Just Ask
He will answer 5-7-568 total reviews
Comment from teols2016
A perfect sylible count that carries an important message. What more do you need? Nothing at all. Well done and best of luck.
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2017
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A perfect sylible count that carries an important message. What more do you need? Nothing at all. Well done and best of luck.
Comment Written 20-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2017
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Hi teol, with God walking with me...I have it all...on my worst day...thank you again for a great review...so glad you like it...love Linda xxoo
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
Aw, that is a lovely picture and your words are perfect for it, Linda. It was once said that even those who say they are not believers in God, call His name when times are rough, they are in pain, or something serious goes wrong. Strange, isn't it? We all call on Him for some reason or another and He does answer. Superb, dear friend. A real pleasure to read. :) Love you lots! Big hugs. Sandra xxx
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2017
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Aw, that is a lovely picture and your words are perfect for it, Linda. It was once said that even those who say they are not believers in God, call His name when times are rough, they are in pain, or something serious goes wrong. Strange, isn't it? We all call on Him for some reason or another and He does answer. Superb, dear friend. A real pleasure to read. :) Love you lots! Big hugs. Sandra xxx
Comment Written 20-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2017
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HI Sandra, I truly know He answers me...but some times we have a lack of communication...and He doesn't...LOL...but I know it's for my best...and face it...there's still time...He may come through yet...I know he loves me...I have another picture I wanted to use...but I am going to put a longer poem for it...thank you sweet angel for a wonderful review...smiling big you...love to you all...Linda xxoo hi to Ian...xxoo
Comment from Dorothy Farrell
Hi Linda, this is a lovely message wrapped in your words which are beautifully written. The picture is also lovely set within a good display - like a picture on the wall. Well done - warm regards. Enjoyed reading your work - Dorothy x
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2017
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Hi Linda, this is a lovely message wrapped in your words which are beautifully written. The picture is also lovely set within a good display - like a picture on the wall. Well done - warm regards. Enjoyed reading your work - Dorothy x
Comment Written 20-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2017
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HI Dorothy, thank you so much for a great review...I am soooo glad you like it...I love the picture...I know He answers me...and when He doesn't ...it's for mine own good...love Linda xxoo
Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written 5-7-5 poem. We have to believe God is always beside us in every situation bad or good. We can trust in Him to guide us wherever we need to go.
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2017
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A very well-written 5-7-5 poem. We have to believe God is always beside us in every situation bad or good. We can trust in Him to guide us wherever we need to go.
Comment Written 20-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 23-Oct-2017
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HI Sandra, I know when I ask something of him...He answers me...and if He doesn't...it is for my own good...but there is always still time...LOL...thank you for a great review sweet girl...love Linda xxoo
Comment from smileycloud
His footsteps certainly do lead us on a much safer path
asking and receiving is very much in the Bible Matt; 7;7
it is a very good poem indeed
such a special strong and powerful message in 3 lines such a small space
so well done
I LOVE your last line saying that He will answer
not receive just what we want
He will give us the right answer
very well done
blessings
have a smiley day
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"What did Jesus mean when He said, 'Ask and you shall receive'?"
Answer: Jesus said, "Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete" in John 16:24. Similar statements are found in Matthew 7:7; 21:22; Mark 11:24; Luke 11:9; and John 15:7. Is this a blanket promise with no conditions? If we ask for three hundred pounds of chocolate delivered to our door, is God obligated to give it to us? Or are Jesus' words to be understood in light of other revelation?
If we assume that "ask and you will receive" means "ask for anything you want and I'll give it to you," then we have turned the Lord into a cosmic genie who serves our every whim. This is the problem of prosperity gospel and word of faith teachings.
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus says that whoever asks receives, whoever seeks finds, and whoever knocks will find an open door (Matthew 7:7-8). But with this and all other verses we must examine the context. Jesus goes on to say that God will not fail to give His children good things (verse 11). So, this is one condition to the promise of "ask and receive": what we ask for must be good in God's estimation. God will give advantageous gifts to His children; He will not give us bad or injurious things, no matter how much we clamor for them. The best example of a good gift is the Holy Spirit, according to Luke 11:13. We begin to see a two-fold purpose of prayer--to increase our understanding of what God calls "good" and to cultivate a desire in us for what is good.
Our prayers to God are not unlike our requests of men. Our prayers are based in a relationship, as Jesus points out in Matthew 7:8. If a child asks his father for something the father knows to be hurtful, the request is denied. The child may be frustrated and unhappy when he doesn't get what he asked for, but he should trust his father. Conversely, when the child asks for something that the father knows is beneficial, the father will provide it eagerly because he loves his child.
We have another condition to the promise of "ask and receive" in John 14:14, "You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it." Here, Jesus does not promise His disciples anything and everything they want; rather, He instructs them to ask "in my name." To pray in Jesus' name is to pray on the basis of Jesus' authority, but it also involves praying according to the will of God, for the will of God is what Jesus always did (John 6:38). This truth is stated explicitly in 1 John 5:14, "If we ask anything according to his will, he hears us." Our requests must be congruent with the will of God.
