There's a lie in the midst of what I should believe
Forget all the mechanics required to conceive
A zombie comes to life for a few days reprieve
Poke a finger through his holy hand
Ah I can't all this magic belongs in the past
If it's true we should meet where the dragons have massed
All the best stories told have been written to last
Hope will always find constant demand
It is taught in the temples discussed at the bar
Stitched up sinners are proudly displaying a scar
I'm as wise as the three said to follow a star
Through a desert with nothing but sand
Even so there are times when I send out a plea
To whatever is out there more powerful than me
I've looked long into darkness when squinting to see
Past the pound euro dollar and rand
Once again in our paradise war's on the brink
By religious fanatics refusing to think
Treat yourself to a meal pour another stiff drink
Drift away back to fairytale land
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peto (
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I am of the opinion it is better to believe in something rather than nothing. The problem is, finding something worth believing in. Religion has not worked for me. I do believe in Mother Nature. There are many lessons there. Enjoyed reading you peto.
Many thanks cassie
It didn't work for me either
However
I do try to give the benefit of the doubt to the faithful
There must be something in it despite so many blatant lies
Truly appreciate you braving this one
No obligation to believe in anything relating to what cannot be seen or felt, peto. If you want to believe and it makes you feel better, then do so.
For me I don't worry about it, because anything I may theorise about an afterlife will be gazumped by reality all in good time.
Perfectly summed up Dave
And very much appreciated
Many thanks
Does the guy be-lie-ve that the Bible is to be read and understood literally?!
Literally??
So two of every animal went on an ark?
How big was it
Can\'t speak for him mutley but each to their own
I've tried to be lie ve in many things and people over the years
Gotta question now and again
What I was trying to say is that the Bible clearly isn't meant to be read and understood literally!
Ah got you
Thanks mutley
Please excuse my ignorance
I shouldn't really write about what I don't know
Truly appreciate you coming back
No worries!
Your poems and messages continue to amaze...I believe, however I don't take the bible literally nor would I ever regurgitate my faith onto anyone. Really thoughtful write, Peto!
Thanks Christina
I wouldn't dream of telling anyone what they should or should not believe in
I've seen how a god, higher power, spirit
Has helped many
It's the organized religion I struggle with
You know?
The impossible stuff based on faith
Truly appreciate you looking in
As a cage is full of birds, so are their houses full of deceit: therefore they have become great, and waxen rich.
Wow
That is a fantastic response
Thank you
Only question I would have is
Why are the birds caged
Not sure, I can only guess.
Like all scripture it's open to interpretation, but as it is ultimately about freedom, that might be a clue?
Appreciated
Many thanks
My belief in Jesus Christ have helped me a lot during the years but there were times i had my doubts ,too .Your poem truly touched me !Amazing work peto
I'm really glad your belief helped you a lot Neilton and know for a fact it helps millions... myself included at one point
Thank you for this comment
You are welcome! I forgot to tell you ,the title is very cool!!
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