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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648
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I gaze out on the misty sea And wonder if I'll ever be Set free from all this pain I feel These waves of sadness, chains of steel. I feel the gray clouds in the sky Press down upon my heart, I cry, 'Oh, why can't I just see the sun? My strength is gone...my soul's undone.' I took my grievance to the Lord My heart, my soul, in one accord, 'When shall this end...this agony? My world's in such disharmony.' He gently took me by the hand And set my feet on higher land He touched my eyes so I could see His purpose through eternity... 'Although this world will break your heart My loving grace I will impart So you can see beyond the deed To look inside, to see the need.' 'And ev'rything in life, you see, That touches you - must pass through Me And though you struggle with such pain I'll work it all for your own gain!' I gaze out on the misty sea His waves of kindness cover me He set my feet on higher land; He rescued me from sinking sand! Denise And slight is the sting of his trouble Whose winnings are less than his worth; For he who is honest is noble, Whatever his fortunes or birth.~~~Alice Cary, ~Nobility~ |
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mirjam Member
since 1999-11-24
Posts 246Auckland, New Zealand |
Denise I loved this beyond words! He set me upon Higher ground is a line we sing in a worship song at church and reminded me of this... Isn't God such a faithful God who never leaves us, who never promised our lives would be without suffering, but promised to be with us throughout those times, and to restore us and lift us up when it gets too much... We always become stronger through our sufferings, and God can use our sufferings to the bennefit of both ourselves and and others. Well praise the Lord for that huh. Great read, Denise. |
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deleeme Senior Member
since 1999-10-09
Posts 1766NEW ENGLAND, USA |
Denise, It seems of late that the poems you post do dwell on the pain-- but not only pain--the gain! I trust you are finding sweet victories in and through the One who Loves you so much--Praise God! (P.s. The icon I chose reminded me of you.) "Our Creativity points to a Higher Creator--we couldn't have just happened, and for what ability we may possess--to God be the glory." -dlw- |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
Dear Denise; this is a beautiful, beautiful, poem. Isn't it always amazing how it's out of the depths of our pain that we finally surrender and find His Love? Thank you for sharing your beautiful gift with us on this grace filled site. 02 |
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Janet Marie Member Laureate
since 2000-01-22
Posts 18554 |
this poem is so beautiful, and full of wisdom. It speaks to the pain we all must all experience in our lives, but it also shows how faith will be the healing force to keep us strong. Janet Marie |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Thank you, Mirjam, David, Ellie and Janet for reading and for your kind comments. Yes, I believe we are drawn closer to Him and therefore lifted higher through our sufferings. This is another poem that I wrote in the midst of the darkest days of grief and turmoil after my father's passing. p.s.- David, re the icon: that was me in my youth...hehehehe  [This message has been edited by dsnyder (edited 01-23-2000).] |
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WhtDove Member Rara Avis
since 1999-07-22
Posts 9245Illinois |
Oooh Denise! Did this ever speak to me! This was exquisite! Applauds to you! <*\\\>< Where there is faith, there is love. Where there is love, there is peace. Where there is peace, there is GOD. Where there is GOD, there is no need. Hallmark |
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Denise
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Member Seraphic
since 1999-08-22
Posts 22648 |
Thanks, Rebecca! I'm glad it blessed you! Denise |
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