The Well-Known Poem

The well-known poem's on the wall and in its A4 frame, Below the text we can recall the well-known poet's name And if that poem still rings true and motivates us now, It still serves me, it still serves you, its wisdom to allow. And be it phrased quite expertly, or in its basic form, It represents Man's poetry, with words beyond the norm, That still enchant and still enhance the mortal lives of men, Just like the dancer who can dance before us now and then. The poem may stand all alone, no picture near or far, No gentle scene that's jointly shown that's on an equal par. The frame may be unvarnished wood, not silver and not gold And yet that poem's just as good. The greatest story ever told. And should it tell of Jesus Christ we call the King of Kings, With blessings more than realised, because of peace it brings, Then that's the poem I would write before I leave this Earth, For that's the poem with insight that Jesus would deserve. That told the truth for all to see and love like none before. I want to write that poetry, for who could ask for more? Denis Martindale April 2020