Comment from harmony13

Excellent

The author's words are beautiful, meaningful, clear and creative. I pondered on that God is aways in Control. I find these words speak
volumes with a loving reassurance that God is in Control. The artwork
is perfect and compliments this poem. Hope you are doing well....Maria

 Comment Written 08-Aug-2021

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reply by the author on 10-Aug-2021

Maria,

Thanks so much for your review and very kind comments; they are greatly appreciated.

Have a great week.

Blessings...Portia

Comment from Kit Nongkhlaw

Exceptional

Exceptional!! Portia, you are so talented and fill with the Holy Spirit. When you combine your innate talents with the power of God, it shows in the works that you do. This poem will forever remain in my memory that God is in control, whatever the situation, Thanks for sharing, Kit.

 Comment Written 08-Aug-2021

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reply by the author on 10-Aug-2021

Kit,

I am sorry for the delay in my response.

Thank you for a great review, six-star rating, and very kind comments. Your kindness and support are greatly appreciated.

Have a wonderful and blessed week. I am blessed to have you as a friend.

Blessings...Portia

Comment from Cindy Decker 2

Excellent

Portia:
This poem is so beautiful and apt for all of us searching our souls for answers. That includes just about everyone today.
Though your poem is beautiful throughout, my favorite stanza is: 'divine...directs me to the living vine.'
Good luck with this one too, Portia.
God bless you.
Hugs,
Cindy

 Comment Written 08-Aug-2021

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reply by the author on 09-Aug-2021

Cindy,

Thanks so much for your review and kind comments; your support and kindness are appreciated.

Have a great week.

Hugs...Portia

reply by Cindy Decker 2 on 10-Aug-2021

Portia,
I hope you are well. Again, thank you for being a friend.
Blessings to you and your family.
Hugs,
Cindy

Comment from Teri7

Exceptional

Portia, This is so beautifully written. It is like a testimony in a poem. You used very good descriptive words and it makes a person think. I hope it touches many hearts today as they read it. May God bless you for sharing our Lord and what He can do with us. love and blessings, teri

 Comment Written 08-Aug-2021

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reply by the author on 09-Aug-2021

Teri,

Thanks so much for this great review, six-star rating, and very kind comments. Your support and kindness are always appreciated.

Have a great week.

Hugs...Portia

Comment from Sanku

Excellent

It is a very touching piece of faith poetry .Your eternal gratitude because He saved you from Satan is very touching. the lines rhyme and flows well.

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 Comment Written 08-Aug-2021

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reply by the author on 09-Aug-2021

Sanku,


Thanks so much for your review and very kind comments; they are greatly appreciated.

Have a great week, and stay safe.

Blessings...Portia

Comment from Wendy G

Excellent

Beautiful! I like the way you have not quite repeated the last line of each stanza - the slight differences make one pause and think. One suggestion is to say "Your steadfast love and hope" rather than "love of hope" (Stanza 3). I think it would read better and be more apt. I also think the first line should be "Despair sprang forth, entered my heart" (simple past tense) rather than "sprung forth " (past participle should not be used without auxiliary "has", and maybe keep to past tense with "entered my heart" in line 1. Just suggestions. Hope you don't mind. It's a lovely poem, wise and true.
Wendy

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 Comment Written 08-Aug-2021

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reply by the author on 09-Aug-2021

Wendy,

Thanks so much for a kind and thorough review. I totally appreciate your suggestions and for bringing the errors to my attention. Your kindness is appreciated.

Hugs...Portia