yours, so I am glad you stopped by to comment.

S.Zaynab Kamoonpuri February 18, 2021 at 6:37 AM A sublime muse, expressed in a great poetic way, tinges of sadness conveyed. I like how you say 'common grace and tears.' Kudos!! Plz do read and comment my newest poem too. Rob Carmack February 23, 2021 at 1:34 PM Thank You.

Harry Horsman December 28, 2020 at 12:43 AM Powerful poetry, love the classic feel about it, when reading. All the best to you and family for the new year, it will get better rob. Harry Rob Carmack December 31, 2020 at 3:59 PM Thank You Harry and my well wishes / prayers for you and your family.

Eve Roper December 21, 2020 at 11:25 AM Very deep write, Rob, still difficult for me to understand between the lines. Nothing, but truth as the only thing that this brain understand anything else is very confusing to me. Living by Gods word is the only way for me. Thank you for your kind words. The doctors and nurses even though busy and overworked were all wonderful.. I am still weak , but will get there. Hugs Eve Rob Carmack December 26, 2020 at 2:32 PM Eve, I am glad you are recovering well and that you received good care. Hugs and prayers for you Eve. Thank you for reading and commenting. God Bless you Eve.

Robert Lindley December 14, 2020 at 3:48 PM A wonderful and clear message within this fine poem my friend. That we walk in darkness fearing the light will disturb our complacency- our own self interests and lusts. When we should be seeking light to better see our way! Seeking true word that can only be found in the bible. A fav-- a true gem too.. God bless. Rob Carmack December 21, 2020 at 10:18 AM Indeed Robert.

Andrea Dietrich December 14, 2020 at 10:54 AM Stellar writing, and deep as you always do with your serious writes. I kind of get this one. That is better than nothing!! Hope you are doing ok in these crazy times and that you have not gotten sick working as you do in the health environment. Email me sometime! Rob Carmack December 14, 2020 at 2:27 PM I have not gotten it, many around me have. It is such a surreal experience, some are not affected while others lose several friends and/or family members. Thanks for reading and I will email you sometime soon.