God is in us All........reposted for DA

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Balladeer

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0 posted 2001-10-12 12:01 PM

The preacher watched the little boy as he walked through the church,
Looked under all the rows of pews as though he were in search
Of something he had dropped, perhaps, now lying on the floor...
But then he checked the altar and he looked behind the door.

The boy then checked the bathrooms and he searched the nursery
And, as he watched, the preacher smiled with curiosity
Till finally he approached the lad and said, "Excuse me, son.
Did you lose something here or are you just out having fun?"

"My momma said that God lives here", the boy said with a frown.
"But I've been looking everywhere. He must not be around."
The preacher smiled at that small child and said, "No, that's not true
Our God is here, you precious lad. He's there inside of you."

"Inside of me!?", the boy exclaimed. "Well, would you not get mad
If I just take him home with me to meet my mom and dad?"
"Not mad at all", the preacher said. "There really is no call.
You see, my son, the fact is that our God is in us all."

"No way!", the boy cried. "Don't tell me he's in that bully Spike
Who punches me in school all day and stole my brother's bike!
Or what about the counselors who scream at me in school
Or Grandma when she comes around and treats me mean and cruel?"

"Them, too", the preacher said, "and you can take it for a fact
That God's in everyone you see, no matter how they act.
It may be hard believing when you see the things some do
But, though the devil's present, know that God is in there, too."

"Then I guess I should love all men", the little boy replied.
"Ain't right to hate nobody, knowin' they've got God inside.
I'll try to live my life the best I can to show I care
For everyone, no matter what, 'cause I know God's in there."

The boy then turned away and, in the middle of his walk,
He called back to the preacher, "Hey! I'm glad we had this talk!"
"I'm glad we had it, too." he whispered to the little child
And, somewhere high above them both, the Lord looked down and smiled.

Midnitesun

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1 posted 2001-10-12 12:06 PM

Yes! This is a great poem, Michael...can I call you Sir Balladeer now? My library will happily welcome this one.

Balladeer

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2 posted 2001-10-12 12:09 PM

midnitesun...you may call me anything - just call me!

I am honored to reside in your library. Thank you

Heather Miller
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3 posted 2001-10-12 12:10 PM

This is a VERY AWESOME poem!!!!!!!!!!!! Glad it was reposted cuz this was my first time reading it............OH MY GOODNESS that is Great.
† † † † † † †
CAN I PRINT IT??????? I am I am

Without the experiance of love where would we be? We would have no memories to cherish.
With love it brings hurt with hurt bittersweet memories.

[This message has been edited by Heather Miller (edited 10-12-2001).]

Dark Angel
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4 posted 2001-10-12 12:15 PM

Awww, thanks so much for reposting this Deer, I really needed to read it again.
it really touches my heart, my soul.

"Then I guess I should love all men", the little boy replied.
"Ain't right to hate nobody, knowin' they've got God inside.
I'll try to live my life the best I can to show I care
For everyone, no matter what, 'cause I know God's in there."

Really really beautiful and something the world needs to be reminded off.

Thanks again Deer.

Maree

p.s adding to my library.

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5 posted 2001-10-12 12:15 PM

My sincere thanks, Heather. I VERY glad you enjoyed it. Peace....

and thank you for requesting it, Maree. It's an honor to have poetry remembered and requested...I appreciate you

[This message has been edited by Balladeer (edited 10-12-2001).]

everafterhim
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6 posted 2001-10-12 12:16 PM

WOW! I'm speechless. WOW!

doreen peri
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7 posted 2001-10-12 01:03 AM

this is one of my very favorites of yours, michael ...... i love this so much ..... i'm so glad you reposted this... it's a treasure... as are you.......

Mysteria

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8 posted 2001-10-12 01:27 AM

Well this preacher and I agree that is for sure, and Michael what a wonderful message is in this story, I only wish it were on the front page of every newspaper instead of what is now there. Kudos, my friend. I shall go digging in the archives tomorrow as I didn't know you took requests.

~I always have time to listen to someone talking from their heart~

Kit McCallum

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9 posted 2001-10-12 07:35 AM

"It may be hard believing when you see the things some do
But, though the devil's present, know that God is in there, too."

