Patriotism Is Not Religion
Do not mistake patriotism for religion.60 total reviews
Comment from AnnaLinda
Nomi,
I must say that I totally agree with everything you have poetically expressed here. Your entry stanza is so powerful:
"Patriotism is not a religion,
God over country is a wise decision.
Jesus rules a kingdom not of this world,
He is not aligned with any flag unfurled."
Wow! And Amen. Nice how you have included rhymes lines
while expressing treasures beyond measures. Now you've
stolen one of my extra stars...which I gladly award. That
was just my odd sense of humor.
Love this poem and its message and how the message was
written and presented.
God bless and keep up the good preaching,
AnnaLinda
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2021
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Nomi,
I must say that I totally agree with everything you have poetically expressed here. Your entry stanza is so powerful:
"Patriotism is not a religion,
God over country is a wise decision.
Jesus rules a kingdom not of this world,
He is not aligned with any flag unfurled."
Wow! And Amen. Nice how you have included rhymes lines
while expressing treasures beyond measures. Now you've
stolen one of my extra stars...which I gladly award. That
was just my odd sense of humor.
Love this poem and its message and how the message was
written and presented.
God bless and keep up the good preaching,
AnnaLinda
Comment Written 21-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 22-Apr-2021
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Thank you so much. My heart overflows with your support and encouragement. That poem will be featured in my next book of religious poetry. To be Titled 'Good News"
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Well that is Good News!
Comment from tfawcus
This puts patriotism in perspective. It is easy to forget that our tribal groups are as nothing compared to the all-embracing panacea of the ultimate creator.
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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This puts patriotism in perspective. It is easy to forget that our tribal groups are as nothing compared to the all-embracing panacea of the ultimate creator.
Comment Written 12-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 12-Apr-2021
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Thank you. The truth of your comments sing out loud and clear.
Comment from Bill Schott
This poem, Patriotism is not Religion, tackles a fine distinction we make in our country about faith in God and in our country.
I am reminded somehow of the USMC emblem, the Eagle, Globe , and Anchor. We did not have an emblem, so we stole the eagle from the Air Force, the anchor from the Navy, and, one night, when God was sleeping, we stole the world.
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2021
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This poem, Patriotism is not Religion, tackles a fine distinction we make in our country about faith in God and in our country.
I am reminded somehow of the USMC emblem, the Eagle, Globe , and Anchor. We did not have an emblem, so we stole the eagle from the Air Force, the anchor from the Navy, and, one night, when God was sleeping, we stole the world.
Comment Written 05-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2021
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Typical behavior for a Marine. :)
Comment from Miss Cookie Atkinson
As always your words are on point
I always look forward to read your words.
I like the photo you choose to go with your poem, i found it to be a good match
sorry it took me so long to response... better late than never.
Cookie
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2021
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As always your words are on point
I always look forward to read your words.
I like the photo you choose to go with your poem, i found it to be a good match
sorry it took me so long to response... better late than never.
Cookie
Comment Written 05-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 05-Apr-2021
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Because you are my dear and treasured friend, I will wait for you as long as it takes. Never fear, to me you are worthy, therefore you can do nothing that would make me angry with you. May God bless and keep you always within the shelter of his loving care.
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Thank you may God be with you and yours always
Cookie
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Whenever I hear from you, I consider it a blessing. Thank you.
Comment from eliz100
I agree with your philosophy. The low of your poem makes it an easy read. The message is right on. The picture supports your message. You are probably beyond contests with five books of poetry.
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2021
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I agree with your philosophy. The low of your poem makes it an easy read. The message is right on. The picture supports your message. You are probably beyond contests with five books of poetry.
Comment Written 03-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2021
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Yes, I no longer enter contests. Thank you for your review comments.
Comment from harmony13
The author's words are strong, clear, have a message and are creative.
Thank you for the author's notes - they support the words of this poem.
I pondered on the words of this poem and yes I agree totally that God must always come first. The poem flows and connects well.
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2021
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The author's words are strong, clear, have a message and are creative.
Thank you for the author's notes - they support the words of this poem.
I pondered on the words of this poem and yes I agree totally that God must always come first. The poem flows and connects well.
Comment Written 03-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2021
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Tank you Harmony13, Your kind comments make me feel an overall sense of accomplishment, and I appreciate that very much.
Comment from rspoet
Hello Nomi,
This is an excellent poetic reminder that Patriotism and religion
are separate things, though many likely think differently.
"Man's rule has brought trouble beyond measure."
That is a true statement that applies to thousands of years
of endless horror.
There is always hope.
Best wishes.
Robert
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2021
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Hello Nomi,
This is an excellent poetic reminder that Patriotism and religion
are separate things, though many likely think differently.
"Man's rule has brought trouble beyond measure."
That is a true statement that applies to thousands of years
of endless horror.
There is always hope.
Best wishes.
Robert
Comment Written 03-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2021
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Thank you Robert. It is very gratifying to know that my voice is only one of many that feel as I do. There is hope for our future, God will put an end to governments that continue to get it wrong. He is going to fix things.
Comment from Sally Law
I agree with you, dear Nomi. Our devotion to God comes before country or government. The Bible says of Christ: the government shall be upon His shoulder, and He shall reign forever. I'm very much looking forward to that day. Thank you for sharing. A much needed word.
Sending you my best today and blessings,
Sally :) xo
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2021
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I agree with you, dear Nomi. Our devotion to God comes before country or government. The Bible says of Christ: the government shall be upon His shoulder, and He shall reign forever. I'm very much looking forward to that day. Thank you for sharing. A much needed word.
Sending you my best today and blessings,
Sally :) xo
Comment Written 03-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2021
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Sally, I thank you so much. The kind of level headed thinking that you have expressed gives our world its best chance for survival.
Comment from dragonpoet
Your poem is smoothly metered and has no forced rhymes. It seems to state there should be a break between state and religion. But I think patriotism is just one kind of faith, faith in humanity that is heightened by faith in God.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Joan
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2021
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Your poem is smoothly metered and has no forced rhymes. It seems to state there should be a break between state and religion. But I think patriotism is just one kind of faith, faith in humanity that is heightened by faith in God.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Joan
Comment Written 03-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2021
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I see your point. However, the Bible states that God's kingdom takes precedence over the governments fashioned by man. If you accept that man was made by God then anything made by man is second at least to anything made by God.
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I see your point, also.
Joan
Comment from barbara.wilkey
AMEN!!! I enjoyed reading your poem. We as humans fall short in so many ways. In spite of that, God loved us so much that He sent Jesus to die for our sins. It doesn't get much better than that and we still mess up.
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2021
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AMEN!!! I enjoyed reading your poem. We as humans fall short in so many ways. In spite of that, God loved us so much that He sent Jesus to die for our sins. It doesn't get much better than that and we still mess up.
Comment Written 03-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 03-Apr-2021
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God knows that we cannot help ourselves. That is why he so merciful. His mercy, however has limits. He will not continue forgiving us forever.
