May I Remember
When my morning is busy and I have so much to do,
may I remember to slow down Lord and remember you.
When my world seems as if it is spinning out of control,
may I remember you calm the sea and I am good to go.
When my burdens grow heavy on these shoulders of mine,
may I remind myself of the cross you carried and I am fine.
When Satan temps me every single day,
may I remember how he tempted you and I will be o.k.
When I feel as if my prayers haven’t been heard,
may I remember your promise’s you gave me in your word.
When I feel pity on myself and I am down and out,
may I remember Thomas in your word and it removes all doubt.
Thank you God for all that you do.
may I remember to slow down Lord and remember you.
When my world seems as if it is spinning out of control,
may I remember you calm the sea and I am good to go.
When my burdens grow heavy on these shoulders of mine,
may I remind myself of the cross you carried and I am fine.
When Satan temps me every single day,
may I remember how he tempted you and I will be o.k.
When I feel as if my prayers haven’t been heard,
may I remember your promise’s you gave me in your word.
When I feel pity on myself and I am down and out,
may I remember Thomas in your word and it removes all doubt.
Thank you God for all that you do.
God Is Not Dead!
It’s everywhere, the virus, protesting, killing, and fighting.
We read about it in the paper, we see it on the internet and on T.V.
There is no escaping this turmoil and trouble as it shakes America
to it’s core compared to how she use to be.
Where is God in all of this?
The one and only who created the entire universe!
He is being pushed aside as this new way of life for us only
becomes worse and worse.
It is said, that history repeats itself and I believe it to be true.
The son of God walked on this earth years ago and he will return
for his people weather it be thousands or a few.
No Virus, no President, no Preacher man, no Genius nor Scientist can
change God’s plan.
He already knows what is to come.
Could it be that he is allowing all this chaos to get through to man?
He offers to all a time to repent and cleanse ones soul.
I wonder how many people young or old ask themselves, when their life
is over where will they go?
I thank God everyday because I know I could never survive life on my own.
It has taken me years but I know now I will spend eternity in my Heavenly home.
God is not dead, he is alive!
All you have to loose is your soul, so why not give him a try?
We read about it in the paper, we see it on the internet and on T.V.
There is no escaping this turmoil and trouble as it shakes America
to it’s core compared to how she use to be.
Where is God in all of this?
The one and only who created the entire universe!
He is being pushed aside as this new way of life for us only
becomes worse and worse.
It is said, that history repeats itself and I believe it to be true.
The son of God walked on this earth years ago and he will return
for his people weather it be thousands or a few.
No Virus, no President, no Preacher man, no Genius nor Scientist can
change God’s plan.
He already knows what is to come.
Could it be that he is allowing all this chaos to get through to man?
He offers to all a time to repent and cleanse ones soul.
I wonder how many people young or old ask themselves, when their life
is over where will they go?
I thank God everyday because I know I could never survive life on my own.
It has taken me years but I know now I will spend eternity in my Heavenly home.
God is not dead, he is alive!
All you have to loose is your soul, so why not give him a try?
My First and Your Last
You watched me take my first breath the day I was born.
Now as I sit here by your bedside my heart is broken
as I pray, cry, and morn.
Anytime now I know the Angels will come to carry you home.
I am not sure how life will be once you are gone.
I know you will be so happy to see Jesus, Pop, Granny, Daddy, and Leigh.
I suppose I am only being selfish but what will I do with me?
As I watch your breaths grow shallow I hold your hand so tight.
I was hoping to take you back home but to be honest mama
the doctor said he doubts you will live to midnight.
It hurts so bad knowing there is absolutely nothing I can do.
Yet as I watch you sleeping without suffering I can see our Lords
peace surrounding you.
Well, It’s 11:20 pm on October the 8th and mama you just passed.
You saw me take my first breath, I saw you take your last.
I love you always mama,
Jamie
Now as I sit here by your bedside my heart is broken
as I pray, cry, and morn.
Anytime now I know the Angels will come to carry you home.
I am not sure how life will be once you are gone.
I know you will be so happy to see Jesus, Pop, Granny, Daddy, and Leigh.
I suppose I am only being selfish but what will I do with me?
As I watch your breaths grow shallow I hold your hand so tight.
I was hoping to take you back home but to be honest mama
the doctor said he doubts you will live to midnight.
It hurts so bad knowing there is absolutely nothing I can do.
Yet as I watch you sleeping without suffering I can see our Lords
peace surrounding you.
Well, It’s 11:20 pm on October the 8th and mama you just passed.
You saw me take my first breath, I saw you take your last.
I love you always mama,
Jamie
May I Remember
When my morning is busy and I have so much to do,
may I remember to slow down Lord and remember you.
When my world seems as if it is spinning out of control,
may I remember you calm the sea and I am good to go.
When my burdens grow heavy on these shoulders of mine,
may I remind myself of the cross you carried and I am fine.
When Satan temps me every single day,
may I remember how he tempted you and I will be o.k.
When I feel as if my prayers haven’t been heard,
may I remember your promise’s you gave me in your word.
When I feel pity on myself and I am down and out,
may I remember Thomas in your word and it removes all doubt.
Thank you God for all that you do.
may I remember to slow down Lord and remember you.
When my world seems as if it is spinning out of control,
may I remember you calm the sea and I am good to go.
When my burdens grow heavy on these shoulders of mine,
may I remind myself of the cross you carried and I am fine.
When Satan temps me every single day,
may I remember how he tempted you and I will be o.k.
When I feel as if my prayers haven’t been heard,
may I remember your promise’s you gave me in your word.
When I feel pity on myself and I am down and out,
may I remember Thomas in your word and it removes all doubt.
Thank you God for all that you do.
God Is Not Dead!
It’s everywhere, the virus, protesting, killing, and fighting.
We read about it in the paper, we see it on the internet and on T.V.
There is no escaping this turmoil and trouble as it shakes America
to it’s core compared to how she use to be.
Where is God in all of this?
The one and only who created the entire universe!
He is being pushed aside as this new way of life for us only
becomes worse and worse.
It is said, that history repeats itself and I believe it to be true.
The son of God walked on this earth years ago and he will return
for his people weather it be thousands or a few.
No Virus, no President, no Preacher man, no Genius nor Scientist can
change God’s plan.
He already knows what is to come.
Could it be that he is allowing all this chaos to get through to man?
He offers to all a time to repent and cleanse ones soul.
I wonder how many people young or old ask themselves, when their life
is over where will they go?
I thank God everyday because I know I could never survive life on my own.
It has taken me years but I know now I will spend eternity in my Heavenly home.
God is not dead, he is alive!
All you have to loose is your soul, so why not give him a try?
We read about it in the paper, we see it on the internet and on T.V.
There is no escaping this turmoil and trouble as it shakes America
to it’s core compared to how she use to be.
Where is God in all of this?
The one and only who created the entire universe!
He is being pushed aside as this new way of life for us only
becomes worse and worse.
It is said, that history repeats itself and I believe it to be true.
The son of God walked on this earth years ago and he will return
for his people weather it be thousands or a few.
No Virus, no President, no Preacher man, no Genius nor Scientist can
change God’s plan.
He already knows what is to come.
Could it be that he is allowing all this chaos to get through to man?
He offers to all a time to repent and cleanse ones soul.
I wonder how many people young or old ask themselves, when their life
is over where will they go?
I thank God everyday because I know I could never survive life on my own.
It has taken me years but I know now I will spend eternity in my Heavenly home.
God is not dead, he is alive!
All you have to loose is your soul, so why not give him a try?
Joe
A man once was given a surprise by his close friend.
A dog of various mixes of breed.
He was a Heinz 57 indeed.
It was obvious he would never place first in show.
Such a humble, yet unattractive soul.
Just an ugly mutt is all his owner could see.
Yet he got him a nice doghouse and placed it
beneath a large oak tree.
Since he was a gift from a dear friend
the man could not tell him no.
To keep it simple he decided to call him "Joe".
He gave Joe fresh water and food everyday.
Yet the fact the dog was ugly created a negative attitude
that stood in the mans way.
As the dog sensed it, he began to become depressed.
The unwanted feeling brought weight loss and stress.
Joe's head was big but his small.
There was nothing about the dog the owner
seen in a positive way at all.
The fact he was extremely loyal was never noticed nor the fact
he would always bark when someone would come around.
Needless to say Joe was eventually taken to the pound.
One day a father and his little boy decided to get themselves
a dog they could call their own.
As they looked into the cages and saw the sad eyes of each dog
they wanted to take them all home.
Then all at once the child had an instant bond with Joe
right then and there.
Finally someone loved his big head, small body and matted hair.
Some ten years later Joe saved his family from a horrible fire one night.
From the intake of carbon monoxide and multiple burns
Joe had lost his life, but he won his fight.
While the press talked of this modern day hero , Joe also made
the front page news.
He was a mutt.
Yet there was nothing for his owner he would not do.
The previous man that was so negative of the dog
felt much shame.
He wish he had shown love to this special animal.
After all he gave him his name.
I am sure we all have had a Joe, maybe it was a friend, a family member
or maybe a husband or a wife.
So find the good and let go of the negative or else you may loose the greatest
blessing our Lord is trying to give you in life.
A dog of various mixes of breed.
He was a Heinz 57 indeed.
It was obvious he would never place first in show.
Such a humble, yet unattractive soul.
Just an ugly mutt is all his owner could see.
Yet he got him a nice doghouse and placed it
beneath a large oak tree.
Since he was a gift from a dear friend
the man could not tell him no.
To keep it simple he decided to call him "Joe".
He gave Joe fresh water and food everyday.
Yet the fact the dog was ugly created a negative attitude
that stood in the mans way.
As the dog sensed it, he began to become depressed.
The unwanted feeling brought weight loss and stress.
Joe's head was big but his small.
There was nothing about the dog the owner
seen in a positive way at all.
The fact he was extremely loyal was never noticed nor the fact
he would always bark when someone would come around.
Needless to say Joe was eventually taken to the pound.
One day a father and his little boy decided to get themselves
a dog they could call their own.
As they looked into the cages and saw the sad eyes of each dog
they wanted to take them all home.
Then all at once the child had an instant bond with Joe
right then and there.
Finally someone loved his big head, small body and matted hair.
Some ten years later Joe saved his family from a horrible fire one night.
From the intake of carbon monoxide and multiple burns
Joe had lost his life, but he won his fight.
While the press talked of this modern day hero , Joe also made
the front page news.
He was a mutt.
Yet there was nothing for his owner he would not do.
The previous man that was so negative of the dog
felt much shame.
He wish he had shown love to this special animal.
After all he gave him his name.
I am sure we all have had a Joe, maybe it was a friend, a family member
or maybe a husband or a wife.
So find the good and let go of the negative or else you may loose the greatest
blessing our Lord is trying to give you in life.
God
Before I entered into this world, God loved me.
Before my mother ever knew me, God knew me first.
When I cried my first tears, God dried them.
Before I ever walked,God carried me.
Until the age of accountability when I was a child,
God showed me leniency.
When I became a teenager running half wild,
God protected me.
When I became an adult, God offered me a choice.
When I received Salvation, God adopted me,
Now that I am grown, God still loves me.
As I grow older, God gives me wisdom.
With all the reasons I’ve gave God not to love me,
not none of them changed his mind.
Before my mother ever knew me, God knew me first.
When I cried my first tears, God dried them.
Before I ever walked,God carried me.
Until the age of accountability when I was a child,
God showed me leniency.
When I became a teenager running half wild,
God protected me.
When I became an adult, God offered me a choice.
When I received Salvation, God adopted me,
Now that I am grown, God still loves me.
As I grow older, God gives me wisdom.
With all the reasons I’ve gave God not to love me,
not none of them changed his mind.
The Seed of Guilt
For many,many years i struggled with a hugh
amount of guilt that lived with-in.
I knew my children loved me along with
maybe two or three friends.
They offered words of encouragement and
would say things of kindness and cheer.
For that instant i felt pretty good, yet those feelings
of no self- worth and no self- esteen were always near.
I carried the negative thoughts so long in my mind.
It grew into a tangled and twisted vine.
It absorbed all my energy every single day.
Exsisting at times was very difficult i must say.
Deep down inside my guilt was always there.
At times i would take a drink for some kind of relief but
true contentment wasn't anywhere.
I had my regrets, but who don't?
Yet living consumed by guilt is one thing i am sure
no one wants!
Unless you have been there, it is a hard thing to understand.
Guilt has terrible side effects that can possibly lead to death.
I have seen it happen with teenagers,any woman or any man.
To experience hurt,dissappointment and failure are emotions
we all will face.
But guilt can paralaze, consume and confine anyone to a
lonely, dark, and heavy place.
But there is hope for those in need.
However i must say there is only one way to be delivered
from bondage of this "guilty seed"
When in bondage to self guilt we are basically listening too
and believing in Satans every lie.
He doesn't want us to be happy, to love the lord.
He wants us to be beat down so low we can't even try.
If you are having thoughts constantly of every single thing
you've ever done wrong,
you are at a point of giving up and no longer care to carry on.
Please remember, your life can be turned around.
You have the same availability to find the same peace
i now have found.
Go to Jesus he knows it all.
Listen for him, read his word and i promise
you will see your wall of guilt began to fall.
amount of guilt that lived with-in.
I knew my children loved me along with
maybe two or three friends.
They offered words of encouragement and
would say things of kindness and cheer.
For that instant i felt pretty good, yet those feelings
of no self- worth and no self- esteen were always near.
I carried the negative thoughts so long in my mind.
It grew into a tangled and twisted vine.
It absorbed all my energy every single day.
Exsisting at times was very difficult i must say.
Deep down inside my guilt was always there.
At times i would take a drink for some kind of relief but
true contentment wasn't anywhere.
I had my regrets, but who don't?
Yet living consumed by guilt is one thing i am sure
no one wants!
Unless you have been there, it is a hard thing to understand.
Guilt has terrible side effects that can possibly lead to death.
I have seen it happen with teenagers,any woman or any man.
To experience hurt,dissappointment and failure are emotions
we all will face.
But guilt can paralaze, consume and confine anyone to a
lonely, dark, and heavy place.
But there is hope for those in need.
However i must say there is only one way to be delivered
from bondage of this "guilty seed"
When in bondage to self guilt we are basically listening too
and believing in Satans every lie.
He doesn't want us to be happy, to love the lord.
He wants us to be beat down so low we can't even try.
If you are having thoughts constantly of every single thing
you've ever done wrong,
you are at a point of giving up and no longer care to carry on.
Please remember, your life can be turned around.
You have the same availability to find the same peace
i now have found.
Go to Jesus he knows it all.
Listen for him, read his word and i promise
you will see your wall of guilt began to fall.
LOVE ???
As you look down on our country and all over the world
from the Heavens above,
God we know not the true definition of “Love”.
I do take your truth very serious God and I ask you
to instill in me your ways more and more each day.
God you know it isn’t easy learning to be more like you.
In this ever changing world only You have the answers
as to what we the people should do.
Love, the most used word we toss around and never even
know the true meaning of it toward others.
No matter our color or our religion you made us all as
sisters and brothers.
In the very beginning of Genesis your vengeance poured on
the evil of man kind.(Genesis 19:24)
God you said you would not destroy Sodom and Gomorrah
if 10 Godly men they could find.
Of course they couldn’t and you burned it to the ground. (Genesis 19:23)
Your word tells us in the beginning of wars, famines, killings
the lust of men, women and hatred was all around.
Many years ago man refused to follow your way.
And you are still the same God today.
Racism is of man not of God no matter if you are white, black or brown.
And God not one soul on this earth has endured the suffering as your son
did with Three Spikes and Thorns for a Crown.
If we want to know the truth about History we need to learn from the one
that created it all.
The Heavens, the Earth, the People, and even the Animals both large and small.
God promised no one a life free from hurt, disappointment and pain.
How can we live a life we think is better than our Creator that knows every hair
on our head and calls the Stars by name?
Where one believes, another denies.
Where one chooses to follow, another chooses to walk away.
The choice is up to each of us.
I know my God is true for he reveals his Love and Mercy to me everyday!
from the Heavens above,
God we know not the true definition of “Love”.
I do take your truth very serious God and I ask you
to instill in me your ways more and more each day.
God you know it isn’t easy learning to be more like you.
In this ever changing world only You have the answers
as to what we the people should do.
Love, the most used word we toss around and never even
know the true meaning of it toward others.
No matter our color or our religion you made us all as
sisters and brothers.
In the very beginning of Genesis your vengeance poured on
the evil of man kind.(Genesis 19:24)
God you said you would not destroy Sodom and Gomorrah
if 10 Godly men they could find.
Of course they couldn’t and you burned it to the ground. (Genesis 19:23)
Your word tells us in the beginning of wars, famines, killings
the lust of men, women and hatred was all around.
Many years ago man refused to follow your way.
And you are still the same God today.
Racism is of man not of God no matter if you are white, black or brown.
And God not one soul on this earth has endured the suffering as your son
did with Three Spikes and Thorns for a Crown.
If we want to know the truth about History we need to learn from the one
that created it all.
The Heavens, the Earth, the People, and even the Animals both large and small.
God promised no one a life free from hurt, disappointment and pain.
How can we live a life we think is better than our Creator that knows every hair
on our head and calls the Stars by name?
Where one believes, another denies.
Where one chooses to follow, another chooses to walk away.
The choice is up to each of us.
I know my God is true for he reveals his Love and Mercy to me everyday!
Ann’s Blessing
Ann awakes at 7:00 am as her feet slide into
her leopard bedroom shoes by her bed.
She makes her way to her morning coffee, sits down
at the table and meditates on the scripture she has read.
She reminds herself how much she takes for granted from
the Lord above.
She can’t even comprehend how much he cares for her
much less his unconditional Love.
Before she ever leaves her kitchen table she reminds herself
how much she is blessed.
How far God has brought her from her old ways of life
and how she suffered from sinners stress.
Knowing the truth but living a lie.
She could not forget what she had been taught.
How God’s only son was crucified and for her he died.
He was there all along and held her in the palm of his hand.
His love for her was greater than the grains of the oceans sand.
Oh how blessed Ann knows she is not just today but everyday.
And it’s all because God never threw her away!
her leopard bedroom shoes by her bed.
She makes her way to her morning coffee, sits down
at the table and meditates on the scripture she has read.
She reminds herself how much she takes for granted from
the Lord above.
She can’t even comprehend how much he cares for her
much less his unconditional Love.
Before she ever leaves her kitchen table she reminds herself
how much she is blessed.
How far God has brought her from her old ways of life
and how she suffered from sinners stress.
Knowing the truth but living a lie.
She could not forget what she had been taught.
How God’s only son was crucified and for her he died.
He was there all along and held her in the palm of his hand.
His love for her was greater than the grains of the oceans sand.
Oh how blessed Ann knows she is not just today but everyday.
And it’s all because God never threw her away!
America’s Independence
July the Fourth!!!
How can we not be thankful for Independence Day!
A day when United States became an Independent Nation.
But I wonder in todays world is our Freedom slipping away?
As every scripture in Gods truth becomes more real.
There is an unexplainable earie sense in the air that Gods
people can feel.
Unlike our past hardships and sorrows,
as a nation we pulled together and saw relief in our tomorrows.
It is different this time, just look around.
Farmers can’t explain the weather change, Politics is polluted
more than ever and this Pandemic is not slowing down.
To say it is only going to get worse is not being negative.
It is Gods word, for he tells us so.
Weather one chooses to believe it or not, he already knows.
I challenge any non-believer to read the Bible then twist it
and turn it any way you want and his truth will still bleed through.
There is no running or hiding from him for me or you.
Look at the plants, the weather and the stores.
A piece of our freedom is already gone.
Wear mask, stay six feet apart and better yet, just stay home!
I understand my opinion is like everyone else, just an opinion.
However I am a believer in God and Jesus Christ his son.
And the fall of this great nation has only begun.
I am just a messenger and nothing more.
I share what God shows me in his word and give warning.
Our Nation will never be what it once was before.
How can we not be thankful for Independence Day!
A day when United States became an Independent Nation.
But I wonder in todays world is our Freedom slipping away?
As every scripture in Gods truth becomes more real.
There is an unexplainable earie sense in the air that Gods
people can feel.
Unlike our past hardships and sorrows,
as a nation we pulled together and saw relief in our tomorrows.
It is different this time, just look around.
Farmers can’t explain the weather change, Politics is polluted
more than ever and this Pandemic is not slowing down.
To say it is only going to get worse is not being negative.
It is Gods word, for he tells us so.
Weather one chooses to believe it or not, he already knows.
I challenge any non-believer to read the Bible then twist it
and turn it any way you want and his truth will still bleed through.
There is no running or hiding from him for me or you.
Look at the plants, the weather and the stores.
A piece of our freedom is already gone.
Wear mask, stay six feet apart and better yet, just stay home!
I understand my opinion is like everyone else, just an opinion.
However I am a believer in God and Jesus Christ his son.
And the fall of this great nation has only begun.
I am just a messenger and nothing more.
I share what God shows me in his word and give warning.
Our Nation will never be what it once was before.
Young People
This Covid 19 has changed our lifestyle to say the least.
So many across the globe have even lost their lives
to this viral beast.
Many are struggling to save their homes,
their jobs, their vehicles.
As this mass of destruction continues on.
Hopefully Americas young people that have food,
clothes and a place to live,
will learn through this virus how blessed they are and
the sacrifices made daily that others give.
While we all hope this Pandemic passes in a month or two,
what about our Soldiers and First Responders?
There is no end for the sacrifices that come with protecting me and you.
Why we complain about Social Distancing and staying glued to our phone,
our Hero’s are saving our lives, getting dismembered, suffering PTSD and
praying for a time to see their families much less go home.
So no matter where you are and the shape your in,
imagine for a moment the things our Soldiers have seen and the places
they’ve been.
Every school in America should make it mandatory for 7th graders
to take a field trip to our hospitals housing our DAV!
If it doesn’t have a lasting impression of brokenness and empathy,
what else would it take for our young people to see?
There is so much happening all over the world today.
My hope is that the parents of our young people
tell them about Jesus and teach them to pray.
God is serious and who knows he may come today!
So many across the globe have even lost their lives
to this viral beast.
Many are struggling to save their homes,
their jobs, their vehicles.
As this mass of destruction continues on.
Hopefully Americas young people that have food,
clothes and a place to live,
will learn through this virus how blessed they are and
the sacrifices made daily that others give.
While we all hope this Pandemic passes in a month or two,
what about our Soldiers and First Responders?
There is no end for the sacrifices that come with protecting me and you.
Why we complain about Social Distancing and staying glued to our phone,
our Hero’s are saving our lives, getting dismembered, suffering PTSD and
praying for a time to see their families much less go home.
