Into the depths of untold depravity,
a perfect creation had fallen away;
unimagined grace poured out from our God above –
As His Hand of wrath was firmly stayed.
The Cross, stark and still, standing upon a naked hill…
subtly calls for the World’s attention.
Since the dawn of everlasting time,
our Savior awaited His appointed day;
despite humanity’s race to certain doom –
His Hand of wrath was intentionally stayed.
The Cross, stark and still, standing upon a naked hill…
continues to demonstrate His gift of Salvation.
The twinkling stars danced across the midnight blue
as songs arose from the angelic array;
quietly the Messianic babe in a manger lay –
As His Hand of wrath was lovingly stayed.
The Cross, stark and still, standing upon a naked hill…
serves as a testament of Love’s perfection.
A carpenter's son? He’s just a man!
His godly claim on earth displayed
had believers searching for purest faith –
His Hand of wrath was securely stayed.
The Cross, stark and still, standing upon a naked hill…
reminds that our debt was paid for sin’s violation.
In the face of false accusations,
Christ held His tongue to Pilate’s dismay,
for God’s plan played out for all to see –
As His Hand of wrath was purposely stayed.
The Cross, stark and still, standing upon a naked hill…
is a backdrop for a risen Lord calling us with adoration.
Author notes
This is a collaboration piece with Mr. Jeffrey Jordan of Wichita Falls, Texas.
A contest entry
- the love ... by PrabhuDayal Khattar.
400 points, ended January 31, 10 entries
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Joe,
Wow, I believe this piece is one of your best yet. Keep up the good work my friend.
Fred (Drybones)
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Let the Praises ring...a testimony of faith rings out in your write, inspiring well done write. Blessings.
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Great development here. the story moves, both in the quatrains and the couplets. A wonderfuk psalm of praise and salvation.
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A Hymn of praise?
This is an awesome piece, a driving word picture and one that cries out to be sung in His praise. This collaborative piece is lovely indeed. I am quite impressed with it.
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Wow I loved this! So appropriate as we approach Easter, you captured the agony and the grace and the love. A wonderful reminder for me today. Form-wise it's top notch as well, the repeated lines really add to the piece. Nice write! Blessings. :-)
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hmm i personally couldnt really read the entire thing didnt grab me into it but it is well written
thanks for entering!
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I like what you've done with it!
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Ah..what the wonderful immages and the scenario you created here bringing the dimentions of the grace of HIS presence..very thoughtful work..thanks for sharing..
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this is absolutely breathtaking and beautiful!!!amazing....it brought tears to my eyes and moved my soul..thank you for sharing this!!!
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Very good, Such an informative piece. Shows His earthly form, yet glows with His eternal glow. Just loved the repeated lines in between. A reminder as we read. Wonderfully done.
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