"Live and Not Die"
Why end your life?
Is it love, you never had?
You and many others hurt
with good reason to be sad.
People around the world
have it hard just like you.
Know that you're not alone -
that they're crying, too.
Even the rich have wants,
and all will go through pain.
But enduring to the end,
Heaven is their gain.
Don't give up, My child.
Just keep holding on.
If the devil steals your life,
you'll regret it when it's gone.
On the day you were born,
I gave life to you.
Don't throw away My gift.
My heart would break if you do.
I want you to breathe -
to live, and not die;
And the day I call you home,
I'll wipe the tears from your eye.
By Jennifer Lynn O'Connor
God's Love in Poetry
Inspirational Quotes:
"If your heart is beating, God wants you here."
"If you look at your fingerprints, you'll catch a glimpse
of how wonderfully unique, and one of a kind you are,
out of all the people ever born or ever will be."
"Don't think you're an accident or a mistake
or think you have no purpose or worth;
you have fingerprints that no one else has -
from your Maker, given to you at birth."
~Jennifer Lynn O'Connor
(see QUOTES page)
*Those who sow in tears shall reap in joy.
(Psalm 126:5)
*The Lord is close to the brokenhearted;
He rescues those whose spirits are crushed.
(Psalm 34:18)
*And God will wipe away every tear from their eyes; there shall be no more death, nor sorrow, nor crying. There shall be no more pain, for the former things have passed away.
(Rev. 21:4)
*A Personal Note from Jennifer:
If you would like me to pray for you or for someone you know, who are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please email me the first name with prayer request at: godsloveinpoetry@gmail.com
Or reddit.com ("Prayer Requests" or "Prayer Team" subreddit)
Or there are many Christian ministries online who will pray for you or for your loved one.
*If you struggle with jealousy (comparing yourself with others), please be encouraged -
You do have a purpose.
"The Father has set a course before you, designed exclusively for you to travel; He has planned tasks for you that are yours alone to complete. And He has given you exactly what He intended for you to have as the gifts, background, and abilities needed to fulfill His purposes for you. You know that person you keep comparing yourself to? That person would never be able to complete the plan God has for you. Because the Father has created you for that role." *By Dr. Charles F. Stanley
Prayer: "Dear Heavenly Father, please help me to be all that You created me to be, in Jesus name. Amen."
"Conversation with God"
"Jesus, where are you?"
I cried out to the Lord.
"Don't you know I need you?
Don't you love me anymore?"
"Please listen, beloved.
I Am always here for you.
Why question My love?
You know that I do."
"Then, why the silence?
Why am I in pain?
I've prayed, and there's no answer.
I've asked in Your name!"
"Child, where is your faith?
Don't you trust in Me?
Am I a God too small for you
that makes you not believe?"
"I'm sorry for doubting, Lord.
Life made me this way.
I feel like You're punishing me,
and this price I must pay."
"I paid that price on your behalf.
In love, I wanted to.
I came to save the world;
My pleasure dying for you."
"Believe you are forgiven,
and your sins are washed away.
Faith is key to Heaven's door
to receive what you pray."
By Jennifer Lynn O'Connor
God's Love in Poetry
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"A Way Out of Depression"
"God, I need Your help.
I'm hurting so bad.
The pain makes me complain,
cry or get mad.
I've made mistakes.
I feel the guilt and shame.
I can't go back and fix things.
I'm the one to blame.
God, what do I do?
I've done all I can.
I tried facing the Accuser,
but instead, I just ran.
Erase painful memories
that haunt me - even now.
I try to forget,
but I just don't know how.
I must live each day
as if it is my last.
I need to forgive myself,
and stop dwelling on my past.
There's a way out of depression...
Lord, open my eyes to see -
that there are people suffering
much more than me."
By Jennifer Lynn O'Connor
God's Love in Poetry
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"Walk Away"
How can I do something new in your life
if you keep dwelling on your past?
You've told Me before that you're moving on,
but how long did that last?
Why are you still mourning
over the one who broke your heart?
Why do you meditate memories
that only tear you apart?
I hurt every time you hurt.
Yes, I have feelings too.
Can a Father smile when His child is sad?
I care so deeply for you.
When you cry, I cry back,
"Don't let your past destroy today!"
Shake the dust off your feet.
Bury the ashes, and walk away.
I can't pour out My blessings
if your thoughts are not made new.
Can I give you clean water
if an old cup I pour into?
If you would forgive yourself,
and stop blaming Me.
If you forgive who hurt you,
you'd live again and be free.
Try again, My child.
Now, leave your past behind.
Move on, and don't look back.
A new life is what you'll find.
By Jennifer Lynn O'Connor
God's Love in Poetry
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"Smile for Me"
Why do you remain unhappy?
Who told you to despair?
It saddens Me to see your face,
but you are not aware.
My children are depressed
for reasons that I'm blamed.
They think they're not forgiven.
They feel so ashamed.
Please believe in My mercy.
Forget about your sin.
I did when you repented.
Remembering not since then.
Oh, beloved, smile for Me!
Do not cry anymore.
Just laugh and be free -
that's what I died for.
By Jennifer Lynn O'Connor
God's Love in Poetry
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"No More Tears"
Feel lonely and unloved? You're not alone.
Think no one cares? Child, you are My own.
Consider what matters to Me...
I'm concerned about souls - you see.
It's not about finding a friend.
It's seeking the lost in this world you're in.
No one can love you the way I do.
Be My friend and take your eyes off you.
Hell is real, but not many know.
Please show them how not to go.
You're My voice, hands, and feet.
Save souls for Me, and soon we'll meet.
No more sorrow in just a while.
You're going home, and there you'll smile.
By Jennifer Lynn O'Connor
God's Love in Poetry
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"Do Not Worry"
If you had one month to live,
would you worry anymore?
Would you still be depressed
about always being poor?
Your life is more important
than clothes you have on;
it's worth more than money -
You save, but then it's gone.
Why worry about tomorrow
or worry about the rest?
You've been given Life,
and rights to be blessed.
Seek first My kingdom.
Cast your cares on Me.
My peace I give to you,
and all that you need.
Many times, I help someone,
and they forget the next day.
They return to worrying
about the next bill to pay.
Remember all My benefits.
Set your mind on things above.
Do not focus on your fears,
but trust in My love.
By Jennifer Lynn O'Connor
God's Love in Poetry