I was once made black with my sins
Death’s hand gripped my life
Nightmares leaving fear in my soul
Hope having no place in my world
My sight was blinded by my greed
Never satisfied with any aspect of life
A day of peace never occurring
Alone in my own mind...
A slave of sin, of the devil...
Now, made clean by His love
Black sins turning into pure white
Eyes open to the glory of God
Living a life filled with hope
Set free by God’s grace
Encouraged, uplifted, strengthened
Preparing for my new life in Him
Author notes
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come! (2 Corinthians 5:17)
At first I didn't think of it as a gift, and begged God to remove it. Three times I did that and then he told me, My grace is enough; it's all you need. My strength comes into its own in your weakness. Once I heard that, I was glad to let it happen. I quit focusing on the handicap and began appreciating the gift. It was a case of Christ's strength moving in on my weakness. Now I take limitations in stride, and with good cheer, these limitations that cut me down to size--abuse, accidents, opposition, bad breaks. I just let Christ take over! And so the weaker I get, the stronger I become. (2 Corinthians 12:8-10, The Message)
“In my anguish I cried to the LORD, and He answered by setting me free. The LORD is with me; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?” Psalm 118:5-6 (NIV)
'Jesus replied, "I assure you that everyone who sins is a slave of sin. A slave is not a permanent member of the family, but a son is part of the family forever. So if the Son sets you free, you will indeed be free."' John 8:34-36 (NLT)
This poem was inspired by the song "Your Grace is Enough" by Chris Tomlin. Amazing song if you haven't heard of it. Also, the second verse I listed with this poem is my favorite verse and it fits this poem so I figured I'd stick it with it.
"laughing is fun and good for you"
Written January 26th, 2006
In a list
A contest entry
- Friends of ME only. by black raket.
300 points, ended January 28, 2006, 2 entries
Gold trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
What did you think
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This is definitely a poem that shows ... no word seems good enough. Keep on preachin'.
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I do not know how I led you to this, but I'm glad you read it and liked it. Thank you so much for your wonderful comment, Vilanger
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wow!! i see why you got the gold for this one. very well written and heartfelt write from you. good job. thank you for reading me and leading me to this. vilanger
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That poem was amazing Tim. (I am one of sarah's friends and she wanted me to check out your poems) I just loved how you captured the things that God can do (turning ones sins into something pure) and again great job!
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HI VERY GOOD AMAZIN!! BRILLIANT!!!
~Dsgirlie~
~Dreema~
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LOVE IT!!
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Wow...this was fabulous. I do love the second verse the best as well. *hugs* Great job..wow. I loved this, so much. Of course right now I'm 1. Listening to music 2. Feeling extremely hot (I felt that half side of burnt flesh..remember what I felt last time? I seriously think I should go see a doctor about the pain in my head. *hugs tight again* I'm kind of scared actually..to be blunt.
This was fabulous, as I stated. Such great work you have..ahhh it made me feel every word, every syllable. *sigh* I dont' nkwo what else to write at this moment. -
hey, very well written. I love how you first described the sin and agony of a lost person. Then, I loved how it expressed the love an joy of Christ once Jesus comes into his heart. I loved it! Great luck in this contest.....you deserve the best!
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very nice work! good luck in my contest. it's gonna be tough because every1 i invited is my friend and i don't want to let any1 down.
pray 4 me it's my 1st contest. great write. see ya'
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Very good work. ~hugs~.
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'Jesus replied, "I assure you that everyone who sins is a slave of sin. A slave is not a permanent member of the family, but a son is part of the family forever. So if the Son sets you free, you will indeed be free."' -- John 8:34-36 (NLT)
this poem brought to mind that verse...as well as St Augustine's many descriptions of his life chained to sin...
i like the darkness of the first stanza, and then the turning point...very well expressed!
it's truly amazing wat Christ has done for each one...would that everyone would accept it... good job on this!
mushy
Edited on Jan 26, 10:32 because 'cant type >.<'.
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