I was lost, confused, struck down
Losing hope every second that passed
My faith in the Rock of Ages was faltering
My life was being torn into tiny pieces
Swimming around in life’s problems
Trying to keep my head above the water
Gasping for a breath, slowly sinking
Losing sense of direction, which way is up
Everything was out of control, out of my control
I was lost, hurting, suffering, and unable to go on
Scars of my past opening, revealing flesh wounds
I thought my life was soon to be over, until I found the way…
I came to know the Way, the Truth and the Life
I found the answers through the true Answerer
Spring rains came and washed away my tears
My Strengthener came and built me up again
Today I am a living example of one who has been transformed
I have been transformed thanks to the Most High God who’s forgiven me
In my distress he came to rescue me from the dangers of this corrupted world
He brought me from darkness to light, from weakness to strength, from death to life
I found the way, the answers to life...
Are you still seeking them?
Author notes
Names for God used : Jehovah-Rapha; Rock of Ages; the Way, the Truth, the Life; Answerer, Spring rains, Strengthener, Most High God
Meaning of the Title : the Lord that heals (Exodus 15:26, Matthew 8:16-17)
Bible Verses (in order from the poem):
Jesus said to him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.
(John 14:6 ISV)
"Thus says the LORD who made the earth, the LORD who formed it to establish it--the LORD is his name: Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known.
(Jeremiah 33:2-3 ESV)
"Come, let us return to the LORD; for he has torn us, that he may heal us; he has struck us down, and he will bind us up. After two days he will revive us; on the third day he will raise us up, that we may live before him. Let us know; let us press on to know the LORD; his going out is sure as the dawn; he will come to us as the showers, as the spring rains that water the earth."
(Hosea 6:1-3 ESV)
But the Lord stood by me and strengthened me, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. So I was rescued from the lion's mouth. The Lord will rescue me from every evil deed and bring me safely into his heavenly kingdom. To him be the glory forever and ever. Amen.
(2 Timothy 4:17-18 ESV)
She followed Paul and us, crying out, "These men are servants of the Most High God, who proclaim to you the way of salvation."
(Acts 16:17 ESV)
Extra Verses used for Inspiration :
And your ancient ruins shall be rebuilt; you shall raise up the foundations of many generations; you shall be called the repairer of the breach, the restorer of streets to dwell in.
(Isaiah 58:12 ESV)
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. (Psalm 46:1)
When the righteous cry for help, the LORD hears and delivers them out of all their troubles. The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit. Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the LORD delivers him out of them all. He keeps all his bones; not one of them is broken. (Psalms 34:17-20)
May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. (Psalm 19:14)
Written March 31st, 2006
In a list
A contest entry
- For anyone with a praise for our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ by No.Longer.Bleeding.
350 points, ended June 17, 2006, 20 entries
Silver trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
What did you think
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i am going to start memorizing my verses lol, now am jealous, how you do it hot stuff? eh? i really wanna do it, anyways, this was pretty great,specially the way you wrote down the verses and meanings of God's name..
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Thank you very much, Monica, for your encouragement! I'm really glad you liked my poem
Yes, I quoted a lot of scripture in the poem and used several verses as inspiration. Best of luck to you in judging your contest 
--Tim -
oh one more thing: I LOVE THE AMOUNT OF SCRIPTURES YOU USED!
Monica <3 -
ahh okay i just read the answer to my question, sorry I fg to read the author's comments. lol my apologies.
Monica <3 -
oh, man. this was POWERFUL and full of praise and meaning! wow, AMEN, the 'strengthner' YESS! AMEN AMEN AMEN! hey, is the bible verse that you quoted 'The Way the Truth and the Light?'
Monica <3 -
This is beautiful. I am so thankful you felt you could share your testimony during my contest. Thanks so much. Because He Lives, Beka
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very cool man
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This is such a wonderfully loving testimony as to what the Lord Jesus can do! Thank you so much for sharing this with allpoetry and I truly hope that others will see and seek Christ because of these words you speak.
