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With Arms of Grace

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 You've been round me long before  I knew you,

Your gentle arms, protection round me share

No one compares  like you my precious Master

How often in your own way show you care!

 

Days of childhood, learning more about you

Hand in hand we walked through many  scenes

As I learned as child that I could trust you

You are dearer, dearer every day it seems.

 

Your love astounds me, that me you've chosen

To share yourself, such a wonder be

But this I know, that since you love me so

My life is yours, through all eternity!

 

 

Going through some of love's urgent yearnings

Finding passions pull to others takes away,

Before long I find life's sweeping longings

Brings me back into your arms to stay

 

I have known earthly promises all failing

Though some so right, on them one can't depend

You are with me in days of joy and sadness

Ever with me Savior to the end!

 

You bring me songs in the darkest night time

And cover me with your wings forever there

You raise me up, to soar on wings of glory

Your might and power showing pathway clear.

 

Some sweet day soon I will meet you Savior,

Share with you my faithful friend of friends

Adoring you, lover for all time unending

Delightful days with you that have no end!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Author notes

Reflections back on a relationship since childhood, time and again realizing God's faithful love, and time and again renewing my faith with a recommittment to that love that is above all loves...so unconditionally real
***Stanza 3 can be used as a chorus if wished...(print ..danny hahlbohm..Christ and child...credit courtesy of www.art.com)

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  • Titus gold member
    November 23
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    66 comments wow, and as I depict, a virtuoso of an atempt to reach the soul. Which you have done. The essences in this are sounding all the joys of a life of own in a region on inner refinement. I am glad you have spoken of it having no end. I could live with that. Excellent. Titus , / Tony


  • SamanthaSam gold member
    November 22
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    Very sweet religious poem that I love. Yes, for all time we will be able to share things with Jesus and never be apart from him ever. Won't that be wonderful? We can't even imagine how wonderful. But, I look forward to it. A lovely and touching poem.
    Hugs, Sam I Am


  • dew drop77
    November 21
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    Lovely picture ...and a great poem ...good luck !


  • majorpaul silver member
    November 19

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    Wonderful!

    Very simple and profound! It shows your love for God in a deep and soul searching way.
    There are many psalms already, but this one could go right in there with the best of them.
    One thing... finding passions pull to others takes away. It would be better if it was 'to others take away.
    This one goes up on the refrigerator though!


  • SilverButterfly gold member
    September 25

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    awwwwe Rose I can understand why you got the gold for this one!!! it is truly beautiful and well thought out emotions. you pour your soul out to the Lord here!!!

    love,
    Sis


  • halfpast4ever
    September 21
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    This piece was fantastic what a great write. I can feel and see your love for your religion and for our god.


  • jacbgd2 gold member
    September 10

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    This is magnificent!!!!!!!!!  BRAVO!!!! BRAVO!!!!!!!!!!!! BRAVO!!!!!! This piece is so filled with love for Our Master. I too was raised this very same way and even I falter GOD is always there to pick me up. HE loves me when I'm bad and HE loves me when I'm good. What more could we ask for? I love this piece. I need to read this today. Thank you for sharing. Smile


  • crivanea silver member
    September 2

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    sooooo sweet there's nothing constructive I can add to this since i'm horrible with rhymes! yea..now i have someone to motivate and inspire me wonderfully written


  • Iron Saint
    September 1

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    Very Nice

    But as it is written eye hath not seen nor ear heard niether hath entered into the heart of man the things which God hath prepared for them that love Him. 1 Cor 2:9
    Love J


  • anaisnais
    August 26
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    A truely lovely and delightful verse/read... A definite priveledge to have shared...Hugs, Anna-Marie.


  • voices
    August 4

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    3rd stanza, 3rd line i not capped.
    great piece, just a great picture of how awesome it is that we can be with our loved ones forever. in these rough times i think its especially important to focus on positive things that last forever.


  • Keyda
    July 8
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    Love this poem

    it was written so beautifully

  • Beautiful...


    Outstanding composition in rhythm and flow. "With Arms of Grace" sings to the Entity that the author reveres; and does it in poetic magnificence.

    I have enjoyed the reading of "With Arms of Grace"

    In gratitude and admiration,

    Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU


  • Vickie Rosa
    June 30

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    BRILLIANCE

    This was amazing, your glorification to God is a truly blessed piece, I think you were inspired by our Lord himself to have written such a wonderful write unto him. Beautiful my friend, Many blessings to you.


  • Lowell Poe
    June 27
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    The good Lord knows your name lass...
    all his children....
    the whole congregation is standing
    on the banks of the river..
    they're gathered there to give a little thanks...
    bring your poem to the river lass.....
    I will join you ....
    With Arms of Grace.

    Your work is stunning.

    Bless your heart
    little gypsy,
    Liam

  • Anthos
    June 25

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    I have no words to sing you a praise..... All i can say this is awesome!
    May I print a personal copy? I can read this over and over and over and still the "magic" does not wear off......


