Liberty Finally Speaks: the Discovery of Self: A Collection of Poetic Works

By Deneen Anderson

LIBERTY FINALLY SPEAKS! THE DISCOVERY OF SELF: A COLLECTION OF POETIC WORKS are the written emotional expressions of a life (covering a 30-year period) that included rejection, deep hurt, disappointments, fear, loneliness, repeated mistakes, and multiple failures. All of which could have been the death (both naturally & spiritually) of the individual. Instead, by the grace of Sovereign God, the collective experiences brought about life, liberty, and the discovery of self! The discovery of self-led to the discovery of purpose. The discovery of purpose led to the message of life: NOW IS THE TIME FOR LIBERTY! Read each poetic work inspired by real-life events and encounters. Experience the full emotional range of each work. Then, allow each of them to lead you to the discovery or enhancement of your true authentic self!

• Language: English
• Publisher: Trafford Publishing
• Release date: May 11, 2022
• ISBN: 9781698711805

Deneen Anderson

Deneen Anderson is CEO of MD Writers’ Alliance and has both a master’s and bachelor’s degree in nursing with over twenty-three years of clinical service in behavioral health. She is an ordained prophet & minister of the gospel, intercessor, and motivational speaker. She is an impassioned teacher and organizer of Time For Liberty Ministries, a non-denominational fellowship whose mission is to proclaim liberty to all!

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ISBN: 978-1-6987-1181-2 (sc)

ISBN: 978-1-6987-1182-9 (hc)

ISBN: 978-1-6987-1180-5 (e)

Library of Congress Control Number: 2022908265

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Cover design by Deneen Anderson

Edited by Julie Husbands: CEO of Kingdom Citizens Network

Spiritual contributions by Lawrence Deon Hill: Author of Ascension: An Effective Guide to Praying

Literary Coach: Michael Bart Mathews: CEO of The Mathews Entrepreneur Group USA

Author’s photos: Zerep Studios: [e-mail]

All scripture references are from the King James Version (KJV) and the English Standard Version (ESV) unless otherwise noted

Scripture quotations marked KJV are from the Holy Bible, King James Version (Authorized Version). First published in 1611. Quoted from the KJV Classic Reference Bible, Copyright © 1983 by The Zondervan Corporation.

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CONTENTS

Foreword

Acknowledgments

Special Dedication

Prequel: Time of Isolation

Introduction: Why the Title Liberty Finally Speaks?

Section 1: What’s Love Got to Do With It?

POEMS: He Is

Love

A Deeper Love

I Can’t Go On Without You

Love Is God

Without You

You’re Loved

Games People Play

All I Want Is Forever

I’ll Never Be Right

Is It Not There?

When Is Love True?

The Pain Of Love

Never

I Love You

If Only You Were Here

Emotions

They Say…I Say

Section 2: Personal Psalms

POEMS: Higher Than I

DO YOU SEE?

My Help

Why?

My Hope

My God

I Give You Praise

Section 3: Laughter: Good Like Medicine

POEMS: Gas Station Shefoolery

How Can They?

That’s Chicago!

Don’t Sleep On Ugly

My Flesh & I

That’s Chicago Too!

Section 4: Inspired To Be Me

POEMS: A Woman’s Worth

I Am

I Am Liberty

God Defines Me-Revised

I’m Encouraged

I Wear The Masks

Living Saved While Living Single

I Just Want To Live For You

Never Be Bound Again

Liberty Revised

Just Stand

Fearless

What Time Is It?

Freedom’s Cry

God Defines Me

I Am A Gift

I Am Grateful

In Your Presence

Limitless

My Life

A Mother’s Cry

Liberty Revised Again

Section 5: Poetic Composition I Kissed My Past Goodbye

Conclusion: My Journey to Self-Discovery

Self-Discovery Through Salvation

About The Author

FOREWORD

Sometimes trials and tribulations come to build character. In the period of transformation, molding, framing, and reframing takes place so you can be all that God has called you to be. As you read the heartfelt poetic words from Deneen’s past, see how God has set her free in the discovery of her true self. I pray that these poems bless you as they have blessed me. I pray they allow you to see there is freedom in Christ Jesus. In Him, you are free to be your authentic self and walk in your God-given kingdom authority to reign in life as a King!

~ Minister Cassie Reese,

APRN

LIBERTY FINALLY SPEAKS is a sensational read! Deneen Anderson is both gifted and talented. She truly displays the anointing of a scribe. Her poetry draws you into her thoughts allowing you to see and feel her journey to freedom. Deneen does a phenomenal job of reminding us that true freedom can only be obtained through Christ. I highly recommend this book!!

~ Margaret Jones-Jackson,

Executive Pastor,

Realtor

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

T o Elohim my Creator, Yeshua my Savior, and Adonai my Lord, I give all honor, glory, and praise! HALLELUJAH! I finally did it! One of your servants informed me that I would be a writer and author in 1997. Over the years, that initial word was confirmed multiple times. Delayed, but not denied! Thank you for your amazing grace, daily mercies, and patience.

To my children Antwan, Nakeesha, and Darius, my grandchildren (Gabriel, Christopher, Joshua, LJ, & Daryiana), and my godchildren (Zoey, Elicia, & Desirae), for you, I am building a legacy to leave a legacy. You all motivate and inspire me. I love you all to life! My charge to you is this: Whatever I do in life, exceed it greatly!

To my parents, Arthur Anderson and Bertha Kelly, your love is part of the reason I am here. Thank you for your abiding love and unwavering support. To my only biological sister Charlotte, this is for you! I also look forward to authoring your story. To all my nieces, nephews, and the rest of my family, move over and make room! I now add my literary gifts to the family’s pool of gifts and talents.

To my church family, Consuming Fire Kingdom Ministries, and all Apostolic Sons and Daughters, thank you for your prayers and words of encouragement. The first of many works is finally here!

To all who prophesied, prayed, encouraged, and repeatedly asked, When is your book coming? Thanks for not giving up on me!

Thank you, Coach Michael Bart Mathews, for consistently sharing your knowledge and challenging me. This is only the beginning!

To my spiritual father, Bishop Lawrence Deon Hill, thank you for your patience, wise counsel, and the consistent outpour of your revelatory insights and wisdom. I have grown tremendously under your servant leadership. I am grateful that you allowed me to serve as editor for your first of many writing projects. I look forward to our continued collaborations. The best is yet to come for us both! Who knew that our extensive family history (over 40 years and counting) would lead us to this place? God did and for that I am grateful!

Finally, to my godmother, Kathleen Barclay (rejoicing in the Lord’s presence), how I wish you were here to see me now! Thank you for that corner cleaning word over 20 years ago. You were to design my book cover, do my makeup, style my hair, and do my photoshoot for the book release. Now, who will do it? You had me looking fabulous at my 50th! For your labor of love and mentorship, I thank you! Love you, kiss you, mean it in my best Gramie voice!

SPECIAL DEDICATION

This collection of poetic works is dedicated to the unknown man

that challenged me years ago to freely express myself.

Crazy man in the store bothering me,