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Review by Moomintroll Author IconMail Icon
Rated: E | (4.0)
Your words are very moving and honest. I like the way you begin each line with "They say." You touch on a very deep subject with your poem - prayers.

I think that most people feel that God isn't listening and that he has given up on the world. I personally don't believe that and I have found that God does answer prayers, if they are for the right reasons.

I have learned from the Bible that, although God will help us through our personal trials, he does not intervene in the activities of the nations. The Bible says that God has allowed a period of time to pass to allow humans to rule the world, to show that we really need him. And the terrible state of the earth is proof that we need God.

But Jesus taught us to pray "Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in Heaven." That kingdom is the answer to all suffering and injustice.

I enjoyed reading your poem and I understand your frustration and sadness but, there is hope, it is a promise from God.

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of March 1st, 2056  Open in new Window.
Review by Moomintroll Author IconMail Icon
Rated: 13+ | (4.5)
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Review of Our World  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.0)
Your words are sincere and insightful. You describe our sad world very clearly. It is only when people recognise and acknowledge what is wrong with the world that we can try to set things right.

I admire your zeal and optimism and your faith in God. I too have faith that there is a bright future but, my faith is not in governments or people but in God's Kingdom, as promised by Jesus - "Thy Kingdom come, thy will be done on earth." Unfortunately, the Bible says that most people will not,listen and that we will be at the point of "Ruining the earth" when God's Kingdom takes over.

Welcome to the site. I hope you enjoy writing here.

Moomin
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Review by Moomintroll Author IconMail Icon
Rated: E | (4.5)
Welcome to the website. I hope you enjoy writing and reading here as much as I do.

I enjoyed your personal experience about your spiritual growth, it sounds like you have seen and heard some exciting things. I particularly like your humility, not presuming on God's kindness or taking his blessings for granted. Some people I have met allow their egos to get in the way of their worship, they will only follow God if they can have a prominent place or a power.

I was curious about one thing you said. The man who encouraged you to speak in tongues quoted Acts 2.4 to show that everyone who received the spirit would speak in tongues and that the language they used would only be understandable by God. However, that is not my understanding of God's word. I have read and studied the Bible for over 20 years and I am very familiar with the scripture you quote. Although you are right about the spirit giving those disciples in the upper room the power to speak in tongues, that power was not an unintelligible language, but was the ability to communicate with others to teach them the good news of God's Kingdom, just as Jesus had commanded them. Jesus promised them (and us today) in Acts 1 "You will receive power when the holy spirit comes upon you, and you will be witnesses of me in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the most distant part of the earth." And that is exactly what happened at Pentecost, the disciples went out of the room, filled with holy spirit, and "A crowd gathered and was bewildered, because each one heard them speaking in his own language. Indeed, they were utterly amazed and said: “See here, all these who are speaking are Galileans, are they not? 8 How is it, then, that each one of us is hearing his own native language? both Jews and proselytes;  Cretans; and Arabians — we hear them speaking in our languages about the magnificent things of God."

God's power is manifested in various ways, "Some to be shepherds, some to be evangelizers, some to be teachers." At 1 Corinthians 14.4 Paul wrote "Now I would like for all of you to speak in tongues, but I prefer that you prophesy. Indeed, the one who prophesies is greater than the one who speaks in tongues, unless he interprets, so that the congregation may be built up.  But at this time, brothers, if I should come speaking to you in tongues, what good would I do you unless I spoke to you either with a revelation or with knowledge or with a prophecy or with a teaching?"

Speaking in tongues has served God's great purpose but, Paul said that "If there are tongues, they will cease." But Paul added that the identifying mark of true Christians was, not tongues or powers but "Love." I have experienced that great love because I belong to a worldwide Christian brotherhood where I and my brothers and sisters spend a lot of time voluntarily preaching the good news of God's Kingdom. I hope that one day, you will join us because you have an obvious zeal for God and Jesus.

I hope you don't mind me sharing my faith with you.

May God bless you for seeking to do his will.

Moomin
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Review by Moomintroll Author IconMail Icon
Rated: E | (5.0)
Excellent work! You make a powerful case for the unborn.

I love your reasoning on the biological composition of "life." Have you ever considered becomeing a lawyer? (That's not an insult, by the way!).

