~His All-He Gave~.
He died and was resurrected, for you & me...101 total reviews
Comment from bob cullen
I tend to bypass poems of faith, not because I don't believe but rather I find many of the poets promoting an image far different to my own ideas.
Here, however you have written, quite beautifully about the Jesus I've come to know.
'It is as it was.' The last Pope used these words to describe Mel Gibson's movie version of 'The Passion." I believe the same expression can be applied to your poem.
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2013
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I tend to bypass poems of faith, not because I don't believe but rather I find many of the poets promoting an image far different to my own ideas.
Here, however you have written, quite beautifully about the Jesus I've come to know.
'It is as it was.' The last Pope used these words to describe Mel Gibson's movie version of 'The Passion." I believe the same expression can be applied to your poem.
Comment Written 17-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2013
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Thank you very much, Bob, I appreciate that!
Were it not for my Pastor, I would have never written it. But, I did so out of respect for the man, for I truly do hold him and his opinions in the highest regard. The man has been like a second father to me, and while he doesn't understand my penchant for the horror genre, he does not condemn me for it, either. This will most likely be my one and only poem professing my faith, for I am not here to preach, but to entertain. I'll leave the "preaching" to the capable hands of my Pastor, and the numerous TV evangelists out there. After all, it's what they get paid for.
Thanks again, my friend, much appreciated!
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I like the sound of your pastor, he sounds a bit like my parish priest.
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Both great men, I'm sure...
Comment from Shelby~thePoet
Hey Poet...this had a chilling AFFECT and a more EFFECT with the imagery and music, I am normally not into religious poems but this blended well ...excellent
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Hey Poet...this had a chilling AFFECT and a more EFFECT with the imagery and music, I am normally not into religious poems but this blended well ...excellent
Comment Written 17-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2013
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Thank you very much, Shelby. This is the one and only piece I will EVER write proclaiming my Christianity. I'm not here to preach, I leave that in the capable hands of my Pastor, Ritchie Pride. I am here to entertain.
Thanks for that wonderful review!
Comment from mickbey
An impressive display, and testimonial to beliefs, the poem itself, the colors, format and arrangement, make this an impressive piece of work.
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An impressive display, and testimonial to beliefs, the poem itself, the colors, format and arrangement, make this an impressive piece of work.
Comment Written 17-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2013
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Thank you very much, mickbey. I appreciate that...
Comment from mumsyone
Hi Dean,
Nice to see that you're taking your pastor's advice. Those whom God inspires to share His Word must do so. Otherwise, it is a "talent" lost. Nice also to see that your poem has been nominated for Poem of the Month. I wish you all the best where that's concerned.
Lois
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2013
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Hi Dean,
Nice to see that you're taking your pastor's advice. Those whom God inspires to share His Word must do so. Otherwise, it is a "talent" lost. Nice also to see that your poem has been nominated for Poem of the Month. I wish you all the best where that's concerned.
Lois
Comment Written 17-Aug-2013
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Thank you, Lois, and I, you...
Comment from madhatter1977
Great poem Dean - a great description of faith and the story of Jesus and I like the last verse reaching out to other people. Good luck in the vote, you've got mine. Hatter :)
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2013
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Great poem Dean - a great description of faith and the story of Jesus and I like the last verse reaching out to other people. Good luck in the vote, you've got mine. Hatter :)
Comment Written 17-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2013
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Thanks, 'Hat, I do appreciate it my friend, sincerely!
Comment from forestport12
Hey Dean, I'm with you Bro... Just want to tell you how much the poem and the back story means to me. I'd like to think we as writer's are on the same page. Glad to see it was nominated and will get the exposure it deserves. I've had my eye on you," that whole circle of trust thing from the movie Parents. Just kidding. Seriously, your writing is worthy. All of it. Stan
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2013
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Hey Dean, I'm with you Bro... Just want to tell you how much the poem and the back story means to me. I'd like to think we as writer's are on the same page. Glad to see it was nominated and will get the exposure it deserves. I've had my eye on you," that whole circle of trust thing from the movie Parents. Just kidding. Seriously, your writing is worthy. All of it. Stan
Comment Written 17-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2013
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Thank you very much, Stan, for the wonderful review and that vote of confidence. I do believe we are, indeed, on that same, proverbial page, my friend.
Comment from barleygirl
This is a beautiful poem & even more interesting are the notes about your pastor's advice. I would comment on your writing more often here, if you picked topics I could relate to. Unfortunately, your topics are often out of the realm of my understanding. It's nice to see a straightforward poem in your enjoyable style, that I can relate to! Good work! Congrats on your nomination & good luck!
