Blessed Be The Peacemakers
(A prayer to mark this eventful day)
Blessed be the peacemakers
Who change violence into lasting peace
May they become as one team of partakers
and may the deadly fire at long last cease
May God give you strength to bear the worldly burdens
According to our Lord's Scriptures and acts we believe in
An abiding truce, the missing piece
May fall into place for the sake of world peace
Mid East, the cradle of civilization
Bring a brightening day upon mankind's re-creation
Categories:
partakers, beautiful, change, miracle,
Form: Rhyme
"Flowers, the emblems of beauty and fragrance proudly assert that loveliness can catch every eye and brighten even the gloomiest heart" ~ By Poet
look at these white blossoms,
attired in snow white velvety frocks,
unassuming and elegant
under the canopy of the starlit sky.
though tiny in size,
en masse they exude a hypnotic charm.
birthed in the stillness of night,
they proclaim their presence,
in dazzling white.
decked by dewy beads,
they dance freely unnoticed.
some perfume the air
with exotic scent,
permeating the nightly breeze.
during day, they wait to be garlanded,
by the amber beams of the sun,
longing to be hugged and kissed
by the amorous butterflies.
these simple beauties are the silent partakers,
of life’s most beautiful romance!
Categories:
partakers, appreciation, beauty, flower,
Form: Imagism
above the sidereal
where God dwells
a place of things eternal
to which Jesus ascended
a future place
of departed Christians
raised from the dead
clothed in spiritual bodies
to enjoy eternity
in this divine kingdom
their names written down
as partakers&kin
to enjoy their reward
of eternal blessing
face to face
in this new earth & heaven
the first heaven &earth
were passed away
there is no more sea
in this tabernacle of God
God shall wipe tears from eyes
no death sorrow or crying do remain
nor shall there be any more pain
these former things are passed away
the city has no need of the sun or moon
the glory of God&the Lamb
shall always lighten it
so no night or darkness is to be found
no temple needed here
the Lord God Almighty
& the Lamb are the temple
in the holy city of new Jerusalem
The gates of the city shall not be shut
for those with His name on their forehead
& written in the Lamb's book of life
for all things are new in this Jerusalem
Categories:
partakers, christian, heaven,
Form: Didactic
Games
A fun seeker’s unfolding thriller
Forced to describe it ‘Time killer’
But it might well be a healer
Of wounds to others no feeler…
Some games with the strictest timing,
Their players chiming clocks minding,
Others to last while no winner,
Continuing as day grows thinner …
Rules of games learnt like the Bible
Slighting them serious like libel.
It should a game discontinue
Against a king with retinue…
Games promote fun but also sense,
As partakers avoid nonsense:
A shout comes last with victory
Through skill luck, also mystery.
Categories:
partakers, crush, people, sports, wisdom,
Form: Rhyme
Not pied but a piper of a different sort,
Partakers tend to frequent cuff and court.
He seldom leads prefers to follow,
Decorates flesh while insides hollow.
And slowly lets his ways go shady,
And lowers bar on choice of lady.
Will blame the Mayor and Council Board,
As if actions be not of his own accord.
Why all’d be in his favor if only not
For that darned raw deal that he got!
Plus ‘cause of him and also her
For was them that made it all occur.
“The unfairness! Those in cahoots!”
Falling on deaf ears; points are moot.
Child throws tantrums, teens rebel,
Twenties, thirties, gone to Hell.
Not of Hamelin or setting exotic,
Just the state of confusion, the city
psychotic.
Categories:
partakers, character, conflict, confusion, drug,
Form: Ballad
Voices pitied her exposed bust.
In it few could see what was just.
Disgracing A Symbol of Lust?
Daughter of Adam: Plain Bare Dust!
Wearer of jewels which shall rust!
But does it warrant baring bust?
A wise correction is A Must,
Yet not through channels that disgust
Of wisdom wearing not a crust…
Wishes she were blown away by Gust,
Forever she’d cease to Man Trust:
Partakers in her correction
Had all experienced ********!
Categories:
partakers, analogy, bullying, cry, woman,
Form: Rhyme
Wedding Kermesse
Common folk with few wants
(Toilers reaping earth’s bounty)
Enjoy life’s pleasantries
By escaping the harsh realities
Of day-to-day existence,
Expressed in a kermesse dance
To the tune of simple instruments.
With joy in their hearts
And freedom unfettered,
They fling each other
Around in circles,
Indulging in feasting,
Drinking, and singing
In the celebratory ritual
Of carefree merriment
(Partakers as witnesses)
Toasting the wedding couple.
With the ground as their stage
And exposed to the elements,
The day wears thin,
But not their jubilance.
***
Note:
“Wedding Kermesse” is an ekphrastic poem based on the painting "Peasant Wedding Dance" (1607) by Pieter Brueghel the Younger (1564–1638).
The “Kermesse” was any special village or town celebration originating in Europe during the late medieval period (1250–1500 AD) and was introduced to America by Dutch and Flemish immigrants.
Categories:
partakers, celebration, culture, dance, wedding,
Form: Ekphrasis
What does courage in the face of danger look like?
Yellow caution lines warn of turbelent curves
Each moment of their determination calms nerves.
Walks of strength even thru the strike.
Like the variety in a flower garden, are the brave.
From round, square, and oval are the caretakers.
United by the strength in the eyes of these partakers.
Their mission is to save.
Minute by minute, they unfreeze their steps.
Testing, scanning and watching those in need.
