Journey of Faith
Viewing comments for Chapter 1 "Look Up!"Along the Way in my Life with Jesus
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Comment from Cindy Decker 2
Mary Kay,
This is an excellent poem of faith.
I found if a person sinks to the bottom of their life, it still is not too deep for the
lord to rescue us.
I like your beautiful presentation.
Many blessings,
Cindy
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2021
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Mary Kay,
This is an excellent poem of faith.
I found if a person sinks to the bottom of their life, it still is not too deep for the
lord to rescue us.
I like your beautiful presentation.
Many blessings,
Cindy
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2021
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Dear Cindy,
Thank you for your beautiful and excellent review, for the five stars and for your thoughtful comments. I appreciate what you wrote, reflecting the message of my poem, that the Lord can still reach us, even though we're deep in distress and trouble. I'm glad you liked my presentation; I did my own artwork. May God bless you and your loved ones.
Love, Mary Kay xoxo
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You?re welcome, Mary Kay. The artwork is beautiful too.
Cindy
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Thanks, Cindy. I love your profile picture! Mary Kay
Comment from Ricky1024
"Look Up"
Yes is your Faith contest entry Rich in Theme and Imagery.
It read well and it flowed well there was no Grammar issues.
The Adjective and Objective Contents were both Excellent and Exceptional while, Descriptive Measures aligned Perfectly.
Good luck with this Mary.
It's nice to have Faith...
Especially when all your Hopes and Dreams...
When all has turned...
Into Fears and Nightmares...
(It seems?)
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Yes, when all that we have?
Tis gone in the blink of an eye!
And, no matter what we do?
And, no matter how much we cry?
No matter how guilty we feel?
Yes, that makes me want to die!
We need to know that in God's arms?
As He wraps Us within His loving charms?
No longer do we need to be Alarmed!
No longer scared of Harm!
For we know that then?
Yes, we will soon be together again!
I thought you might like that.
Doctor Ricky 1024
"Still Preaching the Choir Here at Fanstory
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2021
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"Look Up"
Yes is your Faith contest entry Rich in Theme and Imagery.
It read well and it flowed well there was no Grammar issues.
The Adjective and Objective Contents were both Excellent and Exceptional while, Descriptive Measures aligned Perfectly.
Good luck with this Mary.
It's nice to have Faith...
Especially when all your Hopes and Dreams...
When all has turned...
Into Fears and Nightmares...
(It seems?)
...
Yes, when all that we have?
Tis gone in the blink of an eye!
And, no matter what we do?
And, no matter how much we cry?
No matter how guilty we feel?
Yes, that makes me want to die!
We need to know that in God's arms?
As He wraps Us within His loving charms?
No longer do we need to be Alarmed!
No longer scared of Harm!
For we know that then?
Yes, we will soon be together again!
I thought you might like that.
Doctor Ricky 1024
"Still Preaching the Choir Here at Fanstory
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2021
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To my dear Doc Ricky,
I thank you with all my heart for your beautiful and exceptional, six-star review of my poem, which I believe you did recognize, as a fellow poet and believer, as a heart-cry to God.
Please accept my apology for the delay in responding. I had both family issues and doctor appointments this week.
I am deeply touched that you included in your review some original poetry, responding to the feelings I expressed, as I cried out to God. I especially love this part of what you wrote:
"We need to know that in God's arms?
As He wraps Us within His loving charms?
No longer do we need to be Alarmed!
No longer scared of Harm!"
That was so kind and empathetic. Thank you so much, my friend.
May God bless you, and give you the desires of your heart.
With love in Christ,
Mary Kay
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As I continue on my journey here with fan story shedding my pain my endless and never endings...
My happily forever After Never After...
I've come to learn that life is a gift worth living!
And sharing is the way we must continue giving!
Ricky
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Life is a gift worth living, well said. Amen!
Comment from royowen
Afghanistan was a good example of solving problems with human solutions, the mess is only delayed, and the problem is still there, with terrorist groups rising again. Whereas only God has the solution to evil, who would have thought of God dying on our behalf? This is beautifully written with all those wonderful scriptures to back it up, with a wonderful sonnet, well done, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2021
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Afghanistan was a good example of solving problems with human solutions, the mess is only delayed, and the problem is still there, with terrorist groups rising again. Whereas only God has the solution to evil, who would have thought of God dying on our behalf? This is beautifully written with all those wonderful scriptures to back it up, with a wonderful sonnet, well done, blessings Roy
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2021
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Dear Roy, thank you so much for your excellent and very meaningful review of my poem. I'm sorry for the delayed response. Yes, the situation in Afghanistan is very grievous, and indeed shows what a mess we can make through human solutions alone. "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts." -Isaiah 55:9 NIV
Yes, I don't think man could have ever come up with the atoning death of Christ, as a solution for our sin problem! God is so holy, righteous and good! May He bless you and your family, wonderfully.
- Mary Kay
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That?s so true
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Amen.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
A fine faithful write Mary and I hung onto every word here as your belief left me with a warm feeling inside. We send our prayers in hope of them being answered, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2021
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A fine faithful write Mary and I hung onto every word here as your belief left me with a warm feeling inside. We send our prayers in hope of them being answered, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 27-Aug-2021
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Thank you, dear Dolly, for your excellent and encouraging review of my poem. I'm sorry it took a little while to respond. I greatly appreciate your meaningful, understanding comments and especially your prayers! May God bless you, my friend.