So no matter where you are and the shape your in,
imagine for a moment the things our Soldiers have seen and the places
they’ve been.
Every school in America should make it mandatory for 7th graders
to take a field trip to our hospitals housing our DAV!
If it doesn’t have a lasting impression of brokenness and empathy,
what else would it take for our young people to see?
There is so much happening all over the world today.
My hope is that the parents of our young people
tell them about Jesus and teach them to pray.
God is serious and who knows he may come today!
These Times of Dread
I ask myself daily, What is the World coming too?
Then I have to remind myself of God’s word.
And what he said he would do. ( Rev 22:6-7)
We search for peace, we protest and rally about fairness.(Luke 17:24-25)
Yet the God I serve tells me this world will only get worse.
He will come for his children and take them above. (Thes 4:16-18)
Since the beginning of time, before Jesus walked on this earth
Wars and Kings of wars fought over their differences, their
demand for power and prestige. ( 1Sm 4:1-11)
There were battles fought through out the far Eastern land.
Their were believers and unbelievers even after Christ came.
This Spiritual Warfare has always remained the same.
But for those who believe in God, we read where he was in
control of all things then as well as all things of today. (Prv 3:5-6)
In order for his truth to be revealed,
our world will go according to his will and his way.
He punished the wicked but there were times the innocent
suffered as well. (Job 2: 6-7)
To the point of death and even his own son’s crucifixion. (Matt 27:50)
His final finally for us will be Heaven or Hell. (Rev 20:15)
But as Gods people we must remember in the mist of it all,
this time of dread is our Master’s plan.
No Government, No CDC, Protesting nor Malice will ever
out rule the power when it comes to God verses Man! (Rev 20:10)
The one true God has never been proven not to exist.
And the train to Glory is surly the one I don’t plan to miss!
Then I have to remind myself of God’s word.
And what he said he would do. ( Rev 22:6-7)
We search for peace, we protest and rally about fairness.(Luke 17:24-25)
Yet the God I serve tells me this world will only get worse.
He will come for his children and take them above. (Thes 4:16-18)
Since the beginning of time, before Jesus walked on this earth
Wars and Kings of wars fought over their differences, their
demand for power and prestige. ( 1Sm 4:1-11)
There were battles fought through out the far Eastern land.
Their were believers and unbelievers even after Christ came.
This Spiritual Warfare has always remained the same.
But for those who believe in God, we read where he was in
control of all things then as well as all things of today. (Prv 3:5-6)
In order for his truth to be revealed,
our world will go according to his will and his way.
He punished the wicked but there were times the innocent
suffered as well. (Job 2: 6-7)
To the point of death and even his own son’s crucifixion. (Matt 27:50)
His final finally for us will be Heaven or Hell. (Rev 20:15)
But as Gods people we must remember in the mist of it all,
this time of dread is our Master’s plan.
No Government, No CDC, Protesting nor Malice will ever
out rule the power when it comes to God verses Man! (Rev 20:10)
The one true God has never been proven not to exist.
And the train to Glory is surly the one I don’t plan to miss!
Grace and a Prayer
Grace was at a place where her feelings out weighed
her Faith by far.
At the tender age of 16 all she thought about was her
boyfriend and getting a car.
Grace had accepted Jesus into her heart as a young girl.
But that didn’t mean she would never feel pain nor
have the temptations of the world.
I know I have put Jesus many times on the shelf.
Grace tucked him beside her favorite Teddy Bear
and left.
She knew God and she knew his son.
But at 16 she just wanted to have fun.
Her and her boyfriend were about as compatible
as striking a match to gasoline.
Fussing and fighting but yet she says he is her
Prince Charming, the guy of her dreams.
Grace could not understand that Love is patient
and Love is kind.
It is not having someone that wants to control you
and manipulate your mind.
One thing and the most important thing is that
Jesus will hold her in the palm of his hand.
He already knows who she will marry if she will
only wait for his plan.
The devil likes nothing more than to bring confusion and
lies to a young heart.
His job is to turn daughters against mothers and rip
their family apart.
Grace thinks her family is against her but it is only
because they care.
They know God is all about intervening when
they go to him in prayer.
His will isn’t always easy but it is always right.
Thank God for a mother and Daddy that pray
for their children day and night.
Parents teach your children about Jesus so they
will never have to fight life’s battle’s alone.
It all begins at home.
her Faith by far.
At the tender age of 16 all she thought about was her
boyfriend and getting a car.
Grace had accepted Jesus into her heart as a young girl.
But that didn’t mean she would never feel pain nor
have the temptations of the world.
I know I have put Jesus many times on the shelf.
Grace tucked him beside her favorite Teddy Bear
and left.
She knew God and she knew his son.
But at 16 she just wanted to have fun.
Her and her boyfriend were about as compatible
as striking a match to gasoline.
Fussing and fighting but yet she says he is her
Prince Charming, the guy of her dreams.
Grace could not understand that Love is patient
and Love is kind.
It is not having someone that wants to control you
and manipulate your mind.
One thing and the most important thing is that
Jesus will hold her in the palm of his hand.
He already knows who she will marry if she will
only wait for his plan.
The devil likes nothing more than to bring confusion and
lies to a young heart.
His job is to turn daughters against mothers and rip
their family apart.
Grace thinks her family is against her but it is only
because they care.
They know God is all about intervening when
they go to him in prayer.
His will isn’t always easy but it is always right.
Thank God for a mother and Daddy that pray
for their children day and night.
Parents teach your children about Jesus so they
will never have to fight life’s battle’s alone.
It all begins at home.
I Can
I can dress myself in stylish clothes.
I can plant a rose bush and watch it grow.
I can drive a BMW or I can drive an old truck.
I can climb the ladder of success or I can try
to get by on a couple of bucks.
I can live in a mansion or I can pitch a tent!
I can have a thirty year mortgage or I can
forget about property taxes and pay rent.
I can travel and see many beautiful places
and things in this world.
Or I can live in a cabin in the hills and just be
a hermit kind of girl.
But all in all no matter where I go or what I can be
without Jesus my life will always lead to dead ends
and misery.
I can plant a rose bush and watch it grow.
I can drive a BMW or I can drive an old truck.
I can climb the ladder of success or I can try
to get by on a couple of bucks.
I can live in a mansion or I can pitch a tent!
I can have a thirty year mortgage or I can
forget about property taxes and pay rent.
I can travel and see many beautiful places
and things in this world.
Or I can live in a cabin in the hills and just be
a hermit kind of girl.
But all in all no matter where I go or what I can be
without Jesus my life will always lead to dead ends
and misery.
Nana
Today is a special day.
It’s a day to celebrate Mothers everywhere.
Take the time to tell yours you love her and show her
how much you care.
Their is one less Mother in our Family this year.
It is so hard to believe that our sweet Na,na is
no longer here.
They will be no trip made to go see her for
she is with her Father in her Heavenly home.
Oh how we all miss seeing her and hearing her
sweet voice on the phone.
She was the glue that held the family together for so long.
It was her strength that made us strong.
It was her faith that inspired us to believe and trust in God alone.
She touched so many lives and expected nothing in return.
Her leaving us so sudden was never a question of concern.
Not one of us know when our time on this earth is done.
But we do know as for as worries and pain Na,na now has none.
We must be patient for now and continue to pray.
And although you aren’t here with us we know you are having
one Heavenly time on Mothers Day!
It’s a day to celebrate Mothers everywhere.
Take the time to tell yours you love her and show her
how much you care.
Their is one less Mother in our Family this year.
It is so hard to believe that our sweet Na,na is
no longer here.
They will be no trip made to go see her for
she is with her Father in her Heavenly home.
Oh how we all miss seeing her and hearing her
sweet voice on the phone.
She was the glue that held the family together for so long.
It was her strength that made us strong.
It was her faith that inspired us to believe and trust in God alone.
She touched so many lives and expected nothing in return.
Her leaving us so sudden was never a question of concern.
Not one of us know when our time on this earth is done.
But we do know as for as worries and pain Na,na now has none.
We must be patient for now and continue to pray.
And although you aren’t here with us we know you are having
one Heavenly time on Mothers Day!
A Mother
A mother gives her child more than she ever gives to herself.
She will give and give until nothing is left.
She works her fingers to the bone to keep clothes on her child’s back,
and shoes on their feet.
When her child is sick she takes them to the doctor, she cooks their
meals, washes their clothes and has very little time to be loving and sweet.
A mother sees her child’s homework is always done and provides lunch
money for school.
She is always there in a time of need and for her child there is nothing
she would not do.
Even if her son or daughter goes to jail, she is the first one there to
bail them out.
She stands proudly by her child and her love has no limits, not even a doubt.
So children once you have grown up, remember your mother owes you nothing ,
so treat her with respect and thank her for all she has done.
For when it comes to “A Mother” you only have one.
She will give and give until nothing is left.
She works her fingers to the bone to keep clothes on her child’s back,
and shoes on their feet.
When her child is sick she takes them to the doctor, she cooks their
meals, washes their clothes and has very little time to be loving and sweet.
A mother sees her child’s homework is always done and provides lunch
money for school.
She is always there in a time of need and for her child there is nothing
she would not do.
Even if her son or daughter goes to jail, she is the first one there to
bail them out.
She stands proudly by her child and her love has no limits, not even a doubt.
So children once you have grown up, remember your mother owes you nothing ,
so treat her with respect and thank her for all she has done.
For when it comes to “A Mother” you only have one.
All have sinned
I know there has ever only been one that walked this earth
and was perfect in every way.
Jesus Christ
All have sinned and wondered astray.
But the greatest thing of all is that this man died for each of us and
through his blood our past,present, and future sins are washed away.
His Father gave him as a sacrifice so that you and i may have eternal
life in heaven if we were to die today.
God keeps no record of wrong doing nor does he have a scale that
weighs one sin as being big and another being small.
Sin is sin and he hates them all.
No matter where we come from or where we are right now,
In scripture, The sinner’s prayer Romans 10:10 will tell you how.
Can you imagine being adopted by the King of Kings!
It doesn’t mean you will never have problems once you are saved,
but if you rely on him he gives you strength to conquer anything.
He can become the junkies drug, the alcoholics drink.
He can mend the broken chains in life together and destroy the weakest link.
He can comfort the depressed and rebuild a broken home.
He can be the comforter to one who is sad and all alone.
All you have to do is believe without doubt and repent of your sins.
I guarantee your life will never be the same again.
The Covid-19
I suppose when it comes to our great country we can’t help
but ask ourselves what is going on?
A Pandemic that is spreading across America like we have never seen
or never known.
Is our Government behind it all?
I can’t help but wonder as i see our population of mostly our elders,
take a deadly fall.
We have been ordered to stay in our homes.
This virus in the U.S is in its peak and will hopefully soon be gone.
Or is it God’s wrath warning us all, that he is in control!
No matter the reason one thing is for certain the future
only he knows.
God’s word tells us of plagues, diseases and natural disasters
that took place way back in Biblical days.
To all unbelievers take heed, he will have the last say.
How can one live during such a time as this and not think
about dying?
Without Faith i would be scared, worried, afraid and crying.
But through it all God’s people know his will, will be done.
There is nowhere to hide and nowhere to run.
We live in such a self seeking world today.
Generation after Generation we see God’s law rapidly fading away.
Is this virus what America needs to get it back where it belongs?
Will we realize what is most important and embrace the small
things before their all gone?
I know in time America will know her fate.
I just pray the lost souls will find Jesus Christ before it is to late.
but ask ourselves what is going on?
A Pandemic that is spreading across America like we have never seen
or never known.
Is our Government behind it all?
I can’t help but wonder as i see our population of mostly our elders,
take a deadly fall.
We have been ordered to stay in our homes.
This virus in the U.S is in its peak and will hopefully soon be gone.
Or is it God’s wrath warning us all, that he is in control!
No matter the reason one thing is for certain the future
only he knows.
God’s word tells us of plagues, diseases and natural disasters
that took place way back in Biblical days.
To all unbelievers take heed, he will have the last say.
How can one live during such a time as this and not think
about dying?
Without Faith i would be scared, worried, afraid and crying.
But through it all God’s people know his will, will be done.
There is nowhere to hide and nowhere to run.
We live in such a self seeking world today.
Generation after Generation we see God’s law rapidly fading away.
Is this virus what America needs to get it back where it belongs?
Will we realize what is most important and embrace the small
things before their all gone?
I know in time America will know her fate.
I just pray the lost souls will find Jesus Christ before it is to late.
A New Day!
Good Morning Self!
Today is a brand new day so how might i choose to live it?
How will i respond to whatever comes my way?
I am in charge of how i think, how i act and what i say!
This is my choice and no one can make it but me!
Sure i have worries and could spend this whole day just
thinking about how i wish my life could be.
I can choose to entertain negative thoughts in my head.
I am sure i will be greatly depressed by the time i go to bed.
My thinking can even be responsible as to how i feel.
If i choose to be negative today i will become exhausted and ill.
Or i can talk to my Jesus and send up a little prayer.
Then i will have a positive attitude just knowing he’s there!
He filters my mind and restoreth my soul.
He knows exactly what i need to help me grow.
So which will it be on this brand new day?
I believe i will walk with Jesus all the way!!!!
Today is a brand new day so how might i choose to live it?
How will i respond to whatever comes my way?
I am in charge of how i think, how i act and what i say!
This is my choice and no one can make it but me!
Sure i have worries and could spend this whole day just
thinking about how i wish my life could be.
I can choose to entertain negative thoughts in my head.
I am sure i will be greatly depressed by the time i go to bed.
My thinking can even be responsible as to how i feel.
If i choose to be negative today i will become exhausted and ill.
Or i can talk to my Jesus and send up a little prayer.
Then i will have a positive attitude just knowing he’s there!
He filters my mind and restoreth my soul.
He knows exactly what i need to help me grow.
So which will it be on this brand new day?
I believe i will walk with Jesus all the way!!!!
The Picture
There wasn’t many things Annette expected nor ask for
from her dad through the years.
Maybe it was because of his unstable parenting due to alcoholism.
Maybe it was the rejection of him saying no that she feared.
However there was one particular thing she ask for a many years ago.
It was a picture that her dad’s doctor had given him as a gift.
He told her when he died she could have the picture she loved so.
Years later Annette paid a visit to her step mom to ask about the picture.
It had been a couple of months since her dad had passed on.
His wife told her that she really wanted to keep the picture until she died.
Then she could claim it and make it her own.
After a couple of years her stepmom passed away.
So Annette went to require about the picture again and her stepmom’s
sister had some discouraging things to say.
She said her sister told her the pictures whereabouts were unknown.
Broken hearted Annette could not believe her Dad’s picture was gone.
Seven years later Annette had a visit from a friend that had bought
a piece of land beside her stepmom and dads old place.
A look of disbelief came upon Annette’s face.
After seven whole years could her friend maybe know something about
the picture she thought was long gone?
Annette meationed the picture and within a few seconds her friend was
on the phone.
Her friends new neighbor had the picture hanging on his wall.
Annette had her picture in her arms about an hour after her friends call.
The only explanation for this was simply God intervened and worked
it all out.
Annette says it was just another way of telling others what a miracle
is all about.
from her dad through the years.
Maybe it was because of his unstable parenting due to alcoholism.
Maybe it was the rejection of him saying no that she feared.
However there was one particular thing she ask for a many years ago.
It was a picture that her dad’s doctor had given him as a gift.
He told her when he died she could have the picture she loved so.
Years later Annette paid a visit to her step mom to ask about the picture.
It had been a couple of months since her dad had passed on.
His wife told her that she really wanted to keep the picture until she died.
Then she could claim it and make it her own.
After a couple of years her stepmom passed away.
So Annette went to require about the picture again and her stepmom’s
sister had some discouraging things to say.
She said her sister told her the pictures whereabouts were unknown.
Broken hearted Annette could not believe her Dad’s picture was gone.
Seven years later Annette had a visit from a friend that had bought
a piece of land beside her stepmom and dads old place.
A look of disbelief came upon Annette’s face.
After seven whole years could her friend maybe know something about
the picture she thought was long gone?
Annette meationed the picture and within a few seconds her friend was
on the phone.
Her friends new neighbor had the picture hanging on his wall.
Annette had her picture in her arms about an hour after her friends call.
The only explanation for this was simply God intervened and worked
it all out.
Annette says it was just another way of telling others what a miracle
is all about.
Garbage
Young Billy Jackson was learning early how to do his chores.
His parents believed it was a good thing to give Billy responsibility at an early age.
Every weekend he had to empty the garbage and clean the glass on the storm door.
Taking out the garbage was a stinky job, yet he knew it had to be done
before he could go outside and play.
Years ago, after so many bags of garbage filled a fifty five barrel drum
it would eventually have to be burned.
I never knew me seeing Billy empty his garbage every Saturday would
bring forth somewhat of a lesson i would later learn.
By the age of thirty five my mind had became filled with bags of garbage
and i knew i could not just burn it like Billy’s dad did years ago.
So where did this unwanted garbage come from and how did i leave it behind?
Contentment and happiness is two things a restless soul never finds.
Satan is the most powerful source of evil and if i allow him to he will
poison my mind every single day.
He is sneaky, he knows my weakness, and he is always trying to get in my way.
But oh have i got news for the devil these days!
Jesus Christ has invested his power in me to fight off any kind of garbage.
He has renewed my mind and set me free!
I will now surround myself with those who truly love him and celebrate me!
His parents believed it was a good thing to give Billy responsibility at an early age.
Every weekend he had to empty the garbage and clean the glass on the storm door.
Taking out the garbage was a stinky job, yet he knew it had to be done
before he could go outside and play.
Years ago, after so many bags of garbage filled a fifty five barrel drum
it would eventually have to be burned.
I never knew me seeing Billy empty his garbage every Saturday would
bring forth somewhat of a lesson i would later learn.
By the age of thirty five my mind had became filled with bags of garbage
and i knew i could not just burn it like Billy’s dad did years ago.
So where did this unwanted garbage come from and how did i leave it behind?
Contentment and happiness is two things a restless soul never finds.
Satan is the most powerful source of evil and if i allow him to he will
poison my mind every single day.
He is sneaky, he knows my weakness, and he is always trying to get in my way.
But oh have i got news for the devil these days!
Jesus Christ has invested his power in me to fight off any kind of garbage.
He has renewed my mind and set me free!
I will now surround myself with those who truly love him and celebrate me!
As I Age
As i grow closer to the senior side of life
many things have become more clear to me.
Constant changes from how i use to be.
I see the names of those i went to school with
in the obituaries that have now passed on.
They have reached there final destination and as
we knew them on this earth they are forever gone.
Hopefully as we age and go through the stages
of our lives we become better human beings to
ourselves and to another.
To be less selfish of our flesh and have more
compassion toward all others.
God reminds me of the things i take for granted
everyday.
Weather it be a person or a thing in the blink of an eye
he can take it or them away.
In death sometimes it is sudden and sometimes God gives
us warning to prepare ourselves for a devastating loss.
How does one deal with such grief when they believe not
in Jesus and his death on the cross?
As a youngster i could hardly wait until i was grown.
Now the older i become i realize how blessed i am to
be preparing for my eternal home.
We all age differently but in time, death will have it’s way.
Through all my failures and all my accomplishments my
greatest legacy will be the life i have chosen to live today.
many things have become more clear to me.
Constant changes from how i use to be.
I see the names of those i went to school with
in the obituaries that have now passed on.
They have reached there final destination and as
we knew them on this earth they are forever gone.
Hopefully as we age and go through the stages
of our lives we become better human beings to
ourselves and to another.
To be less selfish of our flesh and have more
compassion toward all others.
God reminds me of the things i take for granted
everyday.
Weather it be a person or a thing in the blink of an eye
he can take it or them away.
In death sometimes it is sudden and sometimes God gives
us warning to prepare ourselves for a devastating loss.
How does one deal with such grief when they believe not
in Jesus and his death on the cross?
As a youngster i could hardly wait until i was grown.
Now the older i become i realize how blessed i am to
be preparing for my eternal home.
We all age differently but in time, death will have it’s way.
Through all my failures and all my accomplishments my
greatest legacy will be the life i have chosen to live today.
Memories
In my photographic memory i have many albums that lie quietly
in the corners of my mind.
Each picture can take me back to another place and time.
Some make me laugh, some make me sad, some make me happy
and of course some make me cry.
Yet not all tears are bad.
I remember i cried many tears when Jesus saved me.
They were the most joyful tears i’ve ever had.
My family bring me tears of joy as well.
I know all our memories have some sort of story they tell.
Life and Death can break us into sometimes and leave us feeling
as though we can no longer go on.
But when we reach for our album of memories we find strength to
move forward and acceptance for those that are gone.
I thank God for memories.
He gives them to us so that in January, roses are all we see.
in the corners of my mind.
Each picture can take me back to another place and time.
Some make me laugh, some make me sad, some make me happy
and of course some make me cry.
Yet not all tears are bad.
I remember i cried many tears when Jesus saved me.
They were the most joyful tears i’ve ever had.
My family bring me tears of joy as well.
I know all our memories have some sort of story they tell.
Life and Death can break us into sometimes and leave us feeling
as though we can no longer go on.
But when we reach for our album of memories we find strength to
move forward and acceptance for those that are gone.
I thank God for memories.
He gives them to us so that in January, roses are all we see.
Like a Jigsaw Puzzle
I have compared my life often to that of a jigsaw puzzle.
It’s pieces scattered all over the dinning room table.
First of all we know in order to fit the pieces together in
their rightful place it must rest on something flat and stable.
As the pieces ly scattered so many of them look as if they are
shaped the same way.
Like life, our days are our pieces.
We have our routein and we do the same thing over and over everyday.
When working on a puzzle i know i have had it almost done and realize
a certain piece can not be found!
I look everywhere, on the table , on the floor, under the
furniture and all around.
Like life, our circumstances are our pieces that we expect to fall into place
as our daily routine moves right along.
Unfortuantly we never know when something may go terribly wrong.
One piece can keep us from moving on.
Then as we struggle with our unwanted piece, we step back and look
only to find we have a whole heap of pieces in one pile.
Like life, our pieces have became our problems and this is when i wish
i could step away from it for a while.
When doing a puzzle i can leave it and not work on it for a week or two.
Then when i do it’s like starting all over and my mind is renewed.
However with life it’s pieces are for more difficult than the ones i put together
for fun.
We make progress, we learn, we grow from our pieces, yet as long as we
are living we will never be done.
But when we draw our last breath, our final piece will fall
in it’s place for all the world to see.
And my life like a jigsaw puzzle will be complete.
My reputation will only be meaningless pieces thats left of me.
It’s pieces scattered all over the dinning room table.
First of all we know in order to fit the pieces together in
their rightful place it must rest on something flat and stable.
