Do we live our lives belying our beliefs about...

From 'This Side' Faith in 'The Other Side'
By Ruth Cox aka abitosunshine

Throughout our lives most of us spend a portion of our time wondering about life after death, or life on the other side. How do we deal with life on this side as we keep life on the other side in mind? Or, do we live our lives belying our beliefs about life after death?

As a child, I was abused,
In ev'ry sense o' the word.
But when my spirit was bruised
My cries weren't left unheard.

As an adult, I've been misused,
In ways unpleasantly absurd.
Yet I feel that those I've accused
To fate their payment is deferred.

Amid all, I've ne'er been confused,
In faith o' my God always spurred.
To Heaven's light I'll be suffused
That day I'll fly - free as a bird!

Kushal - enJOY, as this was posted for you.

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scott .. Jul 18, 2009, 12:58am EDT

I think of Heaven, 7 days a week and nights. There are Christians like myself that live and breath Jesus Christ. A lot of Christians it seem like they deep down don't really believe. There is a night and day difference in a born again Christian and a not born again. Ruth it will do you well to pick up a copy of "Heaven" by Randy Alcorn". After reading it, I had problems sleeping for 2 or 3 weeks. If you do pick up a copy I do know that you will thank me.

Ruthi C. Jul 18, 2009, 1:12am EDT

I appreciate your comments Scott. However, being basically unemployed right now, I'll not be buying any books, tho I will check Alcorn out on his website (yes, have already searched & bookmarked his site and blog). And I really don't need any new reasons to lose sleep, so in this case, I'm glad I can't buy the book. I don't believe there are different kinds of Christians. I feel that that you're either a Christian or you're not and that it is between you and God. I am a Christian, I proudly say so, and I live my Christianity to the best of my sinner ability.

scott .. Jul 18, 2009, 2:20am EDT

I need all the Grace I can get , to Walk the Christian walk. /smiles

Ruthi C. Jul 18, 2009, 12:57pm EDT

DITTO on the Grace, Scott!

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Dawn (kitty on the wall) Jul 18, 2009, 3:12am EDT

i so can relate...i feel your pain as i was a victim of abuse too

hugs and blessings

Ruthi C. Jul 18, 2009, 11:28am EDT

Blessings & a bit o' sunshine to you Poet.

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Kushal Poddar Jul 18, 2009, 7:13am EDT

Hevean is a dream that hevean is and without it earth would turn into a hell, like you have experienced in your (or protagonist's) childhood.
This, again, shows your care in drafting and command over the craft.
Pain is restrained enough to cut us. The yearning is almost a shrill cry. I would like to thank my fate for being a friend of you.

one who was never born

Ruthi C. Jul 18, 2009, 11:34am EDT

Even your critique of my words is pure poetry, thank you Kushal. I believe our paths have crossed for a reason and am honored to walk this path with you and call you my Friend.

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Heidi S. Jul 18, 2009, 9:24am EDT

Very nice, Ruth. Probably due to things that occurred in my childhood and adult life, as well as the fact that I was not raised by religious parents, I did not have faith in God for most of my life - though I did search and try, knowing something was missing. Thankfully now I have found the guidance I always needed that has steered me to Him, and now I wonder how I lived any other way...

Ruthi C. Jul 18, 2009, 11:30am EDT

Heidi, you're a perfect example of ASK - Ask, Seek, Knock - blessings abound.

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Elaine B. Jul 18, 2009, 12:45pm EDT

I believe what we do on earth will reflect our next life.

Ruthi C. Jul 18, 2009, 1:00pm EDT

I agree Elaine, which is why I also believe that I need to look in the mirror often to see what's reflecting back at me.

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Lee P. Jul 18, 2009, 3:16pm EDT

Awwww, I think this is sad. I'm so sorry these awful things have happened. But they did. Some journeys are filled with more pain, both physical and emotional, than others but you overcame it all. Heaven is all about love and living is all about learning how to love in all circumstances. It can be difficult.

Ruthi C. Jul 18, 2009, 3:32pm EDT

Lee, I've never really felt sad o'er the abuse. I guess because I somehow always knew I wasn't alone in my life journey, sadness just didn't come into play. Generally, my plea is for the children, that they not experience what I have, and that is why I share my life, and maybe that is my place in life here.

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Tammy R. Jul 19, 2009, 1:09pm EDT

I don't believe in god. and I don't want to offend any one that does you can believe in what you want but if there is a god then why so many different religions and all that stuff/

Ruthi C. Jul 19, 2009, 1:14pm EDT

I agree Tammy, each of us chooses our beliefs. Good question - why not post it on your profile and spark a Gather conversation.

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