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Words Worth Writing

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. ******************* written April 22, 2019 William Kekaula's contest: Impact and Metaphors

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Hilo Poet

Date: 10/3/2020 3:18:00 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
Date: 10/3/2020 8:05:00 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.

Lu Loo

Date: 4/30/2019 9:20:00 AM

great rhythm dear Reason. Loved every word. Congrats and thank you for your participation in my contest. :)-luloo

Reason A. Poteet
Date: 4/30/2019 7:19:00 PM

Glad you enjoyed my octaves, Lu Loo. Appreciate the placement and prompt which appealed to me.