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Twenty-One - a double etheree

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They
went to
the world for
preaching, teaching
touching those lonely
healing the deaf and blind
bringing Good News to all men.
Forgetting themselves; serving God.
Those that went are now persecuted.

 ~ Twenty-one Missionaries Held Hostage ~


their loss is hardly remembered this day.
Saints waiting in prison for your prayers.
Why are we silent speechless mute?
Why won't we all scream loudly

for them to be made free?
God help us help them!
Let's join in prayer
for workers
of God's
will.

 

 

 

Author notes

 "These are they who have come out of the great tribulation; they have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. Therefore, they are before the throne of God and serve him day and night in his temple; and he who sits on the throne will spread his tent over them. Never again will they hunger; never again will they thirst.
The sun will not beat upon them, nor any scorching heat." 

~ Revelations 7:14-16

 

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POD

Please pray for the 21 South Korean missionaries that are being held hosage by the Taliban in Afghanistan. Two others have already been killed.

http://michellemalkin.com/2007/08/01/south-korean-christian-hostage-crisis-rescue-attempt/

 

http://www.crosswalk.com/news/religiontoday/11550132/

 

8/11/07 - Update. The 21 hostages are still being held by the Taliban. Two women hostages are sick and may be released. It is being reported that the Taliban is now asking 1 million dollars for each hostage to be released.

 

http://news.bostonherald.com/international/middleEast/view.bg?articleid=1016687 

 

8/12/07 - Update - It now appears that the two sick hostages are not being released. Where is the outcry to help these people?

 

http://michellemalkin.com/2007/08/12/south-korean-christian-hostage-crisis-day-24/ 

 

8/23/07- Update - The two female hostages were released so now there are 19 being held captive. They are in their 35th day of captivity and their release is not in sight. The news coverage of this event is non-existent.

 

http://michellemalkin.com/category/south-korean-christian-hostages/

 

8/29/07 - Update - Twelve of the hostages were released today and are safe. That leaves 7 still in captivity. Please continue to pray. I thank you for your faithfulnes to pray. 

 

 

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  • Riftkin gold member
    August 18, 2007
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    Okay this is just to great of a poem and a wonderful thing to do for those 21 people.

  • star wars fanatic
    August 15, 2007

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    Huh, I didn't know any of this. I would give my opinion, but it is too unchristian. So all I shall say is pary. . Nicely written.


  • Florida Sunshine
    August 14, 2007
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    This is really beautifully written, the format is awesome! ~ Nice job!


  • Perception
    August 12, 2007

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    Yes. Wow! Amazing write, is all I can say.

    Great!


  • vitamin.M
    August 12, 2007
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  • edit my world.
    August 12, 2007

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    oh man! this is awesome! i love it... i'll be prayin for someone besides me i know that! but this..is just so WOW


  • twinkling of an eye
    August 12, 2007

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    Amen! May God bless these missionaries and strengthen their faith. I know that, though they suffer now, they will be more than comforted someday. Thanks for sharing your poem!

  • destroydevin
    August 12, 2007
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    inspiring

    this poem is great
    and so is its message
    great

  • only 23 clicks
    August 12, 2007

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    Very nice sentiment. I never even heard of this actually. This piece is very visually appealing. It seems short and to the point. I feel like this is more of a proclamation or call-to-action than a poem. Although it was decently written, and I do appreciate the spirit of it. Keep writing


    • thelordreigns gold member
      August 12, 2007
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      It is a poem, a call-to-action, and a call for praying people to pray for the safe release of these people.

      Thanks so much for the comment and the read.

      -joanne


  • grannyeri gold member
    August 12, 2007

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    Thought I had commented on this one before, but do not see it here- it always seems the innocent are in the wrong place at the wrong time and are taken hostage or killed in places where they normally would not be. Like this form and you have used it well to get your point across here.

    • thelordreigns gold member
      August 12, 2007
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      You have commented already dear friend but I appreciate the new comment.


