Seeds of Destruction

Silently creeping the enemy sows,
The seeds of destruction and soon they will grow,
Silently creeping, sowing the seed,
Arrogance, pride, envy and greed.

So what becomes of the seeds that are sown?
Insults, abuse, verbal arrows are thrown,
There’s so much destruction in things that men say,
And retaliation is the world’s way.

Backwards and forwards go verbal darts,
Fuelled by hatred that enters their hearts.
Fed by revenge to even the score,
Leading to riots, fighting and war.

Finger on the trigger aim firmly fixed,
Aimed at a victim, who will be next?
Innocent victim in a nation torn by war,
Another broken body lying lifeless on the floor.

As people search for hope, search for peace,
Violence, hatred and suffering increase,
It’s not by destruction or prejudice,
But only by love that the fighting will cease.
Envy and greed, riots and war,
Will never bring the peace that they’re looking for.

Searching for hope, searching for peace,
Only in God’s love will the world find true peace.

Seeds of Destruction

Artist's Description

From “Road to the Summit.”
A Collection of Songs by Dave Law

Artwork Comments

Chaley almost 10 years ago

Sad but beautiful writing..
Dave Law almost 10 years ago

Thank you Chaley.
janeymac almost 10 years ago

so true . the answer isn’t as hard as some think
Dave Law almost 10 years ago

Thanks Janeymac, I certainly isn’t.
Chris Cohen almost 10 years ago

As Barry Maguire sang, ’we’re on the eve of destruction’
and
‘there is a peace, the Prince of Peace,
and he can ease your troubled mind.
He came unashamed to die for you and me,
now we can come to Him on bended knee’
(if I remember correctly, I’ve got the words & music somewhere. Used to sing it in coffee houses in the late 70s)
Dave Law almost 10 years ago

Thank you Chris for those wonderful words.
juice almost 10 years ago

this writing is so pure, heart felt and open, really appreciate you sharing this very special one with us
Dave Law almost 10 years ago

Thank you so much for your lovely comments Jewels.
Nanmarie almost 10 years ago

I hope you are singing this from the rooftops! Fantastic Dave.
Dave Law almost 10 years ago

Thank you Nancy.
Tiamaria almost 10 years ago

You have such talent Dave. Words, art and photography. (plus a little comedy) You are amazing!! :-) Teresa xx
Dave Law almost 10 years ago

Thank you so much Teresa you are so kind, your comments mean such a lot :D xx
loramae almost 10 years ago

“Only in God’s Love” Amen Dave!=)
Dave Law almost 10 years ago

Thank you again Loramae. :D
lianne almost 10 years ago

Dave this is so very inspiring, honest, tragic and yet very hopeful at the same time. A beautifully crafted piece with a message so profoundly important that I echo Nancy in saying it should be shouted from the rooftops! A wonderful work!
Dave Law almost 10 years ago

Thank you Lianne, I appreciate your comments and encouragement. :D
SharonD almost 10 years ago

Beautifully written Dave and so true.
Dave Law almost 10 years ago

Thank you Sharon.