As the pieces ly scattered so many of them look as if they are
shaped the same way.
Like life, our days are our pieces.
We have our routein and we do the same thing over and over everyday.
When working on a puzzle i know i have had it almost done and realize
a certain piece can not be found!
I look everywhere, on the table , on the floor, under the
furniture and all around.
Like life, our circumstances are our pieces that we expect to fall into place
as our daily routine moves right along.
Unfortuantly we never know when something may go terribly wrong.
One piece can keep us from moving on.
Then as we struggle with our unwanted piece, we step back and look
only to find we have a whole heap of pieces in one pile.
Like life, our pieces have became our problems and this is when i wish
i could step away from it for a while.
When doing a puzzle i can leave it and not work on it for a week or two.
Then when i do it’s like starting all over and my mind is renewed.
However with life it’s pieces are for more difficult than the ones i put together
for fun.
We make progress, we learn, we grow from our pieces, yet as long as we
are living we will never be done.
But when we draw our last breath, our final piece will fall
in it’s place for all the world to see.
And my life like a jigsaw puzzle will be complete.
My reputation will only be meaningless pieces thats left of me.
Thanksgiving
As families come together during this Thanksgiving time,
I know I am so blessed to have mine.
As we grow we learn the value of our own families more so
than ever before.
We see the blessings bestowed upon us as one by one they walk
through our door.
We see the once tiny babies that now can walk , we see how much all the
teenagers have grown.
And we see our own children that have became parents of their own.
Our great Grandparents show us how fragile life is and how quickly time passes
as the pages of their lives began to fold.
And us Grandparents, brothers and sisters, well we realize we too are growing old.
For the loss of our dear loved ones God has already called home,
we find is still just as faithful and gives us his Grace to continue on.
The turkey, ham and all the fixins are a blessing but may we always be
thankful for everything and remember to give.
Not just once a year at Thanksgiving but everyday we live. Happy Thanksgiving (Eph 5:20)
I know I am so blessed to have mine.
As we grow we learn the value of our own families more so
than ever before.
We see the blessings bestowed upon us as one by one they walk
through our door.
We see the once tiny babies that now can walk , we see how much all the
teenagers have grown.
And we see our own children that have became parents of their own.
Our great Grandparents show us how fragile life is and how quickly time passes
as the pages of their lives began to fold.
And us Grandparents, brothers and sisters, well we realize we too are growing old.
For the loss of our dear loved ones God has already called home,
we find is still just as faithful and gives us his Grace to continue on.
The turkey, ham and all the fixins are a blessing but may we always be
thankful for everything and remember to give.
Not just once a year at Thanksgiving but everyday we live. Happy Thanksgiving (Eph 5:20)
Toxic
Some things in this world just don’t mix.
I remember as a child drinking Castor Oil and
Orange Juice for a quick fix.
The oil and juice would separate and if you could stand
to get past the oil the juice was a piece of cake.
One of those old time remedies that some folks may actually
still take.
As people we also can invite other people into our lives that
we can not mix with no matter how hard we try.
It stirs up an emotional turmoil that brings forth bitterness,
and often forms a chain of never ending manipulation and lies.
Three days can be wonderful but the next four days of fussing
and arguing destroy those few days of peace and getting along.
It is amazing how our personalities can switch in the blink of
an eye like i’ve often heard it written in a country song.
Some personalities when mixing together can become as
toxic as pouring gas on the fire.
Could it be where one is weak the need to control fills their
own selfish desires?
The toxins between two people can be so draining that it’s
physical side effects began to show.
Weather it be you or the other, someone needs to go.
This toxic mixture can destroy a person and in some cases it has
lead to death.
A cyclone of emotions that can explode like a mobile home doused
in Crystal Meth.
A toxic relationship can quickly turn into dangerous situation.
Even if a toxic relationship isn’t severe it still can only lead to
a world of misery with a lifetime of complications.
When such toxic is between two people it creates a ripple effect
that poisons family members and so many others.
We can become so amunned to it that we convince ourselves it is
Love and never expect more from one another.
I remember as a child drinking Castor Oil and
Orange Juice for a quick fix.
The oil and juice would separate and if you could stand
to get past the oil the juice was a piece of cake.
One of those old time remedies that some folks may actually
still take.
As people we also can invite other people into our lives that
we can not mix with no matter how hard we try.
It stirs up an emotional turmoil that brings forth bitterness,
and often forms a chain of never ending manipulation and lies.
Three days can be wonderful but the next four days of fussing
and arguing destroy those few days of peace and getting along.
It is amazing how our personalities can switch in the blink of
an eye like i’ve often heard it written in a country song.
Some personalities when mixing together can become as
toxic as pouring gas on the fire.
Could it be where one is weak the need to control fills their
own selfish desires?
The toxins between two people can be so draining that it’s
physical side effects began to show.
Weather it be you or the other, someone needs to go.
This toxic mixture can destroy a person and in some cases it has
lead to death.
A cyclone of emotions that can explode like a mobile home doused
in Crystal Meth.
A toxic relationship can quickly turn into dangerous situation.
Even if a toxic relationship isn’t severe it still can only lead to
a world of misery with a lifetime of complications.
When such toxic is between two people it creates a ripple effect
that poisons family members and so many others.
We can become so amunned to it that we convince ourselves it is
Love and never expect more from one another.
From the Outside In
Growing up in today’s society everywhere you look
there is someone or something telling or showing
us the way we should act, speak and especially dress.
For some women this can be exhausting and cause stress.
Like living by a rule book,
women will spend money they don’t have to enhance
their appearance as to how they look.
No matter how good one tries to look, we all have things
that aren’t so attractive about our own skin.
So why do we struggle so hard to try the next best thing
when natural beauty can only come from within?
Even the men these days strive to be more handsome
and more desirable than ever before.
Which is it, who you are or what you are that matters more?
Our world is becoming so tangled in a web of self gratification.
The Bible is being watered down and twisted to suit any lifestyle.
We speak of love but what about God’s road to salvation?
What does it mean to win people’s approval when one
ignores the truth God has already shown us in his word?
Such mentors become a voice of their own pleasure and
demand to be heard.
Underneath our exterior, our make-up, our clothing, our friends
and even our family that cheer us on,
God’s word can’t be twisted to defend us when we know we are wrong.
I know i have worn my make-up, my expensive cobra skin boots and
been everything but a Godly example both on the outside and in.
I can assure you God never gives peace to a heart that belongs to him
yet intentionally lives in sin.
No matter how well we may think we look, how well we may think we act,
or how many likes we may get on Facebook, God knows who seeks him
with all their heart.
That is the only thing that keeps true Christians and Religion apart.
there is someone or something telling or showing
us the way we should act, speak and especially dress.
For some women this can be exhausting and cause stress.
Like living by a rule book,
women will spend money they don’t have to enhance
their appearance as to how they look.
No matter how good one tries to look, we all have things
that aren’t so attractive about our own skin.
So why do we struggle so hard to try the next best thing
when natural beauty can only come from within?
Even the men these days strive to be more handsome
and more desirable than ever before.
Which is it, who you are or what you are that matters more?
Our world is becoming so tangled in a web of self gratification.
The Bible is being watered down and twisted to suit any lifestyle.
We speak of love but what about God’s road to salvation?
What does it mean to win people’s approval when one
ignores the truth God has already shown us in his word?
Such mentors become a voice of their own pleasure and
demand to be heard.
Underneath our exterior, our make-up, our clothing, our friends
and even our family that cheer us on,
God’s word can’t be twisted to defend us when we know we are wrong.
I know i have worn my make-up, my expensive cobra skin boots and
been everything but a Godly example both on the outside and in.
I can assure you God never gives peace to a heart that belongs to him
yet intentionally lives in sin.
No matter how well we may think we look, how well we may think we act,
or how many likes we may get on Facebook, God knows who seeks him
with all their heart.
That is the only thing that keeps true Christians and Religion apart.
Parents Today
Anna grew up in a generation where parents were in charge of how
their home was ran.
A generation where parents were more concerned about discipline
being respectful and not afraid to use a firm hand.
Yes mam, no mam, yes sir, and no sir was never an option in
Anna’s home.
And her and her siblings were also very limited to the time they spent
on the phone.
No matter what her parents told her and her siblings to do they did it
and dared to complain.
When talking to any adult you were to use Mr.or Mrs. and you was
never allowed to call an adult by their first name.
Supper time was a time her whole family was usually there.
Before putting food on your plate you bowed your head and
told God thank you in prayer.
Baseball, basketball, cheerleading and other activities were never
more important than Anna’s family all sitting down at the supper
table for a homemade cooked meal.
Most kids back then didn’t care if you lived in a mobile home
or in a plain wooden house next to the the cotton mill.
Back in those days getting a whipping meant that you had
parents who cared.
Anna and her siblings were taught to never make fun of others.
And no matter how little you had, you always shared.
Being bullied was not as popular back then because kids were told
to always stand up for what is right.
Even if you had to pick up a big stick to finish the fight.
As far as words, the old saying, sticks and stones may break my
bones but words will never hurt me!
Well parents told their kids that because it was the truth.
But oh how things have changed from how it use to be.
Even in God’s word he tells us who spares the rod hates his son
but he who loves him is careful to discipline him.
Proverbs 13:24
The same goes for the needy, the prideful, the rich and the poor.
Each measure i am sure is different according to the parent
and the child.
One may require strong discipline while the other’s may be mild.
Children aren’t in no way meant to be abused yet they all need to
understand the parent is the boss and should have the last say.
It is sad that every generation grows further from God’s truth.
Especially in the world we live in today.
their home was ran.
A generation where parents were more concerned about discipline
being respectful and not afraid to use a firm hand.
Yes mam, no mam, yes sir, and no sir was never an option in
Anna’s home.
And her and her siblings were also very limited to the time they spent
on the phone.
No matter what her parents told her and her siblings to do they did it
and dared to complain.
When talking to any adult you were to use Mr.or Mrs. and you was
never allowed to call an adult by their first name.
Supper time was a time her whole family was usually there.
Before putting food on your plate you bowed your head and
told God thank you in prayer.
Baseball, basketball, cheerleading and other activities were never
more important than Anna’s family all sitting down at the supper
table for a homemade cooked meal.
Most kids back then didn’t care if you lived in a mobile home
or in a plain wooden house next to the the cotton mill.
Back in those days getting a whipping meant that you had
parents who cared.
Anna and her siblings were taught to never make fun of others.
And no matter how little you had, you always shared.
Being bullied was not as popular back then because kids were told
to always stand up for what is right.
Even if you had to pick up a big stick to finish the fight.
As far as words, the old saying, sticks and stones may break my
bones but words will never hurt me!
Well parents told their kids that because it was the truth.
But oh how things have changed from how it use to be.
Even in God’s word he tells us who spares the rod hates his son
but he who loves him is careful to discipline him.
Proverbs 13:24
The same goes for the needy, the prideful, the rich and the poor.
Each measure i am sure is different according to the parent
and the child.
One may require strong discipline while the other’s may be mild.
Children aren’t in no way meant to be abused yet they all need to
understand the parent is the boss and should have the last say.
It is sad that every generation grows further from God’s truth.
Especially in the world we live in today.
A Sad Story
Scott felt as if he had a pretty good life.
He had a nice home, a good job and was living
on his own.
There was no one to tell him when to leave
or when to come home.
It was fine if he drank one beer or ten.
I suppose this was the guy he had always been.
As for as problems, he had none.
However he did fall in love and get married.
So there went his freedom along with his fun.
In no time he and his wife had a sweet baby girl.
Then two years later a healthy baby boy.
Instead of his buddies occupying his home it was a
room full of baby doll stuff and Tonka toys.
The only problem was as Scott’s family grew bigger his
need to drink also grew more intense everyday.
His attitude became bitter and he seldom had anything
positive to say.
The tension in this home you could cut with a knife.
He took little interest in his children and it seemed
as if he totally resented his wife.
The only satisfaction he found was in an aluminum can.
Without it he was a miserable man.
The truth had became obvious that his desire to drink was
greater than his desire to live.
Alcohol is a selfish disease that takes away one’s ability to
love much less give.
It brings with it toxic poison that flows through the air.
When the wife gets tired enough her and the kids will
no longer be there.
Scott’s alcohol will then magnify his self pity but a change
will never come.
His once wife will move on and when his children grow
older they may or may not visit him some.
Then this devastating disease can take claim of another
weary soul.
Round and around it goes, where it stops nobody knows.
He had a nice home, a good job and was living
on his own.
There was no one to tell him when to leave
or when to come home.
It was fine if he drank one beer or ten.
I suppose this was the guy he had always been.
As for as problems, he had none.
However he did fall in love and get married.
So there went his freedom along with his fun.
In no time he and his wife had a sweet baby girl.
Then two years later a healthy baby boy.
Instead of his buddies occupying his home it was a
room full of baby doll stuff and Tonka toys.
The only problem was as Scott’s family grew bigger his
need to drink also grew more intense everyday.
His attitude became bitter and he seldom had anything
positive to say.
The tension in this home you could cut with a knife.
He took little interest in his children and it seemed
as if he totally resented his wife.
The only satisfaction he found was in an aluminum can.
Without it he was a miserable man.
The truth had became obvious that his desire to drink was
greater than his desire to live.
Alcohol is a selfish disease that takes away one’s ability to
love much less give.
It brings with it toxic poison that flows through the air.
When the wife gets tired enough her and the kids will
no longer be there.
Scott’s alcohol will then magnify his self pity but a change
will never come.
His once wife will move on and when his children grow
older they may or may not visit him some.
Then this devastating disease can take claim of another
weary soul.
Round and around it goes, where it stops nobody knows.
A Silent Conversation
John and Sara had been married for about two years.
They had struggled through the first year getting to know
one another’s likes, dislikes accomplishments and fears.
The new had now worn off and their true selves had became
perfectly clear.
They had learned how they both react when an argument
comes up between the two.
Sara like most women wanted to talk and she wanted to
be heard.
On the other hand John would clam up and do the silent
treatment for days and never say a word.
Sara’s emotions would grow and she wanted to talk so bad
But John’s attitude of not even speaking only made her
more frustrated and mad.
One escapes the drama by going to bed and going to sleep.
The other one worries, tosses and turns all night.
Each one believing they are right.
The question to this solution is who is willing to give in and
make a mends?
A true apology that comes from the heart and wants this
disagreement to end.
Our pride for a man or woman can be so demanding.
An argument can become a game of tug-o-war just to see
which one is left standing.
I know in my relationship with God when i feel distant from
him, i am always the one to blame.
His unconditional love and compassion for me is
always the same.
I pray in time to become more like him and show someone
some love when they deserve it the least from me.
Then i will know how much i have grown in Christ and how
much closer i am to thee. Mark 10:2
They had struggled through the first year getting to know
one another’s likes, dislikes accomplishments and fears.
The new had now worn off and their true selves had became
perfectly clear.
They had learned how they both react when an argument
comes up between the two.
Sara like most women wanted to talk and she wanted to
be heard.
On the other hand John would clam up and do the silent
treatment for days and never say a word.
Sara’s emotions would grow and she wanted to talk so bad
But John’s attitude of not even speaking only made her
more frustrated and mad.
One escapes the drama by going to bed and going to sleep.
The other one worries, tosses and turns all night.
Each one believing they are right.
The question to this solution is who is willing to give in and
make a mends?
A true apology that comes from the heart and wants this
disagreement to end.
Our pride for a man or woman can be so demanding.
An argument can become a game of tug-o-war just to see
which one is left standing.
I know in my relationship with God when i feel distant from
him, i am always the one to blame.
His unconditional love and compassion for me is
always the same.
I pray in time to become more like him and show someone
some love when they deserve it the least from me.
Then i will know how much i have grown in Christ and how
much closer i am to thee. Mark 10:2
Hello...Hello
Hello, i am your new friend.
Well i am actually a pretty old friend but i got very
little attention back then.
I had to step up my game.
I had to make myself very useful to you and now we
all but have the same name.
You depend on me to show you your way.
I am here non-stop twenty four hours a day.
Anything you may want to see i can show you in the
blink of an eye.
I can explain to you how to do new things that normally
you would never try.
I can actually relax your mind and take you anywhere you
want to go without ever leaving your home.
I can even be your secret love that can show you many
things or anything that turns you on.
Yep, we are best buddies you and i.
If ever you loose me you will go crazy and probably cry.
It’s obvious you take me with you everywhere you go.
I am such a good dependable friend that forgetting me
just isn’t how you roll!
I hate to admit it but others have this same type of relationship as
we do because i see it everywhere.
To get along with me is effortless.
I don’t talk unless you tell me too, i require no food nor
water and I am always there!
I suppose you may drop me when the next best thing comes alone.
But I can’t imagine anything being any better than me! Sincerely, Your Phone
Well i am actually a pretty old friend but i got very
little attention back then.
I had to step up my game.
I had to make myself very useful to you and now we
all but have the same name.
You depend on me to show you your way.
I am here non-stop twenty four hours a day.
Anything you may want to see i can show you in the
blink of an eye.
I can explain to you how to do new things that normally
you would never try.
I can actually relax your mind and take you anywhere you
want to go without ever leaving your home.
I can even be your secret love that can show you many
things or anything that turns you on.
Yep, we are best buddies you and i.
If ever you loose me you will go crazy and probably cry.
It’s obvious you take me with you everywhere you go.
I am such a good dependable friend that forgetting me
just isn’t how you roll!
I hate to admit it but others have this same type of relationship as
we do because i see it everywhere.
To get along with me is effortless.
I don’t talk unless you tell me too, i require no food nor
water and I am always there!
I suppose you may drop me when the next best thing comes alone.
But I can’t imagine anything being any better than me! Sincerely, Your Phone
My Birthday
This September i just had another birthday!!!
I sit and think about all the things good and bad
through the years that have came my way.
Not that long ago i remember birthdays being about
me,me, me.
But this year is another year that i am thankful i
am not the person i use to be.
Not that i am at a place to stop trying to better myself,
but i am thankful the old me has left.
In God’s word he tells us to work toward being more like him.
I began thinking about his son Jesus, the 12 disciples and all of them.
You know Jesus didn’t ride into town on a fancy high stepping horse
but a small donkey according to the pictures i have seen.
Back then he wore a simple robe.
There were no name brand clothes and designer jeans.
His compassion was so selfless toward all people, unlike the world
we live in today.
He endured constant rejection and bullying in the most cruel way.
His life was never once about himself for he gave to all expecting
nothing in return.
But in this world we live in every generation grows more and more
selfish and having compassion is their least concern.
God gives us the the greatest birthday present of all when he allows us
to wake up everyday and go on with our life.
In a second he could take one or all of our children, he can take the
best husband or the most loving wife.
He owes us nothing.
He died for you and i so that we may live in that beautiful place called
Heaven for eternity.
Having my health and my loved ones is the greatest gift of all, to me.
May we all stop and remind ourselves everyday is our birthday.
To be able to continue on this earth is a gift from God to all man kind.
Even if you are able to read this you are blessed.
You are smart enough to read and be thankful your not blind.
I sit and think about all the things good and bad
through the years that have came my way.
Not that long ago i remember birthdays being about
me,me, me.
But this year is another year that i am thankful i
am not the person i use to be.
Not that i am at a place to stop trying to better myself,
but i am thankful the old me has left.
In God’s word he tells us to work toward being more like him.
I began thinking about his son Jesus, the 12 disciples and all of them.
You know Jesus didn’t ride into town on a fancy high stepping horse
but a small donkey according to the pictures i have seen.
Back then he wore a simple robe.
There were no name brand clothes and designer jeans.
His compassion was so selfless toward all people, unlike the world
we live in today.
He endured constant rejection and bullying in the most cruel way.
His life was never once about himself for he gave to all expecting
nothing in return.
But in this world we live in every generation grows more and more
selfish and having compassion is their least concern.
God gives us the the greatest birthday present of all when he allows us
to wake up everyday and go on with our life.
In a second he could take one or all of our children, he can take the
best husband or the most loving wife.
He owes us nothing.
He died for you and i so that we may live in that beautiful place called
Heaven for eternity.
Having my health and my loved ones is the greatest gift of all, to me.
May we all stop and remind ourselves everyday is our birthday.
To be able to continue on this earth is a gift from God to all man kind.
Even if you are able to read this you are blessed.
You are smart enough to read and be thankful your not blind.
Everyday is not a Good Day!
If anyone actually believes everyday is a good day chances are
one is only fooling them self into believing it is true.
We are filled with emotions and thoughts that run through our head
that has us searching for answers as to what we can do.
Things can pop up in our lives that we totally never expected
that can easily bring us down.
Our finances, our children, even our own personal battle that
we struggle with when no one else is around.
There are times when we feel as though we just can’t go on.
We exhaust our bodies trying to figure out a solution to our problem
in hopes that it will soon be gone.
Weather we cause it or someone else causes it, an unexpected
crisis that life has tosses our way.
Everyday can not be a good day but everyday can be a peaceful day.
Real peace can rest in ones soul if they know Jesus and are willing
to take their burdens to him in prayer.
He is the only answer when life seems to be more than we can bare.
Drama, gossip and pride only feed our emotions to satisfy our mind.
But when we seek our heavenly father a comforting peace we find.
We can choose to keep ourselves and our situation in an uproar or we
can live everyday with peace in our heart.
You may not find happiness but discovering true peace everyday is such
an amazing start.
John 14: 26,27
one is only fooling them self into believing it is true.
We are filled with emotions and thoughts that run through our head
that has us searching for answers as to what we can do.
Things can pop up in our lives that we totally never expected
that can easily bring us down.
Our finances, our children, even our own personal battle that
we struggle with when no one else is around.
There are times when we feel as though we just can’t go on.
We exhaust our bodies trying to figure out a solution to our problem
in hopes that it will soon be gone.
Weather we cause it or someone else causes it, an unexpected
crisis that life has tosses our way.
Everyday can not be a good day but everyday can be a peaceful day.
Real peace can rest in ones soul if they know Jesus and are willing
to take their burdens to him in prayer.
He is the only answer when life seems to be more than we can bare.
Drama, gossip and pride only feed our emotions to satisfy our mind.
But when we seek our heavenly father a comforting peace we find.
We can choose to keep ourselves and our situation in an uproar or we
can live everyday with peace in our heart.
You may not find happiness but discovering true peace everyday is such
an amazing start.
John 14: 26,27
Roxanne
Roxanne grew up fast and hard.
None of us know the hand of life we will be dealt
but we can choose the way we play our cards.
Roxanne’s family was more on the lower class of
scales when it came to morals, respect and work.
Her dad was an alcoholic who could not hold a job
and her mother’s hours at the diner only came in spurts.
Having four brothers her ways were a lot like a man.
