Divine Copyright

by Michael D Nalley   Mar 1, 2009


Created in the image and likeness of the divine
Some words pass through me as if they were mine
Words to dispel darkness words meant to inspire
Warm words to heal the passion of a pointless fire

Many desires and appetites have left us so cold
Thank God for the gift of wisdom, as we grow old
We're made in His image and likeness we are told
Yet our human weaknesses sometimes are bold

If the truth is to be known we all must confess
That we all fall short of the faith and love we profess
But everyday hope lives in the trusting soul evermore
Though temptations of the flesh are too big to ignore

For many have proudly fallen, but the humble shall rise
With the acceptance of the Lord's grace that opens our eyes
When all looks to be lost and relief seems hidden from our sight
The Spirit within the willing triumphs with a Divine copyright

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  • 12 years ago

    by East Poetry

    I ask God for knowledge and wisdom, every time I pray. Wisdom is a beautiful think I look forward to as I age

    wonderful poem.

    Randy

  • 14 years ago

    by East Poetry

    Another one I really like of yours. NICE!!

  • 15 years ago

    by You Kill Me

    If the truth is to be known we all must confess
    That we all fall short of the faith and love we profess

    This is my favorite line. It was put together so well, and is full with meaning and power.

    I loved it so much.
    Very good.

  • 15 years ago

    by Lu

    Created in the image and likeness of the divine
    Some words pass through me as if they were mine
    Words to dispel darkness words meant to inspire
    Warm words to heal the passion of a pointless fire
    ^^^
    I love the direction you are heading in this piece but I found it to have to many "words"
    They seems to fit perfectly in the 3rd line and removing them may cause a loss of power that the poems holds. Not sure how it could be re-worded but the repetition does draw attention away from the powerful effect the poem could have.

    Some words pass through me as if they were mine
    ^^^
    I do love this line though ... and the feeling it gives me

    For many have proudly fallen, but the humble shall rise
    With the acceptance of the Lord's grace that opens our eyes
    When all looks to be lost and relief seems hidden from our sight
    The Spirit within the willing triumphs with a Divine copyright
    ^^^
    I love this ending and couldn't think of a better way to end this gem.

    It is overall a wonderful read and therefore would love to see it upon the front pages and am therefore going to nominate it.

    Thanks for sharing
    Luanne

  • Good work its nice to read poems that are good keep up the work your doing good

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