A Poem From Phillis Wheatley

Phillis Wheatley has long been one of my heroes. I first heard of her several years ago on an episode of 'Liberty's Kids' ( do any of you remember that show? ), and I have loved and admired this beautiful woman of God ever since.
I thought I would share with you this powerful poem she wrote, it is a precious testimony to God's Providence.

On Being Brought from Africa to America

Twas mercy brought me from my

pagan land,

Taught my benighted soul to

understand

That there's a God, that there's a

Savior too:

Once I redemption neither sought

nor knew.

Some view our sable race with

scornful eye,

"Their color is a diabolic die''.

Remember, Christians, Negroes,

black as Cain,

May be refin'd, and join th' angelic

train.

--Written By Phillis Wheatley, at the age of 13

I just had to share that with all of you. What a strong spirit for the Lord she had!

I pray that you were blessed by these lovely words...and she wrote them at 13!!!

Have a gorgeous day!

~Emily

P.S. Hey, I didn't get any mean comments when I didn't post once a week like I had said I would...where are you guys?!? tee-hee!