She had just as soon cuss you out as to shake your hand.
By 18 Roxanne’s life was spiraling out of control.
Was being a high school drop out and living with her parents
going to be the only life she would ever know?
Not if she wanted more.....
You see Roxanne made a decision one Sunday morning
after listening to a preacher on her radio.
He said each of us in our heart plan a course,
but only our steps the Lord knows.( Proverbs 16:9}
So she began walking away from all the things that held her down.
She went to work at the local grocery store in town.
Through the rain, sleet and snow she walked everyday.
God watched her strive to be better and make a difference and
before too long he knew the perfect car to send her way.
As she grew in life she began to thank God for she knew it was him.
She hoped and prayed as for as her family that maybe one day she would
be a light in darkness to all of them.
Each of us may be amazed at what our determination and self will can do.
But when you think of the impossible,
that is when God steps in and preforms a miracle just for you. Matt:19-6
None of us know the hand of life we will be dealt
but we can choose the way we play our cards.
Roxanne’s family was more on the lower class of
scales when it came to morals, respect and work.
Her dad was an alcoholic who could not hold a job
and her mother’s hours at the diner only came in spurts.
Having four brothers her ways were a lot like a man.
She had just as soon cuss you out as to shake your hand.
By 18 Roxanne’s life was spiraling out of control.
Was being a high school drop out and living with her parents
going to be the only life she would ever know?
Not if she wanted more.....
You see Roxanne made a decision one Sunday morning
after listening to a preacher on her radio.
He said each of us in our heart plan a course,
but only our steps the Lord knows.( Proverbs 16:9}
So she began walking away from all the things that held her down.
She went to work at the local grocery store in town.
Through the rain, sleet and snow she walked everyday.
God watched her strive to be better and make a difference and
before too long he knew the perfect car to send her way.
As she grew in life she began to thank God for she knew it was him.
She hoped and prayed as for as her family that maybe one day she would
be a light in darkness to all of them.
Each of us may be amazed at what our determination and self will can do.
But when you think of the impossible,
that is when God steps in and preforms a miracle just for you. Matt:19-6
Ms. Lane
Ms.Lane lived a quiet life, modest and somewhat discrete.
Her hair was always fixed just right and her clothes nice and neat.
She walked the city sidewalks with her head held high.
She let it be known she had never stole, cursed or even lied!
However, she was more than glad to spread gossip about Marylou
Johnson’s dress being too short at church Sunday.
And she refused to speak to the visitor at prayer meeting last
week because he was gay.
The church is a gathering of Gods people not a building of steel,
metal, brick or stone.
A group of people that welcome sinners no matter what they
are doing wrong.
It it easy to be a stumbling block like Ms.Lane, for those who aren’t
saved and broken inside.
May none of us forget the times we have sat alone and cried.
We seem to create our own set of scales when it comes to sin.
Murder is way worse than molesting a little baby or child.
And on the scales of man’s law this is how it’s always been.
Yet to the best of my understanding in Gods word in the book of
James chapter 2 verse 11, sin is sin.
Although we may feel strongly against the life style of another,
but we must remember only God is the judge and if we are true
believers of Christ the worst thing we can do is look down on each other.
Matthew 7:1-4
Her hair was always fixed just right and her clothes nice and neat.
She walked the city sidewalks with her head held high.
She let it be known she had never stole, cursed or even lied!
However, she was more than glad to spread gossip about Marylou
Johnson’s dress being too short at church Sunday.
And she refused to speak to the visitor at prayer meeting last
week because he was gay.
The church is a gathering of Gods people not a building of steel,
metal, brick or stone.
A group of people that welcome sinners no matter what they
are doing wrong.
It it easy to be a stumbling block like Ms.Lane, for those who aren’t
saved and broken inside.
May none of us forget the times we have sat alone and cried.
We seem to create our own set of scales when it comes to sin.
Murder is way worse than molesting a little baby or child.
And on the scales of man’s law this is how it’s always been.
Yet to the best of my understanding in Gods word in the book of
James chapter 2 verse 11, sin is sin.
Although we may feel strongly against the life style of another,
but we must remember only God is the judge and if we are true
believers of Christ the worst thing we can do is look down on each other.
Matthew 7:1-4
This day
This day might be my worst day or it might be my best.
Either way i pray for guidance and trust God to do the rest.
This day i may get tired and weary but God will give me the
strength i need to get me through.
On this day i choose to not listen to Satan’s lies nor dwell
on the bad choices i once made.
God has already forgiven me and my sin debt has been paid.
This day i am sure to stumble, but grace will catch me if i fall.
I will face my enemies with kindness, yet i will stand tall.
On this day and the day after i will not be perfect.
But i will seek perfection as long as God is by my side.
This day will be over before i know it and darkness will come.
Then this night i will rest in peace because this day i tried.
Either way i pray for guidance and trust God to do the rest.
This day i may get tired and weary but God will give me the
strength i need to get me through.
On this day i choose to not listen to Satan’s lies nor dwell
on the bad choices i once made.
God has already forgiven me and my sin debt has been paid.
This day i am sure to stumble, but grace will catch me if i fall.
I will face my enemies with kindness, yet i will stand tall.
On this day and the day after i will not be perfect.
But i will seek perfection as long as God is by my side.
This day will be over before i know it and darkness will come.
Then this night i will rest in peace because this day i tried.
Olivia
Olivia was born in 2000 in the beautiful bluegrass hills of Lexington Ky,
where she lived with her dad, mom, and baby sister Lilly.
She had a tremendous love for Elsa her two year old Thoroughbred filly.
The past year she was promised she would get a Smart phone on her
13th birthday.
Well, when the time came she did.
She stayed in her room constantly and her love for Elsa even faded away.
Her parents did not want her to feel left out or not be able to enjoy
the things all the other kids had.
But they began wondering if getting her a phone was not a good thing but bad.
They began to pay more attention to Olivia and discovered she had been talking
to a guy that told her he was in middle school.
Not only had they talked but they also texted and sent pics to one another.
Her dad became furious and so did her mother.
The photos were by no means what any parent of a 14 year old wants to see.
They took her phone, dared her to talk to the guy anymore and that was
exactly how it was going to be.
Olivia claimed she loved this guy and he loved her as well.
A friend at school let her use their phone and promised not to tell.
Olivia made plans with her 23 year old boyfriend as to when and where they
could meet.
It was on a Friday night around midnight he picked her up at the end of her street.
Saturday morning she was gone and 48 hours later she still wasn’t home.
It’s been five years now and Olivia is still no where to be found.
When you give a child a Smart Phone it only takes seconds for a predator
to come around.
If adults can be fooled by the evil that lurks on the dark Web, children surly can.
Please remember parents when you give your child a phone you are placing
the whole world in the palm of their hand.
where she lived with her dad, mom, and baby sister Lilly.
She had a tremendous love for Elsa her two year old Thoroughbred filly.
The past year she was promised she would get a Smart phone on her
13th birthday.
Well, when the time came she did.
She stayed in her room constantly and her love for Elsa even faded away.
Her parents did not want her to feel left out or not be able to enjoy
the things all the other kids had.
But they began wondering if getting her a phone was not a good thing but bad.
They began to pay more attention to Olivia and discovered she had been talking
to a guy that told her he was in middle school.
Not only had they talked but they also texted and sent pics to one another.
Her dad became furious and so did her mother.
The photos were by no means what any parent of a 14 year old wants to see.
They took her phone, dared her to talk to the guy anymore and that was
exactly how it was going to be.
Olivia claimed she loved this guy and he loved her as well.
A friend at school let her use their phone and promised not to tell.
Olivia made plans with her 23 year old boyfriend as to when and where they
could meet.
It was on a Friday night around midnight he picked her up at the end of her street.
Saturday morning she was gone and 48 hours later she still wasn’t home.
It’s been five years now and Olivia is still no where to be found.
When you give a child a Smart Phone it only takes seconds for a predator
to come around.
If adults can be fooled by the evil that lurks on the dark Web, children surly can.
Please remember parents when you give your child a phone you are placing
the whole world in the palm of their hand.
My Lord, My Lord
I have read your parables Father and the many miracles
performed by you and your son.
But this battle of Spiritual Warfare will never end until
my life on earth is over and done.
I don’t think i can comprehend just how much you love me.
You told me in your word if only i have faith the size of
a mustard seed then miracles of my own i shall see.
And Father i have seen quite a few.
Every day is a new day and a whole new beginning with you.
Weather i see it as a burden or as a blessing the choice is mine.
You are the only one that offers a one way trip to Heaven
and it doesn’t cost a dime.
It’s Free.
Someday i will live with you Father when you call me home.
I will be in Paradise and in this wilderness i shall no longer roam.
My imperfections will become perfect and my body a new.
All because i made the choice to believe in you.
performed by you and your son.
But this battle of Spiritual Warfare will never end until
my life on earth is over and done.
I don’t think i can comprehend just how much you love me.
You told me in your word if only i have faith the size of
a mustard seed then miracles of my own i shall see.
And Father i have seen quite a few.
Every day is a new day and a whole new beginning with you.
Weather i see it as a burden or as a blessing the choice is mine.
You are the only one that offers a one way trip to Heaven
and it doesn’t cost a dime.
It’s Free.
Someday i will live with you Father when you call me home.
I will be in Paradise and in this wilderness i shall no longer roam.
My imperfections will become perfect and my body a new.
All because i made the choice to believe in you.
It Takes Time
As a believer in Christ it is a fact to enter the Kingdom of Heaven
we must be born again. (John 3:3-7)
To be drawn by Gods Holy Spirit and confess all sin. (Romans 10:10)
I have been washed in the blood of the Lamb and life is great.
I am a child of the King and he has sealed my fate.
But afterwards for me, my Salvation was real but something
in me was not right.
I discovered i was doing what i have seen so many others do.
Playing tug-o-war between God and Satan is an exhaustible fight.
I knew God yet i knew Satan so much more.
I had to wean away from him and fall in love with my Lord
and become Christ like and be the opposite of who i was before.
Being saved requires a change in a way i had never knew.(Romans 12:2)
I still looked the same on the outside and the inside too.
What was it after my Salvation that God wanted from me?
In order to find out i had to read his word and in doing so
his way i began to see.
God is the light to show us the way.
Satan is the darkness that brings forth sin to us all everyday.
I must be a beacon and shine to those in darkness all around.
God tells me to spread his word and shout from the roof tops
about this Salvation i have found.
Replace all the junk of negativity, guilt and anger that has
so long kept me in chains.
I will renew my mind daily in Jesus name.
I can’t take away my old identity at once and leave the
old me behind.
But Praise God!
For he is working on this twisted and messed up mind.
Only through him can i be all that i need to be.
Oh Lord, how i thank you for loving me.
we must be born again. (John 3:3-7)
To be drawn by Gods Holy Spirit and confess all sin. (Romans 10:10)
I have been washed in the blood of the Lamb and life is great.
I am a child of the King and he has sealed my fate.
But afterwards for me, my Salvation was real but something
in me was not right.
I discovered i was doing what i have seen so many others do.
Playing tug-o-war between God and Satan is an exhaustible fight.
I knew God yet i knew Satan so much more.
I had to wean away from him and fall in love with my Lord
and become Christ like and be the opposite of who i was before.
Being saved requires a change in a way i had never knew.(Romans 12:2)
I still looked the same on the outside and the inside too.
What was it after my Salvation that God wanted from me?
In order to find out i had to read his word and in doing so
his way i began to see.
God is the light to show us the way.
Satan is the darkness that brings forth sin to us all everyday.
I must be a beacon and shine to those in darkness all around.
God tells me to spread his word and shout from the roof tops
about this Salvation i have found.
Replace all the junk of negativity, guilt and anger that has
so long kept me in chains.
I will renew my mind daily in Jesus name.
I can’t take away my old identity at once and leave the
old me behind.
But Praise God!
For he is working on this twisted and messed up mind.
Only through him can i be all that i need to be.
Oh Lord, how i thank you for loving me.
What Should I Do?
What should i do, where could i go?
Who can help me with this certain situation
that is hurting so?
I will call my good friend for i am sure they
will tell me what to do!
Out of complete sympathy they tell me they
understand but in reality they have not a clue.
I know i can call on my mom or dad for they
always know a cure.
But sometimes their same old advice is more
than i can endure.
Counseling, i’ll go to a professional and they can
give me the answers i desperately need to know.
Eighty dollars later i will then be more confused
and ask myself , you dummy why did you go!
As my hurt and pain grow stronger it is almost
more than i can bare.
Wait, i remember scripture in 1st Corn:10-13 and
i know it is still there.
I can go to my Lord for his advice for i know his
word is true.
He already knows exactly what i’am going through.
I will read and then i will pray.
My situation i am aware of but my Lord has it now
and it is in his control.
Oh what a blessing it is to let it go.
Thank you Lord, you can handle any problem i have
so much better than i.
My peace has returned to me.
I am sorry you were the last thing i decided to try.
Who can help me with this certain situation
that is hurting so?
I will call my good friend for i am sure they
will tell me what to do!
Out of complete sympathy they tell me they
understand but in reality they have not a clue.
I know i can call on my mom or dad for they
always know a cure.
But sometimes their same old advice is more
than i can endure.
Counseling, i’ll go to a professional and they can
give me the answers i desperately need to know.
Eighty dollars later i will then be more confused
and ask myself , you dummy why did you go!
As my hurt and pain grow stronger it is almost
more than i can bare.
Wait, i remember scripture in 1st Corn:10-13 and
i know it is still there.
I can go to my Lord for his advice for i know his
word is true.
He already knows exactly what i’am going through.
I will read and then i will pray.
My situation i am aware of but my Lord has it now
and it is in his control.
Oh what a blessing it is to let it go.
Thank you Lord, you can handle any problem i have
so much better than i.
My peace has returned to me.
I am sorry you were the last thing i decided to try.
My Father
As a child i was raised with morals and discipline that i did not
always understand.
Me and my sister was not allowed to wear certain clothes nor were we
allowed to wear red lipstick nor red polish on our toes and hands.
My daddy was a strict dad.
However once i had children of my own a lot of my daddy’s reasons
to me became perfectly clear.
If we did not mind, our daddy was a man to be feared.
My daddy has gone on now yet my upbringing still remains a big part of
who I am.
To my elders it still is yes sir, no sir, yes mam and no mam.
I have been spending more time now with my only Father.
My Heavenly Father that has become my greatest concern.
He loves me and cares for me more than anyone on this earth.
He too is a strict Father and his ways I continue to learn.
My Father ask that I love Him more than anything else in my life.
Yet he wants me to be a loving mother, a thoughtful friend, he wants me to
pray for my enemies and be a submissive wife.
He also tells me to tell others about him and be a witness to everyone
I see.
Weather it be in a poem, a song, or wherever I go he is pleased when
I bare his fruit that lives with-in me.
I am just a sinner, yet I am a reborn sinner and my Father is removing
my layers of pride, selfishness and some of my other fleshly ways.
The less the world accepts me tells me that I am growing stronger everyday.
Though my earthly dad has passed on, my Heavenly Father is with me
all the time.
He protects me during my darkest nights and gloomy days.
Therefore I know everything will be just fine.
I want him to know daily how very thankful I am for my every blessing
both big and small.
He is the King of King’s, the Lord of Lord’s and loves not only me but all.
Learning his ways instead of my ways I must never forget Romans 12:2.
May I share with everyone the great news of My Heavenly Father, my brother,
Jesus Christ and his Holy Spirit above all things I do.
always understand.
Me and my sister was not allowed to wear certain clothes nor were we
allowed to wear red lipstick nor red polish on our toes and hands.
My daddy was a strict dad.
However once i had children of my own a lot of my daddy’s reasons
to me became perfectly clear.
If we did not mind, our daddy was a man to be feared.
My daddy has gone on now yet my upbringing still remains a big part of
who I am.
To my elders it still is yes sir, no sir, yes mam and no mam.
I have been spending more time now with my only Father.
My Heavenly Father that has become my greatest concern.
He loves me and cares for me more than anyone on this earth.
He too is a strict Father and his ways I continue to learn.
My Father ask that I love Him more than anything else in my life.
Yet he wants me to be a loving mother, a thoughtful friend, he wants me to
pray for my enemies and be a submissive wife.
He also tells me to tell others about him and be a witness to everyone
I see.
Weather it be in a poem, a song, or wherever I go he is pleased when
I bare his fruit that lives with-in me.
I am just a sinner, yet I am a reborn sinner and my Father is removing
my layers of pride, selfishness and some of my other fleshly ways.
The less the world accepts me tells me that I am growing stronger everyday.
Though my earthly dad has passed on, my Heavenly Father is with me
all the time.
He protects me during my darkest nights and gloomy days.
Therefore I know everything will be just fine.
I want him to know daily how very thankful I am for my every blessing
both big and small.
He is the King of King’s, the Lord of Lord’s and loves not only me but all.
Learning his ways instead of my ways I must never forget Romans 12:2.
May I share with everyone the great news of My Heavenly Father, my brother,
Jesus Christ and his Holy Spirit above all things I do.
To All Graduates Everywhere
Most all of us as believers know God lives in the sky
far beyond the clouds in Heaven where the streets
are paved of gold.
But to know God desires a personal relationship
with us is not always told.
After high school, young Graduates are ready for
their new journey to begin.
With twelve years of education under their belt
they say goodbye to faithful teachers and friends.
Every year from this day forward their lives will
bring new adventures and new ideas to explore.
As young adults they will face hurdles to cross,
and mountains to climb like never before.
As they work on their own identity and grow more
dependent on themselves everyday,
they say goodbye to faithful teachers and friends
they’ve met along the way.
Yet it is only God that knows us all like no other.
He knows every souls weakness as well as what makes
one strong.
Without him as our personal savior and confidant
we often turn to the wrong source to help us along.
The world is not a bad place but some of the people in
it are.
They seek out the weak and the innocent as their prey.
and entice them their way is the best by far.
Booze, pills, alcohol and drugs often convince our young
people that these things are not only cool but fun.
Yet when the girl becomes pregnant and the guy is hooked
on drugs only then do they realize they have nowhere to run.
Even the strongest God loving people give into sin.
But when you personally know God the battle’s against Satan
become much easier to win.
For every hurt and every disappointment you have yet to face
God already knows.
Be size it is he who loved you first many years ago.
So Graduate, as you begin a new journey may you keep God
in your heart and his word etched on your mind.
For a friend that will love you unconditionally and always be
there is a very rare find. Proverbs 16:9
far beyond the clouds in Heaven where the streets
are paved of gold.
But to know God desires a personal relationship
with us is not always told.
After high school, young Graduates are ready for
their new journey to begin.
With twelve years of education under their belt
they say goodbye to faithful teachers and friends.
Every year from this day forward their lives will
bring new adventures and new ideas to explore.
As young adults they will face hurdles to cross,
and mountains to climb like never before.
As they work on their own identity and grow more
dependent on themselves everyday,
they say goodbye to faithful teachers and friends
they’ve met along the way.
Yet it is only God that knows us all like no other.
He knows every souls weakness as well as what makes
one strong.
Without him as our personal savior and confidant
we often turn to the wrong source to help us along.
The world is not a bad place but some of the people in
it are.
They seek out the weak and the innocent as their prey.
and entice them their way is the best by far.
Booze, pills, alcohol and drugs often convince our young
people that these things are not only cool but fun.
Yet when the girl becomes pregnant and the guy is hooked
on drugs only then do they realize they have nowhere to run.
Even the strongest God loving people give into sin.
But when you personally know God the battle’s against Satan
become much easier to win.
For every hurt and every disappointment you have yet to face
God already knows.
Be size it is he who loved you first many years ago.
So Graduate, as you begin a new journey may you keep God
in your heart and his word etched on your mind.
For a friend that will love you unconditionally and always be
there is a very rare find. Proverbs 16:9
Seeds
I suppose we all have planted seeds of regret and can understand
the words “You shall reap what you sow”.
Weather it is seeds planted intentionally or merely by mistake,
one thing is for certain only ourselves and the good Lord knows.
Some seeds we inherit that trickle down from our family tree.
Sickness, beauty, money, talents, and many more.
Just so happens i have had a few that i wish could have been ignored.
I know i have heard other folks speak of children being from a bad egg
or saying “yep, they come from a bad seed”.
The sad thing is not all children are disciplined and taught about Jesus
Christ and his love that they desperately need.
Even some of the best parents in the world can have five or six kids
and one or two of them will be in trouble until the day they die.
I suppose this is just one of life’s mysteries and i often ask myself why?
I do believe from childhood to adulthood we are constantly planting seeds.
Unlike a beautiful flower our seeds are made of human ingredients called
choices and decisions which can be good or bad indeed.
Weather we are born of a silver spoon or dirt poor our seeds in many ways
are all the same.
While one man wears an orange jumpsuit all day, one man wears a suit and tie.
One chose to harvest a crop, the other chose to release his anger and pain.
But our seeds of sin can be whiter than snow if their washed in the blood
of the lamb only and no other.
Either way when we go to our eternal home we won’t be alone.
The choice is up to self , so choose wisely my sister’s and brother’s. Matt 13: 1-9
the words “You shall reap what you sow”.
Weather it is seeds planted intentionally or merely by mistake,
one thing is for certain only ourselves and the good Lord knows.
Some seeds we inherit that trickle down from our family tree.
Sickness, beauty, money, talents, and many more.
Just so happens i have had a few that i wish could have been ignored.
I know i have heard other folks speak of children being from a bad egg
or saying “yep, they come from a bad seed”.
The sad thing is not all children are disciplined and taught about Jesus
Christ and his love that they desperately need.
Even some of the best parents in the world can have five or six kids
and one or two of them will be in trouble until the day they die.
I suppose this is just one of life’s mysteries and i often ask myself why?
I do believe from childhood to adulthood we are constantly planting seeds.
Unlike a beautiful flower our seeds are made of human ingredients called
choices and decisions which can be good or bad indeed.
Weather we are born of a silver spoon or dirt poor our seeds in many ways
are all the same.
While one man wears an orange jumpsuit all day, one man wears a suit and tie.
One chose to harvest a crop, the other chose to release his anger and pain.
But our seeds of sin can be whiter than snow if their washed in the blood
of the lamb only and no other.
Either way when we go to our eternal home we won’t be alone.
The choice is up to self , so choose wisely my sister’s and brother’s. Matt 13: 1-9
Thankful
Dear Lord,
As i open my eyes to the beginning of a new day,
may i remember to be thankful.
Even if nothing seems to go my way,
may i remember to be thankful.
When the adversary comes i will stop to pray,
and remember to be thankful.
May i lay aside my flesh during my temptation,
and remember to be thankful.
In my weakness may i over come any situation,
and remember to be thankful.
So when my day is over and my body longs for rest,
i will remember to be thankful.
