Confession
Criticism slips so easily
From unempathetic tongue
That we even blame ourselves.
Still are we not to appraise ourselves
And others, all the time...
Praying for Grace's wisdom?
Shame and blame
Are often all we hear
But surely are not love?
There is no God but God,
Jesus but a shadow of His Love,
Can we claim the same?
Though we are His children,
Let our pride be in Christ's blood,
Not in our own deeds.
Such grace, such beauty, such love,
Loved by God before creation...
Teach me Your ways, oh Lord!
Long Tooth
August 9, 2016
Poet’s Notes:
Inspired by a poem by Caro Cecile, a FB friend and poet!
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