The promise of "ask and receive," even with its conditions, can never disappoint. There is no chance of things we need not being in God's will. He promises to supply what we need when we "seek first his kingdom and his righteousness" (Matthew 6:33). Of course, what we want is not always what we need. If what we want is not in God's will, then we really don't want to receive it. God knows what is good for us and is faithful and loving to say "no" to selfish and foolish prayers, no matter how much we want what we're asking for.
God will always give us good things. Our job is to understand what is good, so that we know what to ask for. The natural mind cannot understand this. But, when we offer ourselves as "a living sacrifice" and are transformed by the renewing of our minds, then we "will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will" (Romans 12:1-2). Then, asking for what we need in faith, we will have all we need for life and godliness and fullness of joy (John 16:24).
The biblical instruction concerning prayer is that we pray for the good things that we truly need, according to the will of God, in the authority of Jesus Christ, persistently (see Luke 18:1), unselfishly (see James 4:3), and in faith (see James 1:6). In Matthew 21:22 Jesus again emphasizes faith: "If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." Those who truly believe God will witness the amazing, infinite power of God. However, comparing Scripture with Scripture, we know that the asking must be done within the will of God. Part of having faith is acceding to God's plan as best. If we ask for healing, and that is the best thing for us, we should not doubt that God will heal us. If He does not heal, then not being healed is a necessary part of a larger plan--one that is ultimately for our good.
Consider Psalm 37:4: "Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart." This verse does not give us a way to manipulate God; nor does it mean that, if we obey, He will reward us with whatever treat we crave. Rather, it means that, when we delight ourselves in God, then we will find everything we want and need in Him. The key here is that the heart of the seeker is changed--when we delight in the Lord, God's desires begin to become our own. When our desires match God's, then our prayers are automatically aligned with His will.
Among the most important prayers in the life of a Christian are "Teach me to love you above all else" and "Cause me to want what you want." When we truly desire God, when we are passionate to see His will accomplished in this world, and when we ask for what brings Him glory, He is eager to give us anything we ask for. Sometimes the things that glorify God are pleasant--a marriage or a child. Sometimes they are difficult for us--a failure that humbles us or a physical weakness that makes us more dependent upon God (see 2 Corinthians 12:7). But, when we pray within His will, in the authority of Jesus, persistently, unselfishly, and in faith, we will receive what we need.
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2017
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His footsteps certainly do lead us on a much safer path
asking and receiving is very much in the Bible Matt; 7;7
it is a very good poem indeed
such a special strong and powerful message in 3 lines such a small space
so well done
I LOVE your last line saying that He will answer
not receive just what we want
He will give us the right answer
very well done
blessings
have a smiley day
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"What did Jesus mean when He said, 'Ask and you shall receive'?"
Answer: Jesus said, "Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete" in John 16:24. Similar statements are found in Matthew 7:7; 21:22; Mark 11:24; Luke 11:9; and John 15:7. Is this a blanket promise with no conditions? If we ask for three hundred pounds of chocolate delivered to our door, is God obligated to give it to us? Or are Jesus' words to be understood in light of other revelation?
If we assume that "ask and you will receive" means "ask for anything you want and I'll give it to you," then we have turned the Lord into a cosmic genie who serves our every whim. This is the problem of prosperity gospel and word of faith teachings.
In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus says that whoever asks receives, whoever seeks finds, and whoever knocks will find an open door (Matthew 7:7-8). But with this and all other verses we must examine the context. Jesus goes on to say that God will not fail to give His children good things (verse 11). So, this is one condition to the promise of "ask and receive": what we ask for must be good in God's estimation. God will give advantageous gifts to His children; He will not give us bad or injurious things, no matter how much we clamor for them. The best example of a good gift is the Holy Spirit, according to Luke 11:13. We begin to see a two-fold purpose of prayer--to increase our understanding of what God calls "good" and to cultivate a desire in us for what is good.
Our prayers to God are not unlike our requests of men. Our prayers are based in a relationship, as Jesus points out in Matthew 7:8. If a child asks his father for something the father knows to be hurtful, the request is denied. The child may be frustrated and unhappy when he doesn't get what he asked for, but he should trust his father. Conversely, when the child asks for something that the father knows is beneficial, the father will provide it eagerly because he loves his child.
We have another condition to the promise of "ask and receive" in John 14:14, "You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it." Here, Jesus does not promise His disciples anything and everything they want; rather, He instructs them to ask "in my name." To pray in Jesus' name is to pray on the basis of Jesus' authority, but it also involves praying according to the will of God, for the will of God is what Jesus always did (John 6:38). This truth is stated explicitly in 1 John 5:14, "If we ask anything according to his will, he hears us." Our requests must be congruent with the will of God.
The promise of "ask and receive," even with its conditions, can never disappoint. There is no chance of things we need not being in God's will. He promises to supply what we need when we "seek first his kingdom and his righteousness" (Matthew 6:33). Of course, what we want is not always what we need. If what we want is not in God's will, then we really don't want to receive it. God knows what is good for us and is faithful and loving to say "no" to selfish and foolish prayers, no matter how much we want what we're asking for.
