Comment from LIJ Red

Excellent

And the light grew, and behold it was a devious woman trying to set fire to a raving lout. I said to myself, retire unto the darkness until this folly subsides. Roy, your faith poem is just fine. I've been watching the USA
election news...

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reply by the author on 31-Jul-2016

Thanks so much Red, for these very kind words and most uplifting review, depressing news? blessings Roy

Comment from Fridayauthor

Exceptional

This is a very powerful poem, written with much feeling. A most excellent job and a joy to read.

I found myself changing one word when reading it. Just personal.

Yes, once I walked in shadow's shame;
Yes, once I walked in shadowed shame;

Great posting!

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reply by the author on 31-Jul-2016

Thanks so much for these very envouraging words and most gracious, uplifting, review, and a great suggestion, and of course, the stars, blessings Roy

Comment from patcelaw

Excellent

Roy, this is an excellent poem about being an overcomer. We all can be overcomers when we let the Lord be our guide in life. Patricia

 Comment Written 30-Jul-2016

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks Patricia, so much for these empathetic words and great review, blessings, Roy.

Comment from Bollie

Excellent

The fact that Jesus delivers us from darkness is articulated beautifully here. The rhyming and the flow of this poem is perfect. I think it's wonderful that you're using your gift for writing poetry to honor and glorify God. Keep up the good work and best of luck in the contest.

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks, so much for these empathetic words and great review, blessings, Roy.

reply by Bollie on 30-Jul-2016

You're very welcome, Roy. Have a wonderful day.

reply by Anonymous Member on 30-Jul-2016

You're very welcome, Roy. Have a wonderful day.

reply by Anonymous Member on 30-Jul-2016

You're very welcome, Roy. Have a wonderful day.

Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell

Excellent

I think then when we start to feel the darkness come upon us, which does to many of us from time to time, we should just sign in to Fanstory and read your spiritually uplifting poetry, Roy. You always find the words that put a warmth into our hearts. Adding the text from the scriptures, is a bonus. Bless you my friend. xxx Sandra

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thank you Sandra, that is the best encouragement, and so good to hear, some non believer said of an God He's abstract, Ao sort of back door mocking, thanks again dear, faithful friend. Bless you Roy

reply by Sandra Stoner-Mitchell on 30-Jul-2016

What a sad life he must lead, Roy. Let's hope he learns one day what it is like to have God in his life. xxx

reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Yes indeed Sandrs, thank you

Comment from Dean Kuch

Excellent

You see? Just as He says in Isaiah 9:2, there is still hope for those living and surrounded in darkness.
But you displayed it much more poetically in your lovely poem than I just did in this review, Roy.
I liked the progression of this the most; how it goes from one sinner facing possible eternal damnation, to becoming a righteous man, knowing and embracing faith and the agape love of God.
Wonderfully written, as usual, Roy.
~Dean

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks for these great comments, and a most supportive and eloquent,review, I'll have to take you up on that offer of help in knowing how your presentation works. Dean. Thanks for the amazing plug yesterday, Dean, I'm most grateful, blessings Roy

reply by Dean Kuch on 30-Jul-2016

Anytime, Roy.
It was my pleasure.
God bless, my friend.
~Dean

reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks again Dean,

Comment from Mystic Angel 7777

Exceptional

This is such a deeply moving entry for the contest. The rhyme and meter are impeccable as always. The message is so inspiring since it shows us all that no matter what we have been or done in the past each new dawn brings a chance for God's love to cleanse and strengthen us. Simply beautiful and I wish you all the best in the voting as this is worthy of a win - it is already awarded a ribbon in God's eyes. Hugs and blessings always!

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thank you Monica, a most uplifting and lovely thing to say. I thought that yours was first class, and deeply moving, I guess both of us can only give thanks to the one who fills us with compassion and a reason to hope and arise joyfully each morning, thank you for the lovely sis stars, bless you on His day, tomorrow, Roy

Comment from Dawn Munro

Excellent

Roy, I loved this, as yet again, it is a verse that can inspire anyone in the position you describe as an earlier life to take up the Cross.

One small thing, and it's just my opinion, not necessarily right - S3, L1 = I would say, "myself" instead of 'one-self'.

Wonderful rhyme and meter, as always.

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks Dawn, , so much for these empathetic words and great review, you're right about the spag, blessings, Roy.

reply by Dawn Munro on 30-Jul-2016

My pleasure, Roy. :)

Comment from Phyllis Stewart

Excellent

Very good poem of faith that fits the topic well. Well done, but I see one thing that needs changing.

I can't keep running from one's-self

Should be

I can't keep running from myself

Or

One can't keep running from oneself

ONESELF is all one word.

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks for for the grammar tip and review Phyllis, blessings, Roy

Comment from Nika2016

Excellent

Excellent ....story in a poem about a life reclaimed through spirit...a light from God. I have family members recovering from this same malady. It hits some harder than others.
Good poem, as usual...

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reply by the author on 30-Jul-2016

Thanks so much from these meaningful words and great review, blessings, Roy.