  • Jesann gold member
    June 7
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    A wonderful write.
    Beautiful reflections on your relationship with God.
    Very inspirational, a pleasure to read.
    Congrats on your 2 Gold awards for this piece.

  • goalsv
    June 7

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    Excellent write, a great poem expressing the love nad devotion you have for our Savior. So much discription oozes outof it. The look as a child and then adult. Great job.

  • oh, What does Savior Means?
    it was a Prolific Write. But Did you Write it Only for Children?
    A Child Can Have Such a Lovely Impression
    and It was really well penned
    I liked it Alottt Aapi

    by
    the poet of hearts and beautiful words

  • Saved by Grace

    Your poem is very encouraging. Thank you for sharing your walk with the Lord with us. I also "...have known earthly promises all failing." It's great to worship a Savior whose promises never fail. Christ's Blessings to you! harrispoems

  • wow. this is very moving and it was so heart-felt. the emotions were strong and bold. touching piece!

    and congratz on yor golds, yo deserved then


  • Antipodi
    May 14
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    You truly have captured the universes most beautiful loving being ..he's there for ALL of us ...sadly some are blindly searching and cannot see so they substitute ...but you have found the pathway keep your faith close to your heart for it is more precious than gold and jewels

  • I wouldn't change a word of this poem.
    It's beauty shines from within your soul!
    and we.....sip upon each line and verse
    in hushed awe!

    way to write
    wow!
    ears/so proud of you!
    bold and fearless
    passionate and strong!


  • Antebellum
    May 13
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    Stanza three is my favorite. I can relate to it so much, lovley write.

  • captivation and inspirational... spiritual too. keeep it up!


  • Edited
    May 12

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    well what more can one say.
    A beautifully inspiring write.
    What a joy to know that no matters what comes there will always be and to catch and to hold you.
    God bless


  • sewasham gold member
    May 7

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    This is a beautifully inspiring write. Love the rhyme and flow in this and the thoughts in it. Lovely work.

  • a good piece of poetry penned that shines with the light of faith and love, graceful rhythm and flow here.


  • konrad
    April 29

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    excellent work!

    The Grace of God is allways a wonderful thing to read about. Each person has their own experiance and most are intrigued by what other have found. theres so much love portrayed in this work and I enjoyed it greatly.


  • Mirrors shard
    April 25

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    You bring me songs in the darkest night time

    And cover me with your wings forever there

    this was absolutely beautiful. it gave me a lot to think about and a lot of meaning for my day

  • good one


  • perfectsunset gold member
    April 18
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    Congrats on the gold hun
    well deserved!


  • perfectsunset gold member
    April 18

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    Wow this was so deeply heartfelt
    & touching. Beautifully inspiring
    and expressing the Lord's divine
    love and grace. Lovely rhyme
    in this as well.

    Wonderful write

  • A truly touching expression of faith and grace, and very much appreciated for its lovely and lyrical quality. I can't claim to call myself a Christian, but that in no way takes way from my admiration for your wonderful poem.

    David


  • Aussie Gypsy gold member
    April 17

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    THis is a beautiful interpretation of faith in this piece, you use such gentle wording in your love for him and it shows so perfectly. Well done on your gold too


  • Umi Juvariel
    April 9

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    Great picture on this piece and excellent poem. I enjoyed this piece and the sweet subtly it brought. Excellent write and good luck in my contest.

  • pearlstp
    April 6
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    Touching

    Wonderful expressions of his grace. Im blessed

  • SadmanJim
    April 6

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    WONDERFUL!

    Gold was well deserved for this. You have delineated as well as we humans are able, that unconditional love that the creator grants each of us. And that it is up to us to accept it.

    Write On!
    jIM

  • Titus gold member
    April 6
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    Lovely work in all depictions of loveliness, fantastic write.


  • Lowell Poe
    April 4
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    ...Hold me lord ,
    hold me lord,
    hold me tight
    I'm slipping through,
    hold me lord , hold me lord.
    hold me tight,
    i beg of you.

    ...world without end
    all the soft places to fall lass,
    just beautiful,
    we are only at our early levels of a wondrous journey back home.

    Bless you always,
    Liam


  • condor gold member
    April 4

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    Beautifully written piece about your love and faith and it really shines through every word you used. Love the flow and rhythm and your deep core commitment to he. Well done!

  • Uplifting & inspirational...

    A very touching write that moved me in its love & beauty...
    Keep up the good work...
    Well done!!!

  • beautiful and so touching expressing God's and your testament of faith .. Hugs Angel


  • Treasure 5 gold member
    March 31

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    This is wonderful I love the way you write. This is very beautiful. The Lord will always watch over you. It was a pleasure to read.


  • guardianhost gold member
    March 28
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    It is true

    he raises us up so we can stand on mountains


  • awannabepoet
    March 27
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    God is Grace

    It is of true grace that you speak for the love of the eternal one can only come from deep within our very being. Let not men in robes dictate what it is to love and to behold for holding grace in your mind,body and soul even for the slightest moment is worth living a mortal life a thousand fold.

    I like it, I like it so!

