Poetry

WHERE THEIR'S SMOKE, THERE'S FIRE

by Charles (Chuck) Robey
01/21/17
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Where there's smoke, there's fire
Is there one for hire
Don't get caught in the mire
While singing in the choir

Out the window watch it go
One's own character to throw
Now the talents will bestow
Room for trophies you know

The deeds do not align
One's achievements yet to find
Was it by innocent design
Or to give the peace of mind

Money is no object here
To help forward a career
The highest bid is cheer
Ability overcomes austere

If only the powers will forgo
All the wrongful cargo
By remembering the gusto
And the continued tempo

You've probably heard of the old cliché' "Where There's Smoke, There's Fire". And if a situation looks like something is wrong, society is quick to condemn. In other words, people seem to always like to think where there's smoke, there's fire, so they will always believe you were involved even if you weren't. So, what about the "Golden Rule" (Matthew 7:12)

I realize that in recent years, we have seen an uptick in cynicism towards  governments and politicians.  The populace does not think highly of politics or government. However, often times, apathy and ignorance of politics can be a subtle form of rebellion against God. God loves all mankind, and we should as well.

You see Christianity has not changed. Forgiveness is the main objective. Forgiveness of sin (Isaiah 1:18), and forgiving each other.  Yes Christianity has not changed, only people have. Christianity is the same today, as it was when the church was first established, on the "day of Pentecost". (Acts 2:41-47)

As we Christians are known as  "followers of Christ", then we are obligated according to the scripture, to witness for our Savior, Jesus Christ . This includes governments, politicians, and all mankind. (2 Thess 2:14-15)..