Hi there, My dearest friend and wonderful poet Charles (Onfire4Jesus) is going through a rough time. I would like to give him all the encouragement he needs to get through the trials he is going through. I would like poems on how you overcame a serious problem and how you have forgiven yourself for the hurt you have caused others. God has forgiven him but he is finding it so difficult to forgive himself. He is such a sweet and caring young man who I have learned to love dearly as my son.
He has reached out in nothing but love and kindness to help so many on the website. Now he needs your love and encouragement and especially your prayers. There is such power in prayer. . Please let him know how he will be missed from this website till he finds peace in his heart and can forgive himself and then return to bless us with his beautiful poetry. God Bless you Charles. We love you and will miss you so much.
Here is a link to a poem which tells of the hurt and conflict he is dealing with now. It is called A Farewell To All.
allpoetry.com/Poem/1306340
Choices
1. Write about how you overcame a problem and how you forgave yourself
2. Write a prayer for Charles
Rules
1. No cursing
2. No erotica
3. No chat talk
4. No negative comments about him of they will be deleted
5. No prewrites
6. Two entries each
First place300 points
Second place100 points
Third place75 points
5 Honorable mentions 25 points each
He has reached out in nothing but love and kindness to help so many on the website. Now he needs your love and encouragement and especially your prayers. There is such power in prayer. . Please let him know how he will be missed from this website till he finds peace in his heart and can forgive himself and then return to bless us with his beautiful poetry. God Bless you Charles. We love you and will miss you so much.
Here is a link to a poem which tells of the hurt and conflict he is dealing with now. It is called A Farewell To All.
allpoetry.com/Poem/1306340
Choices
1. Write about how you overcame a problem and how you forgave yourself
2. Write a prayer for Charles
Rules
1. No cursing
2. No erotica
3. No chat talk
4. No negative comments about him of they will be deleted
5. No prewrites
6. Two entries each
First place300 points
Second place100 points
Third place75 points
5 Honorable mentions 25 points each
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on June 20, 2005
- Rewards: Gold: 300
- Final notes: Ist place-Finally Listened by Samplette. This was an amazing poem written with such heart. It really spoke to my heart. God Bless you. I know Charles enjoyed your poem.
2nd place- Thanks again by Josh-13. This was chosen for it's emotional feel and the powerful message it portrays. Wonderful poem. Charles also loved this one. God Bless you.
3rd place-Some ABC's For You by Country Cousin. This was a wonderful acrostic that even the children on this site can enjoy. It was simply beautiful. Charles enjoyed it so much. God Bless you
Honorable Mentions 75 points each because they were tie for 3rd
The Weight by ecol528
Bless Charles by Mickie27
Honorable mention 25 points each
comfort among pain by fierycasablanca
Dear Lord, by agalford7053
Charles Prayer by KissablePixie
Someone special by prettyktm
Overcame The Battle by Ayizan
To You Charles, A Prayer by Ayizan
A Time To Heal by AranC
A Letter to God by Amela
A Prayer for Charles by Death is Grace
Prayer by sad green angel
my prayer by poetoftheheart
I decided to give all non winners 25 points for cheering my dearest sweetest friend with your poem. They were truly all so uplifting and encouraging. I am, so happy to say Charles (Onfire4Jesus) is back on allpoetry. Back where he belongs, spreading the word of God with his awesome and heartfelt poetry. God Bless all of you for letting him know he is loved. I love you Charles and I will always be here for you. Thank you all for your wonderful poems. Sandy
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Dear Lord I pray that You bless Charles
Keep him safe from all harms• Commented on by judge. -
Crying out desperatly in pain and sorrow,
wishing for someone to comfort me.• Commented on by judge. -
Rest assured that there are better days ahead.
Saviour, God grant, Charles Peace.• Commented on by judge. -
Dear Lord,
I ask that you bless bubba Charlie,• Commented on by judge. -
This is for my "brother" Charlesby Ashley Raye 14 lines, 3 comments, on Jun 6 6:51 PM 2005. In Hope• Commented on by judge.
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You're someone special
You're one star among the millions• Commented on by judge. -
All of my life I've lived and fought
and yet feeling the ping-pong size• Commented on by judge. -
To you
a prayer• Commented on by judge. -
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God,
I come to you the only way I know how: Through a written prayer.• Commented on by judge. -
i pray this prayer to you
and I mean it with all my heart• Commented on by judge. -
He's been forgiven by everyone
but can't forgive himself.by Death is Grace 23 lines, 1 comment, on Jun 19 5:58 PM 2005. In Spiritual• Commented on by judge.
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I will enter soon.
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I have been there Charles, although it is a struggle you can forgive yourself, for sure knowing that God has forgiven you. You have the victory! HOLD ON! We are here for you.
Much Love,
Renee ♥
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A lovely idea and how thoughtful of you, sandy. I will read his work so I can get to know him better before I submit.
