Eileen Manassian Poet Free verse

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Your Hate Consumes You

your hate consumes you
and God sees that too...
"If you hate your brother [sister]
you have already committed murder 
in your heart."

Oh...but that one doesn't fit you, you think
"victimized"
pray for open eyes
spreading lies
is murder in another guise

I sigh
because you are so way off the mark
out in the dark
you think you know it all
In the end
He'll make that call...

The only one who is sinless
Is Jesus, you see
only...only He
and if He condemns,
Then so let it be 

Other than He...no one can point a finger at me...

So, put away your misguided hate
before it's too late
before it eats your soul
and you lose all control

Ask to be set free
His reward is sure
He'll lift you high
you'll touch the sky

Instead of being chained...
We are all in need of grace
that's YOU...and that's ME

Eileen

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Daniel Schack August 15, 2016 at 9:43 AM i am not too religious, but i liked this. as a yid kid did you know that january 1, the start of christian calender is 8 days after christmas, because that is the day jesus was circumcised! they should teach this in school. bless you, daniel schack

Funom Makama May 26, 2016 at 1:06 PM A wonderful piece. I love this beautiful share

Richard Lamoureux May 24, 2016 at 7:36 AM Yes, we all are in need of grace. Thankfully Jesus has more than enough for all who come to Him. I sometimes wonder why those who have been forgiven still choose to carry their own burdens.

Tim Smith May 22, 2016 at 10:57 PM So true Eileen...I know I have sinned. I try not to judge others but I know I fail sometimes. Hope you are doing well. Eileen Manassian May 23, 2016 at 1:39 PM Tim....you have the right spirit. We all sin....just differently. One sin isn't any better or worse than another....it's all sin. Thanks for the visit. I'm busy with family. Hubby comes back today after almost a month... :)

Arthur Vaso May 22, 2016 at 10:36 PM Oh how I wish I was eating birthday cake with you and your class, what fun we would have! Your words always resonate, your messages always full of ancient wisdom's and love! Such a beautiful poem! Eileen Manassian May 23, 2016 at 1:41 PM Thanks, dear....Glad you like it. Going to get lots of presents today. Hubby comments home after a month away...I'd gladly have shared some cake with you, dear. :)

Becca Teagan May 22, 2016 at 9:06 PM Those who hate are the ones in chains, this is true... we all need to be more forgiving. We all need grace. Eileen Manassian May 23, 2016 at 1:45 PM Yes, Becca. We all do. Sometimes it's hard to let go of pain and resentment. To err is human...to forgive, divine. I've done my share of erring...God can do the forgiving....if we ask. He can help give us that spirit. Thanks for the visit...

Richard D Seal May 22, 2016 at 5:45 PM Yes true, hatred can be found everywhere and sometimes over the silliest of things, I'm deffo not chained, I forgive instantly an forget it, as Clint says, it only weighs you down. Very well written my little Desert Orchid. Take care, Richard Eileen Manassian May 23, 2016 at 1:48 PM I keep checking for something new from you, Richard...and I'm always disappointed. When will you come back? I honestly hope it's soon. You've been away forever...glad hate isn't an issue for you. Maybe you can tell me how you manage. Thanks for the visit, Mr Seal. Always happy when you come around...I do miss your light hearted bantering. Hugs

Anthony Mark May 22, 2016 at 1:58 PM Not a bad write, rolls well, the rhyming seems unforced, and to the point,..I am not bothered about the internals , this is a decent well written poem...well done... Eileen Manassian May 23, 2016 at 1:37 PM Thanks. Glad you stopped by. I know you don't offer praise unless you feel it. Decent well written poem is good for me.