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The Other Door

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I read in the paper today – another religious occult. Oxymoronic term, I thought, but then don’t each intend to sway the non-believers to their way? So which is the righteous path? Spiritual? Hysterical? Are the two paradoxical? Homo-empath? Psychopath? Which is correct? Impart no wrath. Faith is the answer I believe. In my heart of hearts, I hold dear a sparkling picture crystal clear – the sturdy fabric of my weave. Another course I can’t conceive. And those who stray their center core, I pray you find your way again with straighter path than you began and clearer focus seeking more than walking through the other door. NOTE: Inspired by "…remember that Jesus wants spiritual fruits, not religious nuts.” Quote from the book August Moon: Humor and Hijinks by Jess Lourey.

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Cal Bambi The Word Artist

Date: 11/30/2022 2:09:00 PM

Linda Alice Fowler has a nice ring to it. I enjoyed reading this a great message. Faith is when you close your eyes and open your heart. Keep writing your thoughts are enjoyable. Cal BambiA

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 11/30/2022 2:23:00 PM

Thank you Mr. Cal. :) Nice to see you here. Thanks for the visit and comments!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 9/25/2022 8:21:00 PM

It's amazing to me how many religions turn into actual cults, particularly here in Utah, with the nutcase offshoots of Mormonism. Scientologists, and so many others. It's very sad that people can be brainwashed by such nonsense!

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 9/26/2022 6:03:00 AM

I agree Andrea. People need to think, investigate, learn, make wise choices.

Bj Legros Kelley

Date: 9/25/2022 9:45:00 AM

This is a very good and insightful poem, one must be careful, that is for sure. The quote at the bottom was definitely a good one to keep in mind as well!! I hope you are having a beautiful Sunday Linda <3

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 9/26/2022 6:01:00 AM

Hi Betty Jo! Thanks for the visit and comments. Sunday was great :) Hope your week goes smoothly. Linda

Bill Baker

Date: 9/24/2022 11:22:00 PM

An awesome picture to set the mood for a fine poem. It was insightful and your thoughts were thought-provoking, Linda. Thanks for making me think. :-) Bill

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 9/25/2022 6:25:00 AM

Shake it up Bill. :) Thanks for the visit and comments.

Sotto Poet

Date: 9/24/2022 8:10:00 AM

Linda, your poetry was lovely and made me think. Thanks a lot for sharing.

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 9/24/2022 8:45:00 AM

Good morning Lasaad. Thank you for stopping by and commenting. :) Linda

Valsa George

Date: 9/23/2022 8:21:00 PM

"Faith is the answer I believe. In my heart of hearts, I hold dear"..... I too share your belief ! Faith in God can solve many of the present maladies..... not the fanatic and dogmatic faith, but faith in God and His goodness. Beautifully written Linda...

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 9/24/2022 7:35:00 AM

Many thanks for your kind visit and comments Valsa. :) Linda

Thomas Wells

Date: 9/23/2022 3:52:00 PM

I love the light-hearted way this poem handles religious cultism. There seems to be a never-ending supply of it. The quote at the end is quite amusing and places everything in context. Be well always, Linda!

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 9/24/2022 7:34:00 AM

Thank you for visiting and for reading my work Thomas. I appreciate your comments :) Linda

Michael Tor

Date: 9/23/2022 12:30:00 PM

Nicely written Linda...

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 9/24/2022 7:33:00 AM

Many thanks friend Michael.

Rico Leffanta

Date: 9/23/2022 11:52:00 AM

Isn't it a wonder how Native Americans managed to live such happy, productive lives without any religion or church? Aloha!

Rico Leffanta
Date: 9/25/2022 11:44:00 AM

Native Americans recognise no two people share the same beliefs, so each is permitted to believe what best suits them rather than conform to someone else's beliefs! Aloha!

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 9/24/2022 7:33:00 AM

Native Americans follow a very spiritual life Rico. Most tribes do not have organized religion as we recognize such, but their religious ceremonies are intensely prayerful. IMHO, spirituality does not require a man-made place of worship, "church".

L Milton Hankins

Date: 9/23/2022 8:23:00 AM

I enjoyed your delightful, thought-provoking poem, Linda. I like the quote, as well.

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 9/23/2022 9:39:00 AM

Many thanks Milt. :)

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 9/23/2022 5:50:00 AM

Jesus taught the populace about what God wants from us. They are written in the New Testaments. Any deviation is pure escape from faith.

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 9/23/2022 6:08:00 AM

Good afternoon Victor. Nice to see you today. :) Thank you for visiting and commenting Linda

Gershon Wolf

Date: 9/22/2022 10:56:00 PM

I've noticed lately that residents of Salem, MA -- white folks -- have bright green hair, giant tatoos all over their bodies, etc. --- and those are the ones who are employed. ~ Witches Pre-Halloween Psych-up

Gershon Wolf
Date: 9/24/2022 6:42:00 PM

I'll be eagerly awaiting 'Witch-ever' you write about, Linda! :) gw

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 9/23/2022 6:03:00 AM

LOL I'm just warming up for October gw

Mystic Rose Rose

Date: 9/22/2022 6:34:00 PM

lol He wants us enlightened not dogmatically robotically perfect, but flawed and open hearted, ready to believe, and accept, nicely penned, thank you for sharing this strong message of acceptance, Jesus, loved everyone, regardless of who and what they were, we ought to do the same,

Linda Alice Fowler
Date: 9/23/2022 6:02:00 AM

Yeppers Vie. Totally agree :) Thanks for visiting and commenting. Linda Alice