Three Crosses

One cross Left side Silent bore the shame of cursed Guilt, with scant remorse and no Small scoff Unfearful of Dying breath. Middle rood Central one Focus of the centuries distant yon Condemned to die for all, Godson Giving weak Lost souls Eternal life. One cross Right side Afraid to pay earned shameful debt Seeks absolution for crimes of theft Pleads now For saving Unmerited grace.
Written January 2, 2021 For Joseph May's Trinet Contest

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Date: 1/21/2021 11:50:00 AM
This is so clever and beautifully and faithfully penned - I could visualize the hill of Calvary with Christ and the good and bad thieves. So awesome. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 1/21/2021 12:44:00 PM
Thanks so much, Jen.
Date: 1/20/2021 3:28:00 AM
Milton, great imagery and flow. Congratulations on your second place win. Hugs Eve
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L Milton Hankins
Date: 1/20/2021 6:20:00 AM
Thanks, Eve. I appreciate your read.
Date: 1/20/2021 12:06:00 AM
Amen. The Lord be praised and thanked for this muse of yours: poetically biblical. God bless you.
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Date: 1/20/2021 6:20:00 AM
Thanks, Beata. Your comment is especially appreciated.
Date: 1/19/2021 5:47:00 AM
Congrats on your win Milton, Nicely done..
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Date: 1/19/2021 9:05:00 AM
Thank you for the nod, Joseph!
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