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Benefits

It was in the sorrow That I learned to empathize and care It was in the darkness That my heart spoke the best prayers It was in the silence That my voice sounded tender It was in the fear That I found the courage, the strength It was in the yearning That I learned to be satisfied with what I had It was in the hopelessness That my heart confessed its tears It was in the doubts That I understood the importance of peace It was in the struggles That I found my greatest strengths It was in the failures That I discovered my reason to believe It was in the depression That I learned true humility It was in the anguish That I felt grateful for the joy It was in the discontent That I felt satisfied by the simplest pleasures It was in the letdowns That I heard the whisper of success It was in the heartaches That I experienced hope for what is next It was in the misery That my feelings became considerate It was in the brokenness That I learned the meaning of together It was in the grief That I met with understanding It was in the melancholy That I felt best understood by beauty It was in the wretchedness That I remembered the happy moments It was in the shadows That I learned to reflect sincere love It was in the gloom That I surrendered all my suspicions It was in the misgiving That I began to find my daring It was in the worst That I realized hope was trembling It was in the wickedness That I appreciated His grace It was in the mystery That I found my greatest challenge It was in the evil That I realized there is so much good It was in the panic That I felt free from confidence It was in the timid That I knew the meaning of assurance It was in the yesterday That I learned and grew in love It was in the death That I appreciated life’s hope It was in the question That I became the most humble It was in the loss That I found my way, my dream It was in the dying That I knew the meaning of living It was in the crying That I found the truest soothing It was in the recklessness That I felt the hint of a warning It was in the senseless That I discovered what is wise It was in His darkest moment That I found the hope for tomorrow It was in His gift of love That I felt the new life come to my heart It was in His righteousness That I learned to be humble, to believe It was in His grace toward me That I knew true freedom – salvation Often, it is the very thing we think will bring us down That carries us into the lesson, where we find the meaning, The hope, the joy – the love that lingers inside the heart Who knows that God is always faithful – even when we don’t hear Him, He is always awake and always bringing the spirit A sense of the beauty, a sense of the truth, a sense of the joy That comes to those who know – His grace and His love The whole reason that we can know the peace that is alive, Breathing out miracles with a light that shines so very bright With the light of life – Sonshine discerns the meaning behind Every battle that comes – be it bitter or beautiful Thanks to Him, we can always know that it is beneficial to us
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Kingston Avatar
June 2, 2023 at 6:32 PM
I know that this poem would be sought after by the minister at my Catholic mass. It is beautifu, Moving, Exceptional, Meaningful, Peaceful, and holds so much truth and meaning. Congratulations on on your well deserved win
Stasukevich Avatar
May 25, 2023 at 9:04 PM
Dear Regina, this poem is spectacular! I'm new to Poetry Soup and this is my first Fav. Congrats on POTD, well deserved. I like how you give the glory to God and to me, this poem is the story of life for most people. Sadly, so many are just unaware. You've captured it thoroughly, honestly, softly and beautifully. Utterly amazing! Blessings ~ John
Kitchin Avatar
April 29, 2023 at 3:28 AM
Gina, a powerful poem, a belated congratulations on POTD!
Congratulations on your POTD ....Regina. So inspirational
Nicole Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 8:23 PM
Dear Regina, every word holds truth, depth and meaning. In times of doubt, it is so reassuring knowing that, "God is always faithful". This is beautiful in every way. My heart is smiling. Congratulations my sweet friend, on Poem of the Day. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
Ray Choudhury Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 6:48 PM
Congratulations, Gina, on honour Of POTD. A wonderful spiritual poem, profound and full of wisdom.
Turner Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 6:38 PM
Congratulations Gina on POTD honors. Not sure where Id be personally without the power of prayer. Well deserved:)
Sands Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 12:34 PM
A brilliant poem. Congratulations for POTD. A Fave for me . Enjoy :)
Romios Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 10:29 AM
Big Congratulations.Gina.. In my darkness, came the most brilliant light. I have yet to see it fail. I never overcame any of life’s issues unless I was willing to trust God. Pangie
Slaughter Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 9:55 AM
One of life's greatest lessons, I think, is that most of us are actually stronger than we may give ourselves credit for. A great selection for POTD, Regina.
Toney Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 8:04 AM
Gina, your inspiring words transcend the page as you describe the showering benefits of love and grace like rain. A Fav Poem for me. Congratulations on Poem of the Day.
Pandit Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 7:55 AM
BIG congrats on POTD, Gina. Meaningful poem! Enjoy your special day.
Goldsmith Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 7:48 AM
Back with Congratulations on your POTD win. "Lovely"  Have a great/blessed~~ day/weekend...........
McBride  Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 7:08 AM
Congratulations on POTD, beautiful poem of putting God first in knowing and seeking His guidance in the good and bad times, in the bad times we build faith so In the good times we don't forget : )
M  Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 5:48 AM
Congratulations Gina on POTD….Debx
Gentile Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 5:06 AM
Gina, congratulations on your well deserved POTD honors! Enjoy your day xxoo
Andresen Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 1:39 AM
- A lovely poem, Gina :) - Congratulations on your p.o.t.d. :) - hugs
Lane Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 1:24 AM
I faved this one hoping it would be recognized as poem of the day. Beautifully penned, Gina. Congratulations.
Seeker Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 1:23 AM
Looks like you’ve mastered the art of how to overcome adversity in the fierce winds of earth life duality. Warmest congratulations on POTD, Gina ~ God bless!
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April 28, 2023 at 12:40 AM
Wonderful Regina, the benefits of a faithful life in a truly gracious poetic write. Congratulations on receiving the honour of poem of the day… Belle
Cunningham Avatar
April 28, 2023 at 12:35 AM
Brilliant writing Gina, full of wisdom, congratulations to you on the honour of POTD. Tom
Goldsmith Avatar
April 26, 2023 at 9:19 AM
A lovely write/story/ending/picture. Love It. Have a great/blessed day............
Lane Avatar
April 26, 2023 at 6:07 AM
Hi Gina, Every verse is spectacular and filled with turning negatives into positives. "It was in the crying, That I found the truest soothing." It's in asking for forgiveness, that He offers it to sinners. I will fave this one to be read many times.
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