Poetry Because I Am—Life's Value

It doesn't matter whether one isBlack or whiteRich or poorFamous or infamous;It doesn't matter whether one isA genius or not so muchBeautiful or less than model perfectionA physical specimen or limited in mind or bodyTo say your, my life or the life of another has no valueAnd to terminate that lifeDisgraces the message of Christ.For from the tiniest baby conceived in the wombTo the tottering ancient taking one last breathGod created and loves each oneNot for what we can contribute, butJust because you, me--we ARE!By Carolyn R ScheidiesRead more like this in Journey of FaithPrint version