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Lighthousebob Member Elite
since 2000-06-14
Posts 4725California |
I Asked I asked of GOD a treasure, He gave me thorns instead. I asked of GOD a kingdom, He placed them on His head. I asked of GOD a future, He forgave all my past. I asked of GOD adventure, He far my burdens cast. I asked of GOD a power, He gave me wilted reed. I asked of GOD abundance, His scars began to bleed. I asked of GOD a fortress, He broke my heart in two. I asked of GOD a courage, He helped me make it through. I asked of GOD a beauty, He dropped his purple robe. I asked of GOD well-being, His back withstood the load. I asked of GOD an honor, He rose up on the cross. I asked of GOD a miracle, And now all but Christ is loss. -Lighthouse Bob |
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deleeme Senior Member
since 1999-10-09
Posts 1766NEW ENGLAND, USA |
This is wonderful Bob! How different is our perceptions of our need and God's wisdom in Bestowing His Perfect gifts! You said it very well! ![]() (I am not surprised!) Thanks for sharing this Gem! david |
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Songbird Member Elite
since 1999-12-15
Posts 2184Missouri |
You really outdid yourself on this one!!! Definitely a keeper!!! |
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Trillium![]() ![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2001-03-09
Posts 12098Idaho, USA |
Bob: This is a wonderful poem! I enjoyed it so much. Betty Lou Hebert |
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Zinsser Senior Member
since 2001-02-27
Posts 1641Calif. |
This is beautiful......... |
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2dalimit Member Elite
since 2000-02-08
Posts 2228Mississippi coast |
You humble me with one of the best you've ever written. You've penned a lot to be thankful for in every verse. Thank you, Melton |
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NewEnglandlazurlu Member Rara Avis
since 2002-01-04
Posts 7470A Mountain Paradise |
This nearly brought me to tears and definitely to my knees. You have demonstrated with your beautiful words that God always gives us what we need, not what we ask of Him. I hope you don't mind, I have printed this and hung it on my bulletin board. Thank you. Marti " My wrinkles are badges of courage and reveal that I am a Mother." |
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Joyce Johnson![]() ![]()
since 2001-03-10
Posts 9912Washington State |
This is another wonderful poem, Bob. As your other one says you have been saving the best for last. Joyce |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
WOW!!!~~ Bob what a write, excellent indeed...well done ~HUGS~ Tracie Love is the life of the soul... |
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Magicmystery Senior Member
since 2002-02-13
Posts 821Windsor, Ontario, Canada |
Simply Beautiful ~~~speechless and in tears~~~ Sherry Cherish the good memories past and look forward to the adventure called Tomorrow. But above all... be kind to yourself today. [This message has been edited by Magicmystery (06-16-2002 02:52 PM).] |
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Mistletoe Angel![]() ![]() ![]()
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
![]() (tears fall down my cheeks) God Bless You, sweet friend, I cried reading this knowing despoite His crucifixion, Christ lives on and His largesse and infinite Love and courage is mounted upon that cross and that because we live, He lives on with us all and nothing can shackle that as long as we hold firm to the doctrine! (big hugggssssssss) This is wonderful, sweet friend, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Robert, thank you for sharing! ![]() May love and light awlays shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Mark Bohannan Member Rara Avis
since 2000-06-21
Posts 7269In the winds of Cherokee song |
The wisdom bestowed to us through "his" works and words are not always easy to accept, but once accepted, the peace, harmony, and comfort can never be equaled. You show much in this piece of yours, including how important it is to have faith and accept that "he" not only knows what it is we need but died on the cross for us so we would be able to have this eternal love. Well written in composition and in spirit and a lesson for us all to hold on to. |
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Stryder Junior Member
since 2002-06-22
Posts 29Silent Hill |
This poem is undoubtably beautiful, and most spiritual. The poem practically brought a tear to my eye. Awe-inspiring work... ![]() [This message has been edited by Stryder (06-22-2002 03:47 AM).] |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
~Very beautifully penned~ |
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VAS Member Rara Avis
since 2000-11-16
Posts 7450Oregon |
wonderful, wonderful, Bob! It's similar to others I've read, but it has its own unique perspective. Very powerful! May I share with your name attached, of course? Whether on the shoal or on the shore, |
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Lighthousebob Member Elite
since 2000-06-14
Posts 4725California |
Thank you Everyone, You have further humbled me by your generous responses. Again, thank you and GOD bless. -Bob |
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Dulcinea Senior Member
since 2001-07-22
Posts 774IN |
The spiritual message comes through powerfully, wow...I am speechless... |
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