Forgive them Lord,
for they continue to live in a world of sin,
for when that dying man on the side of the road,
needed a ride,they blew him off like the wind.
Forgive them Lord,
for they don't love anyone but themselves,
so when somebody seeks help from them,
they say find someone else.
For I was able to forgive this man,
who molested me,
just by saying I forgive you to him:
had set two souls free.
Sometimes people never believe in Jesus,
until there's a tragedy,
maybe that's what needs to happen to them,
so they can open their eyes and be able to see.
I know I have sinned in this world too,
but I sought forgiveness from you Lord,
and I now believe in you,
for that is all they have to do.
I hope and pray that one day,
that they will seek forgiveness from you,
for if they want to spend eternity in heaven,
that is what they must do.
When I say forgive them Lord,
I speak of my siblings,
for the only thing they love,
is materialistic things.
Written By Susan M Wadkins
Author notes
This poem was written to my brothers,oldest son and mom, they can't see I'm just as human.They judge me for having seizures so they dont feel I'm normal, and can't Love me but GOD does; no matter what problem I have.I wanted this past event to end and set our souls free before I die and it did.I'm Dying and when God takes me I wanted to be at peace,therefore my homepage shows the world you can survive anything.
Written June 11th, 2005
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another well done poem
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well thank you candicesook for reading it, if only more out in the world could do the same,what a peaceful world we could have.Brandy3
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This is a beautiful piece of poetry. When one reads it, you can tell it comes from a true heart. So beautiful.
Sam
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Yes it does,for thats my goal to show others you can forgive,no matter the rong that was done,for we can hold a grudge,but we shall not enter the kingdom of heaven with hatred in our heart,so why give the ones who hate you the privedge of not seeing those beautiful heavens.Brandy3
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God bless you!
I hope your days are filled with happiness. To forgive doesn't meen forget and some don't understand that. Forgiveness relives your heart of the burden and allows it to love again. I am sorry that you experenced the things you have, but it has made you a really nice person. I loved your poem! The Shaker
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My last day's are filled with happiness,for I may have a brain disease,and losing my memory,but my dream of succeeding with something in life,came true when my book was published.I didn't alway's feel this way, until my soul-mate showed me all men aren't the same.Brandy3
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forgiveness is one of the most loveliest things that we have been blessed with and it is as you say,to forgive is to set two souls free. i am happy that you have been able to do this my friend then you may leave this earth without regreting not having done so
one day we may meet up in that wonderful place that awaits us but until then do not spend your time thinking about leaving but enjoy what time we have left on this earth,we none of us know what the next day brings good luck in the contest and thank you for entering.
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I dont so much spend time thinking of dying,just thinkig of others I can help before I leave this place,for that is my goal.Thanks for taking time to read my poem.Brandy3
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Well honey bear I felt at peace when he did that and finally after all these years he admitted it.To hear him say he finally believed in God, that was the best part.Brandy3
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Yes I know that none of us know,but when I was told he was dying,I just found out I was too,and I just wanted the peace of knowing he no longer had the feeling that God dont exist.Brandy3
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You have suffered much and came out on top with faith and love... Our Father will bless you immensely! This is a heartfelt and emotional piece to read! Thanks for sharing and many blessings,
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Well thanks for reading it,now I was told 2 days ago I have to be tested for lukemia and cancer,for I have a blood disease,it's like what's next.Thanks for commenting on my poem,sometimes that's what it takes to make others wake up.Well at least I got my book published before I passed.Brandy3
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a beautiful write. the rhythm is great. the message in this is clear. forgiveness is hard, our humaness keeps getting in the way. keep on writing. God bless you
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Well thank you for taking time to read it,for it was a tragic time in my life,after I found out I was also dying it was sort of a slap in the face,telling me to face it.Brandy3
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A lovely heartfelt write and message. Very good flow, rhyme and tone. Very nice expression of emotion. Learning to forgive is a very hard thing to do, but its something we must do. We learn by Christ's example. I hope your family will come to know His truth.
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Sorry it took so long to repond to your comment, it's been hard lately mentally.I thank you for taking time to comment on it,and seeing the meaning in it.Brandy3
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Seizures are not from God.Pls take authority and rebuke the devil.The Bible says that,"Resist the devil and he will flee from you."A great write.
