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A Promise is a Promise...
by Ed Matlack → (All Poetry by Ed Matlack)
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Early this morning I was oh so sick,

I’ve never puked & pooped so much,

I honestly felt death at my door,

I’m glad I locked it with a little click…

 

I begged God to stop my projectile up throw,

And if he would just do that for me,

I would promise to try & know him better,

Well a promise is a promise, so try I will in Christ to grow…

 

I’ve been really quite bad, though I have changed,

I really cannot see that He would forgive me my faults,

He & I have for the longest time be estranged,

All through my life away from him I have ranged…

 

So, it won’t be easy, for Him or for me,

But closer to Him I will try to ultimately be,

I may not attend any specific church,

And it may take me quite awhile,

But I did make this promise,

And I will resolutely walk with Him in my heart many a future mile…

 

 

© ed + 1/13/09


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 Reviews of "A Promise is a Promise..."
Reviewed on January 13, 2009
Glad to know that you are leaning on the Lord to get you through your sickness; that's great, Ed! Wonderful to hear! I will be praying for a healing for you; Lord, right now, touch Ed Matlack, take away any nausea/diarrhea/fever/discomfort, and let him be able to get a good night's rest that he needs in order to get well. Let him know that You are the Great Physician, and that you can help him through whatever difficulties he may face. Let him learn to trust in you and let him come to know your Saving Grace and Mercy. It is in your most precious Name, I pray...Amen and Amen! Also, Lord, please provide a good paying job so he won't have to struggle to exist day by day! Amen and Amen!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D

Reviewed by Scott Zachary
Reviewed on January 13, 2009
Not glad to hear of your illness, but thrilled about your resulting decision! He forgives even the worst of us. Knowing that God is in charge sure lightens our load. Congratulations, buddy!

Happy Days!

Scott

Reviewed on January 13, 2009
ED - NOW, yer on the right track!

don't do nuttin' fanatic - just TRUST!

keep heftin' up yer britches,
n' keepin' us in stitches -
BE GONE SATAN !
n' all his demons, witches,
n' bitches!

YEW LOOK BETTER ALREADY -
FER AN OLE FART- THAT IS!

TK.

Reviewed by Felix Perry
Reviewed on January 13, 2009
Sounds like a pretty good Resoulution to make to me even if it was made under duress as you say a promise is made to be kept...

fee

Reviewed by Georg Mateos
Reviewed on January 13, 2009
The only church He needs is your heart, little brother, good for you!

Georg


Reviewed by Linda Law
Reviewed on January 13, 2009
This voice of honesty is exactly where you are supposed to be...God always has a plan for us...and like it's said...when we make our own plans, well .... God laughs! So...you are on your way...and...just be the good, decent, loving man that you always have been...talk with Him, unload, and trust... You only have to ask him to forgive you once..it's done! You have so many who care for you here, so..just ask..but you know...you will be such a blessing to many more than you ever were before...so that's alot! Also...don't be discouraged...times don't just become miraculous...so..just trust and know He is there...lifting you and loving you! hugs, lindalaw

Reviewed by Rose Rideout
Reviewed on January 13, 2009
Ed always remember He is our Father and a very forgiving one I might add. Given the chance He answers all our prayers. You don't have to go to church to believe but I sure look forward to my Sunday visits.
Ask Him to forgive and He will as long as you mean it from your heart. He is the only one we have to answer to. Yes a promise is a promise. Thank you for sharing Ed. Hope your day is filled with all great things.

Newfie Hugs, Rose

Reviewed by Louisa Dobbins
Reviewed on January 13, 2009
I AM CRYING TEARS OF JOY FOR THE JOURNEY YOU ARE ON. THERE IS NOTHING LIKE THE LOVE JESUS. LISTEN FOR HIS VOICE FOR YOU TO FOLLOW HIM. READ...IF NOTHING BUT ONE SCRIPTURE DAILY. ACCEPT THAT JESUS DID DIE FOR YOUR SINS AND YOU ARE WHOLE BY HIS BLOOD. ALLOW HIM TO CHANGE YOUR LIFE...YOU DON'T HAVE THAT POWER. EVERY THING WILL BE DIFFERENT FOR YOU. READ MATTHEW 6:19-34. YOU ARE A GREAT GUY! :-)

Reviewed on January 13, 2009
Ed,

:) See? God does answer prayer. I'm sorry you were so sick, but glad you're feeling a bit better. God doesn't ask for perfection; as humans, we fail, miserably. All we can do is ask His forgiveness and try again. God does allow U-turns. :) Well done!!

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Reviewed by Bonnie May
Reviewed on January 13, 2009
OH Ed you made my day...God was always with you waiting and knowing you would make your way back. He is there with opened arms to show you love you have never experienced before. Welcome back my dear sweet friend...you lifted me today and you've only been back a short time. God bless you Ed. Love and hugs, Bonnie


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