Love, Mary Kay xoxo
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Look Up!
by Mary Kay Bonfante
Interesting entry for the Faith Poetry Contest. The rhymes do not seem forced. Your poem flows well. It draws on emotions and it presents strong images.
reply by the author on 26-Aug-2021
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Look Up!
by Mary Kay Bonfante
Interesting entry for the Faith Poetry Contest. The rhymes do not seem forced. Your poem flows well. It draws on emotions and it presents strong images.
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 26-Aug-2021
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Thank you, Gypsy, for your excellent review of my poem, and for the five stars. I appreciate your thoughtful comments and observations. May God bless you.
Love, Mary Kay xoxo
Comment from Kit Nongkhlaw
Reading this poem reminds me of the time when I was sinking into the bottomless pit of destruction. But the love and grace of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ saved me and all believers. I can feel the pain with you but the Lord we serve is greater than our troubles. Thank you so much for this wonderful poem, Kit.
reply by the author on 26-Aug-2021
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Reading this poem reminds me of the time when I was sinking into the bottomless pit of destruction. But the love and grace of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ saved me and all believers. I can feel the pain with you but the Lord we serve is greater than our troubles. Thank you so much for this wonderful poem, Kit.
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 26-Aug-2021
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Thank you so much, Kit, for this beautiful and exceptional review, and for the six shining stars. I deeply appreciate your kind understanding and empathy as a fellow believer. Yes, God is greater than all our troubles! May His Glorious Name be praised.
Blessings,
Mary Kay
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You are welcome.
Comment from dragonpoet
This is a good entry into the contest. It is in a sonnet-like format that inspires hope that we will come out of all our problems with the help of faith. Even this pandemic
Good luck in the contest.
Keep writing and stay heatlhy
Joan
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2021
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This is a good entry into the contest. It is in a sonnet-like format that inspires hope that we will come out of all our problems with the help of faith. Even this pandemic
Good luck in the contest.
Keep writing and stay heatlhy
Joan
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 25-Aug-2021
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Thank you so much, Joan! I appreciate your excellent and meaningful review of my poem. I was writing about a difficult set of problems that my husband and I are facing, but of course these are occurring against the backdrop of a world spinning out of control, it would seem... but God is still on the throne! We must continue to look up, in ALL these situations -- including this horrible pandemic -- and pray for His will to be done, "on earth as it is in Heaven."
I'm blessed that it inspires hope for you. It did, for me. God bless you!
Love, Mary Kay xoxo
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You are most kindly welocme, Mary Kay.
Faith always helps us through bad times.
Joan
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Where would I be without it? Thank God for His wonderful grace :-)
Comment from karenina
I understand there are those who are agnostics or atheists. I can't imagine not having my faith in God to lean on--the grace of prayer to life me when I am flailing in a see of turmoil and doubt. Your poem speaks to the healing nature of belief. It is not WHY we believe, but it is certain we will find solace in Jesus' love!
Karenina
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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I understand there are those who are agnostics or atheists. I can't imagine not having my faith in God to lean on--the grace of prayer to life me when I am flailing in a see of turmoil and doubt. Your poem speaks to the healing nature of belief. It is not WHY we believe, but it is certain we will find solace in Jesus' love!
Karenina
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 23-Aug-2021
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Dear Karenina, thank you so much for your beautiful and very thoughtful review of my poem. Your thoughts on faith and healing are so well expressed. It's also encouraging for me to hear your views, knowing that you have been through, and continue to go through, so much. I have been praying for you, and will continue to do so, with faith and hope for a good recovery. May God continue to bless you, even more than before!
Love, Mary Kay xoxo
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Thank you for your prayers!
Karenina
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You're so very welcome.
Comment from Anne Johnston
Your poem on faith is well written. Good rhyming and easy to read. Those are all great scriptures you have included in your notes. I like the lines: "No matter how deep in this hole we fall,
He hears our cries, when Our Savior we call."
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2021
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Your poem on faith is well written. Good rhyming and easy to read. Those are all great scriptures you have included in your notes. I like the lines: "No matter how deep in this hole we fall,
He hears our cries, when Our Savior we call."
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2021
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Dear Anne, thank you for your beautiful review. Also, thank you for your encouragement, through your own faith-based poetry and responses to my reviews. I think you have helped inspire me to express my faith again in poetry, after a lengthy gap. Thank you for your kindness and may God bless you always.
Love, Mary Kay xoxo
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You are very welcome, Mary Kay. I am so glad that we can write about our faith and trust in the Lord on here. I just want to be a blessing
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Amen! That is so true. And I thank God for our religious freedom, as well, continuing to pray for those who suffer persecution.
Rest assured that you are a blessing!
Comment from BethShelby
You are an excellent poem and I enjoyed reading the poem of faith. There is no way to sink so low that God cannot come to your rescue. I'm glad your shared the poem and all the scripture verses that speak to faith.
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2021
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You are an excellent poem and I enjoyed reading the poem of faith. There is no way to sink so low that God cannot come to your rescue. I'm glad your shared the poem and all the scripture verses that speak to faith.
Comment Written 22-Aug-2021
reply by the author on 24-Aug-2021
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Thank you so much, Beth, for your exceptional six-star rating, your beautiful review and encouraging comments. We are going through some difficult trials and we can only look to God, because He alone has the answers, the strength and the help we need. I'm happy you enjoyed my poem and appreciated the Bible verses. God bless you, my friend.
Love, Mary Kay xoxo