Left from the right the sword cleaves asunder.
Rightly dividing the word of truth his work is God’s wonder.
The path left behind is now very clear.
The will and heart of the Lord has been brought to bear.
The painter applies the colors of grace, the intent of the Kingdom of God.
These hues reveal His beauteous face. His own are moved to laud.
The voice of the Spirit is heard behind his teaching.
All of those who choose to hear it bear fruit of His good changing.
Chisel of love, and of mercy, the Form is a little clearer,
as those who look into His word, as into a mirror.
Grief of sin gives way to promise found in hope,
as if holy breath breathes upon each discouraged smoke.
Happy are those who heed the word, their feet on firmer ground.
Praise is pouring from each heart; it’s worship without sound.
But greater praise must come, through lives being changed,
as wills continue to submit, its life is rearranged.
© 11-17-08
Author notes
For my Pastor, brother Ray Montoya
His church's website: http://www.calvarysouthwest.com/Home.html
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Very nice and quite a credit to a minister's yoke. Reminds me of God's light being a lamp unto our feet and our paths.
What a neat person this must be. Great poem and dedication!
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Thanks, sweet-sis. Hope you and yours are well...
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This is such a touching and beautiful tribute to someone who is obviously a cherished mentor in your life. Excellent flow, great rhyme.
Write on.
~*~SP~*~
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wow!!!
this is so beautiful...
I particularly love the line that goes "the painter applies the colors of grace, the intent of the kingdom of God" signifies what the preacher brings...does'nt it?
Beautiful.
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this is simply amazing! a wonderful tribute. thank you for sharing it with us. keep writing poet! God bless you always
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Your words of wisdom ring out throught your poem. Your Pastor will be honored by this. Wonderful line Happy are those who heed the word, their feet on firmer ground. Keep up the good writing my friend.
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I feel this is the strongest line: Happy are those who heed the word, their feet on firmer ground.
Amen. Great write, your Pastor will read it with pride. Rose
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A great praise of a wonderful saint. So good at expressing how this man of God is always a warrior and never leaves his faith at home. Great job!
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A gift such as this can't be bought. This is beautiful. I really like the line, "Grief of sin gives way to promise found in hope" A blessing to read this morning.
Sam
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