Afflicting Covetousness
Wallowing in greed
insatiably covetous*
selfishness grievously poisons me...
Lord, forgive and transform my heart
by Your compassion toward lovingkindness-pursuit.
*Ephesians 5:5 For this ye know, that no whoremonger, nor unclean person, nor covetous man, who is an idolater, hath any inheritance in the kingdom of Christ and of God.
July 11, 2019
Edited on August 11, 2024
1st place, "A BRIAN STRAND
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Categories:
covetousness, character, corruption, how i
Form: Dramatic Verse
Covetousness
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out back of the barn
I watch you hitch a wagon
to the fine draft mare
your last harvest bought
'tis I would be behind her,
had I seen her first
(and had I a cart)
while you travel in comfort,
I ruin my good feet
why should she be yours??
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Written: 10/28/2018
Contest: Seven Deadly Sins
Sponsor: Edward Ibeh
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Categories:
covetousness, hate, horse, jealousy, judgement,
Form: Choka
Covetousness
consumed by longing
a yearning for dreams un-sought
pours emptiness upon life
a hollow sorrow
denies the truth of plenty
obsessed with seeking’s seeking
©10/23/2018
for – One of The Seven Deadly Sins Poetry Contest
sponsor – Edward Ibeh
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Categories:
covetousness, irony,
Form: Choka
Covetousness
Longing to possess
belongings of fellowman.
Perfidious unseen want
enrobed in sweetness.
Treachery rooted deep down.
Stealing begins in the heart.
One of The Seven Deadly Sins ' Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Edward Ibeh
October 16, 2018
(Matthew 15:19)
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Categories:
covetousness, corruption, desire,
Form: Choka
Guarding Oneself Against Covetousness
Life brings us many temptations
but God has His remedy warning take care
listen well to His counsel so clear
to ignore them shows a mind so bare
The Lord God Himself loves us so much
showing His care saying be on your guard
against all covetousness that threatens our life
invading our heart seeking to be starred
Our life does not satisfy
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Categories:
covetousness, bible, spiritual, wisdom,
Form: Rhyme
Covetousness
Lord Eternal God
It is wanting everything everyone has
never being satisifed with what you have
excessive desire for worldly things
Please shower generosity to me
to be generous
To have a loving heart to do something
Without expecting anything in return
Thank You for understanding me
Posted: 6272018
Poetry Form: Nonet
Copyright © Jacqueline R. Mendoza
Our Eternal Father who art in
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Categories:
covetousness, christian, devotion, faith, god,
Form: Nonet
Covetousness
It had not occurred to me until this late day,
But now it comes with sobering reflection.
When a dear one is ill or hurting in some way
We act with compassion and without question.
We make a visit, send flowers, or pen verse.
Our humanity tells us that’s entirely right.
But what if circumstances are the reverse?
What if our friend
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Categories:
covetousness, jealousy,
Form: Rhyme
What Effects Has Covetousness Or Greed In Our Souls
Covetousness or Greed begets
In our souls unkindness
Dishonesty, deceit
And want of Charity or Love
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Categories:
covetousness, caregiving, confusion, depression, education,
Form: Quatrain