If you needed more evidence that God himself declares abortion (and racism) as unnatural and immmoral, you might want to read Exodus 21 which holds men accoutable if they injure an unborn child.

Great writing, keep up the good work.

Moomin
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Review of Why  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.5)
I found this very interesting. You ask some strong questions, and society is not answering them still.

I love the line about trusting God, very profound and true. You are brave to question your nation's ways.

Mankind will probably never find the answers to your questions, even if they ask. However, I suspect that you will find the answers, if you keep asking.

Good work.

I wish you peace.

Moomin

"Keep on asking and it will be given" (Matthew 7.7)
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Review of Time  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.5)
This is very deep and moving. I can sense the desperation of the journey and the constant self-doubt. I can identify with your description of the monsters, they devour us from the inside, like parasites.

It is a brave piece of writing, and I hope it helps others to see that there can be good endings. I am glad that you found yours.

Well written.

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of Our Welcome Mat  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.5)
This is lovely, a warm and open invitation that is in sharp contrats to the suspicious, selfish spirit of this world.

I am pleased that you use the name of God in your writing, showing that you honour Him. Most people avoid or even hate that name. Like you, I hold that name in the highest regard.

Well written.

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review by Moomintroll Author IconMail Icon
Rated: E | (4.0)
I read your article with real interest because it is also a subject close to my heart.

I agree with many of the things you say, including the need to recognize what Jesus has accomplished on our behalf, making forgiveness and endless life possible. You are obviously very familiar with the Bible, which is refreshing in today's secular world.

We are not in agreement on all things though and I noticed that you welcome discussion on these things. I would like to make a couple of points, if I may?

You use God's name - "Yahweh, Jehovah", and I am pleased about that because most people refuse to recognize it. Yet, you then claim that Jehovah is actually Jesus, that Jesus is his own father? I am confused by this. Did Jesus not publicly pray "Father, glorify thy name"? Do you not see Jesus and Jehovah as seperate beings?

To me, it is crystal clear from Jesus' words to Mary where he says, "I am going to my God and your God."

Lastly, you say that humans could not concieve of a complicated doctrine like the trinity. Yet history shows that neither the Apostles nor the earliest Christians believed in a trinity. In fact, it was the Catholic church who made the trinity a church teaching nearly four hundred years after Christ's death.

Just some thoughts. I am happy to discuss further with you.

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of JEHOVAH-SHALOM  Open in new Window.
Review by Moomintroll Author IconMail Icon
Rated: E | (4.5)
This is lovely and encouraging. Your faith is woven into your positive words and it is infectious. I wholeheartedly agree with all your sentiments, particularly the last line, it really is the least we can do.

I hope you don't mind if I point out one grammatical error, the word "bare." I think it is spelled "bear" (strangely enough!). I often confuse those two words myself.

I was curious about your title. When you speak of "The Father" who "gave up his son", are you speaking of Jehovah, the Father of Jesus?

Hope you don't mind me asking.

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of Jehovah  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Beautiful sentiments, humbly expressed.

Your lines about Jesus being your "guide" and "Only to you shall I bow" echo my own feelings towards our Lord. In these chaotic, confusing last days, where it is increasingly difficult to identify ourselves as believers, it is refreshing to see people like you who are willing to stand up and express their love and faith.

I did have one question, if I may? You spell out the name of God on the left, a name that was dear to Jesus when he was on earth. I recall Jesus praying "Father, glorify thy name." So, I am a bit confused as to your perspective of Jesus' Father. Have I misunderstood?

Just a thought.

Good writing.

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of Death and Hell  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.0)
I read this with real interest because it is a subject that has facinated me for many years.
You develop the theme logically and in a very persuasive way. I like the references to the languages used in the scriptures. You are obviously very familiar with the Bible. Your point about the words "death" and "die" are well made, that this can refer to a spiritual death or physical one.

If I may, I would like to comment on a few points you raise?

You claim that the sinful humans in Eden "died" in a spiritual sense, on the day that they were cast out of Eden. I agree with you on that. However, the punishment of physical death was the threatened consequence of sin, as Paul later stated in Romans. When God warned Adam not to eat from the tree, He used an interesting phrase. Genesis records that God says “In the day that you eat from the tree, you will surely die.” Notice that it does not say “on” the day but, “IN.” That word changes the whole context of that statement. When we describe a particular day we always use the preposition “on” (on Monday etc.), yet when it comes to a longer period of time, we change to an adverb (“in January, in 1988”). Adam did not die on the same day that he disobeyed his creator, in fact, he went on to live for hundreds of years and had many children, and then he died, "in" the day - Peter tells us that “One day is as a thousand years to God”.

