Upon Thy Servant's Child

Upon thy servants child declare a blessing immortal
And destroy all hell's missions against his frail life, 
Such as  dearth of coins and general wherewithal, 
And these never-ending  battles and strife.

In your universal errands Father see that you don't forget
His lofty burdens of transgressions and spiritual debt
That he has to pay the heavens for their endowment, 
And the world for its bite and torment.


Ordain indestructible greatness upon thy servant's child
That no moth can devor nor the sun away can wither, 
Calm in him all the spirits wild
And shield him against all the rigors of unfavorable weather.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010


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Date: 12/8/2010 5:19:00 AM
I am reading some very amazing and diverse poetry this morning. I am glad yours was among the poetry I was able to read today. Thank you for sharing your writing with us Hannington. Wishing you and yours a wonderful Holiday Season. Love,Carol
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Date: 12/8/2010 3:41:00 AM
Very very devotional and thought provoking write, Hannington
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Date: 12/7/2010 8:07:00 PM
Now , that is what i'm talking about!!! you know the deal that is in John 3;16. but if they would onle see the sacrifice that was made. then christmas would be a celebration. John Henry Loving III
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