  • Makes the images come alive in my mind stunning and beautifully written Hugs Angel

  • this is lovely

    it creates beautiful images in my mind,i love it,keep writing you're amazing =]


  • Sunkissed xo
    March 20
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    Aww this is gorgeous
    Beautifully written


  • Lady Altheia gold member
    March 19

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    Hoodwinked

    This is lovely. I really like your pictures that you use. I can see how it would be a song or a prayer. Congratulations on your golden trophy.

  • Precious!

    "You raise me up, to soar on wings of glory
    Your might and power showing pathway clear." So touching Rosemary. In the midst of battle and struggle, we stand on His promise and His promise alone. And it seems like when God does something, it is of such a great magnitude in our lives. "Delightful days with you that have no end" reminds us of eternity, something long forgotten by some. It's every joyous moment we've ever had and more uninterrupted. I'm glad that you look to the Lord for your strength and your ability to share this is a blessing in itself.


  • Twinstar
    March 19

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    Hoodwink!

    This is a beautiful poem, and testament of your faith. this is truly inspiring. Congrats on the gold! well deserved!

    Love & Light
    Debbera


  • Heroesrox
    March 15

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    Stunning piece, dear. So glad that you got a gold on this one! Hope that you are doing well! Best wishes to you! :Loved the piece!

  • This is really filed with the light and the peace of the soul..thanks for the wonderful journey you shared here..well done indeed...


  • Reanna Eryn
    March 15
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    Beautiful. You definately deserved the gold trophy!


  • Jesann gold member
    March 15

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    This is so very beautiful.
    Very inspiring, a wonderful testimony of your relationship with God.
    Love the pic you chose.
    Congrats on the Gold.


  • stavykm gold member
    March 15

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    Stunningly Beautiful

    Wow so deserving of the gold dear sis. This is just a beautiful poem and just what I needed to read at this very moment. Yes the Lord is whom raises us up and I remember Him as that little girl then now journeying through my life with Him bringing songs in the darkest night time and cover me with your wings forever there. Oh How I could relate to that one. You are so beautiful Sis. Just a shining example of the beautiful love that flows through you because you are filled with His Spirit. Thank you for sharing your beautiful gift to write poetry. I know the Father is smiling over this precious poem.

    Wishing You Many Blessings,
    Much Love Always,
    Your Sis,
    Kelle Marie


  • Rend the Veil gold member
    March 15
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    oh Mom this is such a beautiful

    love letter to our Lord! what an amazing gift He has given you to give back to him with words of praise.
    this is so moving! i love it and you and GOD is Alive
    because He lives and breathes in all you do!

    Congrats on the Gold what a added blessing

    Love you much

    Rend

  • " You bring me songs in the darkest night time
    And cover me with your wings forever there
    You raise me up, to soar on wings of glory
    Your might and power showing pathway clear ".

    That part is so beautiful, the whole piece is pure beauty.
    I can clearly see why you won GOLD for this. This is one of my favorites from you. The words in this poem has touched my heart so deeply. Our Heavenly Father is always there whenever we need his love and care. He will never let any of us down. He is amazing. I had such a busy day at work today and I was feeling so stressed this piece gave me peace, I really needed to read this, so thank you so very much for sharing this with me. You are a gloden friend.

    Loveandblessings2u & yours always
    Joyce


  • BonnieQ silver member
    March 14
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    Gorgeous Praise!

    I readily see why this poem was awarded the GOLD: the praises for Father and Son are not only beautiful sentiments but also speak the truth of them both. They always are here for us, not always as we think they should be, but always in our best interest. Beautifully crafted, Sis. CONGRATULATIONS ON THE GOLD!

    Much luv & hugs, SisBon


  • Puppydog gold member
    March 14
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    BEAUTIFUL!!!!

    I to felt this closeness with him as I romped through my favorite woods, fields and streams. 's It seems that just being out in the wonders of nature there is a sense of closeness to our Lord, a peaceful feeling, I cannot quite explain it for it is such a deep emotion, a feeling. 's


  • Reptile Lady gold member
    March 14

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    My wonderful Rose you are...
    A most moving poem you have penned with one of my favorite songs ..
    Congratulations on the gold
    Love Julie x

  • sleepinglion
    March 14

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    Lovely

    This poem is inspirational Rosemary, just like the song, Makes me think of another song of hope -
    Abide with me fast falls the eventide

    Love David XX


  • MichaelSavage gold member
    March 14

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    I can't believe i did not comment on this . I read it and said thats GOLD and posted it lol. Sorry. This is beautiful. It really touched me and was what I was looking for. Beautifully written and congrats.
    Hugs, Michael


  • thepoetssoul
    March 14

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    This is a beautiful piece of poetry you have written.
    The rhthm and rhyme is in exellent form.
    God is good, best to you in all you do.
    Lovely Gold

    Tony


  • penman gold member
    March 14
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    Excellent

    What a great write. So very creative. Many blessings in the contest.

  • That is beautiful

    I love this write, very deep and meaningful - I think 5th stanza down it really should be 'earthly' - other than that this was a simple joy to read, thank you for sharing.

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