Sharing the gift of company to those they feed.
From early dawn, to late dusk in repeated reps.
Looking thru the glass of uncertainty.
Gracefully letting the sunrise light give hope.
When night cones, the twinkling stars still give hope.
A swell of gratitude to essential people a certainty.
Categories:
partakers, hope,
Form: Enclosed Rhyme
*** Do any of you poets get discouraged when trying to share ***
*** poetry with people? This allegory is for you, I feel your pain. ***
So what do you do with a whole pot of coffee,
you made for your family, now three days old?
You thought they’d be thirsty. Yet each one too busy
with life (or with work) put your coffee on hold.
You know they’re partakers: each one has a mug
with their grandkid’s cute face or fun saying on front.
That coffee was fresh once and hot, but just sat there -
you thinking it might be a drink they would want.
Not one offered thanks, or a wink and a smile
to let you know how they appreciate you.
Instead you were left wondering if you were needed;
if maybe your gift were an unpleasant brew.
A week later, bringing a fresh pot to church,
you discover they already have coffee there.
Still wanting to pour some, you visit your neighbors -
they aren’t coffee drinkers; Red Bull is their fare.
You bring some to work, but you find your co-workers
have brought their own coffee from Starbucks or home.
No coffee partakers! A puzzling phenomenon;
almost as though you had written a poem.
Categories:
partakers, allegory, irony, poems,
Form: Verse
Today some chickens will crow for the last time
Some will come to roost and meet their demise
The ruthless butchery is about to begin
Fowls are timid as the slaughterers grin
Sharpened knives wait on chopping boards
Sizzly oil await in the cooking pots
A world-wide genocide of the chickens
An epidemic of chicken flavour in the kitchens
Dismembered chickens turned into luscious hot plates
Mouth-watery are the ravenous partakers with appetites to sate
All ready to dig their canines into steaks
Plates will be clawed and bones will break
The bloodshed forgotten, it is all gravy
A chickenapolyse always comes yummy
A day like today always tastes like chicken
It is a delicious Christmas again
Categories:
partakers, abortion, animal, christmas, feelings,
Form: Free verse
The Selfish Poet
Posts their work, eat comments
as if at a feast.
But close their pen, when it
comes to a reply?
Inimitable,arrogance divine!
Do they in mirrors all day look?
Admiring only their face and poetry?
Am joyful to know that most here surely
are givers not selfish takers.
More than happy, they, to be givers,
warm friends and not just partakers.
December 1, 2019
Categories:
partakers, poets,
Form: Free verse
Steadfast
Unwavering
Holding fast Scriptures’ truth
Yielding not to vain dogmas’ threats…
Christ-propped.
*Hebrews 3:14 For we are made partakers of Christ, if we hold the beginning of our confidence stedfast unto the end.
August 2, 2019
Categories:
partakers, bible, christian, devotion, faith,
Form: Cinquain
This someone you loved, died,
It is hard to find the words to describe.
I wrote a poem that might comfort you –Now-
~
To the grieving family--------
O’ what a borrower, I am;
What a borrower, we are;
It’s hard to materialize;
These tears that we would cry;
Tho! This soul has passed away;
We were honored true;
~
Surely we shall remain;
In comfort with memories;
Of our loved one whose been taken;
Onto, onto to glory, this we’re not mistaken;
Who are we but just partakers?
We are borrowers…
~
God grant us to be together;
Alas now and maybe in the forever;
Shed no tears, sadden not be;
In mercies grace and heaven we’ll see;
Back to the dust, alas I’m eternal spirit-soul;
Miss you yes… But I know you’ve gone on with the Lord;
You were not really totally ours…
For you are, (you’re) borrowed from God
You were…
6/22/19
For Funeral, Eulogy, or Memorial Service Poetry Contest Cash Prize Poetry Contest.
Sponsored by: Team PoetrySoup
Categories:
partakers, analogy, appreciation, bereavement, death,
Form: Free verse
Christ is the water and bread of life,
Poured out and broken for us to take part.
Everything denotes His love,
His perfect sacrifice for us.
His soul He offered unto God,
His life He surrendered on the cross.
He is the Christ, our exaltation prize,
Kind Savior and Redeemer mild.
His healing balm knows no end.
His service to the broken to mend.
Once to humbly lay His life by,
Now He reigns in heaven on high.
To be partakers of His fruits,
We must bear in us His life,
To tree from roots.
Herein are the gospel tools.
Christ the Lord who reigns on high,
Always let us be nearby Thy side.
We have come to earth to do our part.
Bestow now charity in our hearts.
With hearts and hands to serve Thine all,
We adhere our Savior dear, to Thy call.
Always to give and share in truth,
We love in Spirit, to make all things new.
Categories:
partakers, devotion, encouraging, endurance,
Form: Free verse
Divine things eternally great
Bestowed by God from His bounty
Claim with faith of obedience-rate…
Divine things eternally great
Peace, joy, grace, love and blessings’ crate
Triumph in their goodness-beauty…
Divine* things eternally great
Bestowed by God from His bounty.
*2Peter 1:4 Whereby are given unto us exceeding great and precious promises: that by these ye might be partakers of the divine nature, having escaped the corruption that is in the world through lust.
April 4, 2019
6th place, "Writing Challenge 1- April, 2019 - It's All About 8" Poetry Contest
Sponsored by Dear Heart; judged on 4/21/2019.
Categories:
partakers, appreciation, blessing, christian, faith,
Form: Triolet
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