All because of this one day spent with you Lord
i lived in peace and gave you my best.
As i open my eyes to the beginning of a new day,
may i remember to be thankful.
Even if nothing seems to go my way,
may i remember to be thankful.
When the adversary comes i will stop to pray,
and remember to be thankful.
May i lay aside my flesh during my temptation,
and remember to be thankful.
In my weakness may i over come any situation,
and remember to be thankful.
So when my day is over and my body longs for rest,
i will remember to be thankful.
All because of this one day spent with you Lord
i lived in peace and gave you my best.
Just for Today
When my heart is heavy from my worries with-in,
may i always come to you for advice and knowledge
because you Father, is my best friend.
When my flesh fights against your way may i not allow
my thought’s of negativity to run wild.
In times of trouble and despair may i always remember
i am your child.
Give me peace as i seek your presence in the mist
of it all.
Only you have the only answer to my problems and
there is not one that is ever to big or ever to small.
May i be an example to others just this one day.
When the adversary knocks at my door
may i seek refuge in you and pray for my enemy
like never before.
Father i will be fine as long as i am steadfast
and allow my faith to see me through.
When this day comes to an end i will sleep in peace
because i trusted in you.
may i always come to you for advice and knowledge
because you Father, is my best friend.
When my flesh fights against your way may i not allow
my thought’s of negativity to run wild.
In times of trouble and despair may i always remember
i am your child.
Give me peace as i seek your presence in the mist
of it all.
Only you have the only answer to my problems and
there is not one that is ever to big or ever to small.
May i be an example to others just this one day.
When the adversary knocks at my door
may i seek refuge in you and pray for my enemy
like never before.
Father i will be fine as long as i am steadfast
and allow my faith to see me through.
When this day comes to an end i will sleep in peace
because i trusted in you.
My Mother
Thank You Mother for all those months
you carried me in your belly.
For taking the chance of getting stretch marks,
and turning your boobs into jelly.
For all the morning sickness that i caused you
over and over, time after time.
For those extremely difficult labor pains.
I am sure you told Daddy you were fine!
For all those hours i woke you in the
middle of the night.
As a young mother it sometimes seems that
there is no relief in sight.
Washing my bottles and washing my clothes,
changing dirty diapers and wiping my nose.
For spanking my hand as i went through
those "terrible two's",
Kiddie Corner clothes, little lace socks
and Buster Brown shoes.
You watched me grow up and you protected
me for many years.
You worked like a dog to provide for us kids,
you spanked our tails and wiped our tears.
I would never be the woman i am today
if it wasn't for a mother like you.
Your values and morals have been instilled
in my children and grandchildren too.
Disagreements we have had and sometimes still do.
But nothing has ever and will never keep me
from loving you.
Thank You so much Mother for being the wonderful
woman you are.
For the best " Mothers Day award" in my eyes,
YOU win by far. I Love You Mother.
you carried me in your belly.
For taking the chance of getting stretch marks,
and turning your boobs into jelly.
For all the morning sickness that i caused you
over and over, time after time.
For those extremely difficult labor pains.
I am sure you told Daddy you were fine!
For all those hours i woke you in the
middle of the night.
As a young mother it sometimes seems that
there is no relief in sight.
Washing my bottles and washing my clothes,
changing dirty diapers and wiping my nose.
For spanking my hand as i went through
those "terrible two's",
Kiddie Corner clothes, little lace socks
and Buster Brown shoes.
You watched me grow up and you protected
me for many years.
You worked like a dog to provide for us kids,
you spanked our tails and wiped our tears.
I would never be the woman i am today
if it wasn't for a mother like you.
Your values and morals have been instilled
in my children and grandchildren too.
Disagreements we have had and sometimes still do.
But nothing has ever and will never keep me
from loving you.
Thank You so much Mother for being the wonderful
woman you are.
For the best " Mothers Day award" in my eyes,
YOU win by far. I Love You Mother.
There Is Hope
Have you ever been so down and wished you had
someone you could call?
So often i looked for someone to talk to when my
back was against the wall.
I searched so hard in places both high and low.
Wanting answers so badly i would confine in
strangers i didn't even know.
Antidepressants, counselors and worksheets
i tried time after time.
But i still could not ease the demons of negativity
that controlled my mind.
My final search for freedom took me years to find.
You may not agree with the things my teacher has
to say.
But for me, there was no other way.
I finally turned to the one who created me for he
knew me best.
He allows Satan still to tempt me and try me.
And as always i regret yet learn when i fail his test.
If you really want better it requires opening a new door.
Not everyone will find my words to be of truth,
But i knew i no longer wanted the old me anymore.
If you are reading this it just might be your
Heavenly Father wants to reveal to you his plan.
His truth and love never waiver and he will always be
your greatest fan.
When you believe you are at the end of your rope,
and the enemy assures you to just let go.
God promises through him there is always Hope.
You will discover your worst day with him will always
be better than your best day with Satan and his kind.
It is a process and takes time but the greatest gift you
will ever give yourself is a renewed mind. Romans:12-2
someone you could call?
So often i looked for someone to talk to when my
back was against the wall.
I searched so hard in places both high and low.
Wanting answers so badly i would confine in
strangers i didn't even know.
Antidepressants, counselors and worksheets
i tried time after time.
But i still could not ease the demons of negativity
that controlled my mind.
My final search for freedom took me years to find.
You may not agree with the things my teacher has
to say.
But for me, there was no other way.
I finally turned to the one who created me for he
knew me best.
He allows Satan still to tempt me and try me.
And as always i regret yet learn when i fail his test.
If you really want better it requires opening a new door.
Not everyone will find my words to be of truth,
But i knew i no longer wanted the old me anymore.
If you are reading this it just might be your
Heavenly Father wants to reveal to you his plan.
His truth and love never waiver and he will always be
your greatest fan.
When you believe you are at the end of your rope,
and the enemy assures you to just let go.
God promises through him there is always Hope.
You will discover your worst day with him will always
be better than your best day with Satan and his kind.
It is a process and takes time but the greatest gift you
will ever give yourself is a renewed mind. Romans:12-2
Our Easter Resurrection
Death can be a very devastating experience
for us all.
Weather it is something we see coming, or if it's instant.
It is never easy to give one up when God makes that call.
No matter the reason i believe the word dying is a pretty
scary thing.
Yet God tells us when we loose someone we love and
they go to meet him, his praises we should sing.
God's son Jesus had to be crucified and for 9 hours he
suffered endless pain and his blood shed was for all men.
So that anyone who is born again is forgiven of past, present,
and future sin.
When Christ arose on the third day his death was no longer a loss.
God knew in the beginning how everything would play out.
It was for us brothers and sisters that Jesus hung on that cross.
Through the shedding of his blood and by his stripes
we are healed.
When any lost soul repents and believes in Jesus Christ they are
forever sealed.
When giving your life to Jesus, nothing can pluck you
from the palm of his hand.
Your soul is forever changed from the carnal flesh of man.
So when Easter morning comes remember it was on this day
many,many years ago when the tomb was found empty
and the rock had rolled away.
Easter is not just about Peter Cotton Tail, jelly beans, dying eggs and having fun.
May we remember what this Holiday truly means and give Jesus Christ
the glory before our day is done.
for us all.
Weather it is something we see coming, or if it's instant.
It is never easy to give one up when God makes that call.
No matter the reason i believe the word dying is a pretty
scary thing.
Yet God tells us when we loose someone we love and
they go to meet him, his praises we should sing.
God's son Jesus had to be crucified and for 9 hours he
suffered endless pain and his blood shed was for all men.
So that anyone who is born again is forgiven of past, present,
and future sin.
When Christ arose on the third day his death was no longer a loss.
God knew in the beginning how everything would play out.
It was for us brothers and sisters that Jesus hung on that cross.
Through the shedding of his blood and by his stripes
we are healed.
When any lost soul repents and believes in Jesus Christ they are
forever sealed.
When giving your life to Jesus, nothing can pluck you
from the palm of his hand.
Your soul is forever changed from the carnal flesh of man.
So when Easter morning comes remember it was on this day
many,many years ago when the tomb was found empty
and the rock had rolled away.
Easter is not just about Peter Cotton Tail, jelly beans, dying eggs and having fun.
May we remember what this Holiday truly means and give Jesus Christ
the glory before our day is done.
Ms. Rose
Ms.Rose an educated middle aged lady that so many
people seem to think a lot of.
She always talked about God and his unconditional love.
She was also a mentor to kids in many ways.
Using her love for animals she taught them how to be
respectful, responsible yet have fun and play.
Attractive yet rugged Ms.Rose was known for being an
outspoken woman that always stood tall.
Not in a million years did she nor anyone else expect
this lady of God would take such a fall.
No matter how long one has been a christian
we all are made of flesh and bone.
When God allows Satan the opportunity to test us
and the flesh grows weak, then the battle is on.
Ms.Rose in her early fifties could not believe that
finally her soul-mate she had found!
Satan whispered ...your thirty something year old
marriage is stale and who needs a husband around!
Ms. Rose became so blinded by Satan’s lies she had forgotten
God’s children never have peace when playing in sin.
It was too late, the fight was over and Satan takes the win.
Her heart became numb and she was totally consumed by
her guilt and shame.
But because of Gods Sovereign Grace he had already forgave
her as she fell to her knees and cried out his name.
Ms.Rose will live with her regrets for the rest of her life.
Her once loving husband moved on and her soul-mate
is back with his wife.
As for her Godly friends, they are no where to be found.
Yet their gossip spreads like poison ivy all through town.
But always remember when you decide to judge someone
like or unlike Ms.Rose,
keep in mind every single sin you commit you may hide from
the world but God always knows.
Ms.Rose is still standing but not quiet as tall.
But in time she will use her experience as a testimony
to others when they fall. Job 34:21-30
people seem to think a lot of.
She always talked about God and his unconditional love.
She was also a mentor to kids in many ways.
Using her love for animals she taught them how to be
respectful, responsible yet have fun and play.
Attractive yet rugged Ms.Rose was known for being an
outspoken woman that always stood tall.
Not in a million years did she nor anyone else expect
this lady of God would take such a fall.
No matter how long one has been a christian
we all are made of flesh and bone.
When God allows Satan the opportunity to test us
and the flesh grows weak, then the battle is on.
Ms.Rose in her early fifties could not believe that
finally her soul-mate she had found!
Satan whispered ...your thirty something year old
marriage is stale and who needs a husband around!
Ms. Rose became so blinded by Satan’s lies she had forgotten
God’s children never have peace when playing in sin.
It was too late, the fight was over and Satan takes the win.
Her heart became numb and she was totally consumed by
her guilt and shame.
But because of Gods Sovereign Grace he had already forgave
her as she fell to her knees and cried out his name.
Ms.Rose will live with her regrets for the rest of her life.
Her once loving husband moved on and her soul-mate
is back with his wife.
As for her Godly friends, they are no where to be found.
Yet their gossip spreads like poison ivy all through town.
But always remember when you decide to judge someone
like or unlike Ms.Rose,
keep in mind every single sin you commit you may hide from
the world but God always knows.
Ms.Rose is still standing but not quiet as tall.
But in time she will use her experience as a testimony
to others when they fall. Job 34:21-30
Smart Phones ??
I’ve never seen so much evil in our world as i see today.
Many want things right now and they want it their way.
So many people rely completely on their Smart phone.
I mean really, shouldn’t kids in school be told to leave
them at home?
Everywhere one goes their cell phone goes as well.
It is an addiction, just look around and you can tell.
A conversation between two people at a dinner table
doesn’t happen anymore.
Small children had rather play games on their tablet inside
the house than to be outdoors.
And of course there is Google who tells the adults everything
they want to know.
We can ask questions while we are at home or on the go.
Google has became more popular and sought after than our
Lord Jesus Christ is today.
Wouldn’t we all be so much better off if instead of talking to
Google we bowed our heads to pray?
There is so much one can do on their phone.
And Satan is very busy looking for souls he can devour
and call his own.
He is popular on the web and makes his sites easy to find.
He uses sex,lust, greed, envy and hate to condition ones mind.
Can you imagine in just five years where our world will be?.
It is hard enough for us who know Christ to not be deceived.
But for the lost, more and more evil is what we will see.
Many want things right now and they want it their way.
So many people rely completely on their Smart phone.
I mean really, shouldn’t kids in school be told to leave
them at home?
Everywhere one goes their cell phone goes as well.
It is an addiction, just look around and you can tell.
A conversation between two people at a dinner table
doesn’t happen anymore.
Small children had rather play games on their tablet inside
the house than to be outdoors.
And of course there is Google who tells the adults everything
they want to know.
We can ask questions while we are at home or on the go.
Google has became more popular and sought after than our
Lord Jesus Christ is today.
Wouldn’t we all be so much better off if instead of talking to
Google we bowed our heads to pray?
There is so much one can do on their phone.
And Satan is very busy looking for souls he can devour
and call his own.
He is popular on the web and makes his sites easy to find.
He uses sex,lust, greed, envy and hate to condition ones mind.
Can you imagine in just five years where our world will be?.
It is hard enough for us who know Christ to not be deceived.
But for the lost, more and more evil is what we will see.
Timmy
Timmy grew up in a upper middle class family
with two sisters and a wonderful mom and dad.
His childhood was anything but bad.
It wasn’t until his senior year that his parents noticed
he was skipping school and staying in bed.
They had no idea of the troubles that lie ahead.
Timmy started hanging out with the wrong crowd.
He started raising cane and getting high.
The more drugs he tried the less school meant to him
and his motivation began to die.
As the alcohol and pot became less affecting he moved
on up to the hard stuff.
He had finally found something he loved and he couldn’t
get enough.
Before to long Heroin was his best friend.
His body and mind both started to shut down and Timmy
was in the worst shape he had ever been.
He sold everything he could just to get a fix for that one day.
He quit school, left home and eventually became a dealer.
He not only loved the drug but it provided great pay.
At 25 years old he was busted and sent to jail.
No friends, no drugs and not even his parents would pay his bail.
For years he will be contained to his new home in a cell.
I wonder if it was all worth it when he looks back on his life?
By the time he is out he will be too old to have kids and a wife.
Timmy could have taken an overdose and easily died.
I recall his mother saying at least he will be safe and off drugs,
through the tears she cried.
with two sisters and a wonderful mom and dad.
His childhood was anything but bad.
It wasn’t until his senior year that his parents noticed
he was skipping school and staying in bed.
They had no idea of the troubles that lie ahead.
Timmy started hanging out with the wrong crowd.
He started raising cane and getting high.
The more drugs he tried the less school meant to him
and his motivation began to die.
As the alcohol and pot became less affecting he moved
on up to the hard stuff.
He had finally found something he loved and he couldn’t
get enough.
Before to long Heroin was his best friend.
His body and mind both started to shut down and Timmy
was in the worst shape he had ever been.
He sold everything he could just to get a fix for that one day.
He quit school, left home and eventually became a dealer.
He not only loved the drug but it provided great pay.
At 25 years old he was busted and sent to jail.
No friends, no drugs and not even his parents would pay his bail.
For years he will be contained to his new home in a cell.
I wonder if it was all worth it when he looks back on his life?
By the time he is out he will be too old to have kids and a wife.
Timmy could have taken an overdose and easily died.
I recall his mother saying at least he will be safe and off drugs,
through the tears she cried.
Despair
Father forgive me in those times of despair.
It is during these times i have so often jumped
in front of you as though you aren’t there.
Especially when it comes to my loved ones and
they face hardships of their own.
I still want to make things better for the children
even if they are grown.
I know in this flesh i often focus more on me when
i should rely completely on you.
You handled yesterday, today and you will handle
tomorrow too.
I have to remind myself it is through our times of
despair that we grow closer to you than ever before.
As i learn to get out of your way i find my faith
growing more and more.
So i do ask Father for forgiveness again in those
times of despair.
May i remember what you told me in your word,
you will never put on me more than i can bare.
It is during these times i have so often jumped
in front of you as though you aren’t there.
Especially when it comes to my loved ones and
they face hardships of their own.
I still want to make things better for the children
even if they are grown.
I know in this flesh i often focus more on me when
i should rely completely on you.
You handled yesterday, today and you will handle
tomorrow too.
I have to remind myself it is through our times of
despair that we grow closer to you than ever before.
As i learn to get out of your way i find my faith
growing more and more.
So i do ask Father for forgiveness again in those
times of despair.
May i remember what you told me in your word,
you will never put on me more than i can bare.
He Loved Her Enough
Suzanne had been listening to Country music ever since
she was a little girl.
At only six years old she could sing all the country songs she
had memorized from all over the world.
She started singing in Church, at family reunions and anywhere
she could as long as her parents would go.
She had even won several times in her hometown talent show.
She put every one in mind of Tammy Wynette and Loretta Lynn.
By the time she was a teenager she was able to write songs about
family, broken hearts and unfaithful friends.
She dreamed of someday being on The Grand Ole Opry and even
moving to Nashville.
She finally made it to Nashville but in her heart she wondered if
her dream would be God’s will.
Late night parties, early morning sessions and listening to songs
from Ernest Tubbs to Conway Twitty.
Neon lights and people on every corner but Tootsie’s was Suzanne’s favorite
in the whole city.
She sung there and read names there that were signed by Country Stars.
Some wrote songs that were engraved in the wooden tables and on the bar.
All the glam and glitter was almost more than she could bare.
But oh how she loved the thoughts of becoming famous there.
But for Suzanne this was never going to be what God had planned.
It was only until she got older that she began to understand.
Her talent was needed back in her own hometown.
Using her music to help heal a broken heart, tell others about Jesus,
and pick one up when their feeling so down.
No Rhinestone hats, no fancy boots, just plain Suzanne.
Though her songs are original, she knows yet if she has even one fan.
But God loved her enough to protect her from her own dream.
He knew that even Loretta and Tammy’s life was never what it seemed.
Though at times her life today may sometimes be tuff.
But compared to what it could have been, she is now so thankful that He Loved her Enough!
she was a little girl.
At only six years old she could sing all the country songs she
had memorized from all over the world.
She started singing in Church, at family reunions and anywhere
she could as long as her parents would go.
She had even won several times in her hometown talent show.
She put every one in mind of Tammy Wynette and Loretta Lynn.
By the time she was a teenager she was able to write songs about
family, broken hearts and unfaithful friends.
She dreamed of someday being on The Grand Ole Opry and even
moving to Nashville.
She finally made it to Nashville but in her heart she wondered if
her dream would be God’s will.
Late night parties, early morning sessions and listening to songs
from Ernest Tubbs to Conway Twitty.
Neon lights and people on every corner but Tootsie’s was Suzanne’s favorite
in the whole city.
She sung there and read names there that were signed by Country Stars.
Some wrote songs that were engraved in the wooden tables and on the bar.
All the glam and glitter was almost more than she could bare.
But oh how she loved the thoughts of becoming famous there.
But for Suzanne this was never going to be what God had planned.
It was only until she got older that she began to understand.
Her talent was needed back in her own hometown.
Using her music to help heal a broken heart, tell others about Jesus,
and pick one up when their feeling so down.
No Rhinestone hats, no fancy boots, just plain Suzanne.
Though her songs are original, she knows yet if she has even one fan.
But God loved her enough to protect her from her own dream.
He knew that even Loretta and Tammy’s life was never what it seemed.
Though at times her life today may sometimes be tuff.
But compared to what it could have been, she is now so thankful that He Loved her Enough!
Elsie
Elsie grew up in a world that for most never exist.
Being the only child there was never a dance residual
or a beauty Padgett her parents missed.
She was not only the apple of her dad’s eye but her
mother’s too.
She went to the best Christian schools and was very
popular in everything she decided to do.
The world revolved entirely around little Elsie Jean Scott.
No matter what it was she ask for her parents made sure
that was what she got.
As Elsie grew older she was convinced when it came to
people, she was much better than the rest.
She was sure she deserved nothing less than the best.
It was as if Elsie seen herself as a Princess made of fine
bone china very rare and very irreplaceable too.
She was never taught to be unselfish, show respect and
be kind because her way, was all she knew.
When she became twenty she told her dad she wanted to
be a fashion designer so he hired Calvin Klein to teach her
the things she needed to know.
She got bored pretty fast so she then tried modeling.
Then she preformed a couple of acts in a broad way show.
Then she met Denny!
He was tall dark and handsome for sure.
If anyone had a problem, a ache or anything at all wrong
he definitely had a cure!
For most young ladies he probably would.
But when it came to Elsie no one could.
The truth is Elsie’s mom and dad gave into every one
of Elsie’s beck and call.
She knew how to do nothing on her own at all.
No man nor no one could ever do this for her.
She needed much more than real pearls, diamond rings
and mink furs.
After six broken marriages, eight DUI’s and four warrants
for soliciting on Wall Street, at the young age of 46 Elsie died.
An over dose of heroine was the last thing she tried.
Being the only child there was never a dance residual
or a beauty Padgett her parents missed.
She was not only the apple of her dad’s eye but her
mother’s too.
She went to the best Christian schools and was very
popular in everything she decided to do.
The world revolved entirely around little Elsie Jean Scott.
No matter what it was she ask for her parents made sure
that was what she got.
As Elsie grew older she was convinced when it came to
people, she was much better than the rest.
She was sure she deserved nothing less than the best.
It was as if Elsie seen herself as a Princess made of fine
bone china very rare and very irreplaceable too.
She was never taught to be unselfish, show respect and
be kind because her way, was all she knew.
When she became twenty she told her dad she wanted to
be a fashion designer so he hired Calvin Klein to teach her
the things she needed to know.
She got bored pretty fast so she then tried modeling.
Then she preformed a couple of acts in a broad way show.
Then she met Denny!
He was tall dark and handsome for sure.
If anyone had a problem, a ache or anything at all wrong
he definitely had a cure!
For most young ladies he probably would.
But when it came to Elsie no one could.
The truth is Elsie’s mom and dad gave into every one
of Elsie’s beck and call.
She knew how to do nothing on her own at all.
No man nor no one could ever do this for her.
She needed much more than real pearls, diamond rings
and mink furs.
After six broken marriages, eight DUI’s and four warrants
for soliciting on Wall Street, at the young age of 46 Elsie died.
An over dose of heroine was the last thing she tried.
A Man on the Sidewalk
It was a Sunday morning that Ann waited patiently on her
order at Hardees drive through.
The rain had finally stopped and the sunshine was beginning
to come out as the sky turned from gray to blue.
It never crossed Ann’s mind that today would be one of those days .
Much less get inspired by a stranger in a most unusual way.
While driving down the road she saw a man walking on the sidewalk
all alone.
She noticed his demeanor and appearance spoke volumes to her
on it’s own.
He was a sharp dressed man from head to toe.
