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The big question

 

Jesus would say..

 

Look me in the eyes and ask:
When filthy, I begged on the sidewalk,
When ragged, I knocked at your door,
While I died in flea ridden prisons,
Could you possibly have done more?

Why won't you hear their cries?

The hungry, they die with hands empty,

The broken, are kicked while they're down,

The needs of a world filled with violence,

Just cause some to turn with a frown.

 

Remember; I do not miss a thing.

If you fail to heed their needs,

what then will be your plea?

For what you did for the least of them,

You did, or did not do for me!

 

 

 

Author notes

My thoughts turned to the parable of the sheep and the goats. I believe that the Lord is hurting for the neglected millions, and asking His children why so many of them choose to ignore such great need.
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  • jadeangyal
    November 8, 2008

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    I do believe that Jesus is hurt to see his children suffer. However, I don't believe that it is possible to end all suffering. If there were no suffering, there would be no peace. It is not natural. But I also agree with your poem. There is more that each of us can do, maybe not half-way around the world, but certainly in our own community or sphere of influence.


  • charmander13
    November 1, 2008

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    Maybe all the suffering in the world might be for a reason. We might not see it now, and maybe we won't ever... but yes, just carrying on that faith is good enough sometimes no?

    Beautiful poem here- it made me think. .

    Great job!


  • FransB gold member
    August 30, 2008

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    I can

    associate with what you have written. I ask the same question, often, when I take note of those around me, and also our war-stricken world. The first lines of each stanza read as a stanza within a poem. Be blessed. Frans


  • TwilightAngel026
    August 1, 2008

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    A very creative take on the prompt. I like this piece. I look forward to reading more of your work when I get the chance.

  • celadia
    July 16, 2008
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    Love it. Fantastic.


  • NurseHayley
    July 12, 2008

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    Short and thought provoking

    Although I do not class myself as religious or a Christian I liked this poem. The piece itself could be written about any onlooker of society today, and I find myself agreeing with its message. Working with the public so closely I see a lot of horrible things and do my best to make people's lives better or easier in times of stress.

    It frustrates me to see people hurting others and I wish they knew the consequences of their actions... whether related to faith or another force...

    Good luck for the contest if it's still going (this new AP confuses an older user like me lol)

    Take care

    Hayley x


    • Dreamana
      July 13, 2008
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      TY for your kind comment. Sadly I was not placed in the contest, but enjoyed writing it. People can truly be cruel.


  • toomysterious
    July 11, 2008
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    OMG, this is awesome and so true. Your take on the prompt superb Gold in my eyes.


  • ForeverNeverYours
    July 8, 2008

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    hmm, im not a very religious person but i did enjoy this. it makes sense when i think about it and im one of those people who alwasy try to help the best i can fro someone else. this is a really nice poem


  • Talking Toni gold member
    July 7, 2008

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    Amen!!!!

    This is indeed another thought that surely must go through Jesus's mind when he looks downon this earth...I like this piece it is like it is straight from the heart of Jesus. Thanks for your entry and the best of luck in my contest!!!~~Toni~~

  • Starz of Heaven gold member
    July 7, 2008

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    Sometimes I wonder does God hear goodluck in the contest best wishes always have a great day my friend take care

    • Dreamana
      July 7, 2008
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      I am sure that He does hear, have amended the write, as it could have need misunderstood as me asking God the questions.

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