You say that "If there is no eternal punishment, why not live however you please if the Christian life is too “difficult” for you?"

The obvious answer for me is - love, because I love God and I want to live life his way. I, and millions like me, do not worship God through fear, but because we have come to know, trust and love him.

You make a fair point about the possible translation of "destroy" but, the account of Lazarus and the rich man can't be used to prove hellfire because it is symbolic. Abraham was in the grave, he had not been resurrected to Heaven at that time.

Two scriptures which I believe demonstrate the correct understanding of "Hell" ("Sheol" as opposed to "Gehenna"), are as follows;

In Revelation, Hell is thrown onto the fiery lake ("Gehenna"). How can Hell be cast into hell?

The other scripture is in Jeremiah chapter 7, verse 31. There God describes people who burn their sons and their daughters in the fire, which I commanded them not, neither came it into my heart.” Elsewhere in the Bible, God describes such practices as “detestable” and “disugsting.” If God uses such punishment as fire to torture sinners, he would be contradicting himself, something that is impossible.

Those are just some of my thoughts. Feel free to respond if you feel I am mistaken.

Overall, a good, well-researched article.

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review by Moomintroll Author IconMail Icon
Rated: E | (5.0)
You capture the epic tale with such eloquence. I love the way you describe his final prayer. You weave such a picture of that sad man's life.

My favourite line - "When love had trimmed his might." How many of us sacrificed our power for love. I wonder?

You might be interested to know (or you may already know) that Samson's strength was in his faith and his oath, not his hair. He was a dedicated Nazarite, sworn to never cut his hair.

Great writing!

Moomin
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Review of I'll Never Forget  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Lovely words, beautiful sentiments. It choked me up because I too have watched my daughters grow so fast and I treasure the memories.

You have a good mum.

I wish you both peace.

Moomin
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Review of expiry  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.5)
This is a very bold and yet humble work. You open your heart to the reader, to try and convey the deep hurt within. Articles like yours can help many who are suffering because they remind them that they are not alone. The line that struck me most was;

"My once closed self harm wounds open, they are on fire as the salt pushes it's way into them."

No-one should hurt the way you hurt, no-one should feel worthless. Just because we don't match up to this shallow world's expectations of cosmetic popularity, it doesn't mean we are worthless. My own precious daughter suffers from PTSD and deep depression. She thinks she is a nobody and that she is unloveable. But she is wrong.

You mention the Bible in your words. Let me leave you with some reassuring words from the Bible. When you feel worthless and unlovable, remember the following words from God;

"Whatever our hearts may condemn us in, God is greater than our hearts and knows all things."

"A heart broken and crushed, you will not despise, oh God."

And if you worry about the future or death, remember these words from the Bible;

"God will be with them, and death will be no more, neither will sorrow, nor outcry, nor pain be anymore."

These things are promised by our creator. Remember the "Lord's prayer"? - "Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven."

Boldly written. I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of Heavy  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Your words are so honest and humble. Articles like this enable others to reach out and share. Just reading your account felt so familiar, not just to me, but they reminded me of my lovely daughter who has severe depression and has self-harmed many times.

This world is so intense and chaotic that casualties of the mind are inevitible. We were not made to endure such heavy loads on our amazing minds.

May I share something that has helped both me and my daughter to endure, and even find some relief and happiness?

We have found genuine comfort and hope from the Bible. Jesus says;

"Come to me, all you who are loaded down and weary, and I will refresh you."

King David wrote;

"A heart broken and crushed, oh God, you will not despise."

And when we feel the worst about ourselves and think that we are bad or worthless, God offers words of comfort when he says;

"Whatever our hearts may condemn us in, God is greater than our hearts, and knows all things."

And, for the future, do not despair. The Bible promises that, when God's kingdom comes;

"God will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will sorrow, nor outcry, nor pain."

The Bible even promises that God will stop the destruction of our environment when it says;

"God will bring to ruin those ruining the earth."

