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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California 
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BECAUSE Because I only knew what felt right to me, He was wrongfully judged. Because I bragged of myself for all to see, His own name was to be smudged. Because I sought only acclaim for myself, He found indignity scorns. Because I thought I was king of the world, He was given a crown of thorns. Because I danced with sickness I couldn't see, He took thirty-nine stripes across His back. But for moans and groans over ills I did perceive, I never even heard the whip crack. Because I was proud and arrogant, He carried a cross of shame. Because I was sanctimonious and self-righteous, He was nailed to its frame. Because I searched for glory here on earth, He was uplifted toward the skies. Because I was crooked, cursed in birth, He saved a thief from sure demise. And because I adored my own flesh, They plunged a spear deep in His side. Yes, because I glorified myself, Jesus Christ was crucified. But only because God loved this world enough- To give His only begotten Son, Did Jesus die upon that cross, And enter hell's dominion. And only because Christ could not be bound- By Satan or any earthly grave; Through His rising again - can I testify, That I am no longer sin's slave. I'm free, I'm full of love and life, Forgiven of the past I once immasked. Jesus washed me blood I'll never be worthy of, Simply because................I asked. Michael [This message has been edited by Michael (edited 11-09-1999).] |
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Nan
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-05-20
Posts 21191Cape Cod Massachusetts USA |
Amen, my friend....  |
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Sunshine
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-25
Posts 63354Listening to every heart |
A humble thank you, kind Sir. |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
Amen....and thank you... ------------------ A soul that writes from the heart and shares it, truly gives a gift extraordinaire! |
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Watcher666 Senior Member
since 1999-10-13
Posts 1606 |
Absolutely Beautiful! ------------------ Illusion...what we see and what we do...it's all up to you. |
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JennyLee Senior Member
since 1999-09-01
Posts 1461Northwestern, NJ. |
What a beautiful, and spiritual piece.  Jenny ------------------ Love is an attempt at penetrating another being,But it can only succeed if the surrender is mutual. |
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Munda Member Elite
since 1999-10-08
Posts 3544The Hague, The Netherlands |
Indeed very beautiful. : ) |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
This one says it all! Very very good, Michael! ------------------ Denise |
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deleeme Senior Member
since 1999-10-09
Posts 1766NEW ENGLAND, USA |
I am deeply touched by your picture of the Christ which we all put on the cross by our sin, and the God willing to lift us up again. A Powerful picture & message,indeed! ------------------ "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- |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
I'm in awe Michael! Excellent message, and so well stated! WOW! |
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Julie Senior Member
since 1999-08-20
Posts 739Houston, TX |
Amen Michael. Thanks for reminding us why. An humbling poem. |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
Speachless here |
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Systematic Decay Senior Member
since 1999-09-15
Posts 1301That place with padded walls and funny people in white......... |
As I am not informed on religion, i hope I am not being a pest to ask a question about Jesus. Was he crucified for all of mankinds sins, or only for Christians? Don't get me wrong, I am not beinf sarcastic or anything, I am just curious. Micheal, wonderful work, as always. ------------------ Thinking is just what a great many people think they are doing when they are merely rearranging their predjudices. |
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Tweety Junior Member
since 1999-11-10
Posts 26stute, of insanity, Passions to be more |
Wonderful piece of writing here. [This message has been edited by Tweety (edited 11-13-1999).] |
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Echo Rhayne Senior Member
since 1999-09-17
Posts 1495Canyon Country, CA |
Michael, I sit here in tears after reading this poem! Many know that Christ died for all of our sins, but many do not understand that even the smallest of sins, or things we dont even realize are sins, He died for. I am almost speachless after reading this, but I do believe that this is a poem that needs to get out into the world for everyone to read, especially the non-believers! If you do not mind, I would like to print this out to share with my church (all credit to you of course). Amy...Jesus Christ died on the cross for EVERYONE's sins, not just Christians...For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Hi, shall not perish bt have ever lasting life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him. Whoever believes in Him si not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because he has not believed in the name of God's one and only Son." (John 3:16-18)...'Christian' is a name given to anyone who is a follower of Chirst..."and when he found him, he brought him to Antioch. So fora whole year Barnabas and Saul met with the church and taught great numbers of people. The disciples were called Christians first at Antioch." (Acts 11:26) ------------------ ~*~ Time erases and rewrites all the lines. What remains is the poetry! ~*~ |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
