Graham -- I think you’ve chosen a wonderful way to live. One can always learn... I would also add that as I’ve aged I believe it’s not always all about me -- that God is often using me in challenging times as an instrument or vehicle to help others. Can’t prove it or disprove it, but I love the thought. Xo
Good morning Graham! Sometimes I wonder if God is speaking to you and I at the same time! I can totally relate to what you're describing in this week's poem. I love it. At least two times in the last six months, I can totally see when I'm faced with a challenge, I'm definitely taught something from God, but it has also brought new opportunities into my life which leads me again out of my comfort zone because I've never done anything like these before. Six months ago, after facing that challenge, I drew closer in my relationship to Jesus Christ and doing the Bible Study was revealed. I've been eternally blessed with the Bible Study which we have tonight. Within the last month, I recently faced another similar challenge as the first. Both of these I let doubts and fears from Satan as I call it rule and I failed to take those lies and/or thoughts captive. I called on friends to help me pray my way through it. In the most recent one which I believe God has helped me rise above now, I was being taught again to be more vulnerable in my walk with Christ. I know this for several reasons because I truly believe God is definitely preparing me for something as He is for all of us I believe. When God reveals those new opportunities to me, I will have the faith to step outside of my comfort zone and do it, if I absolutely trust it is God's will and not my own. I've always found when you trust the will of God, He will lead the way, and it will be successful. He will supply all you need for that opportunity. There's an old hymn called, "Trust and Obey", for there's no other way, etc. that just came to mind as I'm writing this. All I know to do is let God is the master of my life, and He will guide me through the valleys when they come. To be honest, I absolutely hate the valleys, but I do know and trust God will always reveal the lessons learned. God will always guide me through the darkness as Jesus is the light, and He is the way, truth, and the life!
Good morning Graham, Thank you for yet another reflective poem. Thank you for your question, I will try to answer it correctly.
I find beauty between the lines, in what is behind the drawing. There is a purpose for every lesson in life, and it is important that we discover what that purpose is. Lessons make us grow and make us stronger.
I say this from experience, I've been through many difficulties, many adversities and many challenges. God was with me in all these moments, teaching me and making me strong, that's the
Thank you for this poem Graham. I love the focus on life lessons and growth. Life is full of joys, plans, challenges, trials, unexpected events and never dreamed of adventures. For me, as time passes and life transitions happen looking backwards for life lessons is important but is quickly replaced with focusing forward and moving on. Declutter, forget, hope and move on. The next adventure awaits as we continue to learn and follow our life path. Thank you, Graham, for the inspiration you provide along the journey of life.
Graham, when I read the poem and listened to your reflection on it, I thought this is where my heart and mind have been these past couple of weeks....my inner world has been struggling to find inspiration and understanding of lessons from a past challenge, that have recently resurfaced. In my mind and heart, I thought I had accepted/learned all the challenge was teaching me, now I'm not so sure. Is there still more for me to learn, one more step to take, or am I just being reminded of the lesson? As I recently shared with you, I know my path is where God wants me to be, just not sure how I am to walk it, that's where my inner world is right now, looking for guidance. My faith has guided me in the past, I need to trust that it will guide me again. Thanks for another inspirational poem and your thoughts on guidance to appreciate and enjoy life! Hope the rest of your day was filled with enjoying the warm weather and the blessings of the day!
Thank you Graham for a beacon of light in a world that can be challenging and confusing. May you continue to impact countless lives in the years to come. You never know the true impact you have on those around you. What I learned is that I can have everything taken from me,but you can not take away the person who I’ve become. My resilience for being able to move through challenges and build up something from falling. Even in the darkest of times ,there is always hope. We can create a life we truly love without limitations. Don’t seek validation. Seek fulfillment and purpose. Every lesson of life has both ups and downs,positive and negatives situations. On top of that ,there are spiritual powers in this world that are trying to get us to lose hope. In the midst of difficult lessons or even a persecution,it can be easy to forget that God still present with us an in control. My challenges were my past medical while I was in a hospital bed our son thought I was asleep,and he was trying to lift his dad spirits and telling him “ dad mom is very stubborn she loves life she will make it” my husband just kneeled and sobbed. God has a plan and I stay positive,love fiercely ,and never give up. Cheers!
I wrote and posted on THC last February “ Members Creative Room “ title Lesson Learned.
"You can speak straight to my heart", maybe because I need your help so much, on the spiritual plane...
I'm currently facing a big conflict, inside my heart.
There is someone who hurt me a lot in the past, someone to whom I gave my life, my body, my love, my youth... Don't judge me for it, but I still live with this someone.
For having been brutally injured....
