Count Blessings ~ quadwaval rhyme
©copyright 2004 Bonita M Quesinberry, R.C.
Sometimes we forget to count them,
those blessings we possess;
instead, focusing on life's pain,
ignoring sins we must confess.
So, I sat down to count blessings,
first my sins to redress;
that God's forgiveness I receive,
a blessing to confess.
Then, I listed thorns in my side,
the persecution and disease;
realizing each is a gift
of death I'll not receive.
I counted all God's commandments,
twelve joys I can conceive:
each a pure delight to obey;
for heaven I'll receive.
Fin'lly, I counted my fam'ly,
two kids and many friends;
knowing each is a precious gift,
there for me 'til the end.
Most important, I count my Christ:
for He is the best friend,
lending His strength when I am weak,
there for me at the end.
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Have you counted blessings?
In a list
A contest entry
- bless me... by PrabhuDayal Khattar.
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inspiring poem
it's a good and inspiring poem with heartiest feelings.. like the way and your positive intention towards love for all... your poetry is heart touching indeed
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HE is the best friend..and the only friend as well..this is a statment which I can say ..a universal one..and the truth of the world..a great work indeed...
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I am blessed.
I know that I have been blessed, even in times of trial there is much to be joyful about. The example of the plane landing on the Hudson is a miracle and a blessing.
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Thank you, Cousin, for sharing your blessings!
And, I pray that on this day you be rained upon with so many blessings that you lose count.
Much love & hugs, BonnieQ
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Then, I listed thorns in my side,
the persecution and disease;
realizing each is a gift
of death I'll not receive.
All I can I really say is thanks.
This is a beautiful write and reminder. -
There is a song...Blessing after blessing...keeps on following me. We are always blessed with a new day to start over again...flowing truth dear sis. Blessings.
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very nice
I count them everyday and I am so grateful for each and every one! You included! This is something that many don't do in this world. We worry about what we don't have, instead of being happy with what has been given. All you take from here is knowledge and love. The rest is just dressing! Love and kisses, Bubba
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I'm counting them right now! great verse!
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