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deleeme
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since 1999-10-09
Posts 1766
NEW ENGLAND, USA

0 posted 2000-04-30 02:45 PM


Picture your Life as a Billboard
With a message all of it's own,
Just what may it be saying
To those by whom it is known?

In truth, our life Advertises
Whether by intent or default,
Of just for whom or what are we living
And what our life is about?

The Claims that we make may mean nothing
If unbacked by the Life that we live,
Our Words,Thoughts and Deeds speak volumes--
On Lfe's Billboard, it's message it gives.

Just what does your Life say to others?
[Be honest, it's importance,is clear],
For either it's recommending
Or tearing down things that are dear.  

For even Paul so tells us
Our Lives as Epistles will be,
As Christians, we may be the sole Gospel
That some people may now see!

Do your Best to so live Life
In a way, God, to Gloify,
To be a true Help, not a Hindrance
To all whom your Billboard pass by!


 "Our Creativity points to a Higher Creator--we couldn't have just happened, and for what ability we may possess--to God be the glory." -dlw-



© Copyright 2000 David L. White - All Rights Reserved
ellie LeJeune
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since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156
King of Prussia, PA USA
1 posted 2000-04-30 05:21 PM


David; "walk the walk, don't just talk the talk", is what comes to mind here. Sometimes we don't have to say a word if His Love is shining through! Terrific poem, as usual. Always thought provoking and inspiring. Ellie

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Songbird
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since 1999-12-15
Posts 2184
Missouri
2 posted 2000-04-30 05:59 PM


The best sermons are short and to the point and yes we as Christians are walking billboards of what Christ can do for anyone who asks. We have to be sure if we advertise, we are the kind of person God want for an endorsement. Thanks for a good read and your friendship.
son of man
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since 2000-04-25
Posts 125

3 posted 2000-04-30 11:27 PM


i have often imagined my life as an epistle,
but i didn't know it was written in the bible like that. your words here a full of truth and wisdom. youre a fine author, and i favor your work. keep it up. god bless.

 

deleeme
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since 1999-10-09
Posts 1766
NEW ENGLAND, USA
4 posted 2000-04-30 11:58 PM


Thank you for your replies. I appreciate your support and encouragement.

Son of Man--the Biblical reference which refers to the Christian life as a living epistle is found in 2 Corinthians 3:1-4.

sandgrain
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since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662
Sycamore, IL, USA
5 posted 2000-05-01 06:15 PM


Another great one, David.  Talk is cheap but the walk has great value to many plus glorifing the Father.  I like the billboard analogy.
Alle'cram
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since 2000-02-28
Posts 1816
Texas
6 posted 2000-05-01 10:06 PM


David,
Powerful and thank you, as the Lord is
dealing with me in this area of my life, in Christ.

"For even Paul so tells us
Our Lives as Epistles will be,
As Christians, we may be the sole Gospel
That some people may now see!"

Powerful and Amen, looking forward soon to hearing you deliver a sermon, in the flesh!
I already have the pleasure of your fellowship, spiritually. Bless You, Marcy


Jester59701
Member
since 2000-02-29
Posts 154

7 posted 2000-05-02 03:26 AM


Sincerely David,
Your billboard spoke to my heart. Yours is one epistle I look forward to reading. I read  this poem, then read it a few more times to drink it all in, I sure like the way you write.
                     Jester


[This message has been edited by Jester59701 (edited 05-02-2000).]

BSC
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since 2000-02-04
Posts 2919
New York, USA
8 posted 2000-05-02 08:08 AM


David - How true.....Another inspiring piece of work.  What a great reminder to each of us.  The title reminded me of some of the billboards that have gone up around here lately...my favorite...."Don't make Me come down there!!!!" signed...God.  Thanks for this.....Bonnie
Denise
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since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648

9 posted 2000-05-02 07:13 PM


We are those living epistles! Let us be ever mindful of that as we live our daily lives. Wonderful poem, David! I'm sure it made a wonderful sermon!

Denise

WhtDove
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245
Illinois
10 posted 2000-05-03 10:05 AM


I have to add a Hallelujah here! This is such a fantastic analogy David!!!
This one really spoke to me  

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Our background and circumstances may have influenced who we are, but we are responsible for who we become.


Dennis L. White
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since 2000-02-17
Posts 1463
Michigan, U.S.A.
11 posted 2000-05-04 11:15 AM


David,
   You have put it so well,

   In truth, our life Advertises
   Whether by intent or default,
   Of just for whom or what are we living
   And what our life is about?

When we think we are fooling others it often turns out we are only fooling ourselves! Very well written and scores a bullseye!
                       Dennis :^)



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