Heavenly father you are
the light of my life.
Every since I came to know you,
my life has changed for the better.
Even though trials come and go, you've
stood by my side in every circumstance.
I haven't always understood your purpose
and sometimes it has caused me to stumble.
Yet, even through my mistakes you've allowed
me to learn so many great lessons.
Patience being one and faith the ultimate
gift to a willing and humble heart that will
recognize your awesome power.
I realize how blessed I am to be called your child.
Through many hardships and tragedies such as
the loss of my mother and brother,
I've experienced your strength that has kept me.
Because you're so gracious and understanding
I was able to work through much pain and suffering.
The many questions of why never altered or
affected your love toward me.
Even when I was angry with you.
My heart is filled with so much love to know
that I can count on you no matter what.
Family, friends and even lovers will betray the
trust you place in them. But you always remain faithful.
Your words of comfort calm my soul and give me hope.
Nothing in this world is more precious than you Lord.
Your promises are forever and amen.
I love you with all my heart and wait patiently
for your direction. Knowing that you're able
to keep me from falling.
Thank you Jesus for saving me and putting up
with all my short comings.
I could not possibly make it in this world without you.
You are the thread that keeps me together.
Your joy is my strength.
Your peace surpasses all human understanding.
Your love is immeasurable.
I give you praise honor and glory forever
and ever. My Lord and savior, Oh most High,
Amen.
A contest entry
- Letters From the Heart by Nicada.
2750 points, ended February 18, 2009, 26 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - Throw Down Your Best by Demington.
1350 points, ended September 17, 2009, 18 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Comments
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I applaud your efforts here and want you to know that I think this is a wonderfully powerful poem. However, it does not bring, in any way, any sort of poetic pyrotechnics. Much of what is written, while wonderful and true, are cliche in the sense that they do not sit atop any clever subtext and do not give to the reader and anything of the subtle. You appeal to none of the senses and leave me with nothing, as a critiquing reader, to comment on.
With that said, I wouldn't change anything about this poem. It is a heartfelt psalm, a wonderful testimony that reveals your nature as a believer, not your skill as a poet and there is absolutely nothing wrong with that.
In Christ,
C
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This is a beautiful and heartfelt prayer here. A well thought out poem and one so honest. In the first stanza, "eventhough" should be separated, "even though." In the second stanza, "lost" should be "loss." Great job and thanks so much for entering. Blessings, Patty
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awww this is such a truly heartfelt and beautiful prayer my friend thank you so much for sharing!!!!!! Your words are honest and beautiful it is obvious your true love for God and its so incredible to see. I love it when I find other people that love Him as much as I do and that I can talk about my faith and love for Him with and not have to worry about it being awkward!!!!!!! This is so marvelous I truly enjoyed reading it!!!!!!!!
I love u!!!!!!!!!!
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