Why I Write

I write not for wealth or fame.
But to honor and glorify His Name.

Any literary talent I might possess,
I attribute to His benevolent graciousness!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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DiMino Avatar
August 3, 2020 at 8:47 PM
I agree, Robert. And if not for Him, there go I. Love this!
Trifiatis Avatar
August 3, 2020 at 10:56 AM
Absolutely my dearest friend, Robert. Any talent of ours is His gift to us! Marvelously written! Blessings. Take care!
Hinshaw Avatar
August 3, 2020 at 12:52 PM
Thank you Demetrios. Your comment means a lot to me. Bob
Romios Avatar
August 3, 2020 at 9:10 AM
Perfect poem in everyway. It speaks to who you are, humble yet a great writer. God is actually the trophy winner in all contests...winners reflect his glory. Pangie.,,xxx
Hinshaw Avatar
August 3, 2020 at 9:25 AM
Thank you Pangie. I hope your week goes smoothly - Bob
Wolf Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 8:40 PM
Sweet, humble, genuine. Superb, Bob. ~ Give thanks to God, for He is Good! Blessings, Gershon
Hinshaw Avatar
August 3, 2020 at 9:24 AM
Thank you, Gershon. It is obvious that you are a great student of the Bible among your other many endeavors. Bob
Dietrich Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 2:12 PM
even all your funny limericks too? Well, it's true you are never bawdy!! Keep being who you are, Robert, an awesome poet who loves God!
Y. Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 9:04 AM
Hi Robert, I really enjoyed reading you this morning. Thanks for sharing. Have a good day:-) Alexis
Hinshaw Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 9:36 AM
Thank you, Alexis - glad you enjoyed. Best to you - Bob
Michael Avatar
August 2, 2020 at 7:44 AM
Nice...I like it
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