Hang on, Charles. There are people in your PATH..right now. Yes. This moment..................AS you read this. Uh huh. Not a coinsidence..nope.
. We won't let go of you. That's what the church is for!
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I will think on this.
I will get back to this one and think on it because I like to write out things on paper to transpose over in cases like this. But one thing Charles you have to know, you are no less a child of God than anyone else and if he sees that you are worthy of love then just let go and allow him to help you through this. Actually it does not take a church of building and stone but one of a few gathered together in his name to help bring about healing. -
Oh! so sweet of you, Charles is really lucky, he need'nt worry he will soon overcome this difficulty, best wishes of so many people are with him.I'll enter soon!
thanks sandy,
Luv
Neha
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even though im not a christian, cathoilic or any church related religion i will still enter this contest and will definately enter not one but two entries
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Sandy i put that comment up here for a reason, i wanted the family and everyone else to see it. thanks for deleting it
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I only deleted becauseI wrote in my rules no negative comments. This contest was not the place for it. I sent a link to all your family to your authors page and the poem you wrote for us. I hope you understand that is why I deleted it. Love Sandy
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Hi Sandy,
I have read Charle's poem offline. I am devastated about this. I hope that he will be ok. Eris
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well im glad you all see his difficulty because he was really the one that was hurt. right. whatever. oh and by the way hes not upset hes not in pain, atleast that is what he said in a reply to someones comment on his poem. so im not sure if he even needs this unlike some others, that arent as well known. I'm sorry Sandy but this really upsets me a lot, but it doesnt matter its not like anyone would do anything about it
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You are looking at things the wrong way. You want to know why he isn't hurting anymore my friend? It's because he has given it to God. He wasn't thinking the way he should have when he first got involved, but once he did what God has said for him to do, he took that leap of faith, as hard as it may have been for him, and turned it all over to God. It is something we as Christians must do, learn to do, love to do, and want to do. As a Christian, if you choose to turn away from God and not give all our heartaches and troubles to Him, you will always be in pain, and always be hurt. Always live in fear of what others will think about you. Charles was hurt and he is still hurt that he ever hurt you, whether you believe that or not. But you need to realize that when we bring our burdens to the Lord, He will take all our pains away. So, what do you think? Do you think you could try giving it to God? OR are you just gonna hold a grudge against him? I am sorry that this contest upsets you Niki, though we as Christians are called to bring encouragement to one another, and lift one another up in prayer, which is what this contest is for. Maybe you will see the realization that turning to God is the only answer for all our worries, troubles, and heartaches. I hope you see the truth in these words one day. But until then, I am always a friend here for you if you ever need anyone to talk to. Take care of yourself. God Bless You!!
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Thank you so much for the lovely comment. I so appreciate it ansd I know Charles will too when he reads it. God Bless you Renee. Sandy
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Thank you so much for your warm and heartfelt comment. He is such a devoted Christian and deserves all our encouragement. I always appreciate your lovely comments. God Bless you, Sandy
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I want to thank you for your beautiful words of encouragement in your comment. They were lovely and I know they helped him so much. God Bless you and take care. Sandy
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Thank you so much for the wonderful comment you left on my contest for Charles. I know he will find them most encouraging. I also abppeciste your kind words. God Bless you. Take care, Sandy
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Thank you so much for leaving a lovely comment on my poem for Charles. I appreciate it and I know Charles will too. God Bless and take care, Sandy
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I am sorry Niki and I hope you find it in your heart to forgive me and not be so angry at me. God Bless you and take care. Please read my poem. "A Time For Healing" and know I wrote it from my heart for both of you. Love, Sandy AP Mom??? Please let me know .
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Ah thank you so much Eris for your lovely comment. I too am devastated by all this. I am trying my best to help him. He is doing so much better now. He will return, he just needs more time to spend alone with God. He will return soon. God Bless you and take care. Thank you again for your encouragement. Sandy
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This is such a wonderful contest. I am sure it will encourage your friend Charles and help him heal. This is a sad situation that can only be healed by God and the forgivness he teaches us by His forgiveness of those who crucified Him in Calgary. I hope you both heal and keep God in your hearts. God Bless you, 
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Thank you so very much for your lovely comment. I so appreciate it. I know Charles will be encouraged too. He is doing so much better and has handed it all over to God. I only hope Niki heals too and can forgive me and the rest of her AP family. We care how she feels. God Bless you. Take care, Sandy
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Thank you for the comment on my contest Josh and thank you again so much for your beautiful entry. It was wonderful and I know Charles loved it. God Bless You, Take care, Mom
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I am honored by this gift, and I thank you so much. For the chance to share my testimony, and help a brother who is beating himself needlessly. WE all fall short, but grace is given not earned...and I am thankful He gives it freely. A beautiful contest...thank you for your kind words.
Congratulations to the winners.
Sam
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