But it was a book that he was carrying that impressed Ann so.
His Bible.
I am sure he never knew the inspiration he laid upon her heart.
While he was headed to church walking,
she was driving her nice vehicle to go to Walmart.
Her convictions and shame immediately took control of how
this devoted man of God made her feel.
She new going to Walmart instead of church was out of Gods will.
This man I am sure never knew how he had gotten Ann’s attention
because the fruit he bared was so honest and sincere.
It was obvious his love for his Savior flowed without favor or fear.
The fruit of his labor was all she could see.
As she told me her story, this man I never seen also got my attention
and I was reminded as well of where my walk with God should be.
order at Hardees drive through.
The rain had finally stopped and the sunshine was beginning
to come out as the sky turned from gray to blue.
It never crossed Ann’s mind that today would be one of those days .
Much less get inspired by a stranger in a most unusual way.
While driving down the road she saw a man walking on the sidewalk
all alone.
She noticed his demeanor and appearance spoke volumes to her
on it’s own.
He was a sharp dressed man from head to toe.
But it was a book that he was carrying that impressed Ann so.
His Bible.
I am sure he never knew the inspiration he laid upon her heart.
While he was headed to church walking,
she was driving her nice vehicle to go to Walmart.
Her convictions and shame immediately took control of how
this devoted man of God made her feel.
She new going to Walmart instead of church was out of Gods will.
This man I am sure never knew how he had gotten Ann’s attention
because the fruit he bared was so honest and sincere.
It was obvious his love for his Savior flowed without favor or fear.
The fruit of his labor was all she could see.
As she told me her story, this man I never seen also got my attention
and I was reminded as well of where my walk with God should be.
Ms. Odessa
Ms.Odessa was a neat and dainty middle aged woman
who was use to doing things on her own..
She minded her business and had a great desire to
please God as much as anyone i have ever known.
During the winter time smoke from her wood stove
cut through the crisp air leaving behind the scent of
wild cherry she often would burn.
She got eggs from her chickens, milk from her cow
and made butter straight from the churn.
Ever year she raised a hog and sold fresh sausage that
was the best money could buy.
She also sold home- made jam, jellies and apple pie’s.
Her lawn looked as if it were green velvet except for
the Perry-Winkle and clover that spread on the ground.
Ms.Odessa considered her home a piece of Heaven on earth
in which she had found.
Her hands were weathered and her skin tanned like a hide
from the wind, rain and sun.
Her hair almost completely gray yet when it came to stress
Ms.Odessa had none.
She used what God gave her and seen her work as a
blessing, not a chore.
She knew in her heart she was rich.
She was completely content with no desire for more.
It is said that people are so much smarter and so much
more intelligent now than they were years ago.
But i disagree.
If there were more Ms.Odessa’s in the world and less idiot’s
then that is progress to me.
who was use to doing things on her own..
She minded her business and had a great desire to
please God as much as anyone i have ever known.
During the winter time smoke from her wood stove
cut through the crisp air leaving behind the scent of
wild cherry she often would burn.
She got eggs from her chickens, milk from her cow
and made butter straight from the churn.
Ever year she raised a hog and sold fresh sausage that
was the best money could buy.
She also sold home- made jam, jellies and apple pie’s.
Her lawn looked as if it were green velvet except for
the Perry-Winkle and clover that spread on the ground.
Ms.Odessa considered her home a piece of Heaven on earth
in which she had found.
Her hands were weathered and her skin tanned like a hide
from the wind, rain and sun.
Her hair almost completely gray yet when it came to stress
Ms.Odessa had none.
She used what God gave her and seen her work as a
blessing, not a chore.
She knew in her heart she was rich.
She was completely content with no desire for more.
It is said that people are so much smarter and so much
more intelligent now than they were years ago.
But i disagree.
If there were more Ms.Odessa’s in the world and less idiot’s
then that is progress to me.
Imperfections
Wouldn’t it be nice if God would answer our prayers
right then and there.
Especially during those times of trails when my faith
grows weak and i wonder, is he really there?
It seems as though I ask him for something everyday.
I know i ask that he put one hand on my shoulder and
one on my mouth, when it comes to what i say.
I have always had trouble with saying what is on my mind.
And I have to ask for his forgiveness and apologize to those
I have treated so poorly and unkind.
Some days i find myself wanting to make my own decision’s
about something when i know he is wanting me to wait.
I seek, I ask but I don’t always leave my unanswered prayer
in God’s hands before it’s too late.
I will continue to seek him and be more of the person
he teaches me in his word to be.
To be obedient to my Lord and allow his light to shine
through me for others to see.
He already knows what is best for my life on earth,
so why must I keep trying to fix things on my own?
During my darkest hours he has proven his love and has
not once left me alone.
I can say there is nothing more greater than having
Gods peace and allowing no one nor nothing to steal
it away.
In spite of my imperfections and my faults I am so thankful
to him for accepting me, forgiving me and loving me today.
right then and there.
Especially during those times of trails when my faith
grows weak and i wonder, is he really there?
It seems as though I ask him for something everyday.
I know i ask that he put one hand on my shoulder and
one on my mouth, when it comes to what i say.
I have always had trouble with saying what is on my mind.
And I have to ask for his forgiveness and apologize to those
I have treated so poorly and unkind.
Some days i find myself wanting to make my own decision’s
about something when i know he is wanting me to wait.
I seek, I ask but I don’t always leave my unanswered prayer
in God’s hands before it’s too late.
I will continue to seek him and be more of the person
he teaches me in his word to be.
To be obedient to my Lord and allow his light to shine
through me for others to see.
He already knows what is best for my life on earth,
so why must I keep trying to fix things on my own?
During my darkest hours he has proven his love and has
not once left me alone.
I can say there is nothing more greater than having
Gods peace and allowing no one nor nothing to steal
it away.
In spite of my imperfections and my faults I am so thankful
to him for accepting me, forgiving me and loving me today.
Miracles
At many different times God has put before me
a miracle that only he could have preformed.
Two of my most amazing miracles was when my
two little girls were born.
If we all stop and look around we will see many
miracles everyday.
Have you ever wondered how a tree can grow
in the middle of a rock surrounded by stone and
red dirt clay?
How did Helen Keller have a personal relationship
with God and her being deaf, mute and blind?
Read her story and her miracles you will find.
For some they call it Science, some call it luck and
some say it is only a mere consequence.
But for us believers that know God can do the impossible,
his amazing miracles always make sense.
I have saw some miracles for myself.
He has shown me his works especially when i have felt
as though i had nothing left.
He sends down his mighty works from above.
His way of expressing to us his truth and unconditional
love.
A boy named David defeated a giant with one small stone.
Jonah lived for days in the belly of a whale and Daniel slept
unharmed with the lions in their den.
Still today God does miracles in all of our lives just as he
did back then.
Look for the tree in the rock, the colors in the rainbow and
the thousands of stars in the sky.
It is up to each of us to either believe or follow science
and analyze why.
a miracle that only he could have preformed.
Two of my most amazing miracles was when my
two little girls were born.
If we all stop and look around we will see many
miracles everyday.
Have you ever wondered how a tree can grow
in the middle of a rock surrounded by stone and
red dirt clay?
How did Helen Keller have a personal relationship
with God and her being deaf, mute and blind?
Read her story and her miracles you will find.
For some they call it Science, some call it luck and
some say it is only a mere consequence.
But for us believers that know God can do the impossible,
his amazing miracles always make sense.
I have saw some miracles for myself.
He has shown me his works especially when i have felt
as though i had nothing left.
He sends down his mighty works from above.
His way of expressing to us his truth and unconditional
love.
A boy named David defeated a giant with one small stone.
Jonah lived for days in the belly of a whale and Daniel slept
unharmed with the lions in their den.
Still today God does miracles in all of our lives just as he
did back then.
Look for the tree in the rock, the colors in the rainbow and
the thousands of stars in the sky.
It is up to each of us to either believe or follow science
and analyze why.
Rock Bottom
At times when we must to hit rock bottom
we may ask ourselves, what can i do?
But when you are at the bottom your
choice’s are few.
We can just stay there and soak in our
own self pity all alone.
We can find a way to drown our problem in
alcohol or drugs, and for a while it is gone.
Or we can get on our knees since we are
already at the end of our rope,
and look up to the Heavens and ask God
to help us up and give us hope.
Many times we think it is easiest to try
and fix our problems on our own.
Or we can hide it on the shelf and pretend
it is gone.
But when it is something that hit’s you so
hard you feel as if you just can’t survive,
you will discover calling on God and relying on
his strength will be what keeps you alive.
He knows in advance we will hit rock bottom
but it is because he cares.
For most of us it takes something so drastic to
get our attention and know he is there.
we may ask ourselves, what can i do?
But when you are at the bottom your
choice’s are few.
We can just stay there and soak in our
own self pity all alone.
We can find a way to drown our problem in
alcohol or drugs, and for a while it is gone.
Or we can get on our knees since we are
already at the end of our rope,
and look up to the Heavens and ask God
to help us up and give us hope.
Many times we think it is easiest to try
and fix our problems on our own.
Or we can hide it on the shelf and pretend
it is gone.
But when it is something that hit’s you so
hard you feel as if you just can’t survive,
you will discover calling on God and relying on
his strength will be what keeps you alive.
He knows in advance we will hit rock bottom
but it is because he cares.
For most of us it takes something so drastic to
get our attention and know he is there.
Imperfections
Wouldn’t it be nice if God would answer our prayers
right then and there.
Especially during those times of trails when my faith
grows weak and i wonder, is he really there?
It seems as though I ask him for something everyday.
I know i ask that he put one hand on my shoulder and
one on my mouth, when it comes to what i say.
I have always had trouble with saying what is on my mind.
And I have to ask for his forgiveness and apologize to those
I have treated so poorly and unkind.
Some days i find myself wanting to make my own decision’s
about something when i know he is wanting me to wait.
I seek, I ask but I don’t always leave my unanswered prayer
in God’s hands before it’s too late.
I will continue to seek him and be more of the person
he teaches me in his word to be.
To be obedient to my Lord and allow his light to shine
through me for others to see.
He already knows what is best for my life on earth,
so why must I keep trying to fix things on my own?
During my darkest hours he has proven his love and has
not once left me alone.
I can say there is nothing more greater than having
Gods peace and allowing no one nor nothing to steal
it away.
In spite of my imperfections and my faults I am so thankful
to him for accepting me, forgiving me and loving me today.
right then and there.
Especially during those times of trails when my faith
grows weak and i wonder, is he really there?
It seems as though I ask him for something everyday.
I know i ask that he put one hand on my shoulder and
one on my mouth, when it comes to what i say.
I have always had trouble with saying what is on my mind.
And I have to ask for his forgiveness and apologize to those
I have treated so poorly and unkind.
Some days i find myself wanting to make my own decision’s
about something when i know he is wanting me to wait.
I seek, I ask but I don’t always leave my unanswered prayer
in God’s hands before it’s too late.
I will continue to seek him and be more of the person
he teaches me in his word to be.
To be obedient to my Lord and allow his light to shine
through me for others to see.
He already knows what is best for my life on earth,
so why must I keep trying to fix things on my own?
During my darkest hours he has proven his love and has
not once left me alone.
I can say there is nothing more greater than having
Gods peace and allowing no one nor nothing to steal
it away.
In spite of my imperfections and my faults I am so thankful
to him for accepting me, forgiving me and loving me today.
Marie’s Blessing
Marie was a young lady with a heart full of ambition and
a head full of dreams.
She finished High School, started collage and worked part time
at Krispy Creme.
She manage to get her a car that was by no means even close to
being new.
But at least it did get her where she needed to go, so it had to do.
She all but ran the wheels off of that little car and it actually grew on
her in a strange kinda way.
She studied and studied and then went to work,
week after week, day after day.
After a couple of years she finally was able to get herself a vehicle
that was better than her old one by far.
You see Marie had been saved and she had prayed and prayed about
a car.
Only having her shiny Honda seven days she decided to celebrate and have
a few beers.
God had gave her a conscience and deep down she knew she was out
of his will.
While driving home so recklessly she lost control, totaled her car and
with only a few straches and brusies she could have easily been killed.
Her heart was broke because her nice car was totaled beyond repair.
Once we recieve God as our Savior he becomes our Heavenly Father and
sometimes his disipline seems to be more than we think we can bare.
But only he knows what is best for us.
Had Marie totaled her old ugly car if would not have bothered her near
as bad.
But when God gives us a blessing and we take it for granted our own
stupidity always reminds us of what we had.
a head full of dreams.
She finished High School, started collage and worked part time
at Krispy Creme.
She manage to get her a car that was by no means even close to
being new.
But at least it did get her where she needed to go, so it had to do.
She all but ran the wheels off of that little car and it actually grew on
her in a strange kinda way.
She studied and studied and then went to work,
week after week, day after day.
After a couple of years she finally was able to get herself a vehicle
that was better than her old one by far.
You see Marie had been saved and she had prayed and prayed about
a car.
Only having her shiny Honda seven days she decided to celebrate and have
a few beers.
God had gave her a conscience and deep down she knew she was out
of his will.
While driving home so recklessly she lost control, totaled her car and
with only a few straches and brusies she could have easily been killed.
Her heart was broke because her nice car was totaled beyond repair.
Once we recieve God as our Savior he becomes our Heavenly Father and
sometimes his disipline seems to be more than we think we can bare.
But only he knows what is best for us.
Had Marie totaled her old ugly car if would not have bothered her near
as bad.
But when God gives us a blessing and we take it for granted our own
stupidity always reminds us of what we had.
A New Year 2020
As a New Year rolls around i can’t help but think back about the
past year and so many more that lie quietly in the back of my mind.
No matter how much time passes my yesterday years are easy to find.
Some still bring a smile to my face, some bring tears and of course there
are some that i have tried for years to forget.
But this year i see things differently, even my regrets.
Are you thankful this year just knowing there is a God that forgives us
for all the things we’ve done wrong?
Do you see daily that every milestone in your life both good and bad,
are exactly what he knew you needed to make you humble and strong?
Without hardships he knew you would never offer a stranger a helping hand?
Without pain he knew you would never be able to heal another’s wounds?
Without hurt he knew you could never be a true friend who really understands?
Without tears he knew you would not appreciate the laughter that comes
your way.
Without Salvation he also knows where you will spend eternity if he comes
for you today.
So when looking back do you see your burdens were actually blessings
God has given you year after year?
Is your New Years Resolution for 2020, to love him more and wait on him
to show you, why your still here?
past year and so many more that lie quietly in the back of my mind.
No matter how much time passes my yesterday years are easy to find.
Some still bring a smile to my face, some bring tears and of course there
are some that i have tried for years to forget.
But this year i see things differently, even my regrets.
Are you thankful this year just knowing there is a God that forgives us
for all the things we’ve done wrong?
Do you see daily that every milestone in your life both good and bad,
are exactly what he knew you needed to make you humble and strong?
Without hardships he knew you would never offer a stranger a helping hand?
Without pain he knew you would never be able to heal another’s wounds?
Without hurt he knew you could never be a true friend who really understands?
Without tears he knew you would not appreciate the laughter that comes
your way.
Without Salvation he also knows where you will spend eternity if he comes
for you today.
So when looking back do you see your burdens were actually blessings
God has given you year after year?
Is your New Years Resolution for 2020, to love him more and wait on him
to show you, why your still here?
This year for Christmas
If i were ask what i wanted this year from Santa Claus,
that is if he actually did exist,
i wouldn’t want things i have never had but the things
i truly miss.
Playing in the streets at night with my brother, my sister
and all our cousins on Rainbow Drive.
Of course years ago that was the greatest street in the world.
Something about the night air made us kids hearts thrive.
I would ask for those same chapped lips as a child and the
numbness in my fingers and toes because it was so cold.
I would ask to see my pop again.
So i could smell those giant butter beans he always had on the stove.
I would ask to see granny’s christmas tree that stood only
four feet tall.
Covered in those big bulbs that lit up the whole room.
It never mattered that all her presents were small.
I would ask Santa for warmth that was felt as my aunts and uncles
sat around the table playing cards and cracking jokes.
Do folks now days to have the respect they had back then?
If anyone had a alcoholic beverage, they at least put it in a poke.
I would ask to go back to the place where one could help a stranger
without being afraid.
A place before there were “apps” for this and for that.
And most of the Christmas decorations were home made.
Going back to Grannys would be a wonderful compared to life
these days.
None of us were perfect but we put aside our differences,
accepted one another and bowed our heads to pray.
If i could ask Santa for anything i realize i can’t go back to Grannys but
i can welcome all my loved ones into my home.
And if we really do know the reason for the season then we too
can come together to celebrate Jesus and all get along.
that is if he actually did exist,
i wouldn’t want things i have never had but the things
i truly miss.
Playing in the streets at night with my brother, my sister
and all our cousins on Rainbow Drive.
Of course years ago that was the greatest street in the world.
Something about the night air made us kids hearts thrive.
I would ask for those same chapped lips as a child and the
numbness in my fingers and toes because it was so cold.
I would ask to see my pop again.
So i could smell those giant butter beans he always had on the stove.
I would ask to see granny’s christmas tree that stood only
four feet tall.
Covered in those big bulbs that lit up the whole room.
It never mattered that all her presents were small.
I would ask Santa for warmth that was felt as my aunts and uncles
sat around the table playing cards and cracking jokes.
Do folks now days to have the respect they had back then?
If anyone had a alcoholic beverage, they at least put it in a poke.
I would ask to go back to the place where one could help a stranger
without being afraid.
A place before there were “apps” for this and for that.
And most of the Christmas decorations were home made.
Going back to Grannys would be a wonderful compared to life
these days.
None of us were perfect but we put aside our differences,
accepted one another and bowed our heads to pray.
If i could ask Santa for anything i realize i can’t go back to Grannys but
i can welcome all my loved ones into my home.
And if we really do know the reason for the season then we too
can come together to celebrate Jesus and all get along.
Down and Out
As this time of year rolls around Lord, even the unbelievers will
be reminded of your birth.
I have so very many reasons to be thankful for on this earth.
You have always been there for me since the day i ask you
into my heart.
And though my sins were many you have loved me from
the start.
Yet i must confess i have always struggled with Holiday blues.
Why, i can’t really say because i know my troubles compared
to so many others are few.
When gray skies cloud my vision it is only through you Lord
that the darkness is unable to take control.
So i pretend to be Merry and Bright so my true feelings at this time
of year doesn’t show.
The less fortunant and those in poverty seem to follow me everywhere
i go.
I also miss dearly those i once knew that are no longer here.
I can only hope they are celebrating with you in Heaven Lord,
as your Birthday grows near.
Show me how to be there for the lonely, the bitter and depressed.
Though i have not much money i can look toward your guidence
and do my best.
I have always heard, do something for someone else when you,
yourself feels down and out.
So Lord use me and prepare me to be able to give the gift of Love,
for this is what the true meaning of Christmas is all about.
be reminded of your birth.
I have so very many reasons to be thankful for on this earth.
You have always been there for me since the day i ask you
into my heart.
And though my sins were many you have loved me from
the start.
Yet i must confess i have always struggled with Holiday blues.
Why, i can’t really say because i know my troubles compared
to so many others are few.
When gray skies cloud my vision it is only through you Lord
that the darkness is unable to take control.
So i pretend to be Merry and Bright so my true feelings at this time
of year doesn’t show.
The less fortunant and those in poverty seem to follow me everywhere
i go.
I also miss dearly those i once knew that are no longer here.
I can only hope they are celebrating with you in Heaven Lord,
as your Birthday grows near.
Show me how to be there for the lonely, the bitter and depressed.
Though i have not much money i can look toward your guidence
and do my best.
I have always heard, do something for someone else when you,
yourself feels down and out.
So Lord use me and prepare me to be able to give the gift of Love,
for this is what the true meaning of Christmas is all about.
Our Veterans
As time keeps changing
the life we once knew,
it is often we forget the true meaning
of the "Red, White and Blue".
America, one of the most sought after countries
in which many folks long to live.
Yet there has always been great sacrifices that
someone had to give.
A man or a woman dressed in uniform have and
still are today putting their lives on the line.
As we walk around and enjoy ourselves as though
everything everywhere is going fine.
Our soilders are blown up, left blind, suffer loss of limbs,
and many face a lifetime being mentally distraught.
All because they choose to fight for our country and respect
the laws in which a soilder is taught.
Let no man say Freedom is free for it has always been bought.
Many of our own left the war in wheelchairs some in body bags.
The only memories some families will ever have are stained letters
and dog tags.
May we feel nothing but sorrow, respect and honor for those who
rest in Arlington's grave.
To those still living who are crippled, mangled or handicap,
Thank You all for your courage and for being so brave.
Every soldier, men or women make sacrifices everyday
like no other.
Someone has lost a father, someone a mother, someone a sister
and someone a brother.
So on Veterans day in America, may we all salute our past, present
and future service members in the most sincere way.
May each one find a little peace in their heart, a pillow to rest their
head on and a place to call home.
This is the prayer i pray.
And may they each one know that they are our hero's and may God
bless them all as we say Thank You troops from the U.S of A.
the life we once knew,
it is often we forget the true meaning
of the "Red, White and Blue".
America, one of the most sought after countries
in which many folks long to live.
Yet there has always been great sacrifices that
someone had to give.
A man or a woman dressed in uniform have and
still are today putting their lives on the line.
As we walk around and enjoy ourselves as though
everything everywhere is going fine.
Our soilders are blown up, left blind, suffer loss of limbs,
and many face a lifetime being mentally distraught.
All because they choose to fight for our country and respect
the laws in which a soilder is taught.
Let no man say Freedom is free for it has always been bought.
Many of our own left the war in wheelchairs some in body bags.
The only memories some families will ever have are stained letters
and dog tags.
May we feel nothing but sorrow, respect and honor for those who
rest in Arlington's grave.
To those still living who are crippled, mangled or handicap,
Thank You all for your courage and for being so brave.
Every soldier, men or women make sacrifices everyday
like no other.
Someone has lost a father, someone a mother, someone a sister
and someone a brother.
So on Veterans day in America, may we all salute our past, present
and future service members in the most sincere way.
May each one find a little peace in their heart, a pillow to rest their
head on and a place to call home.
This is the prayer i pray.
And may they each one know that they are our hero's and may God
bless them all as we say Thank You troops from the U.S of A.
A Ball of Twine
A ball of twine.
When at first glance it appears no more than a ball of string
going in many different directions.
But once it is put to use it becomes a beautiful work of art
revealing nothing less than its own perfection.
As each strain unravels it becomes very useful in it’s own way.
Yet it must wait on the knitters hands to bring forth a beautiful
and colorful display.
For some of us, we have our own twisted and tangled ball of twine that hides
itself in the corners of our mind.
