Sonnet: Humility versus Pride

The man with pride does things all on his own,
And uses influence and clout en way;
He pays such hefty sums as payment down,
For getting something done on any day!

The humble man does whatever he can
And leaves the rest to God to whom he prays;
He knows all things cannot be done by man;
Impossible things happen as God says!

The former wins life’s game very early,
But Time deprives him of all things he gets;
The latter struggles till the last dearly;
But triumphs clearly despite umptine debts!

The humble heart is exalted by God;
The proud person is bestowed divine rod!

poem by John Celes
Submitted by Poetry Lover
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