  • Wally Weasel
    August 12, 2007
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    Whilst I am sympathetic for these misguided people's fates, what on Earth where they doing in Afghanistan? Were they not aware it is quite a dangerous place? Especially for those preaching against the strongly held religious beliefs of the inhabitants. Will people never learn?


  • tawk gold member
    August 11, 2007

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    I will be praying for them all. Such a sad write. You are such a blessing to them and to us all. Excellent write


  • FransB gold member
    August 11, 2007

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    One will not be able to read the poem without thinking of them in prayer. What a wonderful way to assure this. The win is for them and a blessing for you who wrote this. You tell us what they do and did, you tell us where they are and you call upon us to never forget them. Bless you.


  • God is my reality
    August 10, 2007

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    Wow, this is really good. It tells a sad story. I like the form of it. Excellent job and Good luck in my contest


  • myorama
    August 10, 2007

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    This is a marvellous way of making people aware of those who dedicate their life for the GOOD NEWS. This was excellently written. Well done and God bless


  • islekine gold member
    August 9, 2007
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    This is very moving...

    Thanks for your entry..
    It is what I was searching for...
    in many ways.
    *PEACE*


  • faithwhisperer silver member
    August 9, 2007

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    Profound topic

    I love the way you set this up, in a shape, and the pictures. So sad and thoughtful. It would be so nice to see a complete resolution, but prayer is powerful!


    • thelordreigns gold member
      August 9, 2007
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      It truly amazes me that we hear virtually nothing about the plight of these precious souls - even on Christian broadcasts and websites.
      - jo


  • porphyry
    August 9, 2007
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    like the way you made each of these missionaries into a healer, nice form and excellent topic

  • Lady Dragonwyck
    August 9, 2007
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    Nice dedication and good use of a poetic style.

    Lady Dragonwyck


  • grannyeri gold member
    August 8, 2007
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    waht a lovely form you have used here foro this dedication to these South Korean missionaries. How sad that they become pawns in sush a political situation. Well written.


  • gullionmar
    August 8, 2007

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    very nice

    this is so sad but just to know that they serve the lord is awesome my prayers are with them all and god is a true worker of miracles


  • storiesuntold gold member
    August 8, 2007

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    Amen

    Yes indeed their shall be prayers for those in need for they are those hurtings hands of our savior. Lord in all the troubles in our world lets reach out to all in need today and for those 21 south Korean missioneries who are their working to help people through their loving hands raise them from this land to see they are home safe back with their families . In Gods name Amen .


  • bethan-gaze
    August 8, 2007

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    Yes, I am well aware of this as I am involved with the Suffering Church ... this is a beautiful piece you have penned here. It is important that more and more people pray for the wider Church ... so many Christians are being persecuted. We have to ask ourselves ... what if it was/is us? I'm delighted to see this in the POD and I wish you all the very best. This is very well crafted. You certainly have my vote! xx


    • thelordreigns gold member
      August 8, 2007
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      Thank you Beth.

      It really hit home when I saw the pictures of their beautiful faces. With my Church going on the mission trip to Romania, I have really been praying for missionaries. It is wonderful that you are involved with the Suffering Church. I do have to open my own eyes to what is happening in the world and see with the eyes of the Holy Spirit. It is heart breaking.

      Love and hugs - joanne


  • penquinpoet
    August 8, 2007

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    I too had forgotten

    Thank you first for the reminder to keep them in my prayers. I think the shape of the poem adds to its message. Like a diamond in the rough, these men and women are being polished into the most brilliant of all gems. You stayed on topic throughout. Clear, concise, and to the point. Very well done as usual.
    Penquinpoet


  • Debbysmiles gold member
    August 7, 2007

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    This touched me deeply. I have read of their plight. It is heart breaking but not surprizing in this crazy world where being a Christian has become a liability. Those who remain strong and faithful will have eternity. Wonderful work here. I am praying. Love Debby


  • Arkbear gold member
    August 7, 2007

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    I absolutely loved this entry ~

