GOD'S DISCIPLES
Spiritual giants and shadows cast
Following footsteps in the sand
Sharing wisdom now of knowledge past
So earthly man may understand
They bear witness to God's children below
These giants among mortal man
Upon the unholy they shall bestow
Salvation through God's holy plan
Wandering, they teach of God's precious love
And why Jesus was crucified
God's holy light shining, down from above
These disciples were sanctified
Spiritual giants, erasing doubts
From minds of the lost and impure
Praising God amid persecuting shouts
With patience God's love would endure
Fighting the wrongs of the devil's coerce
Eternal life we shall accrue
Voices still echo through scripture and verse
In testaments of old and new
In a list
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A worthy topic my friend Sometimes it is not easy to realize we are standing in the shadow of giants, but when we look back we can see their influence all to clearly. I like how you took this towards a different direction, reflecting on how God used men to propagate His word and plan to reconcile a fallen creation to Himself. Well done.
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Great Comment
Thank you Michael, So glad you liked where I took it. I wasn't sure but then as I started writing and this is what came to me. I thought of we are all God's disciples if we spread His words, but I focused on the orginal twelve ones. I appreciate your thoughts dear friend. Thanks again!!
Many smiles, You take care. Bless you, Sandy 
Today is three years I accepted Jesus in my heart.
July 17, 2004
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marvelous!
Fighting the wrongs of the devil's coerce,
eternal life we shall accrue.
Voices still echo through scripture and verse,
in testaments of old and new.i don know what to say so that i could express what i feel over the final vesre.i don know if it is ur formality or what but ur final stanzas are too good!keep it up!
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Seems as Gracious as God's Word...
...when He talks about these "giants", as in Hebrews 11, where their lives are mentioned, minus the slips, stumbles and falls they made along their path of faith.
When we read of them in other parts of scripture, we see Abraham lying (twice), David gawking, or Peter denying, then being rebuked by Paul for being two-faced later on. It also seems Paul struggled with pride, confessed in 2 Corinthians 12.
God is unabashed in talking about His followers. I think He does that so we won't venerate or mystify them, or even idolize them. The hope we find in scripture is often seen in these imperfect "giants" being loved and used by a perfect God.
What makes God's word so trustworthy is how these "giants" appear flawed. I also find it easier to want to do as they did (when they did it right) because I trust imperfect people over supposedly perfect ones.
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Amazing Comment
Hello Bob, Yes it is comforting to know that even though they were flawed God loved and trusted in His disciples.I can truly relate to them. Your comment was uplifting and educational dear friend. My one friend suggested I write on this subject. I am so glad he did. It has led to some wonderful comments. I so appreciate yours!!! You take care, Always here for you too.
Blessings my friend!!!
Sandy
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Wonderful poem Aunt Sandy, I really enjoy your spiratual poems a lot. I can relate to them and it makes me count my blessings and want to do better. Who are the spiratual giants in this poem might I ask?
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Lovely Comment
Hello Kelcey, Thank you for this nice comment. I so appreciate it. Hope you are having a nice day too!! You take care, Sandy
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Very nice
I have met a few of these spiritual giants and I am always humbled in the presence of one of them. Very good job Sandy. I love rhyme and this is very nice! God bless you my dear friend, Mark
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Great Comment!!
Hello Mark. As always, it is nice to hear from you. Thank you for the nice comment. I needed inspiration for a poem and my friend gave me this title. I enjoyed writing this. Thank you for the applauds too!! Most appreciated. Well hugs and smiles to you for all you do. God Bless you my friend. Take care, Sandy
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truth you shared
yes they were men among men, but with strong faith and strength, beyond what was normal, they vocally spoke what was the truth to all who would listen, Jews and Gentiles. Walking dusty roads, long and hazardous journeys, it was no simple task for anyone, only ones with strong faiths could endure the difficulties.
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Nice Comment
Hello Jules. Your are so right. His disciples went through so much. I don't know of too many that could endure it today. There are some but back then, these few did the impossible with just faith in Jesus Christ. How wonderful!! Always nivce to read your comments. You have a wonderful day and thanks for always being so nice. Take care, Sandy
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great poem. i know God really enjoyed it.
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Great Comment!!!
Well hello there, I am glad you enjoyed my poem. I too hope God enjoyed it. Thanks for stopping by. You take care, Sandy
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You praise him in your work and honor him in your life.This was beautiful Sandy, and your belief in God and all his gifts is a joy to read. Bless you always.
Soulful Woman
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Lovely Comment
Thank you Soulful Woan. A lovely comment from a lovely lady. You take care, Sandy
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excellent
What an interesting poem..like the " eternal life we shall accrue....Thank you for such an uplifting poem.
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Great Comment
Well hello there Gordie, Thank you for this nice comment. Always a pleasure to have you stop by. You take care my friend.
Sandy
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Beautiful
Yes they do live among us all and God gives us the choice to meet and learn of his love .
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Another Nice Comment.
Hello, I always enjoy you stopping by and reading. I do appreciate it. You take care, Sandy
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Wonderful. I felt the majesty of the words. Very well written.
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Thank You!!!
I appreciate you stopping by and reading my poem. Nice Comment!! Sandy
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