The Road I Tread
Faith Flash Contest Entry10 total reviews
Comment from Heather Bagley
My father always taught me that when God closes one door, he will open another. You writing style is very pleasant.
My one little critique would be that you should change "are heavy laden" to "am heavy laden" but that's all!
Good luck in your contest!
~Heather
reply by the author on 14-Mar-2024
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My father always taught me that when God closes one door, he will open another. You writing style is very pleasant.
My one little critique would be that you should change "are heavy laden" to "am heavy laden" but that's all!
Good luck in your contest!
~Heather
Comment Written 13-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 14-Mar-2024
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Thank you, Heather. I totally agree with you. I wrote my first poem many years ago when I was a senior in high school, and it reflected your exact sentiments. It was my first post on this website back in 2021. I appreciate your constructive comments and good luck wish.
John
Comment from s.m.kirby
Oh how comforting it is to know that the road we travel through the seasons of life. when we find a relationship with God he is faithful to go before us and lead us home. I truly enjoyed reading this lovely piece.God Bless. Sandra
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2024
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Oh how comforting it is to know that the road we travel through the seasons of life. when we find a relationship with God he is faithful to go before us and lead us home. I truly enjoyed reading this lovely piece.God Bless. Sandra
Comment Written 10-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2024
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Thank you, Sandra for your insightful review and kind words. John
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you're welcome.
Comment from lyenochka
Beautiful statement of faith, John! I think you've covered the hardships of living in this world and the reason for the hope that is in you because you have faith in the Lord. Congratulations on your well deserved prize!
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2024
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Beautiful statement of faith, John! I think you've covered the hardships of living in this world and the reason for the hope that is in you because you have faith in the Lord. Congratulations on your well deserved prize!
Comment Written 10-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2024
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Thank you so much. I appreciate your heartwarming words and congratulations. John
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Great words of faith!!
Comment from dragonpoet
Hi John,
This poem starts so sad and hopeless but ends to hopeful. It shows how faith keeps us strong and shows us the way.
Congrats on placing third in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Have a great day.
Joan
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2024
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Hi John,
This poem starts so sad and hopeless but ends to hopeful. It shows how faith keeps us strong and shows us the way.
Congrats on placing third in the contest.
Keep writing and stay healthy
Have a great day.
Joan
Comment Written 10-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 10-Mar-2024
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Thank you, Joan. I was concerned that the beginning was so depressing but, then again, there is nothing that faith and trust in God can't overcome. I appreciate your kind words, congratulations and especially the sixth star. John
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You are most kindly welcome on all an accounts, John.
Joan
Comment from barbara.wilkey
After reading this Faith Flash contest entry all I want to do is stand up and shout, "AMEN!" Thank you for sharing this entry with us. I enjoyed reading and want to wish you luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 02-Mar-2024
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After reading this Faith Flash contest entry all I want to do is stand up and shout, "AMEN!" Thank you for sharing this entry with us. I enjoyed reading and want to wish you luck with the contest.
Comment Written 02-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 02-Mar-2024
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Thank you, Barbara. Being restricted to 300 words, I tried my best to make every word meaningful. Your "AMEN" gave me assurance that maybe in a small way, I might have achieved what I set out to do. I'm grateful for your kind review and good luck wish for the contest.
John
Comment from T B Botts
Hello John,
Some roads we have to tread alone I suppose. However, I don't think God intends for us to deal with all the issues of this life by ourselves. Sometimes he sends along someone to help share the burdens we feel. I think having good friends are a real blessing, yet even they can leave us and we're alone again. I guess that's when we discover that God is ever with us. Thanks for sharing.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2024
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Hello John,
Some roads we have to tread alone I suppose. However, I don't think God intends for us to deal with all the issues of this life by ourselves. Sometimes he sends along someone to help share the burdens we feel. I think having good friends are a real blessing, yet even they can leave us and we're alone again. I guess that's when we discover that God is ever with us. Thanks for sharing.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
Comment Written 10-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2024
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Very well put, my friend. There are times when our earthly friends may leave us for one reason or another. But there is one Friend who has promised to never leave us or forsake us. Rest assured, He is there whenever we need Him. Thanks for your insightful review. Blessings to you as well.
John
Comment from Wendy G
Very moving, and written from the heart, You highlight the feelings we all have, including believers, but soften the pain with hope, comfort and optimism for we are approaching the destination. Well done.
Wendy
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2024
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Very moving, and written from the heart, You highlight the feelings we all have, including believers, but soften the pain with hope, comfort and optimism for we are approaching the destination. Well done.
Wendy
Comment Written 10-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 10-Feb-2024
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Thank you, Wendy. I was hesitant to post this because it sounded so depressing. But your review is such a perfect analysis and description of what I was trying to say, it makes more sense to me now. Thank for for convincing me I did the right thing.
John
Comment from Teri7
Amen John! This is a very well written and true Faith Flash contest entry. Our Lord has overcome this world. We just have to keep our eyes on Him and not on this world. This world is not my our home. We are just traveling through. Best wishes in the contest. Teri
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2024
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Amen John! This is a very well written and true Faith Flash contest entry. Our Lord has overcome this world. We just have to keep our eyes on Him and not on this world. This world is not my our home. We are just traveling through. Best wishes in the contest. Teri
Comment Written 09-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2024
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Thank you, Teri. I love your reference to us being travelers on this earth. This is just a pit stop on our way to our permanent home above. Isn't it comforting to know that Christ has overcome this world and we can too, if we just let Him come and live within us? What a wonderful and gracious Lord we have. I appreciate you kind words and best wishes. John
Comment from Yusita
This is a beautiful piece and a wonderful entry for the Faith Flash contest. What a lovely and inspiring summary about what faith is all about and how it impacts our life. I love how you ended this write. Very well done.
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2024
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This is a beautiful piece and a wonderful entry for the Faith Flash contest. What a lovely and inspiring summary about what faith is all about and how it impacts our life. I love how you ended this write. Very well done.
Comment Written 09-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2024
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Thank you, Yusita. I genuinely appreciate your review and encouraging words. I wasn't sure how this piece would be received, and your review makes me feel much better. Thank you so much!
John
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Most welcome! I enjoyed it. Have a blessed weekend!
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Thank you. Blessings to you as well!
Comment from patcelaw
This is a beautifully written story of your faith. I enjoyed listening to it very much. It flows very well when it is red out loud. I wish for you the very best with all of your roads that you must travel. You are not alone on that road as you have God with you each and every step of the way. God bless you and have a wonderful Day and weekend. Patricia.
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2024
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This is a beautifully written story of your faith. I enjoyed listening to it very much. It flows very well when it is red out loud. I wish for you the very best with all of your roads that you must travel. You are not alone on that road as you have God with you each and every step of the way. God bless you and have a wonderful Day and weekend. Patricia.
Comment Written 09-Feb-2024
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2024
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Thank you, Patricia. Initially, I was hesitant to post this. It seemed so depressing and that was not my intent. I'm so glad you didn't see it that way, but focused on the "faith" portion, which was my hope for anyone who reads it. I so much appreciate your beautiful comments and especially the sixth star. John