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Joy's Waking Song

Faith Contest

5 total reviews 
Comment from lyenochka
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This is such a lovely psalm-like poem! It reminded me of another passage from the Psalms: "You are my hiding place; You preserve me from trouble;
You surround me with songs of deliverance. " Psalm 32.
Your poem shows the hope, refuge, and cleansing we have from God.

 Comment Written 03-Jul-2021


reply by the author on 03-Jul-2021
    :) I know it well. Thank you for taking the time to read and review! Much appreciated :-)What
Comment from RGstar
Exceptional
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Lovely...what a lovely thing. I hope this goes all the way.
I am just returning from Christmas break, and met with this from you, lifted indeed.
Wishing you a good year.
My very best to you.
RG

 Comment Written 09-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 12-Jan-2021
    Thank you RJ!!! And a Very Happy New Year to you!
Comment from WalkerMan
Exceptional
This work has reached the exceptional level

You certainly have met the requirements of this faith-related contest with this splendid tribute to one who has consistently brought you joy and comfort through difficult times -- one whose presence made dark woes fade; with patience and skill calmed your unrest, just as holy water gently cleanses the soul of fear, replacing it with love; provided a "restful haven" within which you feel safe and free; and makes you feel enlightened (in both senses) through wisdom imparted, so your mirror reflects the love now present in your tears of joy.

There's a depth to this poem that would take an entire book to plumb, and I am grateful for having had the chance to read and ponder it.

What a lovely world this would be if we all could provide such solace to one another. May your faith in the comfort you have found remain forever justified, as a rare, truly unconditional love has found you.

Superb, and aptly illustrated to represent freedom from troubles.

 Comment Written 07-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 02-Jul-2021
    omgoodness Mike, I really just forgot to respond to this wonderful review!! As always, you are spot on :-) Thank you so much!!
reply by WalkerMan on 04-Jul-2021
    You are most welcome, Susan. I know how busy you are. -- Mike
Comment from Irish Rain
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Just such a lovely faith poem Miss Susan.
I love the word choices used, it gives this an
olde-worldy flair, and the illustration
is perfect too.
Best of luck,
blessings...

 Comment Written 07-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 12-Jan-2021
    Such a sweet review!! Thank you so much! :-))
reply by Irish Rain on 12-Jan-2021
    Have a lovely week!!
Comment from Anne Johnston
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Well written poem, great rhyming and it flows very smoothly. I line the line: "In you, I've found my hiding place; its restful haven shelters me." So great to awaken to a new day that God has given us, and feel His presence with us.

 Comment Written 07-Jan-2021


reply by the author on 12-Jan-2021
    Thank you for taking the time to read and review!
reply by Anne Johnston on 12-Jan-2021
    You are welcome