On the scene came Christ The Lord, not with peace but with a sword. <br />The sword was The Word of Truth, and to many it became a reproof. <br />To many hearts Truth would come, to acknowledge God’s Only Son. <br />But many just wouldn’t believe, and The Truth they would not receive. <br /> <br />For many tradition plays a part, following old ways that sway the heart. <br />Christ came with the New Covenant, fulfilling the Word prophets sent. <br />But many men would only dispute, Christ’s teaching on Eternal Truth. <br />His teaching would have men opposed, to others in their own homes. <br /> <br />A father would oppose his own son, about Christ Jesus being the One, <br />Who was sent from God above, sent to demonstrate His Father’s Love. <br />A man’s daughter would cause strife, as she too would oppose his wife. <br />She also would contest the life, which men would found through Christ. <br /> <br />Truth alone as one’s ultimate source, was for many the dividing force. <br />Many would turn away from Christ, while they embrace this earthly life. <br />While others would find true unity, through Christ’s teaching on Eternity. <br />And Jesus is The Prince of Peace, whose Eternal reign will never cease. <br /> <br />Today He reigns in the heart of men, who through faith are Born Again. <br />Born Again through The Spirit above, who by faith receive God’s Love. <br />And today if you embrace your sin, you too, will stand opposed to Him. <br />But you don’t have to fear the sword, if you will accept Christ as Lord. <br /> <br />(Copyright ©11/2005)<br /><br />Bob Gotti<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/not-peace-but-a-sword/