I remembered this beautiful piece from before, but re-experiencing this is a treasure. This simply warms my heart Micheal ... I feel like I just got a hug from the heavens dear poet. Thank you for this uplifting story of inspiration ... you never cease to amaze me, and I'm sooooo very grateful for that!

Best wishes,
/Kit

rwood
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10 posted 2001-10-12 07:35 AM

A brilliant view into our human hearts. I really love this. Thanks for the repost...I would have missed a gem!

Sincerely,
Regina

Irish Rose
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11 posted 2001-10-12 07:40 AM

"That God's in everyone you see, no matter how they act."

yes, and he needs to increase as we decrease. Appreciated reading this today.

Kathleen
nickname "Kay"

"Others can stop you temporarily, but only you can do it permanently."

Lady In White

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12 posted 2001-10-12 08:34 AM

One of your best, ever, Sir, straight from the heart and directly to the matter...thank you.

jellybeans
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13 posted 2001-10-12 09:39 AM

ahhhhh Bal, you know just how to get to the heart....this is wonderful...now if it were only as easy as you make it sound......*shakes her head and sighs*

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14 posted 2001-10-12 11:27 AM

Then I guess I should love all men", the little boy replied.
"Ain't right to hate nobody, knowin' they've got God inside.
I'll try to live my life the best I can to show I care
For everyone, no matter what, 'cause I know God's in there."

The boy then turned away and, in the middle of his walk,
He called back to the preacher, "Hey! I'm glad we had this talk!"
"I'm glad we had it, too." he whispered to the little child
And, somewhere high above them both, the Lord looked down and smiled.
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Yes..this has always been a favorite..
on a very long list...
and this is classic Deer poetry...
and an perfect example of your gifts..
and how much we can learn from you.
Ya get extra spammy smooches for this one DEER ONE

When your own emptiness is all that's getting through
There comes a point when you're not sure why you're still talking
I passed that point long ago

Duncan
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15 posted 2001-10-12 12:48 PM

God's not the only one smiling. I love your 'feel good' poetry.

LngJhnAg
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16 posted 2001-10-12 02:17 PM

Hey there, 'Deer - I'm gladdened to see you take requests - heh - This is a goodie poem it is. Perhaps I can remind all these fine poets of your scalawaggie ways.

Martie

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17 posted 2001-10-12 03:55 PM

Oh deer, this is so touching to read..I loved it!

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18 posted 2001-10-12 04:29 PM

Message, meter, rhyme, symmetry, imagery... Michael, I commend you on your sense of aesthetics and ability in expressing it.

-MVS

"Learn to let go of fear, doubt, and disbelief..." --THE MATRIX

http://www.davidicke.com/icke/index1c.html

Startime
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19 posted 2001-10-13 03:53 PM

So wonderful to read your words again, Sir Balladeer and to do so with this masterpiece is perfect for me. Thank you so much for sharing your incredible talent. Magnificent, of course.

Balladeer

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20 posted 2001-10-13 08:01 PM

everafterhim...thank you for such a wonderful speecless response

Doreen...thank you

it's proud to be one of your favorites

Mysteria...I ALWAYS take requests!

Kit...anything I can do to warm that special heart makes me proud

rwood....my pleasure and thank you for enjoying it

Rose...my sincere thanks for your reply

Lady..thank you! Hopefully it was a good shot..

jellybeans...ain't it the truth? Nuttin' is ever as easy as it seems

Thanks for stopping by!!

janet Marie....Oh, boy! Those spammy smooches are adding up! Can't wait to cash them in!!!

Duncan....I thank you, sir. To make one feel good through writing is a good feeeling. I'm very glad you liked it

LongJohn...any remarks I may have made about taking requests are hereby rescinded!

(but only for you!) You can't fool these people with your lies! They know I'm sweet and kind....

Martie..thank you, sweet lady

MARK..I thank you for whatever in the heck you said!

Seriously, that will remain one of the best comments I have ever received and I thank you, sir

Strartime...you wonderful lady! It is SO good to see you back here gracing our pages. I'm glad you liked it and....WELCOME BACK!!

Dark Angel
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21 posted 2001-10-15 02:24 AM

Just had to have another read

Bump!

Maree

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