Sermons We See |
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I’d rather see a sermon than hear one any day; | |
I’d rather one should walk with me than merely tell the way. | |
The eye’s a better pupil and more willing than the ear, | |
Fine counsel is confusing, but example’s always clear; | |
And the best of all the preachers are the men who live their creeds, | |
For to see good put in action is what everybody needs. | |
I soon can learn to do it if you’ll let me see it done; | |
I can watch your hands in action, but your tongue too fast may run. | |
And the lecture you deliver may be very wise and true, | |
But I’d rather get my lessons by observing what you do; | |
For I might misunderstand you and the high advice you give, | |
But there’s no misunderstanding how you act and how you live. | |
When I see a deed of kindness, I am eager to be kind. | |
When a weaker brother stumbles and a strong man stays behind | |
Just to see if he can help him, then the wish grows strong in me | |
To become as big and thoughtful as I know that friend to be. | |
And all travelers can witness that the best of guides today | |
Is not the one who tells them, but the one who shows the way. | |
One good man teaches many, men believe what they behold; | |
One deed of kindness noticed is worth forty that are told. | |
Who stands with men of honor learns to hold his honor dear, | |
For right living speaks a language which to every one is clear. | |
Though an able speaker charms me with his eloquence, I say, | |
I’d rather see a sermon than to hear one, any day. | |
— Written by: Edgar A. Guest | |
[A simple poem to go along with your “stated” New Year’s Resolutions… Happy New Year, all!! — kmab] | |
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2019 | Happy New Year — 2019! |
2018 | Happy New Year — 2018! |
2017 | Happy New Year — 2017! |
2016 | Happy New Year — 2016! |
Remembering My Brother | |
2015 | Happy New Year — 2015! |
2014 | Happy New Year – 2014! |
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Happy New Year – 2013! | |
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Where Did You Spend New Year’s Eve? | |
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Archive for January 1st, 2015
Happy New Year — 2015!
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