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God always leaves on a light,
In our darkest hour He guides us through our plights.
Our eternal hope His never ending grace,
To someday be able to gaze upon His face.

How many times have I heard His name taken in vain?
I too have uttered those words and the foul taste still remains.
How many times has He been held in contempt for things He didn’t do?
Like the loss of a child or a loved one that has left a void so deep in you.

Do we give Him the thanks when all is well and all is good?
Some do but all should.
Do we share His love the way He wants?
Or are we ashamed some will ridicule and others will taunt?

Have you ever received a blessing and not realized from where it came?
Maybe a check from out of the blue, just what you needed and it had your name.
Could it be the Lord showed you a little of His love?
So why not give thanks to our Father up above?

When my final bell tolls and they lay me down to rest,
I hope the Lord hears my final and last request.
That there be room in Heaven for this old coot and I’ve earned my berth,
And I hope I’ve reached a few souls before parting this old earth.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009



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Date: 7/5/2009 6:23:00 AM
Well thought out and I know Ron your writing have reached and touched many souls. I enjoy reading your work and the encouraging comments you leave. I thank God for all the beautiful friends I have met on this site. You know we need a photo Gallary here so we can put faces to the the poet. That will make a good title...Faces to the Poet..
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Date: 6/10/2009 4:17:00 PM
I'm sure the Lord will welcome you with open arms. Blessings to you for sharing this inspirational poem with us. Nice use of rhyme. Thank you for your kind words on my poem. Keep on writing!! Karen
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Date: 6/10/2009 1:15:00 PM
Well, judging from this and Your many other dedicated and blessed writes Ronald Bingham, I have no doubt whatsoever, that "Your" place has already longed been prepared; not only for "You," but also for those whom "You Truly Love!!?":):)~"Excellent Write As Always, My Blessed Friend"~"Love Always To You & Yours, John!!":) Bye Brother ~
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Date: 6/10/2009 11:41:00 AM
Such a beautiful and uplifting poem, that once again you have penned so well. Enjoyed reading this one. Love Heidie
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Date: 6/10/2009 10:49:00 AM
a powerful poem Ron, so uplifting, there will be a room for you my dear friend, John 14: 1 - 4, thanks for your kind comments on my poetry God bles you from diane.
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Date: 6/10/2009 6:00:00 AM
Ron,it has been awhile since I have read any of your writing. Hopefully I can again be able to read more of it. I so enjoyed reading this poem this morning. I feel the same way my friend. Love, Carol
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