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Dennis L. White Senior Member
since 2000-02-17
Posts 1463Michigan, U.S.A. 
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When Samuel heard his name in the night, He answered without hesitation, For he ran to Eli saying, "Here am I", Twas sent back to bed in quiet resignation. Samuel was called a second time, He arose and to Eli said, "Here am I; for thou didst call me", Eli said NO!, now get back to bed. Now Samuel was young and the Lord he knew not, Neither had the Lords' Word been revealed, But he'd been Lent to the Lord by his mother dear, To this end his sweet spirit did yield. Now the Lord called to Samuel, now thrice, He arose, and went to Eli once more, Eli percieved, the Lord called the child, New instructions then he did outpour. "Go lie down;and it shall be, if He calls to thee", (Don't come to me), but these words say, Speak, Lord for thy servant heareth, (Do this and you'll be blessed this day). The Lord came again and called as before, Samuels name was once again heard, Samuel spoke as Eli had instructed, He faithfully spoke every word. "Speak, Lord for thy servant heareth," Should be words WE are ready to voice, For if to His Call we freely surrender, We'll truely have reason to Rejoice! --------------------------------------------- The primary Biblical text this poem is based on, may be found in 1st Samuel, Chapter 3, King James Version. < !signature--> Poetry is the expression of thoughts which awake the higher and nobler emotions, or their opposites, with words arranged to some accepted convention.........or maybe not! Dennis :^) [This message has been edited by Dennis L. White (edited 02-25-2000).] |
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deleeme Senior Member
since 1999-10-09
Posts 1766NEW ENGLAND, USA |
This is a wonderful Poem, Dennis! You have written, bringing this Old Testament account to life and to mind with purpose. I'm glad you come and have posted in our forum. You are most welcome here! When shall we see your next? "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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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
Dear Dennis; Another winner here. Great poem. I especially enjoy this scripture, as it reveals the relentless pursuit of a loving God. Bravo! Thank you, Ellie 02 |
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mirjam Member
since 1999-11-24
Posts 246Auckland, New Zealand |
Dennis that is so cool - taking a scripture and putting your message across that way! I loved the end - i definitely agree.  Thanks for posting here, i'm looking forward to your next! |
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Dennis L. White Senior Member
since 2000-02-17
Posts 1463Michigan, U.S.A. |
Thanks for your kind words, but I think you should know, Tho the words from this poem from my pen did flow, But to claim its' authorship, I must rescind, You see GOD wrote this poem, I just held the pen! Thanks to you all. Dennis :^)< !signature--> Poetry is the expression of thoughts which awake the higher and nobler emotions, or their opposites, with words arranged to some accepted convention.........or maybe not! Dennis :^) [This message has been edited by Dennis L. White (edited 02-28-2000).] |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Dennis I love it. I am very familiar with story. You've done well putting scripture into verse! Ver, very good! I'm so glad you joined us here! |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
Amen to all the great comments. It's refreshing, (as is everything in the bible), but I mean putting it into poetry form. |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Excellent writing, Dennis! With a great message too! Denise |
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Alle'cram Senior Member
since 2000-02-28
Posts 1816Texas |
I loved this!! Bible story in verse with a very very special message to us all. Did I mention that I loved this!! God Bless Alle'cram |
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