What

What species was the tree He grew to be The roughhewed, splintered Old rugged cross What pain He went through For me Because His love was true For you and the whole world too He grew the plant That they did implant Upon His lovely brow For my sins of rejection and desires So imperfect His brow now scared From those pointed briers Which pierced so deep and hard
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Date: 2/6/2025 6:43:00 PM
This is a nice one for Easter time
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Sara Kendrick
Date: 2/7/2025 7:07:00 AM
Thank you, Andrea. I was thinking about Easter and what Jesus and God did for us. Your visits are uplifting. Sara K
Date: 1/30/2025 2:15:00 PM
Deep thinking! So much was put in place for this exact time. So interesting.
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Sara Kendrick
Date: 1/30/2025 3:33:00 PM
Thank you, Kim. I appreciate the nice review of my work. He is amazing. Sara K
Date: 1/24/2025 4:31:00 AM
When we think of the persecution and humiliation He suffered for us, our hearts sob. Yet we continue to persecute him through our sins. A touching poem, dear Sara.
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Sara Kendrick
Date: 1/24/2025 9:24:00 AM
I agree, Valsa. We tend to forget in the spontaneity of the alure in that moment in time. Thanks for dropping by. I appreciate the wonderful review. Sara K
Date: 1/23/2025 2:09:00 AM
He suffered for trillions of sins to save humanity from perdition. Alas, so many still do not care.
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Sara Kendrick
Date: 1/23/2025 8:35:00 AM
Yes, all of humanity past, present and future, Victor. Some have never heard, some hear and don't want to hear so shut it out. Thanks for the awesome review. Sara K
Date: 1/22/2025 1:29:00 PM
This is a wonderful poem, dear Sara. I can sense your affection and spiritual thankfulness. It's enjoyable to read your poem.
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Sara Kendrick
Date: 1/23/2025 8:34:00 AM
Why, thank you, Scotto. I am glad you enjoyed it. Sara K
Date: 1/22/2025 12:12:00 PM
This is a very touching piece,Sara. It went straight to my heart. Beautifully written. He never complained. Stay Blessed my friend.
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Sara Kendrick
Date: 1/23/2025 8:33:00 AM
I appreciate the kind words, Zyrool. Yes, He never complained. What a Savior. Sara K
Date: 1/22/2025 11:22:00 AM
A heartfelt poem dear sara, can see your love and gratitude for Jesus. Pleasure reading you today. Sending you light always
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Sara Kendrick
Date: 1/23/2025 8:32:00 AM
IE, thank you for the nice and understanding review of my work. I need all the Light that I can get for Jesus is the Light of the world that dwells in darkness. Sara K
Date: 1/22/2025 9:56:00 AM
I enjoyed reading your "What" a powerful write. Great Picture. "Good Luck" if for a contest. Have a blessed day as you write away..................
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Sara Kendrick
Date: 1/22/2025 11:05:00 AM
Paula, not for a contest. Just writing a little. I hope your day is a great one. Sara K
Date: 1/22/2025 7:50:00 AM
a deep poem, so touching images, blessings
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Sara Kendrick
Date: 1/22/2025 8:57:00 AM
Yann, I appreciate the visit. I have rewritten and added a little more if you care to read it again. Thanks for the visit. Sara K
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