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Yes I was replying to when people always ask me if God is real then why dont he heal you and your kids?I know I'm still alive by the grace of God,for I have part of my left side left of my brain,the right side is dead;yet I have all my abilities.I know it's because God isn't done with me.Brandy3
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Wow....
I have looked at your page many time I remember because I remember your screen name. Thank you so much for entering my contest...I really loved this poem. I had a therapy meeting last night and my therapist was asking me if I would ever be able to forgive me Father...and to be honest....idk if I can. He is the only person in this world that has truely hurt me....to the point of no return. Thank you for your entry...and good luck in my contest!
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Sure you can, remember nobody in this world is perfect and never sins,even you and I but God forgives all who believe in him.It states in the good book to not to enter the kingdom of heaven of hatred in our hearts.I was raped from 1 to 3 also,but God put strength in those boy's who went forth and put him away for life.It states God will forgive and wipe anyones slate clean as long as you believe.A sin is a sin no matter wether it's big or small.I hope you can take what's happened,like I stated in my book and use it to help others.Thank for reading and commenting on my poem,I hope this helps you.Brandy3
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Oh my friend, I don't see that your are dying at all!!! What I see you is that you are LIVING through the Lord and through His grace and mercy!!! You are LIVING through your writes, which are so awe imspiring to me and others. You are LIVING with every breath you take. So in my opinion you are very much alive and LIVING by the GraCe of God!!!! you are such an inspiration to me!!
GBY
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That's exactly it I know I'm only still her for God isn't done with me,wether it's a person I haven't reached or what,but I am prepared when thatmoment comes for I no longer fear death,for all that's in me is peace.Brandy3
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Your poem is worthy of applause.
You have a special gift to write.
Well done.
Thankyou again for entering
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Well thank you for being able to comment like others should even though your not of the christian faith,most would cut it down and say that's bull, because they were'nt christian.Brandy3
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An uplifiting piece.
You did well in this write although I am not of the Christian faith, you did well in telling your story of rebirth and it was an interesting one.
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Well none of are perfect of never sinning,yet we sometimes feel that it's the extreme of the offense,but even prisoners get forgiveness from God,they just happened to take the wrong road;so who am I to judge.Brandy3
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Well I wasn't either for years but when I almost died from 6 seizures in a row,after my brother died,I seen my younger sibling and thought God was ready to take me.When he didn't I knew I needed to make ammend with all those who refuse to love me in the past,but my living siblings still refuse to.Brandy3
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Thanks for taking time to read my poems,sorry but I have been in the hospital,so it took me a while to respond to comments.Brandy3
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Fab, this is great. Love the way you wrote this one. You must keep this up. Great job. loved it. Hope you are blessed, God bless you and Good luck in the contest.
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Well thanks for the compliment Tabitha-Robin for your compliment, I hope it helps others to wake up also, before that day comes.I've been in the hospital for a week,that's why it took so long to respond,I didn't want you to think I was just ditching you.Thanks for reading and commenting on my poem,Brandy3
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This is such a heartfelt write. Yes, Forgive them. Just as Jesus said as He was on the Cross of Calvary. This is such a poetic expression of Faith, Hope and love. I love the message here. God bless you and thank you for your lovely entry. You have such talent. Good luck in the contest.
Love,
Tabby
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Well thank you Tabitha-Robin for reading it,this poem is one of my learning ones for those who feel they cant overcome the feeling of part of them being taken from them.Thanks for applauding it also,love ya Brandy3
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This is a beautiful write. I loved it so much. Thank you for entring the contest and good luck and God bless.
Tabitha
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That's exactly right, for God sent his son Jesus for all us to have life and the ability to spend eternity in heaven for the forgiveness of our sins,I felt for years hatred in my heart because my ex stepdad made me feel like I was the bad person for what he did.I found out 24 years later I had no reason to feel the guilt, for that is what predators do,just like my 3rd cousin.This poem was written to siblings,because they have nothing to do with me, because I have seizures, therefore I embarass them.They are being judgemental towards me for having a disease I never asked for or caused.Brandy3
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Hm....I can't say I liked this poem much. Not because of the structure or rhyme or flow or anything technical, as for that it works well and is one of your best poems in that sense....however, it's the message that sits uncomfortably with me. The first thing is that it seems very preechy, does that make sense? Holier than thou....or self-righteous. I doubt you meant it that way, but that's sort of how it sounded to me. I read the contest as asking for our own connection with religion, not criticising other people's connection with God. But that's a personal opinion, no one else above felt that though, so maybe I'm the only one who feels that from it.
