A Prophesy Against America

Richard Groff 1957 (Pottstown, Pa.)

February 23 


Like a twig on the surface of the waters,
This people will float away.
They have eaten the fruit of deception.
They plant wickedness to this day.

Because they depend on their own strength,
And their soldiers out in the field,
A harvest of evil will come up.
And destruction is all it will yield!

The roar of the lion will rise up.
It’s impossible now to avoid.
With the tide of the battles against you,
Your cities will all be destroyed.

Change your mind before it’s too late!
If God did not spare His people, Israel, for sinning in this way;
Then what makes you think that He is going to spare you?

Four steps to change your mind

1) Turn off your (tell-a-vision) or HDTV; you can’t see better by looking into it!
2) Open your bible and read it!
3) Stop trusting in men, trust in God!
4) If you don’t already know what the next step is? Ask your Father so that He may instruct you!
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Written on August 31, 2008

Submitted by dawg4jesus on February 08, 2023

Modified on April 25, 2023

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Quick analysis:

Scheme XAXA XBCB CDED XAE X FFXE
Closest metre Iambic pentameter
Characters 894
Words 189
Stanzas 6
Stanza Lengths 4, 4, 4, 3, 1, 4

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  • AIDA
    The poem's use of strong imagery and powerful language creates a sense of urgency that is hard to ignore. The message is clear and thought-provoking, encouraging readers to take action and make changes in their lives before it's too late. The four steps provided are practical and actionable, making it easy for readers to take action and seek guidance from God.

    One suggestion for improvement would be to offer more specific examples of how individuals can put the four steps into practice in their daily lives. This would help readers better understand how to apply the message of the poem and make meaningful changes in their lives. Overall, the poem is a great reminder of the importance of staying true to our faith and seeking guidance from God in all aspects of our lives.
     
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