Though few may never understand, the strings of shame, guilt, pain, and hurt.
But for us who do, our ball of twine comes easy to unwind.
Like that of the Knitter’s hands we must have help so we can
take our ball of despair and knit it into a work of art.
But in order to have a beautiful display in life we must accept change
that only comes from the heart.
Only Jesus Christ can take the unwanted strains and replace them with his
unconditional love and caring way.
He can make the crooked straight and give us hope from day to day.
No one has to live with a twisted and tangled ball of twine in their head
like i once had in mine.
If you really want help, just look up, for your answers on a healing
has been there the whole time.
When at first glance it appears no more than a ball of string
going in many different directions.
But once it is put to use it becomes a beautiful work of art
revealing nothing less than its own perfection.
As each strain unravels it becomes very useful in it’s own way.
Yet it must wait on the knitters hands to bring forth a beautiful
and colorful display.
For some of us, we have our own twisted and tangled ball of twine that hides
itself in the corners of our mind.
Though few may never understand, the strings of shame, guilt, pain, and hurt.
But for us who do, our ball of twine comes easy to unwind.
Like that of the Knitter’s hands we must have help so we can
take our ball of despair and knit it into a work of art.
But in order to have a beautiful display in life we must accept change
that only comes from the heart.
Only Jesus Christ can take the unwanted strains and replace them with his
unconditional love and caring way.
He can make the crooked straight and give us hope from day to day.
No one has to live with a twisted and tangled ball of twine in their head
like i once had in mine.
If you really want help, just look up, for your answers on a healing
has been there the whole time.
Washerette
Sandra believed in God and she had also experienced through Jesus
Christ how much better her life was when she made time for him.
A time to meditate on his word, a time to pray and a time to be inspired
by her sisters in Christ, Beth and Kim.
Being a single parent like Sandra, she fully understood the old saying,
when it rains it pours!
Her work and her home life together were rapidly taking a tow.
And she knew she wasn’t reading God’s word like she had before.
After work and supper one evening Sandra was in desperate need to wash
her and the kids some pants and shirts.
So after loading her machine and turning it on, it made a funny noise.
Her twenty five year old washer no longer worked.
The evening was still early so Sandra left the kids at home while she made
her way to the washerette down the road.
She decided to take along her Bible that way she could spend time with her
Lord while waiting on her loads.
No one else was around, not one person in sight.
As Sandra sat down and opened her Bible, she witnessed a remarkable
encounter that night.
From out of nowhere a poor, dirty and homeless looking man stood before
her very eye’s.
He simply ask, what book are you reading mam?
And after answering him, she couldn’t help but wonder why?
Then he told Sandra no matter what she needed to finish that book.
And in a flash as quickly as he came, he left.
In amazement she stood up and turned around to look.
She knew this man was an Angel to encourage her along although she
never knew his name.
Sandra finished the book of Job, and as hardships hit her family not a
one of them was ever the same.
But God knew exactly what was coming and he sent one of his own to
show her the way.
Now When hard times hit Sandra, she is always reminded of the book of job
and her amazing encounter that happened that day.
Christ how much better her life was when she made time for him.
A time to meditate on his word, a time to pray and a time to be inspired
by her sisters in Christ, Beth and Kim.
Being a single parent like Sandra, she fully understood the old saying,
when it rains it pours!
Her work and her home life together were rapidly taking a tow.
And she knew she wasn’t reading God’s word like she had before.
After work and supper one evening Sandra was in desperate need to wash
her and the kids some pants and shirts.
So after loading her machine and turning it on, it made a funny noise.
Her twenty five year old washer no longer worked.
The evening was still early so Sandra left the kids at home while she made
her way to the washerette down the road.
She decided to take along her Bible that way she could spend time with her
Lord while waiting on her loads.
No one else was around, not one person in sight.
As Sandra sat down and opened her Bible, she witnessed a remarkable
encounter that night.
From out of nowhere a poor, dirty and homeless looking man stood before
her very eye’s.
He simply ask, what book are you reading mam?
And after answering him, she couldn’t help but wonder why?
Then he told Sandra no matter what she needed to finish that book.
And in a flash as quickly as he came, he left.
In amazement she stood up and turned around to look.
She knew this man was an Angel to encourage her along although she
never knew his name.
Sandra finished the book of Job, and as hardships hit her family not a
one of them was ever the same.
But God knew exactly what was coming and he sent one of his own to
show her the way.
Now When hard times hit Sandra, she is always reminded of the book of job
and her amazing encounter that happened that day.
The Gift
Joey Baker was the new kid in town.
When Joey’s dad passed away he was only seven years old.
Before then they lived in Detroit City where the winters are known
for being very harsh and cold.
Many changes had been made for the entire family in the last three
years since Mr.Baker had passed away.
For Joey now 10 and his sister Jenny only 7, knew how to
maintain their household chores and do homework everyday.
The other kids really liked Joey but found it to be strange
that he wore a striped toboggan everywhere he would go.
Even in the spring and summer he had on his toboggan and as for as
everyone else Joey loving his toboggan was all they needed to know.
Joey hung with all the guys in the neighborhood and he learned fast
that Ben was the boss that told all the others what to do.
Not only was he bossy but he was also the greatest bully in school.
As the months passed, December had arrived and it was pretty cold.
It was on a Saturday morning, that Ben’s mother had him ride his bike to
the local grocery store.
An errand he had ran for her a hundred times before.
Just so happened about the time Ben went to cross the road a teenage
boy came around the curve way to fast according to what others had told.
Struck by a car Ben now laid helpless in a hospital bed.
Paralyzed from his waist down at only 11 years old.
Joey wanted so badly to do something for his friend.
So the decision he was about to make would be one of the biggest sacrifices
he had ever made, especially it being for the bully Ben.
He carefully wrapped Ben’s gift with Spiderman paper all on his own.
He walked to the hospital and when giving Ben his gift, Ben told Joey he
believed he had rather open his gift when he was all alone.
After Joeys visit, Ben opened his gift and he pulled from the small box
the worn striped toboggan Joey loved so dear.
It was a present given to Joey by his dad the last Christmas he was here.
It wasn’t the price of the toboggan, but the sacrifice Joey made that day.
Of course it would have been much easier to have bought a gift than to
give something he loved with all his heart away.
Why anyone would show such compassion for him, especially after his
bully ways, was something he would have plenty of time to figure out.
As time passed Ben realized what a gift of true Love was all about.
Us being more like Ben, has one who loves us so much that he sacrificed
his own life so we may live.
What greater gift could anyone give?
So remember if given a gift and it’s not all pretty and new,
the person giving is trying to say, just how much they care about you!
When Joey’s dad passed away he was only seven years old.
Before then they lived in Detroit City where the winters are known
for being very harsh and cold.
Many changes had been made for the entire family in the last three
years since Mr.Baker had passed away.
For Joey now 10 and his sister Jenny only 7, knew how to
maintain their household chores and do homework everyday.
The other kids really liked Joey but found it to be strange
that he wore a striped toboggan everywhere he would go.
Even in the spring and summer he had on his toboggan and as for as
everyone else Joey loving his toboggan was all they needed to know.
Joey hung with all the guys in the neighborhood and he learned fast
that Ben was the boss that told all the others what to do.
Not only was he bossy but he was also the greatest bully in school.
As the months passed, December had arrived and it was pretty cold.
It was on a Saturday morning, that Ben’s mother had him ride his bike to
the local grocery store.
An errand he had ran for her a hundred times before.
Just so happened about the time Ben went to cross the road a teenage
boy came around the curve way to fast according to what others had told.
Struck by a car Ben now laid helpless in a hospital bed.
Paralyzed from his waist down at only 11 years old.
Joey wanted so badly to do something for his friend.
So the decision he was about to make would be one of the biggest sacrifices
he had ever made, especially it being for the bully Ben.
He carefully wrapped Ben’s gift with Spiderman paper all on his own.
He walked to the hospital and when giving Ben his gift, Ben told Joey he
believed he had rather open his gift when he was all alone.
After Joeys visit, Ben opened his gift and he pulled from the small box
the worn striped toboggan Joey loved so dear.
It was a present given to Joey by his dad the last Christmas he was here.
It wasn’t the price of the toboggan, but the sacrifice Joey made that day.
Of course it would have been much easier to have bought a gift than to
give something he loved with all his heart away.
Why anyone would show such compassion for him, especially after his
bully ways, was something he would have plenty of time to figure out.
As time passed Ben realized what a gift of true Love was all about.
Us being more like Ben, has one who loves us so much that he sacrificed
his own life so we may live.
What greater gift could anyone give?
So remember if given a gift and it’s not all pretty and new,
the person giving is trying to say, just how much they care about you!
Lulu
Some remember true blessings for what they really are.
As early as Ann can remember she loved horses,
Doc Holliday and Belle Starr.
By age 10 she had been blessed with her second pony and she rode
him everyday.
There was a group of young girls and all having their ponies pretending
to be Cowboys and Indians was their favorite game to play.
As the ponies grew older the girls did too.
All but Ann, got a full grown horse while in elementary school.
However Ann grew up in a divorced family so the funds for her
a full grown horse just wasn’t there.
Besize for Ann’s mother to put food on their table and feed a pony
it was almost more than she could bare.
Being taught about Jesus and taught to be thankful for what she had,
something still on the inside of Ann made her feel belittled and sad.
Was it because her friends maybe looked down on her because her
mother couldn’t afford to get her a big fast horse like theirs?
However in time her situation would soon be changed forever.
All because of God, one man and Ann’s own prayers.
You see Ann’s mother met someone who was very kind.
A man of his character back then and in today’s world is hard to find.
He loved Ann’s mother and he loved Ann too.
One day he told Ann with her getting older and being so tall,
that selling her pony may be a wise thing to do.
The thoughts of being without her pony was heart breaking
even if he was small.
But Ann understood when he told her one of her dreams was about
to come true.
He had gotten Ann her full size horse and her name was Lulu!!
No one but God, the man and Ann will ever know the true blessing
her horse Lulu made in her life.
She kept her a couple of years after she married and became a wife.
Looking back now Ann can see how God made a way and how
today he still makes a way.
We must never give up, never lose faith and most of all,
we must never forget to pray!!!!
As early as Ann can remember she loved horses,
Doc Holliday and Belle Starr.
By age 10 she had been blessed with her second pony and she rode
him everyday.
There was a group of young girls and all having their ponies pretending
to be Cowboys and Indians was their favorite game to play.
As the ponies grew older the girls did too.
All but Ann, got a full grown horse while in elementary school.
However Ann grew up in a divorced family so the funds for her
a full grown horse just wasn’t there.
Besize for Ann’s mother to put food on their table and feed a pony
it was almost more than she could bare.
Being taught about Jesus and taught to be thankful for what she had,
something still on the inside of Ann made her feel belittled and sad.
Was it because her friends maybe looked down on her because her
mother couldn’t afford to get her a big fast horse like theirs?
However in time her situation would soon be changed forever.
All because of God, one man and Ann’s own prayers.
You see Ann’s mother met someone who was very kind.
A man of his character back then and in today’s world is hard to find.
He loved Ann’s mother and he loved Ann too.
One day he told Ann with her getting older and being so tall,
that selling her pony may be a wise thing to do.
The thoughts of being without her pony was heart breaking
even if he was small.
But Ann understood when he told her one of her dreams was about
to come true.
He had gotten Ann her full size horse and her name was Lulu!!
No one but God, the man and Ann will ever know the true blessing
her horse Lulu made in her life.
She kept her a couple of years after she married and became a wife.
Looking back now Ann can see how God made a way and how
today he still makes a way.
We must never give up, never lose faith and most of all,
we must never forget to pray!!!!
Smart Folks
Smart folks have gave us the answers to every question we may ask
through their Smartwatches, T.V’s and especially their SmartPhones.
Surly they would not be misleading or steer us wrong?
Just ask yourself , do the Smart folks really care about who you are
or what you think?
Could it be all they want is your money and information so they
offer you a FREE trial to sign on to their website and link?
I am sure if you have unlimited data then they are thrilled to know how
much you love their incredible SmartPhone.
I suspect they would never lose sleep if you are so addicted to their service
you seldom take time out for the kids everyday when you get home.
These Smart folks never give it a minute of thought that divorces
in America are at their highest rate.
But never fret, because in a matter of seconds the SmartPhone will help you
find yourself a more compatible and much better mate!
Do the Smart folks care if our 12 year old son or daughter is lead astray
to the darker side?
Do they really care if they are abused, raped or have even died?
The Smart way of technology manufactured by Smart folks actually shows
how easily we fall for the inventions made by man.
Do we really realize not just us as adults but our children too,
hold the whole world in the palm of their hands?
While we become so dependent on these material things we become
less dependant on God in our world today.
The only hope for our future in America and the generations to come
is to know the unchanging truth of our Heavenly Father and pray.
through their Smartwatches, T.V’s and especially their SmartPhones.
Surly they would not be misleading or steer us wrong?
Just ask yourself , do the Smart folks really care about who you are
or what you think?
Could it be all they want is your money and information so they
offer you a FREE trial to sign on to their website and link?
I am sure if you have unlimited data then they are thrilled to know how
much you love their incredible SmartPhone.
I suspect they would never lose sleep if you are so addicted to their service
you seldom take time out for the kids everyday when you get home.
These Smart folks never give it a minute of thought that divorces
in America are at their highest rate.
But never fret, because in a matter of seconds the SmartPhone will help you
find yourself a more compatible and much better mate!
Do the Smart folks care if our 12 year old son or daughter is lead astray
to the darker side?
Do they really care if they are abused, raped or have even died?
The Smart way of technology manufactured by Smart folks actually shows
how easily we fall for the inventions made by man.
Do we really realize not just us as adults but our children too,
hold the whole world in the palm of their hands?
While we become so dependent on these material things we become
less dependant on God in our world today.
The only hope for our future in America and the generations to come
is to know the unchanging truth of our Heavenly Father and pray.
Words
Mentally words can hurt, and in all honesty, i believe no one
likes to be talked about in a degrading way.
Unfortunately ever since the beginning of time, people that gossip
were around then, and still are today.
God picked one woman he saw above all others to be the mother of his son.
Once she had conceived through the Holy Spirit,
Joseph’s feelings of shame and doubt had begun.
The mother of baby Jesus would have had her name slandered by men.
She would have been an adulteress woman plagued by sin.
Yet God sent one of his angels to Joseph in a dream.
The angel assured him, things will not be as they seem. (Matt 1:18-21)
Those that choose to live for Christ should know gossip is unholy and
maybe even a sin.
So the need to do it must come from their own ugly that dwells within.
I may never be remembered for where i am with Christ today.
Because some had rather remember the old me and my worldly ways.
So remember when friends get excited talking about the dirt they dug up on
likes to be talked about in a degrading way.
Unfortunately ever since the beginning of time, people that gossip
were around then, and still are today.
God picked one woman he saw above all others to be the mother of his son.
Once she had conceived through the Holy Spirit,
Joseph’s feelings of shame and doubt had begun.
The mother of baby Jesus would have had her name slandered by men.
She would have been an adulteress woman plagued by sin.
Yet God sent one of his angels to Joseph in a dream.
The angel assured him, things will not be as they seem. (Matt 1:18-21)
Those that choose to live for Christ should know gossip is unholy and
maybe even a sin.
So the need to do it must come from their own ugly that dwells within.
I may never be remembered for where i am with Christ today.
Because some had rather remember the old me and my worldly ways.
So remember when friends get excited talking about the dirt they dug up on
Today...
Dear Lord you give me each day i live to choose to be a witness
and glorify you.
May i always tell others just who you are and there is nothing you
can not do.
May your Spirit within me shine so bright.
Yesterday is gone and tomarrow is out of sight.
So for this one day Lord may i put all my trust in thee.
As i struggle against my flesh may i remember,
today is not about me!
Nor is it about pleasing others as to what they think i should be.
May i wear your armor my Lord for i know i will be tested
by Satan all the day long.
But only if you allow him, for this is how my Faith is made strong.
So just for today Lord when my feet hit the floor weather my journey
be long or short it has begun.
And at the closing of this day may i feel your sweet peace in knowing
a witness for you is a job for me, and it must be well done.
and glorify you.
May i always tell others just who you are and there is nothing you
can not do.
May your Spirit within me shine so bright.
Yesterday is gone and tomarrow is out of sight.
So for this one day Lord may i put all my trust in thee.
As i struggle against my flesh may i remember,
today is not about me!
Nor is it about pleasing others as to what they think i should be.
May i wear your armor my Lord for i know i will be tested
by Satan all the day long.
But only if you allow him, for this is how my Faith is made strong.
So just for today Lord when my feet hit the floor weather my journey
be long or short it has begun.
And at the closing of this day may i feel your sweet peace in knowing
a witness for you is a job for me, and it must be well done.
The Unknown
Many years ago my horse and i were invited to go trail riding to a place
i had never been before.
The miles of dirt roads and narrow paths could make even the toughest
cowgirl or cowboy sore.
We could have not ask for a more beautiful day.
These ponies were fixing to work for their sweet feed and hay!
After several hours of riding and being surrounded by hundreds of acres,
we became lost in the middle of it all.
Cell phone service was totally out of range so we had no way of making a call.
In the darkness every trail we took joined another with no end in sight.
I knew i had to trust my friend to get us safely back to the trailer that night.
Being lost in the dark though not alone,
still gave me an uneasy feeling of the unknown.
I think about this ride i experienced years ago to this very day.
I had been saved but i had drifted so far from my Father’s way.
I was playing in premeditated sin.
And God was not going to allow me to have any kind of peace with-in.
I had let Satan put doubt in my mind about my own salvation.
Being lost on the trail had me questioning my eternal destination.
I had to remove the dirt from my life and my eyes so that i could see.
I may get lost many times on the trails or in the woods.
But never will i drift so far from God again that i will question my own eternity.
i had never been before.
The miles of dirt roads and narrow paths could make even the toughest
cowgirl or cowboy sore.
We could have not ask for a more beautiful day.
These ponies were fixing to work for their sweet feed and hay!
After several hours of riding and being surrounded by hundreds of acres,
we became lost in the middle of it all.
Cell phone service was totally out of range so we had no way of making a call.
In the darkness every trail we took joined another with no end in sight.
I knew i had to trust my friend to get us safely back to the trailer that night.
Being lost in the dark though not alone,
still gave me an uneasy feeling of the unknown.
I think about this ride i experienced years ago to this very day.
I had been saved but i had drifted so far from my Father’s way.
I was playing in premeditated sin.
And God was not going to allow me to have any kind of peace with-in.
I had let Satan put doubt in my mind about my own salvation.
Being lost on the trail had me questioning my eternal destination.
I had to remove the dirt from my life and my eyes so that i could see.
I may get lost many times on the trails or in the woods.
But never will i drift so far from God again that i will question my own eternity.
In the Stillness
In the stillness of my mind i find a place where i seek refuge
with my Father above.
I long to feel his presence and like the innocence of a child
i want to be held and know his love.
As noise surrounds me, it follows me everywhere i go.
I must find my shelter of silence so when my Father speaks
his voice i will know.
I need no human counsel or room full of friends but only
my Father and i.
As my spirit is stirred i experience the emotions of joy, sorrow and
comfort in these tears that i cry.
I ask for contentment with what i have and may i not ask for more.
I pray for the souls of the wealthy that are always smiling yet for the humble
they scatter themselves among the poor.
I know Satan will taunt me and test me this whole day long,
but in the stillness i reclaim my power to fight my battles and
sing my victory song.
I can always find my stillness weather i am at home, in a store or somewhere away.
Because where i go my head goes.
And there is where i tell my mind to be still, seek God and pray,pray, pray.
with my Father above.
I long to feel his presence and like the innocence of a child
i want to be held and know his love.
As noise surrounds me, it follows me everywhere i go.
I must find my shelter of silence so when my Father speaks
his voice i will know.
I need no human counsel or room full of friends but only
my Father and i.
As my spirit is stirred i experience the emotions of joy, sorrow and
comfort in these tears that i cry.
I ask for contentment with what i have and may i not ask for more.
I pray for the souls of the wealthy that are always smiling yet for the humble
they scatter themselves among the poor.
I know Satan will taunt me and test me this whole day long,
but in the stillness i reclaim my power to fight my battles and
sing my victory song.
I can always find my stillness weather i am at home, in a store or somewhere away.
Because where i go my head goes.
And there is where i tell my mind to be still, seek God and pray,pray, pray.
The Old Tent Meeting
I remember it was that time again when all gathered on a corner lot
off Beacon Light Road in Cowpens.
They were all kinds of folks there and everyone was welcome back then.
The Tent Meeting was a pretty big deal for us in our small town.
It’s as if i had taken a pencil and paper and written everything down.
I remember the tent was brown, made of canvas and it was very wide.
All the chairs were taken so many folks listened from their vehicles outside.
The music i remember so clearly, to this very day.
A heavy set lady with gray hair sung along with the tamborine
she played.
That old song, ( I Wouldn’t Take Nothing for my Journey Now), she began
to sing.
And as a child even i remember the presence of the Holy Spirit under that tent
because it was such an amazing thing.
The folks expressed their Love for God through their songs of praise.
I wish every child and grandchild i have could witness this today.
They were not religious fanatics nor did they pass around snakes!
They were filled with such joy as they lifted their hands to God
you knew they were everything but fake.
They were just ordinary people with problems like yours and mine.
But it was their faith that gave them their strength during all times.
I thank God for my parents taking me to that old canvas tent.
A place where Christians would rejoiced and sinners would repent.
Although i may have been so very small,
I thank God for giving me my most favorite memory of all.
off Beacon Light Road in Cowpens.
They were all kinds of folks there and everyone was welcome back then.
The Tent Meeting was a pretty big deal for us in our small town.
It’s as if i had taken a pencil and paper and written everything down.
I remember the tent was brown, made of canvas and it was very wide.
All the chairs were taken so many folks listened from their vehicles outside.
The music i remember so clearly, to this very day.
A heavy set lady with gray hair sung along with the tamborine
she played.
That old song, ( I Wouldn’t Take Nothing for my Journey Now), she began
to sing.
And as a child even i remember the presence of the Holy Spirit under that tent
because it was such an amazing thing.
The folks expressed their Love for God through their songs of praise.
I wish every child and grandchild i have could witness this today.
They were not religious fanatics nor did they pass around snakes!
They were filled with such joy as they lifted their hands to God
you knew they were everything but fake.
They were just ordinary people with problems like yours and mine.
But it was their faith that gave them their strength during all times.
I thank God for my parents taking me to that old canvas tent.
A place where Christians would rejoiced and sinners would repent.
Although i may have been so very small,
I thank God for giving me my most favorite memory of all.