You used some really clever sentences in this... some really good imagery as well... you should be proud of this piece... for God is speaking through you!
God bless you! ~Melissa -
Tim...wow this is so amazing.....I can't even begin to tell you. I'll admit, that this is how I have been feeling lately as you said "Everything was out of control, out of my control
I was lost, hurting, suffering, and unable to go on
Scars of my past opening, revealing flesh wounds
I thought my life was soon to be over, until I found the way…"
Thanks you so much for refderring me back to the poem, I was going to read it and forgot, so thanks again. God is the Answer to anything and everything in life.....thank you my friend for reminding me of that fact. great luck in this contest and thanks
~*Chelsea*~
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Brilliant, this masterful masterpiece
There's no greater testimony one so masterfully ascribed as this. Truly, none can appreciate just God's gift of Salvation until they've realized the depths of despair, from being so LOST. Brilliantly ascribed, Tim, this is a captivating and dynamic testimony. Thank you for the privilege to comment, and not miss this gem.
Regards, Milly
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Again, I can relate to this so much and find this piece to be so very close to me...Do you remember a while back...In some group thing I posted a little cry for help concealed behind a rather theological (ofcourse!) inquiry. Well guess who replied. Yes you. Do you know what, whatever you had replied i then brushed off so carelessly, but i can not deny that your reply DID lead me in the right direction and though i cannot without lying proclaim i am reaping the fruits of Christ-led life or living all for God, I am, nonetheless, embarking on the same journey you have described here. Isnt it just amazing when you stop and contemplate, really consider, what Christ has done for us. That is what i saw shining through your poem. This was truly beautiful, showing traces of the other end of the story, per ce, and nonetheless filled with poetic life and resounding with God's eternal promise in every line. Awesome, Sharcu, awesome!
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Wow! Indeed you put a ton of effort into this poem. It going to be a tough decision to judge. Ya, free verse is getting more and more tempting to me to try out. I really liked the parts where you described being lost, out of control and definitely in need of a savior, and how He takes a broken life and makes it new. Wonderful job! Thanks for entering the contest!
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excellent
Tim, this is such an amazing poem, I don't know what to say! Instead, I suppose I'll let my actions speak louder than my words, and just applaud this!
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Marvelous! You inspire me to want to return to free-verse more often. This is fantastic! I enjoy your usage of metaphor.
A very inspiring, personal write as well. It makes me feel like I know you better. I'm better for it.
My only critique: You spelled "Loosing" wrong. It should be "Losing". It is done so in a couple of lines. That's all.
A great write nonetheless...
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spiritual
awww! thaz soo awesome!... when u think that u r at ur lowest God truly lifts u up!.. He will never put u thru anythin that u can't endure.. for He will give u strenght every step of the way!...God bless n thanks for sharin this poem! -
in contrast, here is a poem the required more then 4 min of work, and yes, u can see a difference. wow. the depth is incredible...*must quote lyrics here* 'you you're a miracle, anything but typical it's time for the whole wide world to see...keep on shining, wherever u may be, keep on shining, for all the world to see...' (Shine On By Third Day, u need to hear that song!!!
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the true 'Answerer', wow. hmm, never exactly thought about it like that. sure He's the filler of the void, and yea... no duh! lol
this is amazing, good luck in the contest!!
mush -
Tim. You rock my socks!
God bless!!!!!!
Grace -
Oh wow.. Another GREAT GREAT spiritual poem... It's like givin your life to The Potter's Hands.. It's just htere.. I love everything about Him...
Except for this lol, this poem is great..
"Trying to keep my head about the water"
It should be above the water...
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Jesus said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one goes to the father, but through me."
I really love this write. Because it's not the traditional, accept God now or you'll suffer in hell....it's a testimony of what God has done for you then you offer salvation to others.
Absolutely beautiful spiritual poem. God Bless You and Take Care♥--Ann
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Wow Tim, Wow. i really dont know what to say except wow. that was really good and good luck in the contest
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