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Abandoned to You

I give my life

20 total reviews 
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
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I am thinking you are talking about Jesus in your poem. There is always something to be grateful for, even though we don't always see it. Many people have a lifting up in their life! If a person's health is turning around, that's great news. Many are filled with the peace of God which surpasses understanding; therefore, depression has no place in life.

 Comment Written 14-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 14-Mar-2022
    You're exactly right. I believe God's ultimate goal is for Christ's life to be exhibited in us. In order to do that, we have to abandon our lives to Him. What a glorious thought! Thank you.
Comment from jenintorre
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I love this poem. The words are emotional and beautiful. Great artwork and presentation. Good luck in the competition. Jen.

 Comment Written 14-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 14-Mar-2022
    And I love your review. I'm especially grateful for your sixth star. Thank You. John
Comment from harmony13
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The author's words are loving, kind, descriptive and creative. The first
two lines of this poem flow and connect well. The last line says it all!
I really liked the wording in the first line it is filled with admiration.
The artwork goes well with this poem.

 Comment Written 14-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 14-Mar-2022
    Your comments go to the very heart of my poem. You captured its meaning beautifully in your sweet review. Thank you.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
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Beautiful entry for the Emotional Abstraction writing prompt contest. You followed the rules well. The presentation and imagery is fabulous. Well done! Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 14-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 14-Mar-2022
    Thank you very much. I appreciate your review. John
Comment from Janetsue
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Life overflows with opportunities to be observant and thankful. Awareness of the close presence of a loving God is what all human hearts are craving. Those who respond to His eternal gift will one day know what eternal joy actually feels like.

 Comment Written 14-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 14-Mar-2022
    Amen. Very well spoken. Thank you for your review.
Comment from Janice Canerdy
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I think you have done a great job of abstracting a concept because I can see how the description fits SOME aspects of some relationships:
(1) It somewhat fits one's relationship to the Lord, BUT--no matter how much we love Him--we DO want something from Him: salvation, guidance, peace, . . . (2) It somewhat fits one's relationship to another person, but I don't believe ANYone is as selfless as the person you've described! BRAVO

 Comment Written 14-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 14-Mar-2022
    Thank you so much for your thought-provoking review. When I wrote this, I was thinking of our relationship with Jesus Christ. Jesus abandoned Himself for us on the Cross. Salvation is free for the taking. Once we believe and accept that, He guides us and gives us His peace. If He gave HIs all for us, how could we do any less for Him? Again, thank you; I really appreciate the sixth star. John
reply by Janice Canerdy on 14-Mar-2022
    As a long-tone Christian, I certainly embrace this message. I saw the other one as feasible also. :-)
Comment from Wendy G
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Short but profound. So many seem to think that God is a source of never-ending blessings on them, without any need for faith. He is to be praised and acknowledged for who He is, not for what we can get from Him. Timely and relevant message. Best wishes for your entry.
Wendy

 Comment Written 14-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 14-Mar-2022
    Amen! You put it perfectly. Thank you.
Comment from Cheryl C.
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That is quite profound. Reading it makes me hopeful that there are others who believe as I do: that we should be thankful for existing rather than what we can glean from using, using, using. Well done!

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 13-Mar-2022
    Thank you. Your comments are as profound as my writing. We can be thankful there are many like you and hope springs eternal. I appreciate your heartfelt review. John
Comment from Verna Cole Mitchell
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I love the submission represented in these few words. I pray this very same prayer. I am thankful that in the terrible situation of our world today I have full confidence in Almighty God.

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 13-Mar-2022
    He's promised to never leave us or forsake us, and He's never broken a promise. Therein lies our hope for the future of this fallen world. Thank you for your encouraging review and God bless. John
Comment from Anne Johnston
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"I lift up my life to You
Not because of what You can give me
But simply because of Who You are."
I love it, what a wonderful experience it is when we worship God for Who He is, rather than for the blessings He provides.

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2022


reply by the author on 13-Mar-2022
    You understand and you are so right. Thank you for your kind review. John