Awareness

Awareness of the life within.

Swelling intensity,

 Overflowing Christ reality; 

Coursing strength and power,

Water of life my drink;

I the growing seed,

Pure awareness, vacuum filled.

in time bearing fruit.

Jesus holds and supports me;

Dependency on His Spirit,

Pure relief. My release!

Author's Note

Living growing soul within. Anyone with input? I welcome it.

Reviews

[h d e rushin]

I don't know if i'm religious anymore. Not sense we had to put down our 16 year old shepherd mix who was filled to his eyeballs with arthritis and cancer . Not since it was pointed out to me that no where in the holy scriptures does it say that dogs have souls, and thus, will not be in heaven with us. WTF! And while Richard Branson is preparing a rocket ship to take people to Mars. And since the rest of us poor and lonely souls are relegated to writing about the soothing mysticism of a heavenly monarchy, I still know how to love and appreciate someone else's love and appreciation.....great poem.....dana

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Dana,
I know that this world is hard and we all just groan at times with the hurt and pain. Sorry to hear about your dear fur friend. It's hard to know what to say when suffering is real like that. I really appreciate your sharing what is real for you. I know what is real for me and we all are looking for the truth one way or the other. I think it is a clue to our being created by a Great God that loves us.
Kathy

[wordman]

i guess our spirit grows as it gets watered by the word and works,some are chosen for great things,some are not,but we can receive the same neutering through our faith

[Kathy Van Kurin]

wordman,
'Nurturing through our faith' Oh I find that spot on! For I do feel as if my inner person is strengthened when the Word of God is absorbed during time with Jesus. Thank you for reading this poem. It's so nice to see what some one else thinks and how things get interpreted.
Kathy

[wordman]

you are welcome my friend

[Paul Bell]

You know I'm not religious, Kathy.
But i like people who have there own faith.
It gives you deeper meaning. A purpose of such.
Life and boulders. They sort of go together.
Be good. Paul.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Dear Paul Bell,
It's so nice to read your review and you are right; the need for a center and strong foundation is so needed in life. I had not thought of it as a "boulder." That is a strong metaphor and really creative! Thanks for coming by and as always I wish you good and lots of inspiration.
Blessings to ya.
Kathy

[Cassie]

This is deep and no greater good to humans than to depend on Jesus. Life is far much easier and peaceful.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Cassie,
Life is so hard sometimes but Jesus Christ is our hope for the future and help in the present. "Depend on Jesus!" Your are so right. I love your words of encouragement. You have encouraged my heart. Thank you so much Cassie

[Coyote Poetry]

Powerful, worthwhile and feel of a prayer. We need prayer and we to hold faith closely. Thank you Kathy for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Coyote,
Once again you have encouraged with your positive words. Prayer is very powerful, you are so right! I hope life is good to you as this fall season is winding down..............to winter...................Blessings Kathy

[Coyote Poetry]

Winter is coming to Michigan too. Make the days of Spring sweeter and I enjoyed your work.

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Your expression is truly beautiful. Uplifting and heartfelt, dear poet :)

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Lynn,
Expression of heartfelt meaning from the heart. You have encouraged me. Thank you for being like that. I hope you have a good week and Thanksgiving season. Blessings, Kathy

[andrew mitchell]

Nice to know your faith is there when you need it.Everyone can do with a little support. A touching write following you beliefs.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Andrew,
Faith is nothing if not in someone. Humanity is weak but not Jesus Christ. He is so wonderful. Thanks so much for reading my writing. Blessings as always to you sir! Kathy

[VALORMORE DE PLUME]

Amen. I wrote a poem to express this view. I'll share it here for you to ponder.

I See You
From
The Word Garden
Of
Valormore

In gentle whispers made by falling leaves,
I perceive you summoning.
In cloudless mist upon my face,
I hear my name upon your lips.
~*~
In the presence of my enemies,
I evoke your promise.
In frightening tempest of vast enormity,
I perceive your reassurance.
~*~
In volleys from slings and arrows,
I stand whilst others collapse about me.
In merging blood of innumerable innocent,
I fathom your indignation.
~*~
In smoke from altars far afield,
I recognize your displeasure.
In platitudes made to artificial deities,
I appreciate your righteous anger.
~*~
In the kindness of strangers,
I see your compassion.
In the bounty and beauty of nature,
I see your passion in blossom.
~*~
In the vastness of the universe,
I see how small we are.
In the atoms of our flesh,
I see the universe within.
~*~
In all that we comprehend of existence,
I see but a fleeting glimpse of your entirety.
In all the love we profess,
I see as a pale reflection of your perfect love.
~*~
In your living word,
I see your benevolent plan.
In the Resurrection,
I see our wondrous eternity.
~*~

In all things great and small,
I praise your holy name.
Yours is the kingdom, power, and glory forever.
Let it be on Earth as it is in Heaven.
~*~
AMEN

[Kathy Van Kurin]

valormore,
Well this was a first for me to receive a writing in poem response. I liked it too.In response to above words all I can say is God is powerful and our strength in all things. Thank you very much for your coming by. Kathy.

[VALORMORE DE PLUME]

You are welcome.

[ReedWrite]

Beautiful. I love the flow and feel of this poem. My favorite lines are: Water of life my drink; I the growing seed, in time bearing fruit. Humans, like all living things, need water to grow and flourish, and there is no better water than the water of life. Enjoyed this poem very much.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

ReedWrite,
Our very design physically,spiritually shows a signature from our maker. I agree that life is dependent on something to retain life. Infinite also is life's weakness. Interesting. To me this brings searching for life. i found Jesus is that life and took the Holy One up on His offer of eternal life. Catharsis and struggle to give up what is killing us for what saves, brings life and takes away some of the unecesary struggle. Blessings in your writing and life Kathy

[ReedWrite]

Thank you, Kathy. Sounds like you are in a good place. Blessings to you and yours.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

putting ourselves in the hands of another...comforting...faith can be comforting...

if we just appreciate what life we have...acceptance, patience, and gratitude go a long way to fulfillment.

nicely expressed.

j.

[Kathy Van Kurin]

Jacob,
Your helpful words go a long way in keeping me at this writing thing and expressing my true heart. Thankyou so sir! blessings Kathy