The other thing is the stanza:
I hope and pray that one day,
that they will seek forgiveness from you,
for if they want to spend eternity in heaven,
that is what they must do.
No offence...but I don't think it's fair to make such claims. Every person has their own view on God and their own connection...and to claim so boldly that they must do what you personally believe is the right thing seems rather harsh, as every person has their own personal relationship with God, and as you do not know Him personally, for lack of better words, you cannot possibly declare that others must do this or that, as you don't know if it's true. Only God can judge, and only God can make that decision...not another person declaring it on His behalf to other people. That's just my personal view though. I'm sorry, I don't mean it horridly, and I doubt you meant it in that manner at all, but it's just the feel I get from it. It took me aback somewhat. Anyway...good luck, and other people like it, so well done. -
Well thank you for the compliment, I just hope others learn from it,for you can survive anything, if you dont give up.Brandy3
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This is a very good poem and i'm glad to see your poems in my contest.All the poems i've seen of yours have been very inspiring.Good Luck.
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Well thank you for taking time to read my poem,and for your comment,I just dont understand the end "wish I could applaud"
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awesome!perfectly awesome,wish i could applaud
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Well thank you for the compliment,it means alot.I'm shocked you say you dont have many entries,is this your first contest or no? For the subject you were searching for I'm shocked, there isn't more entries,thanks for reading my poem and expressing your feelings about it.Brandy3
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Awesome poem! I also want to thank you, for you're the only one who's entered for this option so far, and I was hoping for this one to get a lot because I strongly want to hear others opinions on the matter, but I very much agree with you! Great rhyme scheme, thanks for entering, and good luck!
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Well I didn't know it didn't fit in the contest, is what I was saying.Brandy3
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Ah, i did not mean to offend you Brandy3, I enjoyed reading your work very much so. I ment each word in a positive way.
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Well thanks Sonja for reading my poem, I just hoped that my siblings would have been stong enough to face the music of reality,instead they turn away, so they dont have to deal with it.Brandy3
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Well thanks for taking time to read it, sorry it didn't fit your category,sorry I'm slow and dont understand most words on requests.Brandy3
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I do like this write as statement to the world shouting out that you have a right to live your life, as all humans do.
I am not a believer but I do know you do have a right to be in this world.
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Brandy, I wasn't on your site for a very long time but your verses never disapoint me. Only your great faith could keep you walking. Nice and meaningfull verses. Great message in your Author's comment.
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I moved on a long time ago, that was the only way I could use my experiences to help others, because if you act like I'll deal with it later, it remains in your closet.Brandy3
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Good! Sometimes forgiveness comes in waves...I find sometimes daily I need to forgive people..as memories return, the enemy tries to bring up feelings and it can cause us to return to unforgiveness. I'm glad to see you have worked through the abuse and are moving forward with your life. God bless! Noble1
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I forgave him years ago, it was the idea he finally admitted what he done, it may have taken more than 20 years but he did it.Forgiveness was done 9 years ago, that's why it dont bother me to put theses poems of my life here on allpoetry,Brandy3
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Sorry to hear that Brandy...Matthew chapter 6 verses 14 and 15 say:
14 For if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.
15But if you do not forgive men their sins, your Father will not forgive your sins.
Clearly you cannot ignore this. God has already forgiven them for their sins...and yours, but you also need to forgive them.
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Actually noble1 I dont feel it's my place to forgive them it's Gods. That's why it's called Forgive them Lord,I've tried for years to get them to accept me, and I learned you cant change their outlook.They will learn when they grow up, hopefully.Brandy3
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Excellent write about forgiveness. I can assume you are still struggling with forgiving your siblings for their behavior and actions towards you. There is freedom for you in forgiving them...no, it does not condone their actions, but it frees you to love them more. Even as Christ had to forgive His accusers and those who crucified Him, we too have to forgive those who are our accusers and those who mistreat us. Its definitely not an easy thing to do...this, I know to be true! Thanks for sharing this and best of luck to you in the contest. God bless you! Noble1 rose*
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Well thanks FinShui for taking time to read it, for I wish my siblings could see and feel the words of this poem like society does, especially before I die.Brandy3
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This is a powerful prayer, and it speaks to me on some personal level. You've written this beautifully and I like the way you reach out in the poem. Thank you for entering and good luck.
