"No more than I can bear, Oh Lord,
no more than I can bear"...
This, the promise you made, Oh Lord,
"no more than I can bear".
On this promise, I try to stand, Oh Lord,
though my legs get tired and weak.
Forgive the times I fall, Oh Lord...
and the times I fail to seek.
You know my heart and soul, Oh Lord,
for your word I've hidden there.
Just as you instructed, Oh Lord,
I've cast my every care.
To everything there is a season, Oh Lord,
Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall.
And to each there is a reason, Oh Lord,
though I do not know them all.
It is on this promise, Oh Lord,
determined I am to stand.
Yet, should I begin to fall, Oh Lord...
hold tightly to my hand.
Amen
Author notes
I do not know if this is too over spiritual, or even if it is close to what you are looking for in this contest, yet, this is what your words inspired my heart to write. I am sorry for the burdens and troubles that you are facing in your life right know,
but hold on to your faith and know that God is holding your hand and leading you through each season.
Blessings,
Sassylilpoet
A contest entry
- Lift my Spirits by aboomer.
525 points, ended May 6, 2008, 32 entries
Bronze trophy winner
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Great work, i think that what you've written is a particularly attractive piece of poetry, smooth and solomn and certainly very spiritual. Thanks for the read.
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This is so lovely and true, it brought tears to my eyes. Sometimes life just seems like it is so much more than you can bear (I believe 'bear' is the correct spelling...lol)...and it takes all one can muster to have to strength to go on, and I believe faith does give you that extra strength.
thank you for your wishes and for such an unlifting entry.
best wishes
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thanks for the bronze
many blessings,
Sassy
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grrrr...you're absolutely right about the bear, lol
though it looked and felt so wrong, but after consulting with Mr. Webster, you're right-thanks
You are in my prayers,
Blessings~Sassy
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I love this one.
This one should be set to music. I know the Baptists and methodists would sing it in their services. Great write.
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I think this is great for the contest. , and will be helpful. A great message of hope... Well written, I really love the ending of this well done…
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thank you
Blessings,
Sassy
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