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Previous Challenge Entry (Level 3 - Advanced)
Topic: Chillax (04/03/14)
Mornings with God are my restful times,
spiritual sounds fill the fresh air,
tinkling my soul like crystal wind chimes,
blowing in breezes without a care.

By dawn's early light the earth is still,
my soul whispers gentle words of peace,
daybreak is dancing to warm the chill,
powerful prayer brings sweet release.

In this solitude my spirit soars,
to a plateau above my worries,
sunlight sifts through as the ocean roars,
a world apart where no soul hurries.

Relaxation fills my core being,
calmness comes to collect my senses,
eyes wide shut to look without seeing,
blinding out all worldly offenses.

To ponder on His amazing ways,
lifts me from dark and dangerous mire,
times of the past are now bygone days,
this new dawning sets my soul on fire.

Yesterday's trials have left me now,
after a night of breathing God's grace,
mercy drifts by and takes her low bow,
to soften this morning's gentle pace.

Slowly I rise to fall to my knees,
once more I will pray for His blessing,
sure in my faith He will hear my pleas,
I hear His still voice so caressing.

His words to me are smooth as silver,
to recall to mind my darkest night,
He was there to save and deliver,
when wings of tender mercies took flight.

A spiritual happening transpires,
my soul is awash with grateful tears,
Jesus appears to put out old fires,
and chase away my lingering fears.

These are the ways of my sanity,
a calmness gently overtakes me,
I live and breath Christianity,
as the sun rises over the sea.
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C D Swanson 
04/10/14
Oh my goodness!

This blessed me and touched my soul.

I had tears flowing as I read this magnificent poem that was beautiful, peaceful, and a witness to His amazing love.

Clearly one of the most beautiful poems I've read in some time, and amongst the top ten favorites so far.

I felt the Holy Spirit moving throughout this powerful piece.

I' sure it'll touch many hearts this week.

Keep shining His light and writing for His glory.

God bless you~

Robert Douglas Brown
04/10/14
You are a poet no doubt! I love this poem in that it makes so much sense and is a thing of beauty!
Toni Hammer
04/13/14
Superb poem. Great rhythm and right on topic. My favorite lines were

"In this solitude my spirit soars,
to a plateau above my worries"

and

"Slowly I rise to fall to my knees"

That one will stay with me a long time. Well done.
Margaret Kearley
04/13/14
Just beautiful.
Margaret Kearley
04/13/14
Whoops. Hadnt finished my comment - pressed the wrong button! This is a wonderful outpouring of the heart in such a lovely poem that flows with truth, experience and thankfulness to God. Lovely.
Judy Sauer 
04/13/14
A lovely tranquil feeling swept over me as I read your awesome poem. You did a wonderful job conveying rest in peaceful mornings.

I look forward to seeing more of your delightful, insightful, and spiritual insights.
Joe Moreland
04/13/14
I could see the sunlight dancing across the hills and feel it's warmth. I could hear the ocean roar and fee the peace your poem describes. A writer can get no better compliment than that his or her work has made their audience feel what they were trying to convey, and you absolutely did that here.

Amazing job. Thanks for sharing it with us.
Bea Edwards 
04/14/14
Your prose is delightfully profound and lovely to consider.

A wonderful reminder that mornings with Him keep my sanity and refresh my soul.
Brenda Rice
04/15/14
This is a lovely, well written poem with a wonderful message of peace.

Thanks for sharing.
George Parler 
04/15/14
Very nice. This is dripping with peace. Your skill as a poet shines. Well done!
Linda Buskirk
04/15/14
Absolutely beautiful. This is exactly how I feel about my morning prayer and Word time with God, but I couldn't have expressed it so well, and with rhyme! Thank you for this blessing.
Sheldon Bass 
04/16/14
Excellent! Warm and glowing with calm assurance. Don't know a lot about poetry, but I know what I like. It felt like I was right there in those glorious morning moments in God's presence.
Great job!
Robert Douglas Brown
04/17/14
I knew you would do well with this poem. It will not be long before you reach Master level. I enjoy your work! This poem is a keeper for sure! I look forward to next week's entry.

God Bless!
C D Swanson 
04/17/14
Congrats Lynn!

I'm thrilled that the judges recognized this splendid piece of beauty.

I'm so happy for you!

God bless~
Tracy Nunes 
04/17/14
Congratulations! Beautiful!
Shann Hall-LochmannVanBennekom 
04/18/14
This is a lovely piece. You have such a way of calming my soul. Congratulations on ranking 2nd in your level and 12 overall. Happy Dance!!
Sheldon Bass 
04/23/14
Just realized that I forgot to congratulate you on this great piece Lynn. #12 overall! That was 12 ahead of me. I'm so glad for you! Looks like I better shape up. Wonderful job!