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... .more than a love affair
by Joyce M Bell
Saturday, October 31, 2009
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Although I am just posting this poem, it was written a couple of years ago(slight revisions). But the story that inspired this work was just recently posted, it is entitled; The Road...to 'Him'. A fellow Den Member asked that the readers of his work listen to Adagio ur Concierto de Aranjuez...I did and became inspired to write the story that goes with this poem. God is amazing...He really is. Who would have even imagined that 2 1/2 years after writing this poem (I was a member of another site and knew nothing about AD at that time), I would be influenced by the music of an AD member's work to write the story behind this poem? I am amazed as I always am, at the wisdom of Almighty God. Over and over again He proves Hisself to me. His love is truly...more than a love affair

Words spoken...but not meant

actions taken...leading to false intent

Often...for only a moment in time

can one call someone...'mine'

Then we're stripped bare...

But Jesus' Love is... more than a love affair

Passion and desire...roar through our loins

forever...we vow...we'll never unjoin

Then comes forth a fiery dart

and out of nowhere...comes the decision...let's part

Just when we need someone strong...all have left

no comfort...when you're needy and bereft

What happened to all the care?

Ah, but Jesus' Love it's... more than a love affair

Deeper than any surging ocean...

He knows our every emotion

Higher than any rugged mountain...

we can nourish daily at His fountain

Wider than any raging sea...

that's what the Prince of Peace will be to you and me

And He'll always let us know...when He's near

Jesus' Love is... more than a love affair

He looks beyond our faults...

catches us when we somersault

We're never an embarassment to Him...

His Precious Blood is not thin

Our relationship He'll never cut short...

He simply sees 'clay' that needs more wrought

He slowly eradicates doubts and fears...

Jesus' Glorious Love! ... more than a love affair

Unending and untiring is His band...

none can snatch us from His hand

Our Knight in shining armour...our ever reigning King

our bond far surpasses a lover's fling...

For it's a standard for all to see...

be it hard times or in the midist of calamities

This union even the world's demise cannot tear...

Jesus' Sweet Love! ... more than a love affair

Let the stars and moon..refuse to shine...

let the water's ignore boundaries...and flood mankind!

Let the screaming hurricane howl...

we are still His...heart, mind, soul and bowel!

Let the mighty hills tumble...

this 'song' we have...will never crumble!

For it reaches into the heavens and is anchored there!

It is more, much, much more...than a mere...love affair!

2Corn 3:18

copywrite; joyce m bell/3/11/2007(rev)2009

JMS Bell writer/poet

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Reviewed by Zahra V	11/3/2009

Joyce, This piece filled my heart with so much joy. It's is truly a beautiful piece. Thank you so much sharing with all of us! Zahra




Reviewed by Ankin Timourian	11/2/2009

Great work, joyce! I wish i can have a strong faith like you have. You are an amazing person and I think he speaks through you... I love this poem, Take care, love -Ankin




Reviewed by Phyllis Jean Green	11/1/2009

Your faith is awesome, your dedication an inspiration. Gratefully, Phyllis




Reviewed by Inspire Hope	11/1/2009

Words of hope and inspiration! bringing the truth, that truly He is More...than a love affair! I am blessed Joyce by this most interesting poem! Much Love, Always!!




Reviewed by Daniel Keith	11/1/2009

Beautiful words Joyce. Your poetry is a blessing to all who reads. May God bless you every day of your life. Daniel




Reviewed by richard cederberg	11/1/2009

"More than a love affair" indeed. These are re(joyce)ing insights from one gifted with a personal relationship with her Creator. Light and Wisdom ... r




Reviewed by E T Waldron	11/1/2009

Splendid truths in this exquisite poem, Joyce! Kudo's!




Reviewed by Nicole Weaver	11/1/2009

Wow Joyce, This absolutely so beautiful. I am so happy to have time to start reading your work again. I have a lot to catch up. Thanks for the great uplift. Blessings, Nicole




Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado	11/1/2009

Wonderful poem, Joyce; well written! BRAVA! (((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D




Reviewed by La Belle Rouge	11/1/2009

Beautifully penned Joyce.




Reviewed by Georg Mateos	11/1/2009

Still I am one of the little ones that He referred about when He said "let the children come to me" Georg




Reviewed by Ann Marquette	11/1/2009

So true. Well done Joyce. Thank you for sharing.




Reviewed by R. Arrington	11/1/2009

"He looks beyond our faults..." this is good to know, because I have many. Thank you.




Reviewed by Paul D Berube	11/1/2009

More than a love affair indeed. Well done, Joyce.




Reviewed by Christine Alwin	11/1/2009

Joyce, from the title to the last word I truly enjoyed every one..this is so beautiful and a keeper for my library. Love and Blessings, Christine




Reviewed by Dawn Wilson	11/1/2009

Joyce, this is absolutely beautiful!




Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper	11/1/2009

This is a beautiful write and your religious veneration shines through, as those your strong faith in God. It is definitely an inspirational write.




Reviewed by Debra Baugh	11/1/2009

that was absolutely beautiful......from start to end.....content very cohesive......nothing left untold in its narration.....well-written....spoken truth of God's wisdom & strength to guide us along his path thru life's......love affair with him......love peace & harmony




Reviewed by Steve Chering	11/1/2009

Sounds like you've found mr perfect.lol good write. steve

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