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The Word

Flames scorch, char and rot but do not consume Tease; use your body and soul for evil Words mighty and strong, swifter than a two Edge sword; stand for the edification Of Christ. Before the evil one takes YOUR Babies out of the crib, to destruction Teach the children, his Word, sing His praises. Unlock my words, lord, for your vast kingdom Prayers for your kingdom, forever to reign! My first atttempt at blank verse, for Deborah Guzzi's contest.

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June Ellen Smith

Date: 2/11/2010 5:49:00 PM

Amen to this one. Ellen

Debbie Guzzi

Date: 2/10/2010 1:51:00 PM

You are So nice to give this "challenging" form a try! Thank You. Light & Love

Gert W. Knop

Date: 2/10/2010 5:28:00 AM

Good message for many to lear, Doris! Keep on writing...Gert

Hgarvey Daniel Esquire

Date: 2/10/2010 4:15:00 AM

Dear Doris, A Great First try at Blank Verse I can't seem to grasp this Form The Inspiration and Message are very Strong Superb POEM Good Luck in Deb's Contest Thank- YOU for YOUR Very Gracious Comments YOUR Avid Admirer ALWAYS...HG P.S. What are YOU doing UP this Early...HG

Audrey Haick

Date: 2/9/2010 11:02:00 PM

We are all so busy "living" and providing material things for our children we forget the most important thing-teaching them about their Creator. Sad but true for many. Still I pray for all children-our future. Great write, Doris! Peace and love, Audrey P.S. Thank you for your reading and leaving your always kind comments on my poems.

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

Date: 2/9/2010 7:46:00 PM

Truth be told Doris .. immense truth in so few words about His Word.. powerful message especially "teach the children, His Word, sing His praises".. its the only way to raise them... luv.. and thanxxx for this "beauty".. it shines.. Linda-Marie..

Barbara Gorelick

Date: 2/9/2010 1:10:00 PM

This is harder than one would think..but you did a good job. Im sure Deb will like it. BG

Sara Kendrick

Date: 2/9/2010 10:33:00 AM

Great ideas that you have expressed in this one but I don't know about blank verse for I have not read about it or tried to write one. Keep the creative pen flowing. Thanks for the comments on my hot poems. Mom

Carrie Richards

Date: 2/9/2010 8:16:00 AM

Good for you, Doris....I have struggled with this form...and is still a work in progress!! Great job!! Love, Carrie

Colleen Bono

Date: 2/9/2010 7:57:00 AM

Very nicely done.A winner in my book.Thank you for your comment on my poem.Please read IT"S A BOY in my poems.

Tim Ryerson

Date: 2/9/2010 7:08:00 AM

Beautiful first attempt, Doris...great wisdom and faith shown here - Tim.... (so far I no CLUE as to what blank verse is but would love to learn how to write it)