With Him I'll Overcome
Changing a life9 total reviews
Comment from Anita Manuel
As I read your poem, I was reminded of those days when I had those same thoughts. Were you and I best friends during that time? Only a best friend would know those things about another. I cried out to the Lord many days and nights.
The one thing that I remember is writing in my journal, "My ultimate goal is to serve the Lord." I would go back to my self-destructive ways each time. I did this on three ocasions until one day the Lord had mercy on me and sent my late husband, James, my way.
The day that I met my James, I had decided to not have anything to do with any other man. I hated myself. I did not see anything that was good in me. I was empty. I had nothing left on that fateful day. I had given everything of me to one man after another, but had gotten little to nothing in return.
"I give everything, even my pride.
Please, God, fix the wrongness inside.
I don't know; I can't figure it out.
No one cares if I scream, and I shout.
But God...
He heard my cry and He cared. He used James to open the door to Him in a way that changed my life forever. The Lord used James to break the chains that had held me captive for far too long. I was finally free of that demon.
The Lord showed me His love through James and it has made all the difference in the world. James passed away ten years later, but the Lord did not stop with him. He gave me to another great husband, but the beauty of it is that I learned that my value is not determined by a man, but by our Father--I am His Princess.
Your poem truly blessed me and caused me to give God a well-deserved praise for bringing me out "excellent".
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As I read your poem, I was reminded of those days when I had those same thoughts. Were you and I best friends during that time? Only a best friend would know those things about another. I cried out to the Lord many days and nights.
The one thing that I remember is writing in my journal, "My ultimate goal is to serve the Lord." I would go back to my self-destructive ways each time. I did this on three ocasions until one day the Lord had mercy on me and sent my late husband, James, my way.
The day that I met my James, I had decided to not have anything to do with any other man. I hated myself. I did not see anything that was good in me. I was empty. I had nothing left on that fateful day. I had given everything of me to one man after another, but had gotten little to nothing in return.
"I give everything, even my pride.
Please, God, fix the wrongness inside.
I don't know; I can't figure it out.
No one cares if I scream, and I shout.
But God...
He heard my cry and He cared. He used James to open the door to Him in a way that changed my life forever. The Lord used James to break the chains that had held me captive for far too long. I was finally free of that demon.
The Lord showed me His love through James and it has made all the difference in the world. James passed away ten years later, but the Lord did not stop with him. He gave me to another great husband, but the beauty of it is that I learned that my value is not determined by a man, but by our Father--I am His Princess.
Your poem truly blessed me and caused me to give God a well-deserved praise for bringing me out "excellent".
Comment Written 14-Sep-2020
Comment from Minglement
Your work always surprises and inspires. I love your spiritual approach. This isn't for a contest? It should be.;) such a clever balance, here. A heart-tugging but enjoyable read. Oh, I see it is a contest entry. Good luck
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Your work always surprises and inspires. I love your spiritual approach. This isn't for a contest? It should be.;) such a clever balance, here. A heart-tugging but enjoyable read. Oh, I see it is a contest entry. Good luck
Comment Written 13-Sep-2020
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
This poem speaks the change in her life; she was gang-raped; she dedicated her new life to God; well said, well done; thanks for sharing this. ALCREATOR
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This poem speaks the change in her life; she was gang-raped; she dedicated her new life to God; well said, well done; thanks for sharing this. ALCREATOR
Comment Written 12-Sep-2020
Comment from Justin Chopin
Very lyrical. Thought it was very brave of you to write from the perspective of a woman who's been sexually exploited the voice of confusion you have given her combined with the brutally honest confession she gives near the end of the piece was well done and showed a universal truth that we all need to be made new through the grace of God. Wonderful poem.
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Very lyrical. Thought it was very brave of you to write from the perspective of a woman who's been sexually exploited the voice of confusion you have given her combined with the brutally honest confession she gives near the end of the piece was well done and showed a universal truth that we all need to be made new through the grace of God. Wonderful poem.
Comment Written 12-Sep-2020
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written poem about overcome adversity. We sometimes make wrong decisions in our life that leads to more distress that we cannot handle all alone, only God can guide us into the right direction.
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A very well-written poem about overcome adversity. We sometimes make wrong decisions in our life that leads to more distress that we cannot handle all alone, only God can guide us into the right direction.
Comment Written 12-Sep-2020
Comment from Teri7
This is a very well written poem you have penned for the writing prompt about overcoming adversity. You used very good descriptive words and very nice imagery from the art work you chose. I can truly understand how you feel. It is so great to know we can call on the Lord and He will hear our cry. Thank you for sharing. love and blessings, Teri
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This is a very well written poem you have penned for the writing prompt about overcoming adversity. You used very good descriptive words and very nice imagery from the art work you chose. I can truly understand how you feel. It is so great to know we can call on the Lord and He will hear our cry. Thank you for sharing. love and blessings, Teri
Comment Written 10-Sep-2020
Comment from Tina Crute
This is such a sad tale that this reader is so happy she found a way out and will find peace with Jesus.
I think this is a good contender for the contest!
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This is such a sad tale that this reader is so happy she found a way out and will find peace with Jesus.
I think this is a good contender for the contest!
Comment Written 10-Sep-2020
Comment from mermaids
Your words are uplifting and encouraging. You show that adversity can be overcome and a new life with God's help can happen. Your poetic form is smooth and your words have an impact on the reader.
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Your words are uplifting and encouraging. You show that adversity can be overcome and a new life with God's help can happen. Your poetic form is smooth and your words have an impact on the reader.
Comment Written 10-Sep-2020
Comment from Iza Deleanu
I think your poem meets the contest requirements and in the end there is hope and change:"My new life starts with this as day one.
I dedicate it to the Father and the Son." Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
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I think your poem meets the contest requirements and in the end there is hope and change:"My new life starts with this as day one.
I dedicate it to the Father and the Son." Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
Comment Written 10-Sep-2020