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No actually I pray that those who need the lords guidance will wake up and see the truth, before that day comes,especially before I die.Brandy3
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Thought provoking, most certainly. There seemed an under current of such a level of conviction I gotta say it almost felt patronizing. It felt as though you were less praying for non-beleiving sinners, and more for others who are sinners because they are non-beleivers.
I enjoyed this. Best of luck in the contest.
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Sorry I guess I didn't understand what you were searching for.Brandy3
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im not religious at all and this wasnt really what i was looking fgor,
nevertheless
it was an alrite poem, if a bit too long
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Hi Thistle how are you? thanks for taking time to read my poem and be able to put yourself in that position, for sometimes that can be good, so we can see were not the only ones; and dont have to feel like were strange.
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You know, Brandy3, everytime I have a chance to read a new piece of yours, I see growth on your part as a writer. Your messages become increasingly clearer and easier to follow and your rhythm in context with your writing just keeps getting better.
I am quite impressed with this one. It flows nicely and even though it is obviously drawn directly from your personal experience, it grabs me as a reader and has me considering my own actions and motives. I think that is a good quality in poetry. Every poem doesn't have to have a --lesson-- so to speak, but it is always nice when the reading of a poem gives us things in ourselves and our own lives to consider and improve.
Thanks for entering it here and giving me a chance to read it. Good luck in the contest
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Thanks Rapier2000 for reading and commenting on my poem, Ok now I understand about the seeked and sought comment that BonnieQ sent, I was confused. Yes every person in the world has sinned, for no perfect person lives on earth, there may be some who think they are. I just hope my siblings wake up before that day comes.
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Thanks for taking time BonnieQ to read my poem, and I hope that before their day comes. I was hoping this poem would make them wake up, but when they did all they could still see was the dollar sign.
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Beautiful & Vital Message
Forgiveness is the key to freedom, for both ourselves and those who have harmed us in some way. I just wish more people realized how liberating is the act of forgiveness. This is beautifully written and delivers such a vital message. I agree with Rapier about this line: :but I seeked forgiveness from you Lord," -- it would sound to the ear and flow better if seeked were sought. Best wishes in the contest!
Love and hugs, B♥nnieQ
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let him who has not sinned cast the first stone, we all have, and we should all forgive those who have sinned against us as we would hope to be forgiven by those we have sinned against. Too often people see something not considered the norm and are fearful of it so shun that person, what they should see is an opportunity which could lead them into new horizons, a lovely poem one little typo though in the 5 verse, seeked should perhaps be sought
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When he told me he was dying from cancer, all I thought about was the visit to my Drs office, hearing the words your dying and your kids need to know. At that time I tried to reach all those who couldn't seem to love me for me, to make ammends and the ex- stepdad was the only one who would open up his heart.So I truly learned at that point people can change, Thanks for taking time to read and comment on it.
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This is such a great write Brandy, I can tell you write mostly from your heart, we all need to forgive in life, thats what we are always taught to always forgive the good, bad and the evil, we may never forget what happens to us but we do forgive thats what i was taught by my parents, you are a very kind lady to let go of some things that happened to you, I wish you all the best...Keep smiling
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well thanks for taking the time to read it, I forgave him years ago, it was the idea until he found out he was dying he wouldnt admit it. I told him so am I he said ha ha when he seen I was serious, then he figured out why I wanted it to be at peace.
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I don't believe in god or anything but I still found this to be very powerful. Very well penned. I like that you sad you were able to forgive the man who molested you. That was shocking and held my attention. Nothing makes for better poetry. Thank you for entering my contest.
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Hi KiRa- x0x thanks for taking time to read my poem and I'm glad it fit into your contest. Thankfully my mother came forth and woke up, before it was too late.
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hey i really like this, thanx for entering, good luck
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Thanks for taking the time to read and comment on it, thanks for holding the contest.
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great job... thanx for entering
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Well thanks for reading my poem and commenting on it and applauding it, well my brother will never do it, for he only see's his own point of view. My mother has just slipped away again like she did before, so I dont know what becomes of her.
