Reason A. Poteet Poet Quatrain

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Sweet hope has taught no truth more fair -
the soul should like a garment wear
divine righteousness; mine, threadbare.
I'm stunned by doubt that passes by
Christ’s majesty… to edify
man's shallow robes.  Feet and hands lie
exposed to the world’s suspect eye,
rough clouds obscure and fog love's sky.

Emotions reign; disdain runs deep;
in dogma’s cup, reactions steep. 
Snubbing the Spirit’s sway, men sweep...
rejecting virgin birth; their drill
denying Sonship, overkill.
Launching trust as on a treadmill,
rather than reckoning God’s will.
Devotee daydreams his way uphill
leaving his faith at a standstill.

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written April 22, 2019

William Kekaula's contest:  Impact and Metaphors

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William Kelii Kekaula October 3, 2020 at 3:18 PM That is an unbelievably an unerring poem that you have well-executed, Reason, this simply had won me over, blessings on your honorable placement, Aloha! William Reason A. Poteet October 3, 2020 at 8:05 PM My thanks to you William for the commendation and comment. They both encourage me to keep on writing. I appreciate the placement, of course, but your comment I treasure.

Beautiful Scars April 30, 2019 at 9:20 AM great rhythm dear Reason. Loved every word. Congrats and thank you for your participation in my contest. :)-luloo Reason A. Poteet April 30, 2019 at 7:19 PM Glad you enjoyed my octaves, Lu Loo. Appreciate the placement and prompt which appealed to me.