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Defining My Name

"With songs of sweetest praise", I'm singing of God's grace, that's what I'm 'called' to do; He's been gracious enough in this life that's been tough, and giv'n me strength anew. In the Bible, she's known for her services own to Jesus Christ, her Lord; And after He was slain, of His rising again, she gladly spread the word. Thus, she had ministered, talked of Jesus, who stirred her heart with Divine Love; Now, I'm testifying of His mystifying gracious mercy thereof. The meaning of my name, and John's exactly same, (mentioned in the fourth line); Thus far, it has applied and it will till I die, My name my life defines. Rhyme scheme: aabccb 6 syllables per line 01/17/17

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Date: 1/19/2017 5:19:00 PM
Congratulations Jo!!! Well done!!! :) Big Hugggs!!! Cap'n
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Date: 1/19/2017 1:59:00 PM
I take it your name is Mary Jo? Please excuse me if in err. I was trying to follow the scripture. It is a lovely inspirational poem and I love it when people refer to the Scriptures. Congrats to you.
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Joanna Daniel
Date: 1/20/2017 5:46:00 AM
No, Janis, it's Joanna:)
Date: 1/19/2017 1:51:00 PM
love this Jo! You are so beautiful, and so is your name :) This is so soothing and elegant and shows the love you have for the Lord! congrats :)-luloo
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Joanna Daniel
Date: 1/20/2017 5:47:00 AM
Thank you, Laura:)
Date: 1/18/2017 10:05:00 PM
One of the few best, I have read so far, entered for this contest. A 7
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