I should have died all the ways there is to die,
But God said I want you to be a chosen vessel
And live eternally after death.
I should have died when I was sick
But God said I will spare your life
For I have a purpose for you.
I should have died instead of my father
But God said I want this in your story and testimony
I should have died but I felt the pain.
I should have died when a hole was made in my heart,
I did not die but I felt the pain.
Then God said "Oh daughter, do not pounder on these things
Says the Lord nay did I not spare your life when you were
Young, for I have a purpose and a plan for you.
When people say to go this way and that
Do not listen to them for I have laid a path for you.
Daughter you shall grow in wisdom and truth."
And that hole healed.
Though the scar is still there I am not dead.
I should have died all the ways there is to die,
But God said, "I love you." And he stretched out his arms
And died I should have died in his place, but God said
"I did not die I defeated death and now I have risen
For your sake and the sake of others."
I should have died but God said,
I want you in my book the book of life.
Author notes
this is a story poem I hope you all like it
Option #3
A contest entry
- Living for God! Group only contest by Foxydaze14.
970 points, ended July 9, 2007, 12 entries
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JESUS IS ALIVE!
Lovely read; the devil is cunning. Sometimes, he tells us that life's not worth living, but God always comes to save us
Keep believing
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I like this, there are many of us, alive now, who could maybe say they 'should have died.' I am one of them. This is a wonderful piece full of inspiration and hope. Keep writing. You are very good.
All the best
Wayne
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I am so fortunate to have read this lovely poem. I can identify with it, but much more - God has spoken to me through this poem. God bless. FransB
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There are many times when we feel we should have died, but the truth is, God has a plan for us and we did not die because that was not his plan. You have done an amazing job expressing this truth. Great write!
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This is a great piece. I'm sure many people are able to relate to this. You did an excellent job! Good luck in the contest
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How true -we often wonder why others are taken and we remain - there is a purpose yet for us and we will find that out as we continue through our life. Have been in that situation - car accident, passenger died, I survived by just inces. Often questioned why - now I know it was to look after my mother who has dementia, and help with the grandkids who are having problems. Always a reason. Sentiments well expressed in these lines - easy to read and understand.
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Very good! we all have a purpose I believe that and we go thorough things for a reason I do believe that to. Very nicew poem. Godo form and a lot put into this one.
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I love it!
It is so true. he did die for us and we have feel that we have nothing to give him return. He heals our broken hearts and guides us on his path. We can't just forget that he will always love us no matter what mistakes we made.
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Very Good
Good job keep it up
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That is the power and widom of God . He takes what we think is not useful and make it of some use. Thank Him everyday and remember what He has done for you for it will give you more strength and knowledge of Him. Thanks for sharing.
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Beautiful testimony of your faith! Great write. Thanks so much for sharing this.
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well written poem. you did a fantastic job with this. thank you for sharing this! my favorite line is: God said I love you and he stretched out his arms And died
His love for you and me is so profound!keep writing! God bless you always
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Awww that's sweet, kindda sad, but very well written.
It's great that you can feel that way
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