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It is true that it takes trials and tribulations to cause a person to look for a better meaning in their life, though it's very sad that it takes something horrible to turn to faith. I hope that your brother and mom are understanding you better now Very well written! I will also attach your authors comment at the end when I print this out. Thank you so much for sharing your words of faith in the Lord
Best wishes and have the happiest of holidays
Blessings, Sandi
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Thanks for taking time to read and understand it. Brandy3
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It was a great write, I'm not against your belief in god, but it sort of attacked my atheist views. I understood at the end it was for some members of your family. But it still seemed too open. I still do admire your play on words. Thanks for entering.
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Well Thank you for reading it and seeing the meaning of it,as long as others do to and learn from it before it may be too late.My siblings just think they are higher than even god,but one day they will get a big suprise.
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Forgiveness is the most important thing of all, but in order to forgive anyone you must first forgive yourself...You are an inspiration to people and your words will teach an important lesson, thank you for sharing...Wendy...
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It used to be the hardest thing for me,the hardest thing that kicked me right square in the butt was the idea after 24 years he admitted he'd done it.For all these years since i was 14 he denied it,therefore when he told my real m-m he didn't she took his word over mine and I and my 5 siblings had to go to a foster home.Thanks for reading and commenting on my poem.Brandy3
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I may have myJesus issues but I do believe in God and have a faith so I was able to read your poem and understand forgiveness is the hardest and the healthiest thing we can do
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Well I try to be,but it wasn't easy or fast learning how to be that way,it actually took several years,until I met my soulmate then his father.Dad has taught me alot.Thanks for reading my poem.
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i really enjoyed reading this. i congradulate you on the ability to forgive, that is amazing. you are an example of strength....
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Lol. I dont mean, to be well. mean, Im tired, so i need like hardcore to enertain me now, nothign personal, just being upfront
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No ahrd feeligns?
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Well sorry it's just a poem written from happening in my life,life sometimes may be boring,I speak of how my siblings treat others including me.
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I dunno, if its u or me, but this one bored me, but every else seemed to like it, and no 1 cares of my opinion , so, have a ncie day
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Thank you for holding your contest and for being able to read it with you heart and not just your eyes,I found out he was dying the night he called me not just from past alcoholism, but now cancer.
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This is very heartfelt and touching. it is great to know that you are one of the people out there that care enough to thank for the things you have and to pray for everyone in the world. This is a very nice poem, and Im glad that you can forgive those who do wrong to you in your life. "He who is without sin shall cast the first stone" Everyone needs forgiveness at some point. Thank you for entering your work into my contest. I wish you the best of luck and blessings.
May God continue to bless you and let his light shine down onto you,
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I just hope that others that this has happened to will see this and realize,you don't have to feel hate towards all men and feel intimidated by men.My brothers no longer have anything to do with him because he cant drink no more,so he isn't cool no more.He needed a ride to denver to the hospital to get treatment for cancer,and they refused to help so I offered.
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i know the feeling. I relate so deeply to this- it's a wonderful poem, the forgiveness and humility in it is touching. Thanks for sharing.
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I only have the faith I do because of the trials I've been through,because they made me stronger in the end.I hope others read this and see they can too.
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this is great, i really enjoyed reading it, i admire the faith you have. a brilliant poem, i wish you luck. dwy x
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Thanks for applauding my poem forgive them.
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I found out he now has cancer and sclerosis of the liver and has had the cancer for two years and didn't know it,so he needed a ride to denver to get his treatment and none of my siblings would take him ,because he's no longer a drinking buddy.I forgave him years ago it was the idea he wouldn't ever admit he done it,so when he asked for forgiveness I lost it.
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Why thank you,but we must learn to have forgiveness in our hearts,for who in this world can hoestly say they've never sinned now come on.This was just a more extreme event that occured.Thanks for reading it.
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this poem is the most beautiful thing i ever read
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The man I speak of in that poem is my ex-stepdad he found out he's had cancer for over 2 years and won't live much longer.It wasn't that he even called and asked for forgiveness it was the idea he finally admitted on that night to what he had done 22 years ago.I forgave him when I became a christian.
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There's an old saying, but I don't know who gave it.
"To err is human,
but to forgive is divine." It is nothing LESS than the super spirit of the Lord Himself. It bore the testimony of those who hammered into His flesh. And it's that same spirit we receive once we've accepted. Not easy...but it is true! Thank you for bearing witness to it.
for when that dying man on the side of the road needed a ride,they blew him off like the wind. I sooooooooo like that reference and poetic analogy. Very good!
I'm very proud of you!
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