GRAHAM... I can't forgive... I know I need to do it, so that I can fully experience my inner peace, be able to look at myself in the mirror, and see that I am free, a woman without conflicts, someone capable of loving himself.
I am a big believer in destiny, and I think I'll have to accept mine and fulfill what was written in the book of my life. Despite the paths showing us different directions, in the end we will arrive at what was predestined for us.
Thank you for the invitation to the Zoom Chat on sunday... Being with you is certainly the greatest joy we can feel.
Have a nice rest of the week, I hope to see you soon. Infinite blessings 🙏
India, I don’t know you, but I have a scripture that might help you, it’s in Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord,” plans to prosper you and not to harm you, They are plans to give you hope and a future. “ New International Version
India, will I see you on May 6 for the Painting class with Graham. I’m so excited to learn. God bless you!
Hello... Thank you for quoting this part of holy scripture... I am very lucky to have such good friends who, like Graham, are always willing to help us. I'm not on the Time Has Come platform, unfortunately, I won't be joining you for this event with Graham. God bless you. good weekend. Cheers🫶
Congratulations Graham on getting these wise words into a poem and sharing them to your community! This is a very insightful poem. One I'm going to keep somewhere, probably on a wall in my house for a reminder. It's THAT GOOD! If I may have permission to do so?
As I read the words in this poem what I think of is self-actualization only not just THAT because that's just in the physical as far as I understand it. But also a high level of spiritual maturity which I feel is our purpose for being here on earth today and for the rest of our minute little lives.
IMHO, We are here on this earth to complete a journey that prepares us for the next life. I am so grateful to be on this journey with you and the THC community. It's a divine journey that leads to a higher level of being, thinking and caring!
I did not directly answer your question though. So YES, this resonates with me. Very much so! Beautiful poem.
Great, poem Graham! For me life is what I make it. The reality I experience of the quality of my thoughts. Little by little day by day, my habits define me. What I do today is a reflection of what I will become tomorrow. Thanks again Graham as always, take care and thanks for being you.❤️
Dear Graham- Thank you for this poem! I have had 2 experiences and more but these times come to mind right now that brought me to my knees in prayer. The first was when my husband and I had a pretty profitable snack bar business and a flood struck in our area and wiped out most of our customers. Our business was pretty much gone. We both were devastated. When I prayed I fell to my knees with my husband at my side for help. In time he was offered an better job with good benefits. Another time was one of our great grand daughters had some health issues and I prayed on my knees asking for help. Now she is a sweet little 6 year old with no problems. The lesson I have learned as we move along on our journey of life Our Master is watching and waiting for us to ask for help. When we do we are given so many blessings we never dreamed could be possible. All we have to do is praise Him and appreciate His Blessings every day. You are one of my Blessings because you started this THC community and you have helped me in so many ways. God Bless you!
I love this reflection, as I have had many challenges in my life in relationships, experiences, and my own self worth. At times, on this life journey, I have felt unloved, betrayed, and disregarded. But when I step back and think about each situation and realize it has already happened, I can't change it, but what can I take away from it, what can I learn, What does God want me to take with me from this?
I find I can handle the situation better than I thought I would and I can move forward. It has allowed me to leave behind some toxic people that were in my life and spend my time with those I know support me and are a positive in my life. I don't need crowds of friends to make me feel good - a few good ones are just fine. And I hope I am a positive in their lives too. I try. All we can do is try.
I am going through some difficulties in my life for some time now, and your poetry does help me very much getting through it.
I do believe that one is born with destiny being set, everything happens for a reason and that God doesn't give you anything that you can't handle.
Our struggles and life experiences mold us to the person we are to become, which for me is humble, kind, strong, have faith, appreciate my blessings and be kind to others.
Being kind however in some instances may not positive since kindness may be mistaken for weakness. I have tried to change with no success, "this is me".
This life journey has made me stronger to welcome and face life's challenges and set goals which with faith I will overcome. I very much like to be kind to others, it does make me feel wonderful that I am able to make someone smile, give a little happiness :-) it is very gratifying. There needs to be more kindness in the world, if one person would choose to just smile to someone you may not know, the world would be a better place, we just don't know when that smile may be needed and make that person's day better.
Graham thank you so much for your inspiration!! can't wait for your new book, blessings !! :-)
Graham -- I think you’ve chosen a wonderful way to live. One can always learn... I would also add that as I’ve aged I believe it’s not always all about me -- that God is often using me in challenging times as an instrument or vehicle to help others. Can’t prove it or disprove it, but I love the thought. Xo
I love that thought too.
