Joye Atkinson Poet Bio

This Time Last Year

Lord as I reflect upon the last year of my life
Filled with uncertainty anxiety and strife
I can't help but think about your mercy and your grace
Staying right beside me through each treatment that I faced
When I became so distressed and I thought you weren't there
You were before your Father's throne lifting me up in prayer
I just want to thank you Lord for not giving up on me
And I praise you that you have seen fit to make me cancer free
I ask you Lord to use me in any way you will
As I bask in your presence your purpose to fulfill
Thank you Lord once again for bringing me safely through
All the praise and honor I humbly give to you
Amen

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Beata Agustin May 21, 2026 at 11:48 PM Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.

Joye Atkinson September 22, 2016 at 9:54 PM Barbara - Thank you so much for your kind comments. You don't know how much I needed that. I know God saved me so I can continue to write what he gives me to share. My dog is a big part of my recovery. She never left my side when I went through the chemo & radiation and mastectomy. I got her 4 years ago 1 day before my mom died of Alzheimers. She is a blessing and a half. Her name is Daisy. Thanks again. Feel free to share.