Tune: Old Hundredth
('All people that on earth do dwell')
Ephesians 4 v.30-32
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Grieve not the Holy Spirit, see
In believers hearts resides He
By Him we are sealed to the day
Of redemption, where no sins stay
Grieve Him not through anger, let all
Bitterness and wrath from you fall
And clamour, and evil speaking
Malice, cast off each ill-willed thing
And be kind to one another
Tender hearted, sister, brother
Forgiving one another e'en
As you have so forgiven been
For God in Christ does you forgive
In this gracious state you may live
Forgiven for Christ's sake, He paid
Price for your sins, His life down laid
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Author:
orchidee (
Offline) - Published: January 20th, 2023 03:29
- Comment from author about the poem: A hymn-poem in 8.8.8.8. format. Not, as title may first suggest, adopting a stiff upper lip attitude against grieving, but meaning guarding against grieving the Holy Spirit.
- Category: Spiritual
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Comments2
...the fourth segment of the missive to those gathered at Ephesus! Kindnesses and compassion are indeed a daily dose.
Thanks CB.
This poem speaks to the kindness of your nature dear friend, beautifully written. Thank you.
Thanks Bella. There's a 'part 2' to follow - tomorrow probably.
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