Category Archives: Poetry and Poems

Warning Signs Unheeded

Posted on September 26, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Based in part on 2 Timothy 3:12 Warning Signs Unheeded by Michael Romani In my desire to live a Godly life I have opened myself up to strife From those who would prosecute And slander me to my ill repute … Continue reading →

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Consolation of Philosophy

Posted on September 25, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

There’s a rumor that one can find comfort in thinking about thinking. I think that misses the point.. maybe? Consolation of Philosophy by Michael Romani To think on actively thinking Isn’t meant to make one more calm But to bring … Continue reading →

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Ravens of the Tower

Posted on September 25, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Based on the ravens found at the Tower of London: https://flic.kr/p/rb54mF Ravens of the Tower by Michael Romani To most, a raven is a raven is a raven A bird of some mystery and a little craven But simply a … Continue reading →

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In Spiritual Growth

Posted on September 23, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Based in part on: Galatians 5:22-23 New International Version (NIV) 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. In Spiritual Growth by Michael Romani … Continue reading →

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Handwritten Passages

Posted on September 21, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Everyone has their own writing style. Largely, mine is to first write by hand and then transcribe this to the electronic keyboard. Others do things differently. This is a little bit about that. Handwritten Passages by Michael Romani Writing by … Continue reading →

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Hope To Persevere

Posted on September 18, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

So much adversity in our daily lives and it’s blasted toward us in 4D stereo by newscasters and pontificators who have seemingly forgotten that we need to believe things are going to turn out alright if only we are strong … Continue reading →

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Role of Repentance

Posted on September 16, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Based in part on Psalms 103 Role of Repentance by Michael Romani Positive and ever uplifting Moral ground never shifting Coming to God’s full acceptance And willing to undergo repentance Finding my way away from sin Learning Jesus is indeed my … Continue reading →

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Broken Down Shuffle Off

Posted on September 15, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

In a movie I was watching tonight, there was a bit of reflective dialog that caused me to think. Judging people without knowing where they’ve been is often the wrong choice. Broken Down Shuffle Off by Michael Romani Scarred face … Continue reading →

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Misunderstanding Of A Little House

Posted on September 14, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

There is a massive campaign to distort historical reality. It seemingly stops at nothing to turn history on its head to achieve this moment’s agenda. I believe it cannot be more wrong. Where possible I attempt to reasonably act against … Continue reading →

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Restore My Soul

Posted on September 13, 2018 by alohapromisesforever

Based in part on Psalms 23:1-3: Restore My Soul by Michael Romani The Lord restores my soul Keeping it all in control Like a shepherd to his sheep All in peace, He keeps Tending to us as a flock Keeping us … Continue reading →

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