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OMNIPOTENT GOD My father was diagnosed with cancer, Had 6 weeks to live, I was devastated, That he would die, please God an answer, He was loved by all, by nobody hated. I stayed up till late, and had a thought, Tomorrow I would go and buy only black Clothes, would not sway from my word. Exhausted, Sat down for a midnight snack, I heard a voice boom, the impossible occurred, Had promised God would wear black for a year, It was God’s voice I could hear loud and clear, ‘If you do that for me my girl, I will heal Your father.’ I began to cry uncontrollably! All the family asleep, I knelt down to pray, Wore only black from the next day, Discussed this happening with a priest, He had been told a similar story at a retreat Dad lived almost two years longer but died, At his funeral his grandson read a psalm, Not a dry eye, everyone present cried.

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Date: 7/31/2020 3:30:00 AM
Hi Jenny, What a touching and moving story.It brought tears to my eyes. God gave you more time with your father, that was a blessing and a miracle.My condolences to you and your family my friend- Alexis
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Date: 6/2/2020 12:23:00 AM
God has done so many things for me that there is no question as to whether He is there or not or if He cares about us. I KNOW He is there and He cares. It hurts Him so much when people question His existence or if He does care after all He has done. This is a lovely tribute to Him Jennifer. God Bless and stay well, JB
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Date: 6/4/2020 1:43:00 AM
Thank-you Judy for a wonderful comment and a really heartfelt one also. He does care for all of us but gave us logic, which should tell us not to got to war, not to steal, not to kill etc., the ten commandements which every religion belives in in their own relious ways. I just felt very blessed when we had my Dad for two almost two years longer. Blessings and hugs Judy, Jennifer.
Date: 5/31/2020 1:27:00 PM
I can relate to your poem. My dad was given 6 months and he ended up having 4 years. Always so sad but thankful for the extra time we all had. blessings phyl
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Date: 6/4/2020 1:38:00 AM
Isn't it just wonderful when that happens - the biggest gift in life we could ever be given. Thank you for your visits my friend, I'm really so glad for you, Blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 5/27/2020 9:46:00 AM
Lovely, sensitive write. Just my feelings on the subject, but I am certain your father yet lives--pain free and youthful in appearance; all of us some day to be joyfully reunited with loved ones passed on. Blessings my friend.
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Date: 6/4/2020 1:32:00 AM
Will we recognize them to be our own loved ones, a priest once gave a swermon in church and said that we are all souls floating up there full of love for everyone. I believe profoundly, butI really don't know. my honours degree was on the Spirituality of the New Testament, my degree hangs up on my wall but I am none the wiser. I just believe and ask no more questions to which there are no answers. Bleesing Joe and be safe. Jennifer - thank you so much for your visit I do appreciate it very much and will be reading yours later today.
Date: 5/27/2020 8:18:00 AM
Such a wonderful poem, dear friend. I enjoyed reading it and hope to read more soon. I am so sorry about your father! Love and prayers sent your way, Gina
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Date: 6/4/2020 1:24:00 AM
Thank-you Regina for a lovely comment - I enjoy poetry and also look forward to your comments. Be safe and keep well dear Regina. We'll "chat" soon jennifer.
Date: 5/26/2020 10:21:00 PM
Hello Jennifer … sometimes there are things that can't be explained but there is much power of the mind that provides hope and strength - well done Jennifer - Lindsay
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Date: 6/3/2020 12:35:00 PM
Hi Lindsay, Maybe, but I dintinctly heard a voice. One afternoon when I was almost due with my first child I had a very vivid dream too long to explain and went to one of my mothers friends who read Greek Coffee cups. Quicky go to a church and light candles for yourself and your unborn child - but don't be scared i'm sure all will be well - this happened 33 years ago - my baby was born and rushed off in an ambulace in those years to a johannesburg Hospital, he died 5 days later, I nevesr saw him. My mother tried to explain what happened to me but she was cryung hoplessly - my father and my ex husband stayed by his side constantly - that is why I believe in messaqges - I have had 4 significand dreams in my life and all came true. Blessings dear friend. Jennifer.
Date: 5/26/2020 5:41:00 PM
An amazing experience Jennifer, you told it Well amazing what God will when we believe.Hope you're keeping safe, I hear SA is quite bad with group calling for a close down for 2days in June, is this true? Blessings always,Gordon
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Jennifer Proxenos
Date: 6/3/2020 11:47:00 AM
Hi godon, I didn't hear about the 2 days lockdown in June, but President Ramaphosa has done us proud. He put us in lock down and a State of Emergency in the first phase no. 5 in mid-Marchand then in Phase 4 we had a curfew and Phase 3 has been open since the 1st June. Glad you enjoed it. Blessings, Jennifer.
Date: 5/26/2020 9:20:00 AM
Lovely...He had two years to say goodbye...All the best...my best friend died in less that 6 months...
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Date: 6/3/2020 2:05:00 AM
Cancer is like the Corona Virus, many are afflicted with this sad disease, many of them die, it is dreaded by humanity. I'm so sorry about you friend Arturo. Hugs and Blessings. Jennifer.
Date: 5/25/2020 8:49:00 PM
Beautiful story. Treasure it always, and you will now in this poem. May your beloved father rest in peace, proud of his loving daughter! :) gw
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Date: 6/3/2020 1:19:00 AM
Thank you Gerhson, very tender comments as always such a delight and informative - he was my idol, I was always 'Daddy's litlel girl - I could do no wrong! Blessings Gerson and hugs, Jennifer.
Date: 5/25/2020 5:28:00 PM
Soul sister truly connect! My mother lost her precious life to a devastating cancer.. six months doctors said she would live! We cried our hearts out seeing her fighting.. she lived that very period and bid life a final farewell.. God is Almighty, His wisdom we can't always comprehend.. there is a rationale beyond our rationale.. You have touched my soul with your sincere rendition! May God bless our precious parents.. warmest wishes. Love and hugs.
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Date: 6/2/2020 2:32:00 AM
Hi my dear soul sister I went to speak to our bishop about why I was so confused because no-one to seemed to believe me.After a lengthy conversation, he responded that it as a 'Near God experience' and that during all his year he spoke to two other poeple who heard God - all I know it was THE most meaningful message I have ever received in my entire life. I'm so sorry about your mother, it is a horrific disease and attacks the old and the young. Maybe our parents are having a conversation and discussing of over a cup of coffee. Love and hugs dear Besma, Jennifer
Date: 5/25/2020 4:57:00 PM
As a cancer survivor who was given s 60/40 chance of survival I know doctors can be wrong... I am glad your father lived for longer and you still have these memories... Expressed do well.
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Date: 5/31/2020 10:02:00 AM
Hi Silent One, yes Doctors can be wrong and sometimes callous and unfeeling, until the tables are perhaps turned and they are sitting at the other side of the desk - I'm happy you are well my friend, Blessings Jennifer.
Date: 5/25/2020 2:30:00 PM
What an amazing experience Jennifer, so glad you had your father for two more precious years, sadly he's gone but not from your heart. Tom
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Date: 5/31/2020 9:56:00 AM
I don't know if people believe me but I can see you do Tom - I heard a voice and the words were very plain and simple. Thank you for a great comment. Blessings, Jennifer.

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