God will always give us good things. Our job is to understand what is good, so that we know what to ask for. The natural mind cannot understand this. But, when we offer ourselves as "a living sacrifice" and are transformed by the renewing of our minds, then we "will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing and perfect will" (Romans 12:1-2). Then, asking for what we need in faith, we will have all we need for life and godliness and fullness of joy (John 16:24).
The biblical instruction concerning prayer is that we pray for the good things that we truly need, according to the will of God, in the authority of Jesus Christ, persistently (see Luke 18:1), unselfishly (see James 4:3), and in faith (see James 1:6). In Matthew 21:22 Jesus again emphasizes faith: "If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer." Those who truly believe God will witness the amazing, infinite power of God. However, comparing Scripture with Scripture, we know that the asking must be done within the will of God. Part of having faith is acceding to God's plan as best. If we ask for healing, and that is the best thing for us, we should not doubt that God will heal us. If He does not heal, then not being healed is a necessary part of a larger plan--one that is ultimately for our good.
Consider Psalm 37:4: "Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart." This verse does not give us a way to manipulate God; nor does it mean that, if we obey, He will reward us with whatever treat we crave. Rather, it means that, when we delight ourselves in God, then we will find everything we want and need in Him. The key here is that the heart of the seeker is changed--when we delight in the Lord, God's desires begin to become our own. When our desires match God's, then our prayers are automatically aligned with His will.
Among the most important prayers in the life of a Christian are "Teach me to love you above all else" and "Cause me to want what you want." When we truly desire God, when we are passionate to see His will accomplished in this world, and when we ask for what brings Him glory, He is eager to give us anything we ask for. Sometimes the things that glorify God are pleasant--a marriage or a child. Sometimes they are difficult for us--a failure that humbles us or a physical weakness that makes us more dependent upon God (see 2 Corinthians 12:7). But, when we pray within His will, in the authority of Jesus, persistently, unselfishly, and in faith, we will receive what we need.
Comment Written 20-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2017
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HI Smileycloud, WOW!!!!...thank you for one of the most amazing reviews I have ever had...I know God hears my prayers...and I know He grants the ones that He know are right for me...and when He doesn't...it's only for a good reason...thank you for an amazing review...and thank you for all your wonderful stars...Love Linda xxoo God Bless...love Linda xxoo
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blessings
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smiling back at ya...xxoo love
Comment from marybell1
I enjoyed reading your 5-7-5 poem "Just Ask". You followed all the rules for this genre and you chose a beautiful picture that suits your poem
All the best in the contest.
Marybell1.
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2017
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I enjoyed reading your 5-7-5 poem "Just Ask". You followed all the rules for this genre and you chose a beautiful picture that suits your poem
All the best in the contest.
Marybell1.
Comment Written 20-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2017
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thank you for a great review Marybell...I love the picture as well...I am so glad you like it...love Linda xxoo
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do you understand...my other poem was NOT in a contest...so NO rules were ever broken...my sylable cout that i WROTE was wrong...and i corrected that...but that did NOT deserve a three star count...You made the mistake...and should have corrected it...IT WAS NOT IN A CONTEST...NO RULES WERE BROKEN
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You are most welcome.
Marybell1
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No I do not understand. You reply has just appeared under "Just Ask" for which I have given you 5 stars.
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No I do not understand which poem you are referring to. (my other poem). I read the info at the top and if it said 9-9-9, I would review it as a 9-9-9. A poem is entered to be reviewed whether in a contest or not. Therefore I owe no apology to anyone.
Marybell1.
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don't wish to have an apology...never did...just a fair review...
Comment from rama devi
Simple and devout. This is well voiced and lucid. It is true to form and well presented. Lovely artwork! However, the flow is very choppy, which does not suit the theme well at all. i suggest making the first two lines one sentence, as that would improve flow. Also, using proper punctuation would sculpt the cadence nicely.
Example edit with above suggestions:
believe God is here,
knowing He walks by your side--
ask...He will answer
Blessings,
rd
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reply by the author on 20-Oct-2017
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Simple and devout. This is well voiced and lucid. It is true to form and well presented. Lovely artwork! However, the flow is very choppy, which does not suit the theme well at all. i suggest making the first two lines one sentence, as that would improve flow. Also, using proper punctuation would sculpt the cadence nicely.
Example edit with above suggestions:
believe God is here,
knowing He walks by your side--
ask...He will answer
Blessings,
rd
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Comment Written 20-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2017
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Hi sweet girl, thank you do much for your help...I'll go look at...thank you for a great review...and Blessing to you...God Bless...and goodnight...sweet dreams Rama...love ya Linda xxoo
Comment from dejohnsrld (Debbie)
This is a lovely spiritual poem, my friend. I recently had a very powerful experience with this, and the answer came. Excellent work~Debbie
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reply by the author on 20-Oct-2017
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This is a lovely spiritual poem, my friend. I recently had a very powerful experience with this, and the answer came. Excellent work~Debbie
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Comment Written 20-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2017
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HI Debbie, I know He answers us...He has for me many times...there are times He didn't...but I know it was for my own good...thank you once again Debbie for a great review sweet girl...love ya Linda xxoo
