Comment from Bridge

Excellent

I enjoyed reading your piece. I loved the rhyming. I would like to say though that I found the second line with the two 'not' a little confusing...I tried saying them aloud but now I'm confused so I could be wrong. I wish you the very best in the contest. With kind regards

 Comment Written 12-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 12-Nov-2023

Thanks so much Bridge. I love when people ask so I can look at it again. I will do that and get back to you if that is ok. I thank you for bringing it to my attention, because after you look at something long enough it is hard to be subjective. Thanks again, dear friend.


Bridge, if you were here right now I would give you a big kiss! lol
That was a complete typo and nobody else mentioned it. Bless you!!
Thanks so much!

Comment from royowen

Excellent

I think those o us that know the cost that Jesus paid to save a bunch of miscreants such as us from judgement and hell, thane this ragtag buch and weave us into a silken garment, I too have thought of this and have similarly moved to strive for the excellence of konowing and trying to be like Him, well done, good luck, blessings D, Roy

 Comment Written 12-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 12-Nov-2023

Roy, how do you always know my writing? I thought I was being kind of tricky with this one. I think its more that you know my heart. Thanks for the inspiration, my friend.

reply by royowen on 12-Nov-2023

My secret. Heh heh

Comment from LJbutterfly

Excellent

This is the most thought-provoking poem I've read in a long time. Each stanza asks pertinent questions we all should consider. Inspiration is in the fact that positive answers mean we are living the type of life God intended. Your chosen artwork pairs perfectly, and intensifies your message. Best wishes in the contest.

 Comment Written 12-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 12-Nov-2023

Thanks so much Lorraine. I appreciate your lovely comments so much and they were such an inspiration to me. Thanks again, my friend.

Comment from karenina

Excellent

Twelve syllables per line, simply perfect rhyme ~

"Have I lived in a way, that I know I should live..."

That's the line that echoes in my heart. We are often tested, sometimes taunted, frequently blessed but on occasion feel defeated...

If we hold up our chin and have a firm grasp on our own intentions, those who may judge are way over their pay grade.

God knows the pure of heart.

We will all fall short of grace, on occasion... That's what prayer is for!

Excellent entry to this contest, anonymous!

Karenina

 Comment Written 12-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 12-Nov-2023

Hi there Karenina, thank you very much for your lovely comments for this poem. I was inspired by a kind friend who was there for me when I needed it and it helps so much to have great inspiration. Thanks again.

reply by karenina on 13-Nov-2023

Wise words, you offer! I will try to do better, to be like this!

reply by the author on 13-Nov-2023

Me too. LOL

Comment from JPGeo

Excellent

I think this is a fine poem and great entry in the "question" prompt. Your questions reveal not only your own frailty but the humanity in all of us. I appreciate how you come back to your faith as it pertains to judgement. Good luck with this entry.
Peace,
John

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 Comment Written 12-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 14-Nov-2023

John, I thank you so much, as your kind words for my questions poem mean a lot to me.