Good morning Graham! Sometimes I wonder if God is speaking to you and I at the same time! I can totally relate to what you're describing in this week's poem. I love it. At least two times in the last six months, I can totally see when I'm faced with a challenge, I'm definitely taught something from God, but it has also brought new opportunities into my life which leads me again out of my comfort zone because I've never done anything like these before. Six months ago, after facing that challenge, I drew closer in my relationship to Jesus Christ and doing the Bible Study was revealed. I've been eternally blessed with the Bible Study which we have tonight. Within the last month, I recently faced another similar challenge as the first. Both of these I let doubts and fears from Satan as I call it rule and I failed to take those lies and/or thoughts captive. I called on friends to help me pray my way through it. In the most recent one which I believe God has helped me rise above now, I was being taught again to be more vulnerable in my walk with Christ. I know this for several reasons because I truly believe God is definitely preparing me for something as He is for all of us I believe. When God reveals those new opportunities to me, I will have the faith to step outside of my comfort zone and do it, if I absolutely trust it is God's will and not my own. I've always found when you trust the will of God, He will lead the way, and it will be successful. He will supply all you need for that opportunity. There's an old hymn called, "Trust and Obey", for there's no other way, etc. that just came to mind as I'm writing this. All I know to do is let God is the master of my life, and He will guide me through the valleys when they come. To be honest, I absolutely hate the valleys, but I do know and trust God will always reveal the lessons learned. God will always guide me through the darkness as Jesus is the light, and He is the way, truth, and the life!
Amen
Good morning Graham, Thank you for yet another reflective poem. Thank you for your question, I will try to answer it correctly.
I find beauty between the lines, in what is behind the drawing. There is a purpose for every lesson in life, and it is important that we discover what that purpose is. Lessons make us grow and make us stronger.
I say this from experience, I've been through many difficulties, many adversities and many challenges. God was with me in all these moments, teaching me and making me strong, that's the
BEAUTY. 🙏❤️
Thank you for this poem Graham. I love the focus on life lessons and growth. Life is full of joys, plans, challenges, trials, unexpected events and never dreamed of adventures. For me, as time passes and life transitions happen looking backwards for life lessons is important but is quickly replaced with focusing forward and moving on. Declutter, forget, hope and move on. The next adventure awaits as we continue to learn and follow our life path. Thank you, Graham, for the inspiration you provide along the journey of life.
Graham, when I read the poem and listened to your reflection on it, I thought this is where my heart and mind have been these past couple of weeks....my inner world has been struggling to find inspiration and understanding of lessons from a past challenge, that have recently resurfaced. In my mind and heart, I thought I had accepted/learned all the challenge was teaching me, now I'm not so sure. Is there still more for me to learn, one more step to take, or am I just being reminded of the lesson? As I recently shared with you, I know my path is where God wants me to be, just not sure how I am to walk it, that's where my inner world is right now, looking for guidance. My faith has guided me in the past, I need to trust that it will guide me again. Thanks for another inspirational poem and your thoughts on guidance to appreciate and enjoy life! Hope the rest of your day was filled with enjoying the warm weather and the blessings of the day!
Thank you Graham for a beacon of light in a world that can be challenging and confusing. May you continue to impact countless lives in the years to come. You never know the true impact you have on those around you. What I learned is that I can have everything taken from me,but you can not take away the person who I’ve become. My resilience for being able to move through challenges and build up something from falling. Even in the darkest of times ,there is always hope. We can create a life we truly love without limitations. Don’t seek validation. Seek fulfillment and purpose. Every lesson of life has both ups and downs,positive and negatives situations. On top of that ,there are spiritual powers in this world that are trying to get us to lose hope. In the midst of difficult lessons or even a persecution,it can be easy to forget that God still present with us an in control. My challenges were my past medical while I was in a hospital bed our son thought I was asleep,and he was trying to lift his dad spirits and telling him “ dad mom is very stubborn she loves life she will make it” my husband just kneeled and sobbed. God has a plan and I stay positive,love fiercely ,and never give up. Cheers!
I wrote and posted on THC last February “ Members Creative Room “ title Lesson Learned.
Lucy, a great scripture is Jeremiah 29:11. God bless you 👍
I have that scripture in a leather bible cover that I read ever day
Graham Hello...
From my heart to your heart.
Wow... I had to read and reread your poem today.
I don't know how, this happens, but
"You can speak straight to my heart", maybe because I need your help so much, on the spiritual plane...
I'm currently facing a big conflict, inside my heart.
There is someone who hurt me a lot in the past, someone to whom I gave my life, my body, my love, my youth... Don't judge me for it, but I still live with this someone.
For having been brutally injured....
GRAHAM... I can't forgive... I know I need to do it, so that I can fully experience my inner peace, be able to look at myself in the mirror, and see that I am free, a woman without conflicts, someone capable of loving himself.
