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A Bad Day at the Office(PILATE)[Part Four]
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deleeme Senior Member
since 1999-10-09
Posts 1766NEW ENGLAND, USA 
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[PART FOUR: Giving Them their Way-But Having the Last Say] I was not at all pleased by their decision But I released Barabas, as a man of my word, And bowing low, to their pressure This Jesus I ordered, to be scourged. Maybe by roughing him up a bit Their pity on this man, I may invoke, But even after such humiliation On their words, "Crucify him," I choked. For me, it was a "no win" situation So I yielded, and gave them their demands, But I made it clear with some water "This is your mess,I'm washing my hands!" They willing accepted the burden "Let his blood, be upon us," they said, "and even upon our children-- But we want to see this man dead!" What a nightmare I had at the office A day, in my bed, I should have stayed, But one thing more I did order- What the sign on his cross would display. In three languages it was so written "THIS IS JESUS, THE KING OF THE JEWS," This saying they wanted me to alter-- But of this, I did flatly refuse! This just had to be one of my worst days And a day I will never forget, Yes, I had a bad day at the office Who can blame me, for all that I did? [the End] [If you wish to read the scriptural accounts which I used as a basis for this Pilate Saga, you will find them in:MATTHEW 27:1-37/MARK 15:1-26/LUKE 23:1- 37/JOHN 18:28-19:22. Thank you for taking the time to read this lenghty historical poem-David] "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 |
A bad day is an interesting way of looking at it LOL... I can only imagine...I think you've done a great job writing from his views David! |
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PhaerieChild Senior Member
since 1999-08-30
Posts 1787Aloha, Oregon |
All I can say is WOW!!! Very insightful and a bad day at the office is a definite understatement!!! Poetry~ Words falling on paper, painting a dream. Shawna R. Holder Boise, Idaho |
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Pepper Member Elite
since 1999-08-19
Posts 3079Southern Florida |
I appreciate your efforts on this 4 part piece , David ..... May you have a wonderful Easter holiday ............ |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
" for all that I did". He was a part of, an incredible part, of our redemption and salvation, and he didn't have a clue! David; what can I say? This is a MASTERPIECE!!! Truly, you have outdone yourself here, my friend. You have, once again, given us an accurate account of scripture, thus continuing your ability to teach us the truths we al need to hear again and again. thank you for your gift of poetry and inspiring lesson. Ellie 02 |
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Songbird Member Elite
since 1999-12-15
Posts 2184Missouri |
Just got through reading all four and enjoyed them. Kind of tough to be a politician especially with an angry mob. That holds true today. Thanks for an excellent Good Friday read. |
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Member Elite
since 2000-02-04
Posts 2919New York, USA |
David, This was incredible, I enjoyed every one of them. You have a way of teaching that surely holds the interest. Thanks and have a glorious Easter. Bonnie |
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erieval Member
since 2000-03-21
Posts 56northeasten pa. |
Dear David, Seldom does anyone think of telling the story from the otherside. So imaginative. You are so gifted by the Lord. Your words always flow and lead us to some unexpecting places at times. Wonderful poem. I wish that I had just a little bit of your insight. Have a great Easter Love, Erie |
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Dennis L. White Senior Member
since 2000-02-17
Posts 1463Michigan, U.S.A. |
David, WELL DONE my brother, your talents and knowledge blend to create this masterpiece, Your vivid first hand accounts must be collected into a book for to share with many others. These fasinating accounts make for great reading and share truth at the same time! Love you, Dennis :^) |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
David, this is fantastic. I read them all. The ultimate sacrifice. Even anger and confusion resulted in sactity. Only because it was Jesus. So many people live their lives based upon what others say and do. Thank God we received the second chance to believe in Jesus. I enjoy your verse so much. Sincerely, Regina |
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Alle'cram Senior Member
since 2000-02-28
Posts 1816Texas |
Hi David, As usual, all four parts superb. These scriptures are hard to understand as Jesus was sent back and forth for the decision. You have done a great job re-telling the story, even the dream from the wife, will be running copies of these for later use with my grandkids. God Bless, Marcy |
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son of man Member
since 2000-04-25
Posts 125 |
another great work of yours, i find this poem seriously amusing. i enjoy the way you bring the character of pilate to modernization. i can imagine how his feelings during this time in history did not differ much from the way you have portrayed them in this work. i am impressed yet again by your truly magnifiscent work. |
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sandgrain Member Elite
since 1999-09-21
Posts 3662Sycamore, IL, USA |
David, I've just now read all 4 parts and can't find words to express my appreciation for your work in relating this from a different perspective. Awesome! With your permission, I, too will print it out to read to my grandchildren. A work well worth preserving. Thank God for your talent, efforts, insight and sharing so generously. |
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