So take comfort, fellow sufferer, as we, and millions of others do. There is a wonderful future waiting for you, if you want it.

Good writing.

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of Paradise  Open in new Window.
Review by Moomintroll Author IconMail Icon
Rated: E | (4.5)
I relly like your words, especially the way your perspective changes as the poem progresses.
You start with an expression of beauty and you end in despair.

You seem genuinely concerned for our lovely earth. May I share some words of comfort about our environment?

Jesus promised; "God will bring to ruin those ruining the earth."

Those words were spoken thousands of years ago - when man was not ruining the world!

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of Morbid  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Your words are evocative and true. You highlight a real inconsistancy in our huamn race.

I like your observation about us being human nature.

At times, I feel as you do that we are a waste of space. but other times, I am comforted by the words of Jesus when he promised us;

"God will bring to ruin those ruining the earth."

Those words were written thousands of years ago, when our earth wa not being ruined - think about it!

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of Exhausted  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Well written.

Your opening words well describe the empty, helpless feelings of so many of us when we witness the dstruction our beautiful planet.

Your final line is very powerful, and humble. We are unwilling participants of this destruction, this rape. We have no more power over what happens to earth than we have over governments and kings!

However, we do have the promises of one who is greater and more powerful than the powers that control our lives. Let me leave you with a wonderful promise from our creator:

"God will bring to ruin those ruining the earth."

Those words were spoken by Jesus about 2,000 years ago. Think about it - the earth wasn't being ruined then!

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of Mother Nature  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Your words are strong and profound. I like the way you give personality to nature, that of reclamation and revenge. Never before has the metaphor of a mother nature been so apt. as is today in our poisonous world.

I can tell that you are concerned for our lovely earth, as I, and millions of others are. Let me leave you with a comforting thought from a promise made many centuries ago, by one who has the power and the desire to stop mankind's rape of our planet;

"God will bring to ruin those ruining the earth."

Those words were written thousands of years before we started to ruin our world, think about it!

Well written.

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Yet, here you are, drawn to this community of writers. This is a good place to be, it has many fellow sufferers who are relating their sorrow in a dignified and beautiful manner.

It seems that life has dealt harshly with you and has made you question your own worth.

You mention jobs, families, dreams. All important, to a degree, but we often lose sight of our place in the universe. Do you believe that you were created? Do you believe that the one who created you knew what he was doing?

Through the pages of the Bible, your creator speaks and, he understands your sorrow and your low self-esteeem. King David wrote - "Your eyes saw even the embryo of me" and that "A heart broken and crushed, oh God, you will not despise."

When you feel at your lowest, and alone, when you feel worthless in the world's eyes, remember that your creator does not see you that way. the Bible says;

"Whatever our hearts may condemn us in, God is greater than our hearts , and knows all things."

For the future, including your future, the Bible promises;

"He will wipe every tear from the eyes, and death will be no more, nor will sorrow, nor outcry, nor pain."

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of Untitled  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.5)
Really like this ("like" is probably wrong word!)

I love the way you capture so many intense feelings in so few words. For me, that is the sign of a gifted writer. I use far too many words when I write.

You words can be a healing process for others because they remind them that they are not alone.

Keep writing.

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of Mental Mess  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.0)
You capture the whirlpool of mental illness really well with your words. I know it must have taken some effort and courage to write these words and, I admire you for it. In sharing your experiences on this site, you give a voice to the many who are in deep despair with mental anguish. By reading your words, many are assured that they are not alone.

You must keep writing such powerful words, for yourself and others.

As a fellow sufferer, may I share a positive thought with you? I have faith in our creator and I trust his promises in the Bible. Let me leave you with one such promise;

"God will wipe every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will sorrow, nor anguish, nor pain."

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of First poem  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.0)
Your opening words are promising. You write with a good flow and a positive note. Your first words are definately worthy of attention.

If I may humbly offer a little advice, you should find a subject, a theme or goal, something you are passionate about. I think it would unlock your full potential.

Just a thought.

Well written.

I wish you peace.

Moomin
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Review of Extraordinary  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (4.5)
I must admit, when I first saw your words I thought that you had cut short something. But then I read it again. I think I understand and, I think your words are powerful and beautiful and sad.

As someone who knows the dark depths of the soul, I wondered at your last word - "Free."

Well written.

I wish you peace.

moomin
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