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2013
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This is a beautiful poem & even more interesting are the notes about your pastor's advice. I would comment on your writing more often here, if you picked topics I could relate to. Unfortunately, your topics are often out of the realm of my understanding. It's nice to see a straightforward poem in your enjoyable style, that I can relate to! Good work! Congrats on your nomination & good luck!
Comment Written 17-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2013
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Thank you barleygirl, and I certainly appreciate you candid honesty. That's very refreshing...
Comment from MelReyn
Dean.... I think we share a similar struggle. I missed this one, must have been posted before I started reading your work regularly and I'm sorry I didn't see until now.
I don't have my old chapters up so that you can see what I'm talking about when I say similar struggle, but I know all too well how writing dark things goes against what we believe and makes me question if it's the right thing for me to do.
As for this poem, it is wonderful and very well done. You have my vote. ;)
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2013
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Dean.... I think we share a similar struggle. I missed this one, must have been posted before I started reading your work regularly and I'm sorry I didn't see until now.
I don't have my old chapters up so that you can see what I'm talking about when I say similar struggle, but I know all too well how writing dark things goes against what we believe and makes me question if it's the right thing for me to do.
As for this poem, it is wonderful and very well done. You have my vote. ;)
Comment Written 17-Aug-2013
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2013
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Thanks, Mel, I appreciate that. I will peruse your portfolio in much greater detail. It's sad, I think, the gems that writers post that we often miss because it wasn't promoted highly enough, or just missed out on because of circumstance. I've found literally dozens of treasures in author profiles just by going that "extra mile", and digging below the portfolio's surface. Perhaps I will find one of yours soon in such a manner.
Thanks again, Mel, for the wonderful review and vote, as well...
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Oh, Don't bother looking... what I'm talking about is a chapter from my first version of Asthore. I'm still not sure if the one I'm talking about will make the cut. If you wish, I can reinstate it long enough for you to see. It's about my bad guy and it's... unpleasant. Think Christof Mactranahan unpleasant.
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And I hear you about taking the extra time. Now that school is back in and I don't have an ornery little boy carrying out his duties as big brother (pulling ponytail, making his sisters cry), hopefully I'll have a little more time.
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Yes, please do, and PM me once youhave so I can be sure to read and review it. Much appreciated, Mel...
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Okay, thank you! ;)
Comment from Hawaiian Mermaid
Aloha Dean,
This is incredible, Says so much about my Lord and Savior, it's worth so much more than a mire "6" the message is priceless. the sound affects and video adds to the Majesty of it all. Thank you for sharing.
Aloha, Ginger
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reply by the author on 27-Jul-2013
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Aloha Dean,
This is incredible, Says so much about my Lord and Savior, it's worth so much more than a mire "6" the message is priceless. the sound affects and video adds to the Majesty of it all. Thank you for sharing.
Aloha, Ginger
Hawaiian Mermaid
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Comment Written 26-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2013
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Thanks so much for that gorgeous Starfish Award, Ginger! I do appreciate your wonderful review! WoW!
Comment from amarherig14
The story of Jesus torture and death are described in you spiritual poem as it happened. It shows your faith in Him without been preachy. If anyone reads your write it is most likely they would like to know Him.This is the way to evangelize.Good wording, imagery, theme and presentation.Great picture used to present your poem.
reply by the author on 23-Jul-2013
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The story of Jesus torture and death are described in you spiritual poem as it happened. It shows your faith in Him without been preachy. If anyone reads your write it is most likely they would like to know Him.This is the way to evangelize.Good wording, imagery, theme and presentation.Great picture used to present your poem.
Comment Written 23-Jul-2013
reply by the author on 23-Jul-2013
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Thank you very much, amarherig14. You're absolutely right, I did not want it to come across as 'preachy'. I'll leave the preaching up to my Pastor, and television evangelists. That's what they get paid for. But, I did want people to know and understand the depth of pain and sacrifice that Christ went through for us. There will never again in history be an act of compassion and true love like the one Jesus did for us all.
Thanks again for your wonderful compliments and outstanding review...
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You are welcome, Dean K. I Have read other poems about Jesus but never told like yours. At the end of the poems I read by another authors ,there was a call for repentance.I think this should be left to the reader if the words touch him/her.Many Blessings,Margie (amarherig14)
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I couldn't agree more, Margie. Blessings to you as well, my friend...
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Thanks Dean K.Have a wonderful day,Margie