Open Poetry #37 |
The Answer |
StevenS Senior Member
since 2005-09-21
Posts 945L. A. (Lower Alabama) |
There can be no answer, without a question. No conviction without a trial. A traveler needs a destination, be it a step or be it a mile. There can be no victory, without a battle being fought. Treasure is seldom found, without being sought. Imagination is a fine thing, a gift from the giver, that I humbly call my King. He said,that it hasn't entered, into the mind of man, the love that awaits, the completion of his plan And I believe! Not because some preacher told me so. Oh no, not me! A skeptic from the start! Invisible God? You must think I'm not that smart. But oh what a void in me, earthly treasures and pleasures, could not fill. I was just another snowball, rolling down a hill. The agony of my condition, knocked me to my knees. I cried out with all my heart, "If there is a God out there, won't you help me please!" No man proved to me that he exists, but while broken and shattered, upon my knees,...I felt his kiss. Now I still sumble sometimes, and God knows sometimes I fall. But when I do, it's on the name of Jesus, that I call. |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Steven, your poem "The Question" and this one, "The Answer" make a powerfully, dynamic duo! I am in awe of your talent, your mind, and your spirit. Hugs with love, Linda |
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XOx Uriah xOX Senior Member
since 2006-02-11
Posts 1403Virginia |
And... It is only from the depths and filth of the swine lot, that the prodigal begins to see how glorious his fathers house is. He returns...prepared and willing to be a servant. And is welcomed as a Son. Amen Brother. |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Ah, dear Steven.. I believe in the sun even when it's not shining. I believe in love even when not feeling it. I believe in God ...even when He is silent. I loved your poem..well said m'friend. Hugs~Nancy ~ Trace my body with your words, |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Steven From a poem of mine, a sort of answer: "Take these words and all this paper, these printed exclamations of feeling, this intelligent question, this tale of light and laughter, all these marvelous and exploding tears and build a tree you see, to jump from and see around and over this tedious trail, to glaze the surface of this day with delicious and glorious gleaning. Return to midnight and stars slow circling and release your full blooming, for sure each small movement is a changing thing that alters, if only the leaf you cling to, and dawn will seep into the dark valley with the reverent and worthy color of hope" |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
There can be no answer, without a question. No conviction without a trial. A traveler needs a destination, be it a step or be it a mile. There can be no victory, without a battle being fought. Treasure is seldom found, without being sought. Wise words you write... *S* I like this very much!! |
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Ratleader
since 2003-01-23
Posts 7026Visiting Earth on a Guest Pass |
There can be no answer, without a question. No conviction without a trial. I beg to differ.....depending on the meaning of the two words. You may be convicted without trial, something that's happened to me before, and I'm sure, to all of us..... ....but if you have a conviction, there will most definitely be a trial....maybe many trials. ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸¸¸ºº> ~~(¸¸ ¸¸ºº> ~~~(¸¸ER¸¸ºº> |
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The Lady Member Rara Avis
since 2005-12-26
Posts 7634The Southwest |
Your "Answer" is just perfect Steven! |
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Air Goddess Member
since 2006-02-11
Posts 108Canada |
Quite an "answer" you have got there.... for the ultimate question. Well crafted! |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
Introspection of one's heart can lead to many insightful moments... even sighful moments when truth rings clear. Steven...look how quickly with your love of poetry... you've become one to read. Well done, Sir. Straight from the soul. |
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StevenS Senior Member
since 2005-09-21
Posts 945L. A. (Lower Alabama) |
What wonderful replys from such wonderful people. Thank you all so much for the inspiration you give me to be a better poet and person. God Bless! :-) |
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