I was told as a child about a great king, and a place up in heaven were forever you sing.
I was told of love much greater than all, by a man named Jesus who never I saw.
Now at the gate, I must make up my mind, was this story of truth or just of mankind?
But I remember that man who came in my life, I remember that man always did right.
The men at work delivered such stings, but he just smiled and said back never a thing.
Now as I think, God must be real, for how could that man have faith made of steel?
There must be a power that’s greater than ours, or why would that man have taken those scars?
And this spirit that calls to my soul each day, God it’s time for this man to pray.
Lord I'm sorry I saw your life, through this man of God who always did right.
Lord I'm sorry I never gave in, Lord I’m sorry I stayed in my sin.
Today I ask You Lord God above, please forgive all my debts and deliver your love.
Please open the door and let this man in, please dear Jesus forgive all my sins.
As I drift off now in the darkness of night, my family beside me holding me tight, I see angels approaching, coming for me, I hear voices of gladness say “Son Your Now Free”!
I made it in time, with not much to spare, and there’s Lord Jesus standing there!
Oh this bliss, this freedom I feel, yes dear Jesus, you've always been real.
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Written June 7th, 2004
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As always, Excellent
I love it!!! Excellent write! You express God's love so clearly in your writes. God bless you and may you feel His love and joy more and more everyday!!! Take care, ~Angel~
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I ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT!! It’s a great poem. I wish I could write as well as you can! You're a great poet. I can really see that you're in love w/God. I can also tell that you enjoy writing poems about God and about Christianity. Just never ever let people tell you anything different about God. Keep up the great work!!
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as a member of the God Squad , admire your work very much, it was such a beautiful way of turn up the heat on your faith, bless you and keep you, hugs ann
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Beautiful writing here.
Oh wow and you will be added to one of my favorites for sure. I think that this is what I need right now because of the power and the sincerity in your writing. You know this shows as one wrote in their review that you are indeed a sermon to be seen and heard. That graphic just added to it and I must say that you are very honest in the depth of your writing. It really is worth my bookmarking this to read and read again. -
This poem is as beautiful as the portrait that goes with it.The subtle rhyme within each line and the theme makes this work stands out.Well crafted and charming to read.
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great
i liked this a lot ...unfortunately for most people looking at a christian is the only bible that they read so they judge christianity on peoples actions ... that is why it is important to be a good witness for Christ..i really identified with this poem...tried to join but could not do it properly seems to be some prob with site -
Thank you so much! Sometimes I find myself wondering if all that's in the bible is solid truth from God
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I felt so dirty for all the bad things I did before I found Him I felt I had a ticket to hell but I felt better after I was baptised and knew He had forgiven it I still do bad thigns out habit sometimes but I always afterwards when I realize what ive done go and Pray to Him for forgiveness He is such an awesome God
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A wonderful poem about finding the Lord, I liked it a lot. Such a beautiful poem- I liked it a lot, it speaks from the heart
Keep writing because this was beautiful
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Reminds me of the old Pastor dies and moaned to Jesus up in Heaven that he could have healed him when he prayed. Jesus said I was there every tome reaching out it was your own lack of faith stopped you seeing me arms outstretched. A beautiful reminder that real faith is belief in what we can’t always see. You’ll see him if you really need him but only really need as God alone defines. But up in Heaven we’ll all realise just how long he’s surely walked with us. God Bless you.
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very well written, just the one thing is most of these people who walk this earth, must let the Lord into their hearts. Little do they know he is the one who has made us. He is our everything. He helps us all stay safe and he helps as much as he can. Most people hate him cause of him taking their children so young but you know here is something I have learned Only the good die young. And in my heart were all young when we go... Keep up the good though and May the Lord always be with always an forever.
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The 'sinner's prayer' in poetic form. Nice. Good proclamation of your journey and conversion. You are being a light with this write.
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wow - that poem took my breath away. i loved "As I drift off now in the darkness of night, my family beside me holding me tight, I see angels approaching, coming for me, I hear voices of gladness say “Son Your Now Free”!
i don't know what else to say that was beautiful. keep writting and God Bless -
"place up in heaven were forever you sing"
"were" should be "where" ?
"but he’d smile and say back never a thing"
"he'd" should be "He'd" ?
I really did like this. God blesses us in so many ways. I just hope that in the end, left standing at the gate is not where I'd be. I was actually told by a pastor this weekend, that because I do not attend church regularly, God would not let me into Heaven, that I've committed the greatest sin. I tried to tell this man, that doesnt it say when two or more people gather in His name that is enough? Well he didnt care, he said I'll spend eternity in hell.
I have yet to find a church centered around God and nothing else, so would God rather I attend a church I dont believe in than fellowship with a small group?
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Thank you for your wonderful comment, may God always bless you as you keep seking Him.
Your friend,
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This is so beautiful, it made me smile when I read it. I was feeling really down, then I decided to check out your author's page and read a few poems. You've just made my day a whole lot better! Thank you so much! Sometimes I find myself wondering if all that's in the bible is solid truth from God or if it is the biased word of man, but then I remember my Grandma, and how she is so devout in her faith. Thank you so much for the great read!
God bless!
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Its nice to read a religious type poem, I dont get a chance to read alot of poems here and usually the ones I read aren't religious. To tell you the truth i read it because of your name "shanman" my name is also shannon and my brother calls me shanman so it was weird.. except i'm a girl so its actually an insult from him but what do you expect from a brother eh? anywayws great write and keep up your excellent work.
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Thank you for your very kind comment.
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spectacular
Wonderful... the tale of man kind... touching and meaningful. I very much enjoyed this read, and as you can see it has left me breathless. -
soulful passion
God loves us all We just have to love everyone regardless of spiritual beliefs as Jesus love was Love
No Matter What
In God's Heart we are all children of God as each a human made in the image of God and he would loves all to enjoy what he gives freely everyday if only our Leader's of all Countries could all join the United Nations then we would all grown to then understanding the riches of all as we join together as many and diverse expressions of Gods Love
Amen
Love and Peace
~~Pauline
You inspired me
Edited on Jun 18, 11:31 p.m. because ''. -
have you submitted this to the poem request by one that needs to share with the sick and lost at the hospital? by gazzelle
this is an excellent write and you pen it where all can come to the Lord and receive his love. -
This was an excellent poem. I got chills reading it. I was not raised in a religious household but yet when I look back now I can see where Jesus has been and has planted his blessings upon my head from a very early age. My sisters used to go to church, I was not allowed, and I would sneak their stuff they brought home and read it and it has always stuck in my head. I now know why! I feel as if I were chosen and to not accept would definitely be a sin! Again this was an excellent poem.
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great write!
Hello Shannon...this is a very beautiful poem. It is so good to know that there are poets on this site who have such a strong faith in the Lord. I am so happy that you found Him and that you continue to grow in Him. He gives us all wonderful gifts and talents, and we are told to use them to bring Him glory. I don't have the gift of poetry, but I do have the gift of singing...keep using your awesome talent of writing for His glory and He will continue to bless you beyond your imagination.
Grace and peace,
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Well done Shannon. I like the way you wrote this, the personal relationship that you show in this is the way it should be. God bless you. ~Melissa
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Shannon,
This is wonderful! You write poetry really well. As you know the spiritual touch is excellent. I love reading them and I loved this poem! Many praises.
Blessings ~~ Angelpenned
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Excellent
Wow! This is one of the best poems I have read! I love the format of the poem, and the image above was a nice touch. By itself, the poem is beautiful, truthful, and....just....Wow!
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