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Confessional Poetry Poetry Contest

Sponsored by: Tom Woody

Last Confession

POTD
Placed 8 out of 11 placements with 35 entries.

Final days of truth approach
I'm haunted by the tragedy of living,
remembering what an ignorant fool
I was indulging only in passive pleasures
of a world that is full of lies.
 
I bow my head and on my humble knees
I cross a rainbow bridge,
Search for a sweet blessing of love
and find a sweet serenity.

I hear a strange whisper,
A mumbling prayer of love.
It's strange that such an invocation
should ease my penitent pain.

For if old flowers their petals shed,
then there is hope for me
since I'll shed all my transgressions,
acquire new virtuous leaves
and pray to the Almighty
that He'll forgive my sins.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Dietrich Avatar
March 10, 2026 at 10:13 AM
This poem is now #6 on best new 100 poems list. How nice!
Kendrick Avatar
February 18, 2026 at 4:33 PM
Belated congratulations on your work being POTD. Way to go. If you repent, God will forgive you through the shed blood of Jesus Christ. Thanks once again for sharing this one with us. Sara K
Mcintosh Avatar
February 15, 2026 at 8:34 AM
Belated congratulations and may the Lord bless you
Buhagiar Avatar
February 15, 2026 at 9:44 AM
Thank you very much.
Dietrich Avatar
February 7, 2026 at 12:13 PM
Belated congrats on this one, Victor.
Buhagiar Avatar
February 7, 2026 at 11:41 PM
Thank you.
Poet Avatar
February 4, 2026 at 5:39 AM
Victor, we all carry grievances and stumble along the way, yet I believe we are met with forgiveness. Belated congratulations on being honored with the poem of the day!
Proxenos Avatar
February 1, 2026 at 11:42 AM
You are a goof man Victor, I know you though your poetry and comments sand feel that God would always forgive s soul like yours anytime. Hugs Jenny
Pigeon Tart Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 9:32 PM
Lovely piece dear Victor, it settles on the soul. Warm hugs xomo
Buhagiar Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 10:21 PM
I'm not sure about the pigeon tart, but it's the best place for those pesky pigeons. Hugs sweet Maureen.
Nicole Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 6:34 PM
When a faithful follower prays for forgiveness, He hears them and forgives. Such a comforting thought, indeed. Congratulations Victor, on Poem of the Day. My best to you. Hugs, Brandy
Buhagiar Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 10:23 PM
Thank you, Brandy. You're too sweet.
Hind Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Wow. POTD?? Great!! I pray so, my friend.
Buehler Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 3:06 PM
I am back with congratulations on POTD, my friend. What a wonderful poem! :)
Alhemaidy Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 2:42 PM
Hello Victor :-) Congratulations on your nice POTD! Have a nice day!
Goldsmith Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 12:58 PM
Congratulations on your POTD win. I enjoyed reading your "Last Confession" write. Have a blessed day with your wonderful win...............
Bartley Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 10:54 AM
Amen. Not sure any of us here at PoetrySoup are qualified to hear your last confession but the poem really does hit the spot. As I grow older, I appreciate poems such as this to ease the reality. Thanks for sharing.
Roper Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 9:58 AM
I think we all are ignorant fool at one time or another. We come to an appoint that we pray for forgiveness for indulging in passive pleasures. Love the verse, has feelings and imagery. Hugs Eve
Roper Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 12:39 PM
back with congratulations my friend.
Kendrick Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 8:33 AM
This one reads like a good contender to me for Tom's contest. Way to go. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. Sara K
DiMino Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 7:26 AM
Wonderfully inspirational, Victor! God love's us. Great poem!
Gentile Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 5:10 AM
Congratulations Victor on your POTD honors for your powerful poem! Enjoy your day!
Etgen-Baker Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 5:03 AM
a sound contest entry. I appreciate the sincerity and emotional impact of your words. Congrats on your POTD designation. Blessings, Sara
Kitchin Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 4:16 AM
Victor, a great emotive poem. Congratulations on POTD.
Seeker Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 4:15 AM
Lovely spiritual poem from your masterful pen, Victor. Warmest congratulations on POTD
Edmonds  Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 2:16 AM
Dear Victor, we all have regrets and make mistakes, I’m sure we are forgiven. Congratulations on having received the honour of poem of the day… Beryl
Jones Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 1:42 AM
Congratulations on your wonderful poem’s potd win!
Cunningham Avatar
January 29, 2026 at 12:41 AM
Back with congratulations to you Victor on today's POTD honour. Tom
Buehler Avatar
January 28, 2026 at 8:47 PM
Victor, I love this earnest poem and its beautiful imagery, such as crossing the rainbow bridge. This is a fave. Good luck in the contest. :)
Sheehan Avatar
January 28, 2026 at 2:17 PM
Fantastic write. It rings of truth. Nice rhythm and flow. Good luck in contest.
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