I am a big believer in destiny, and I think I'll have to accept mine and fulfill what was written in the book of my life. Despite the paths showing us different directions, in the end we will arrive at what was predestined for us.
Thank you for the invitation to the Zoom Chat on sunday... Being with you is certainly the greatest joy we can feel.
Have a nice rest of the week, I hope to see you soon. Infinite blessings 🙏
Cheers🥂 IndiaFreitas 🇧🇷 💙
India, I don’t know you, but I have a scripture that might help you, it’s in Jeremiah 29:11
“For I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord,” plans to prosper you and not to harm you, They are plans to give you hope and a future. “ New International Version
India, will I see you on May 6 for the Painting class with Graham. I’m so excited to learn. God bless you!
Hello... Thank you for quoting this part of holy scripture... I am very lucky to have such good friends who, like Graham, are always willing to help us. I'm not on the Time Has Come platform, unfortunately, I won't be joining you for this event with Graham. God bless you. good weekend. Cheers🫶
Congratulations Graham on getting these wise words into a poem and sharing them to your community! This is a very insightful poem. One I'm going to keep somewhere, probably on a wall in my house for a reminder. It's THAT GOOD! If I may have permission to do so?
As I read the words in this poem what I think of is self-actualization only not just THAT because that's just in the physical as far as I understand it. But also a high level of spiritual maturity which I feel is our purpose for being here on earth today and for the rest of our minute little lives.
IMHO, We are here on this earth to complete a journey that prepares us for the next life. I am so grateful to be on this journey with you and the THC community. It's a divine journey that leads to a higher level of being, thinking and caring!
I did not directly answer your question though. So YES, this resonates with me. Very much so! Beautiful poem.
God bless!
Great, poem Graham! For me life is what I make it. The reality I experience of the quality of my thoughts. Little by little day by day, my habits define me. What I do today is a reflection of what I will become tomorrow. Thanks again Graham as always, take care and thanks for being you.❤️
When you write Graham you write from a hopeful heart
Dear Graham- Thank you for this poem! I have had 2 experiences and more but these times come to mind right now that brought me to my knees in prayer. The first was when my husband and I had a pretty profitable snack bar business and a flood struck in our area and wiped out most of our customers. Our business was pretty much gone. We both were devastated. When I prayed I fell to my knees with my husband at my side for help. In time he was offered an better job with good benefits. Another time was one of our great grand daughters had some health issues and I prayed on my knees asking for help. Now she is a sweet little 6 year old with no problems. The lesson I have learned as we move along on our journey of life Our Master is watching and waiting for us to ask for help. When we do we are given so many blessings we never dreamed could be possible. All we have to do is praise Him and appreciate His Blessings every day. You are one of my Blessings because you started this THC community and you have helped me in so many ways. God Bless you!
Thank you Irene for your comment.
Thank you so much for your comment Deborah!
Thank you Linda Jane Brown for your comment.
You are talented young man. Life is what we make it. It is our choice. Thank you for this reminder of our life. Blessings to you on your journey.
I loved the poem Graham. You have inspired me again. Thank you! Love’ya!
I love this reflection, as I have had many challenges in my life in relationships, experiences, and my own self worth. At times, on this life journey, I have felt unloved, betrayed, and disregarded. But when I step back and think about each situation and realize it has already happened, I can't change it, but what can I take away from it, what can I learn, What does God want me to take with me from this?
I find I can handle the situation better than I thought I would and I can move forward. It has allowed me to leave behind some toxic people that were in my life and spend my time with those I know support me and are a positive in my life. I don't need crowds of friends to make me feel good - a few good ones are just fine. And I hope I am a positive in their lives too. I try. All we can do is try.
Hi Graham,
thank you so much for another beautiful poem.
I am going through some difficulties in my life for some time now, and your poetry does help me very much getting through it.
I do believe that one is born with destiny being set, everything happens for a reason and that God doesn't give you anything that you can't handle.
Our struggles and life experiences mold us to the person we are to become, which for me is humble, kind, strong, have faith, appreciate my blessings and be kind to others.
Being kind however in some instances may not positive since kindness may be mistaken for weakness. I have tried to change with no success, "this is me".
This life journey has made me stronger to welcome and face life's challenges and set goals which with faith I will overcome. I very much like to be kind to others, it does make me feel wonderful that I am able to make someone smile, give a little happiness :-) it is very gratifying. There needs to be more kindness in the world, if one person would choose to just smile to someone you may not know, the world would be a better place, we just don't know when that smile may be needed and make that person's day better.
Graham thank you so much for your inspiration!! can't wait for your new book, blessings !! :-)