    First off....you are missing some syllables...but I can not

     tell you where they are at....you have to find them ~

     

    Next, I applaud you for being able to go from one line

    to the next without hesitation ~

     

    A Double Etheree is one of Favorite Forms ,

    and you did this one justice ~

     

    I am not sure as to why you decided to separate your lines,

    but it does not say that you can't ~

     

    But remeber...these Forms were created for the aesthetic

     eye appeal it would have on their leaders of their countries as Gifts ~

     

    To keep the diamond shape is most important ~

     

    The Theme behind this is a no-brainer ~

     

    Perfect ~

     

    The depths...well, Iam ashamed to say I did not even know,

    therefore it took me somewhere....good job ~

     

    You flow is Perfect ~

     

    Presentation is 95 % of the job with *Formed* Poetry ~

     

    You did well with this Poet ~

     

    I wish you the best in this POD,

    and I shall place these 21 Missionaries on my Prayer list ~

     

    God Bless ~

     

    Bear ~

     

     

     

    Flow   9

    Topic   9

    Depth   8.5

    Theme   10

    Feelings   10

    Grammar   9

    Presentation   9.5

    Uncommonness   10

    Sit & Ponder Affect   10

    Ability to follow Rules   10

     

    Bears Score:   95.0


    • thelordreigns gold member
      August 8, 2007
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      Whether I count in total, line by line, or word by word, there are 110 syllables in this piece. So I looked at my grammar and fixed the adverb in line 14 from loud to loudly. The word "twenty-one" is 3 syllables unless you remove the hypen, then it is two??? But "twentyone" is not a word so I am stumped if ther are more syllables missing according to Wordscount!

      The breaks were in there before for two reasons - one, I am still fighting the urge to write in stanzas - two - I thought the breaks made the whole diamond shaped looked broken thus symbolizing the situation of the missionaries. I have compromised and I think I do like it better this way. Now the two breaks in the diamond shape represent a gem cut off from the rest of the world. Does that make sense? It does look a lot better.

      I am glad you liked this Bear! When I saw their beautiful faces, I had to write for them.

      -jo


  • GTseng3
    August 7, 2007

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    I applaud anyone who takes the time to make a poem that not only makes a point (and a good one, whatever your faith,) but also makes the poem beautiful and well constructed. Well done sir!


  • Ammon
    August 7, 2007

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    Very beautiful! I agree with you in every way! I am a spiritual person like you and I really appreciate this beautiful piece of art you displayed. Great job!

  • CSI FanNextDoor
    August 7, 2007

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    Very nice poem. I really enjoyed reading it. I will be praying for their freedom. Keep up the good work.


  • crisstiena
    August 7, 2007

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    Leaving this one to the Bear as I need to

    study up on 'form' poetry before

    I feel qualified to judge.

     

    :)

     

    good luck in the POD

     

    ~crisstiena~

     

    Flow   8

    Topic   6

    Depth   7.5

    Theme   7

    Feelings   7

    Grammar   9

    Presentation 7

    Uncommonness   6

    Sit & Ponder Affect   7

    Ability to follow Rules  9

    criss’s Score:  73.5

     


  • raggyann
    August 7, 2007
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    ill pray and ask everyone i know to pray
    bless you too


  • Kevin Moderators member
    August 7, 2007

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    nicely formed lines, very interesting & effective use of centered text.

    I love seeing current news expressed in poetry, great job!


  • M0ofi3
    August 7, 2007

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    A Convicting Write...

    ...I find myself flinching as I read it. This is the glaring reality of selfless service to the one true God. Your words seem very carefully chosen, almost borne of a personal conviction.

    While the majority won't support what these missionaries are doing because of a disdain for their message, the rest are simply selfish, lazy and apathetic. A small minority is probably interceding in their behalf.


  • micol
    August 7, 2007

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    Solid blending of theme and form. The subject is powerful enough on its own; the carefully controlled form helps support meaning.

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