I know this is kind of old, one of the first poems to be posted in this forum, but that is one reason why I brought it back up. There have been many new faces showing in here in the last month or so and I would just like them to see this. The other reason is to say thank you to all who commented the first time through. I seek no credit but only hope this poem has allowed God to touch you as He has touched me. I apologize for my recent absence, I hope I will be more apparantly present here and posting more now that the holidays are finished. Thank you and may God bless you all. Michael |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Michael I'm glad you brought this back up front. Funny I replied to it but I didn't recall it...But I tell ya I had the same reaction. I am in AWE and it brought tears to my eyes. You have written this so very well! I don't know what else to say. <*\\\>< Where there is faith, there is love. Where there is love, there is peace. Where there is peace, there is GOD. Where there is GOD, there is no need. Hallmark |
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Songbird Member Elite
since 1999-12-15
Posts 2184Missouri |
Michael, thank you for reposting this, I am new here. I am in awe after reading this, this is by far your best. |
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Shirleeah Storey Member
since 2000-01-03
Posts 68Delaware |
Michael, You are truly a gifted writer and I know that God is using you in a mighty way. I'm new here, but your poem has truly inspired me to submit something I hope you will enjoy. Continue to allow God to use you to touch everyone through your writings. May God bless you and your family. |
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Nate Dogg Senior Member
since 1999-11-15
Posts 1658Georgia, Fulton |
Very beautiful poem Michael! It's very obvious that you are a very gifted writer and you're also one the best poets on this board too! God bless you! Nathan |
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Femme's Father Member
since 1999-10-30
Posts 58Carrollton, TX, USA |
Michael,I once knew of an Arc-angel of that name I think? Now don't get a BIG head.... Seriously I think you have been to hell & back just so you can reach others through your experiences! seems a man by the name of Jesus went through similar experiences too! I can always tell the ones' who have been in the "wilderness" & hear the voice of the Spirit speak...You keep up the good work cause' you are blessing many more than you realize! God is using this forum to reach many of his chosen..How do you think you ended up here? Love your work and the depth in which you flow..Great insight into the Word of God! Stay humble! Stay great! Phillipians 2..Love you-cause Jesus does too! james david |
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Thaddeus Member
since 1999-11-16
Posts 78MA |
Thank you. I love how well you present the suffering of Christ's Passion. The suffering He willingly accepted, contrasted with our sins, which make Him suffer by going against His will, in small or large ways. Then your ending of how He accepts us into His grace by our accepting Him, that all we have to do is accept Him is to ask Him to accept us. A very touching poem. |
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mirjam Member
since 1999-11-24
Posts 246Auckland, New Zealand |
thanks michael for reposting this - i totally echo everyone's praise of your writing - God is definately using you to reach people! But you're right - all praise goes to God for making it possible and giving you the gift. Reading it i realised again how every little sin we commit nailed Jesus on that cross - every vain thought, every idle word. What an excellent poem Michael i'm glad we'll be reading more of your work again - i've missed it!!! |
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samsonheart Member
since 1999-12-20
Posts 72Missouri rez. |
Michael, this poem is a blessing. It is a wonderful testimony and it is so awesome to see God using your talents to glorify Him. My prayer is that this poem reaches throughout Passions like ripples in a pond. samsonheart |
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lostboy Member
since 1999-11-21
Posts 275New Hampshire, USA |
Thanks for re posting this, I'm glad I got to see it. Echo, thanks for your added words also. |
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Felix Member
since 1999-12-15
Posts 78USA |
ok there isn't much left to be said....so I just thought I'd let you know that I read it and like it a lot...and thanks for reposting it so I got a chance to read it. Did you ever read about a frog who dreamed of being a king, and then became one? - Neil Diamond |
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Echo Rhayne Senior Member
since 1999-09-17
Posts 1495Canyon Country, CA |
Michael, I wanted to bring this poem back up because I think many could use to read it again! It is a great poem and its message has stuck in my mind since I first read it! So I hope that you don't mind =)~ *hugs* I'm not waving, I'm drowning! |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
MICHAEL; Your honesty with your own failings, echo mine, and the wonderful truth of Jesus' saving Grace is all there is to know, and all we'll ever need. You have written a masterpiece. I'm so glad this poem was brought to the for. Inspiring beyond words. Ellie 02 |
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LindaMac Junior Member
since 2000-04-16
Posts 23Houston, Texas, USA |
You've told the story so beautifully. This would make a lovely song. Linda |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Michael this is a very sobering, humble poem. Man, I feel guilt when I read this, and only because of my own shortcomings. He has a way to make us stop and think, and today it was through you! Thank you Michael! <*\\\>< When you can't make up your mind, Which way is right for you, Stop and softly ask yourself, "What Would Jesus Do?" |
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