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Janie
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since 2000-08-13

Posts 158

0 posted 2000-08-31 12:58 PM

I wrote this for my troubled 19 yr old brother. It's pretty much an account of his life except the end which I hope will come true. I've given the poem to him, but no signs of change yet.

THE PRODIGAL SON
Written by Janie for Thomas

A girl, so young; a man, "around"; the two, in passion; love, not found;
Of this, created a baby boy, they should have known his joy.
Instead, another man and wife, waited for this brand new life,
In him, already hopes begun, in him, they'd have son.
Waiting too, another, still, all a wonder, patience willed,
A brother she would have to love; gave thanks to God above.
His first coo, his first word; more precious things never heard;
The baby boy, the bright, young star; in him, dreams would go far.
Time marched on, he, to its tune; he grew up, big, much too soon;
Though loved so much, began to doubt, what life was all about.
With doubt, his demons brought torment, his anguish seen; family's lament.
Feeling scared and all alone, he moved away, though still at home.
Through out his fight, all the while, thru disappointment; self-denial,
His sister prayed for him to see God's love would set him free.
Years went by, he struggled alone while his family, carried on.
Their deepest pain, he didn't know; their heavy hearts filled with woe.
Then, one day, God made it be; for him to wake, to finally see;
The demons cast from his soul's reach, only God's promise left to teach.
He learned with God, he's not alone; no matter where, he's always home;
With this, he learned to overcome; the demon's work was all undone.
With open heart, received God's word, truth was known, God’s voice, he heard,
Then, in spirit, he was born again and stepped from darkness to become a man.

(Mark 8:33) “Get behind Me, Satan! For you are not mindful of the things of God, but the things of men.”

Sunshine

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since 1999-06-25

Posts 63354
Listening to every heart

1 posted 2000-08-31 09:34 PM

I will keep your brother in my prayers...

Lighthousebob
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since 2000-06-14

Posts 4725
California

2 posted 2000-09-01 01:52 PM

You have stepped out in faith to write this for your brother. I believe that you are looking through the eyes of faith and have seen the end. You have spoken those things that are not as if they were already, and I am believing with you that they will be done in Jesus Name... I know that you will soon have a good report. God Bless You, Bob <><

Janie
Member

since 2000-08-13

Posts 158

3 posted 2000-09-02 12:35 PM

Sunshine and Bob,

Thank you for your support and prayers

Janie

Sven

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since 1999-11-23

Posts 14937
East Lansing, MI USA

4 posted 2000-09-03 05:39 PM

If it's meant to happen it will. . . we must believe it to be true. . . faith will indeed see you through. . .

Excellent writing. . .

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That which gives light must endure burning
--Victor Frankl

Alle'cram
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since 2000-02-28

Posts 1816
Texas

5 posted 2000-09-03 08:29 PM

Janie, so heartfelt and touching. Excellent writing my friend. I too, will remember your loved one in my prayers, as I know too well your situation. You left us with so much encouragement in your last lines. amen.

"With open heart, received God's word, truth was known, God’s voice, he heard,
Then, in spirit, he was born again and stepped from darkness to become a man."

deleeme
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since 1999-10-09

Posts 1766
NEW ENGLAND, USA

6 posted 2000-09-03 10:25 PM

Janie, this is a wonderful testimony--if not of the prodigal, yet to return to his senses & his Father's House-it is a great testimony to a Loving, Caring, forgiving, uplifting Sister who seeks so much her fallen brother's well-being, which through the eyes of faith knows can come about.--keep on encouraging & praying for him & we will join your prayer for his true Homecoming & spiritual manhood. David

WOW- another day of life-and here among friends!
Ain't God Grand!

Janie
Member

since 2000-08-13

Posts 158

7 posted 2000-09-03 11:03 PM

Sven, Marcy and David and again to prev. replies:

Thank you, thank you, thank you. Your words truly uplift me and are an added source of hope.

Janie

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