Pigs
Pigs have always had the reputation for being nasty and dirty when
it comes to what people have to say.
Because of how they lay in mud and love to eat slop all day.
However pigs don’t sweat so the mud is their only way of staying cool.
I have had pigs and they were smart and actually enjoyed their kiddie pool.
If we would all be honest with ourselves we can be like Pigs in a fleshly way.
For us that are Christians we have our own slop (sin) we deal with everyday!
But it is different when we fall and decide to stay there and wallow in our slop.
I allowed Satan to fool me many times and although i knew i was in my own slop,
i tried so hard to convinced myself i was high upon the mountain top.
The difference between a saved person and an unsaved person is when receiving
Salvation we also receive the Holy Spirit through Jesus, God’s only son.
That is where our Spiritual conviction’s come from unlike an unsaved person
that has never developed none.
I remember when in deliberate sin, God’s peace in me was completely gone.
I became so miserable and unlike the Pigs that wallow to be cool,
my way was only leading to disaster and this i knew!
I ran from God until i was completely exhausted, helpless and drained.
My consequences for being disobedient brought me years of suffering and pain.
I slip up everyday now, but i am quick to repent and carry on.
I will flee from slop and cling to my Lord for in his Spirit is where i belong.
I can never go back and undo all the mess i once made,
but i can tell others, a true Christian will never remain in slop and be happy
if they’ve truly been saved.
it comes to what people have to say.
Because of how they lay in mud and love to eat slop all day.
However pigs don’t sweat so the mud is their only way of staying cool.
I have had pigs and they were smart and actually enjoyed their kiddie pool.
If we would all be honest with ourselves we can be like Pigs in a fleshly way.
For us that are Christians we have our own slop (sin) we deal with everyday!
But it is different when we fall and decide to stay there and wallow in our slop.
I allowed Satan to fool me many times and although i knew i was in my own slop,
i tried so hard to convinced myself i was high upon the mountain top.
The difference between a saved person and an unsaved person is when receiving
Salvation we also receive the Holy Spirit through Jesus, God’s only son.
That is where our Spiritual conviction’s come from unlike an unsaved person
that has never developed none.
I remember when in deliberate sin, God’s peace in me was completely gone.
I became so miserable and unlike the Pigs that wallow to be cool,
my way was only leading to disaster and this i knew!
I ran from God until i was completely exhausted, helpless and drained.
My consequences for being disobedient brought me years of suffering and pain.
I slip up everyday now, but i am quick to repent and carry on.
I will flee from slop and cling to my Lord for in his Spirit is where i belong.
I can never go back and undo all the mess i once made,
but i can tell others, a true Christian will never remain in slop and be happy
if they’ve truly been saved.
Compare Yourself
If you compare your Taurus to your neighbors Lexus,
chances are you will never be satisfied with your decent running car.
If you compare your Taurus to the neighbor that rides a scooter to work
you will appreciate your car and realize having heat and A/C is better by far.
If you surf the web for the latest fashions you will complain how old and out
of style your wardrobe is compared to what you just saw.
But if you compare your clothes to those that sleep under bridges and wear rags,
you will be grateful even if they come from The Goodwill instead of the mall.
If you compare your body with famous models in magazines and on T.V screens,
chances are you will never be happy in your own skin.
But if you take one trip to The Veterans Hospital you will thank God daily once you see
the shape they are in.
If you compare your family to those on Facebook that seem so happy all the time,
you will find fault in everyone you know.
But if you compare your family to those that have a loved one in prison, one in rehab
for Crack or Cocaine, you will realize your family is blessed and you love them so.
If you compare your lifestyle to society you will stay exhausted from trying to keep up
with all the latest tends, technology and materialistic things.
Or you can choose....
To do your best and trust in God for the desires of your heart he chooses to bring.
(PSALM 37:3-5)
chances are you will never be satisfied with your decent running car.
If you compare your Taurus to the neighbor that rides a scooter to work
you will appreciate your car and realize having heat and A/C is better by far.
If you surf the web for the latest fashions you will complain how old and out
of style your wardrobe is compared to what you just saw.
But if you compare your clothes to those that sleep under bridges and wear rags,
you will be grateful even if they come from The Goodwill instead of the mall.
If you compare your body with famous models in magazines and on T.V screens,
chances are you will never be happy in your own skin.
But if you take one trip to The Veterans Hospital you will thank God daily once you see
the shape they are in.
If you compare your family to those on Facebook that seem so happy all the time,
you will find fault in everyone you know.
But if you compare your family to those that have a loved one in prison, one in rehab
for Crack or Cocaine, you will realize your family is blessed and you love them so.
If you compare your lifestyle to society you will stay exhausted from trying to keep up
with all the latest tends, technology and materialistic things.
Or you can choose....
To do your best and trust in God for the desires of your heart he chooses to bring.
(PSALM 37:3-5)
A Wool Coat
Mr. Barkley lived in a small wooden house at the very end
of Courtney Lane.
All the locals around town thought he surely must be insane.
He was a loner, since his wife of 57 years had died.
But the most odd thing was Mr.Barkley wore a wool coat
no matter what the weather was like outside.
He had his coat on even when it was ninety eight degrees.
He poured sweat and a tired worn out man was easy to see.
Do i have your attention now?
Can you see Mr. Barkley in your mind?
This poem has an usual twist but a comparison you’ll find.
Mr.Barkley never had wore a coat that we could actually see.
But as i imagine him in his coat everyday in extremely hot
weather, just the thoughts of it are so draining to me.
The same way with depression.
It is like that of a wool coat you wear everywhere you go.
People that haven’t worn a wool coat are likely not to know.
Though it may not physically be seen the burden of it can
be all but unreal.
The longer you carry it around the heavier it feels.
Unlike a coat, people may find this sickness hard to define.
The many years i was depressed most never even noticed mine.
The only way i began to get better was to cry out over and over
to my Lord in prayer.
I knew if i allowed him to lead me he would send me the help
needed and constantly be there.
He did and still does but it is a process that only he can provide.
If anyone tells you your crazy, you can just get over it,
then they have no clue of how hard you have tried and tried.
There is hope but you must allow God to renew your mind.
Leave your old playgrounds and playmates behind.
It requires a change of life style as well as a change with-in.
The flesh alone is too weak and too selfish to disown who we
are and change the person we’ve always been.
If you are struggling with depression ask God to help you and
place you where you need to be.
I know he will reveal a answer to you the same as he did for me.
of Courtney Lane.
All the locals around town thought he surely must be insane.
He was a loner, since his wife of 57 years had died.
But the most odd thing was Mr.Barkley wore a wool coat
no matter what the weather was like outside.
He had his coat on even when it was ninety eight degrees.
He poured sweat and a tired worn out man was easy to see.
Do i have your attention now?
Can you see Mr. Barkley in your mind?
This poem has an usual twist but a comparison you’ll find.
Mr.Barkley never had wore a coat that we could actually see.
But as i imagine him in his coat everyday in extremely hot
weather, just the thoughts of it are so draining to me.
The same way with depression.
It is like that of a wool coat you wear everywhere you go.
People that haven’t worn a wool coat are likely not to know.
Though it may not physically be seen the burden of it can
be all but unreal.
The longer you carry it around the heavier it feels.
Unlike a coat, people may find this sickness hard to define.
The many years i was depressed most never even noticed mine.
The only way i began to get better was to cry out over and over
to my Lord in prayer.
I knew if i allowed him to lead me he would send me the help
needed and constantly be there.
He did and still does but it is a process that only he can provide.
If anyone tells you your crazy, you can just get over it,
then they have no clue of how hard you have tried and tried.
There is hope but you must allow God to renew your mind.
Leave your old playgrounds and playmates behind.
It requires a change of life style as well as a change with-in.
The flesh alone is too weak and too selfish to disown who we
are and change the person we’ve always been.
If you are struggling with depression ask God to help you and
place you where you need to be.
I know he will reveal a answer to you the same as he did for me.
Press On
As I have began a new walk with Jesus Christ, I compare myself to an onion.
God has been removing some of my sinful habits one layer at a time.
He is teaching me of his ways as he transforms me by the
renewal of my mind. (Romans 12:2)
In constant battle with the flesh, sometimes things stir up emotions,
my thinking gets cloudy and makes true clarity hard to find.
Many hurdles I had crossed yet only could I have done so
thru Gods amazing grace.
He always keeps me going and does'nt want me
to get to still and become stuck in one place.
He always offers somewhere,something, or someone in need
of his love or maybe just needing a positive friend.
Someone who strives daily to live for Christ,
yet too,can have struggle's with sin.
We still must press forward and not give in.
As a child of God not no man can ever
pluck us from his hand. ( John 10:28 )
Yet there will be on this earth, great temptations to man.
God has carried and care for me along with
mending my broken heart.
Now he is telling me, when it comes to him
I need to do my part.
Though satan takes one thing and tries to beat me with guilt
so I feel so unworthy to do Gods will,
I refuse to let him hinder me anymore.
Like water without motion, I will not grow stagnet from being still.
I may not want to do the things my father
ask me to do.
I may ponder it, try to analize it, yet the whole time
the answer I already knew.
So I will press on and tell satan to shut up.
He is not going to hinder me nor stand in my way.
I have a mission to share Gods love
and tell of the blessings he gives us each day.
Some will agree with me as I press on for God,
yet there will be those who disagree.
But it will never change his word nor just how much
he has forgiven, never forsakened and truely Loves me.
God has been removing some of my sinful habits one layer at a time.
He is teaching me of his ways as he transforms me by the
renewal of my mind. (Romans 12:2)
In constant battle with the flesh, sometimes things stir up emotions,
my thinking gets cloudy and makes true clarity hard to find.
Many hurdles I had crossed yet only could I have done so
thru Gods amazing grace.
He always keeps me going and does'nt want me
to get to still and become stuck in one place.
He always offers somewhere,something, or someone in need
of his love or maybe just needing a positive friend.
Someone who strives daily to live for Christ,
yet too,can have struggle's with sin.
We still must press forward and not give in.
As a child of God not no man can ever
pluck us from his hand. ( John 10:28 )
Yet there will be on this earth, great temptations to man.
God has carried and care for me along with
mending my broken heart.
Now he is telling me, when it comes to him
I need to do my part.
Though satan takes one thing and tries to beat me with guilt
so I feel so unworthy to do Gods will,
I refuse to let him hinder me anymore.
Like water without motion, I will not grow stagnet from being still.
I may not want to do the things my father
ask me to do.
I may ponder it, try to analize it, yet the whole time
the answer I already knew.
So I will press on and tell satan to shut up.
He is not going to hinder me nor stand in my way.
I have a mission to share Gods love
and tell of the blessings he gives us each day.
Some will agree with me as I press on for God,
yet there will be those who disagree.
But it will never change his word nor just how much
he has forgiven, never forsakened and truely Loves me.
Just Remember...
Everyday may not always be a good day.
The sun doesn’t always shine and the sky
may look a little gray.
Sickness may come and keep you from
feeling your best,
or God may bring you to a certain place
just to see if you will pass his test.
Just remember this too shall pass.
On a certain day your attitude may be lousy
and your demeanor seem somewhat unkind.
You may be facing a mountain of decisions
as confusion and frustration clouds your mind.
Just remember this too shall pass.
You may be at the lowest point in your life
than you have ever been before.
Your burdens may be so heavy and you truly
feel as if you can’t take it no more.
Just remember this too shall pass.
We all face difficult times and hard times that
in reality can almost seem mean.
It happens to everyone though often unseen.
I suppose it is one’s loss of faith that convinces
them they can no longer handle this life anymore.
Such a lie as this comes from Satan like never before.
There is no problem to big for God nor to small.
He waits earnestly on your call.
He gives us unconditional Love and a peace that will
forever last.
Then in times of trials and temptations you will know,
this too shall pass.
The sun doesn’t always shine and the sky
may look a little gray.
Sickness may come and keep you from
feeling your best,
or God may bring you to a certain place
just to see if you will pass his test.
Just remember this too shall pass.
On a certain day your attitude may be lousy
and your demeanor seem somewhat unkind.
You may be facing a mountain of decisions
as confusion and frustration clouds your mind.
Just remember this too shall pass.
You may be at the lowest point in your life
than you have ever been before.
Your burdens may be so heavy and you truly
feel as if you can’t take it no more.
Just remember this too shall pass.
We all face difficult times and hard times that
in reality can almost seem mean.
It happens to everyone though often unseen.
I suppose it is one’s loss of faith that convinces
them they can no longer handle this life anymore.
Such a lie as this comes from Satan like never before.
There is no problem to big for God nor to small.
He waits earnestly on your call.
He gives us unconditional Love and a peace that will
forever last.
Then in times of trials and temptations you will know,
this too shall pass.
Double Minded
Weather we are willing to admit it or not as Christians
we all have something we are not proud of from our past.
Some of our choices can bring us so much shame and guilt
that these two feelings of hopelessness can last and last.
It is not easy to forgive our self when we are always telling
our self , had i only done it this way or that way instead.
God always knows when we take our eye’s off of him and
let Satan get inside our head.
Although God does have power over Satan, it is our flesh
without Christ that allows him to have his way.
It is the times of our biggest regrets and most painful hurts,
that actually teach us how much we need God everyday.
It is the Double Minded like i use to be all the time that
constantly is going through the fire.
Half the time my mind was on God and the other half
i spent satisfying my worldly want’s and desire’s.
The sting of sin, oh how hard it bites.
I could blame others for my action’s and if i couldn’t then
i could justify anything to make my conscience feel right.
In The Old Testament it is filled with great people back
in their time.
Yet many just like us today had a Double Mind.
Once saved our fight against our own flesh is great.
But God being the loving God he is will never forsake us
and when it comes to his forgiveness it is never to late.
As true Christians we must renew our mind daily like we
are told in Romans 12:2.
How else will we ever become Single Minded and serve God
the way he tells us too?
we all have something we are not proud of from our past.
Some of our choices can bring us so much shame and guilt
that these two feelings of hopelessness can last and last.
It is not easy to forgive our self when we are always telling
our self , had i only done it this way or that way instead.
God always knows when we take our eye’s off of him and
let Satan get inside our head.
Although God does have power over Satan, it is our flesh
without Christ that allows him to have his way.
It is the times of our biggest regrets and most painful hurts,
that actually teach us how much we need God everyday.
It is the Double Minded like i use to be all the time that
constantly is going through the fire.
Half the time my mind was on God and the other half
i spent satisfying my worldly want’s and desire’s.
The sting of sin, oh how hard it bites.
I could blame others for my action’s and if i couldn’t then
i could justify anything to make my conscience feel right.
In The Old Testament it is filled with great people back
in their time.
Yet many just like us today had a Double Mind.
Once saved our fight against our own flesh is great.
But God being the loving God he is will never forsake us
and when it comes to his forgiveness it is never to late.
As true Christians we must renew our mind daily like we
are told in Romans 12:2.
How else will we ever become Single Minded and serve God
the way he tells us too?
Getting Even!
When lied too or betrayed it is our nature to want to get even
and retaliate.
We want the ones that wrong us and hurt us to hurt too.
Being mad passes but when we are hurt it brings forth a
emotion that seems to take root in the heart of me and you.
Even for the most forgiving people it can throw their Godly
desire way off track.
You think you know someone so well yet only to find out
they have stabbed you in the back.
The truth is as humans, and i mean Christians too, live in the flesh
therefore we can easily hurt another in so many different ways.
We often look at how we feel and allow it to take over the act of
forgiveness and relationships are broken for good in just one day.
Pain, betrayal and hurt will harden our hearts and we no longer look
at our husband, wife, family member or our best friend the same.
Then after the hurt, anger comes and we can often mimic the Hatfields
and MaCoys in such child like games.
As our hearts harden it only instills in us more sorrow and pain.
Even to the point that many of the innocent and the young die in vain.
In God’s word in Judges 14:1-31 Samson though chosen by God,
was so full of revenge he lost his strenght and became blind.
In Gods word he also tells us Matt 7 : 7-12 how to do unto others as we
would have them do unto us, and we all like to be treated fairly and kind.
If we leave our hurts and pain with him and pray he will deliver us untill
our need to get even simply goes away.
Has the betrayal and hurt from another taken over your life today?
I have lived with bitterness and much pain, so i know these words are
so very true.
We never forget the hurt we once felt and the pain we once felt.
But only Christ can restore your soul and bring peace back yo you.
and retaliate.
We want the ones that wrong us and hurt us to hurt too.
Being mad passes but when we are hurt it brings forth a
emotion that seems to take root in the heart of me and you.
Even for the most forgiving people it can throw their Godly
desire way off track.
You think you know someone so well yet only to find out
they have stabbed you in the back.
The truth is as humans, and i mean Christians too, live in the flesh
therefore we can easily hurt another in so many different ways.
We often look at how we feel and allow it to take over the act of
forgiveness and relationships are broken for good in just one day.
Pain, betrayal and hurt will harden our hearts and we no longer look
at our husband, wife, family member or our best friend the same.
Then after the hurt, anger comes and we can often mimic the Hatfields
and MaCoys in such child like games.
As our hearts harden it only instills in us more sorrow and pain.
Even to the point that many of the innocent and the young die in vain.
In God’s word in Judges 14:1-31 Samson though chosen by God,
was so full of revenge he lost his strenght and became blind.
In Gods word he also tells us Matt 7 : 7-12 how to do unto others as we
would have them do unto us, and we all like to be treated fairly and kind.
If we leave our hurts and pain with him and pray he will deliver us untill
our need to get even simply goes away.
Has the betrayal and hurt from another taken over your life today?
I have lived with bitterness and much pain, so i know these words are
so very true.
We never forget the hurt we once felt and the pain we once felt.
But only Christ can restore your soul and bring peace back yo you.
Words
Mentally words can hurt, and in all honesty, i believe no one
likes to be talked about in a degrading way.
Unfortunately ever since the beginning of time, people that gossip
were around then, and still are today.
God picked one woman he saw above all others to be the mother of his son.
Once she had conceived through the Holy Spirit,
Joseph’s feelings of shame and doubt had begun.
The mother of baby Jesus would have had her name slandered by men.
She would have been an adulteress woman plagued by sin.
Yet God sent one of his angels to Joseph in a dream.
The angel assured him, things will not be as they seem. (Matt 1:18-21)
Those that choose to live for Christ should know gossip is unholy and
maybe even a sin.
So the need to do it must come from their own ugly that dwells within.
I may never be remembered for where i am with Christ today.
Because some had rather remember the old me and my worldly ways.
So remember when friends get excited talking about the dirt they dug up on
someone else, even if it isn’t true,
will be the same dirt they gossip about tomorrow , yet it will be about You!
likes to be talked about in a degrading way.
Unfortunately ever since the beginning of time, people that gossip
were around then, and still are today.
God picked one woman he saw above all others to be the mother of his son.
Once she had conceived through the Holy Spirit,
Joseph’s feelings of shame and doubt had begun.
The mother of baby Jesus would have had her name slandered by men.
She would have been an adulteress woman plagued by sin.
Yet God sent one of his angels to Joseph in a dream.
The angel assured him, things will not be as they seem. (Matt 1:18-21)
Those that choose to live for Christ should know gossip is unholy and
maybe even a sin.
So the need to do it must come from their own ugly that dwells within.
I may never be remembered for where i am with Christ today.
Because some had rather remember the old me and my worldly ways.
So remember when friends get excited talking about the dirt they dug up on
someone else, even if it isn’t true,
will be the same dirt they gossip about tomorrow , yet it will be about You!
The Same but Different
When i became a teenager my mood swings seem to go instantly
up and down.
Junior High and High School had it’s share even back then of bullies,
peer pressure and gossip as it traveled like wildfire through town.
I began to realize then the older i got the more life became complicated.
I noticed i found myself going around people where i felt celebrated.
Even if they were unhealthy for me it still felt better than the feeling
of being tolerated!
Deep inside i felt as if my horse and dog were the only two living things
i actually enjoyed being around.
The sinners were just bad, but they were genuine and the saints well
they thought they were better so they judged everyone in town.
The teenage snobs both female and male fed off of popularity and praise.
The poor got ridiculed and the wild got high on Pink Floyd and Purple Haze.
Today teenagers face the same things we did yet some things are different.
When it comes to respect and responsibility for themselves as well as others.
The only law that matters is Gods law and he has rules for every dad, every
mother, every sister and every brother.
His word tells us his perfect way on how we should strive to live, to work, to
teach and to Love one another.
The world wants to tell them how to dress, what is best to eat, how their
parents should discipline them and religion has became so watered down
that a Christian is less about Gods law but more of a family tradition.
Everything is mellow, life is sweet, hard work is inhumane so let all us parents
get them a movie or video game and just please no friction.
There is change in every generation and all though we are the same yet different
one thing for certain i know.
The ways of our world, in Family, in Schools and even in the Political field are going
exactly like God is allowing it to go.
up and down.
Junior High and High School had it’s share even back then of bullies,
peer pressure and gossip as it traveled like wildfire through town.
I began to realize then the older i got the more life became complicated.
I noticed i found myself going around people where i felt celebrated.
Even if they were unhealthy for me it still felt better than the feeling
of being tolerated!
Deep inside i felt as if my horse and dog were the only two living things
i actually enjoyed being around.
The sinners were just bad, but they were genuine and the saints well
they thought they were better so they judged everyone in town.
The teenage snobs both female and male fed off of popularity and praise.
The poor got ridiculed and the wild got high on Pink Floyd and Purple Haze.
Today teenagers face the same things we did yet some things are different.
When it comes to respect and responsibility for themselves as well as others.
The only law that matters is Gods law and he has rules for every dad, every
mother, every sister and every brother.
His word tells us his perfect way on how we should strive to live, to work, to
teach and to Love one another.
The world wants to tell them how to dress, what is best to eat, how their
parents should discipline them and religion has became so watered down
that a Christian is less about Gods law but more of a family tradition.
Everything is mellow, life is sweet, hard work is inhumane so let all us parents
get them a movie or video game and just please no friction.
There is change in every generation and all though we are the same yet different
one thing for certain i know.
The ways of our world, in Family, in Schools and even in the Political field are going
exactly like God is allowing it to go.
Childhood
As a child growing up we had certain rules to follow that
we were assigned to by our mother and dad.
The first thing was you never talked back to your parents
nor did you stomp off screaming and acting all mad.
There was one recliner in our living room and my dad’s name
was on it and his name only when he was at home.
We could not talk to our friends passed a certain time and
i know for sure we would have never had our own phone.
And our parents by all means saw a bump on the head or the
first sight of blood as something that would heal.
And for as the ever after well, Heaven and Hell both were real.
We were taught to say yes,mam, no,mam, yes,sir and no,sir.
Some friends seen our parents as strict and in some ways i guess
sometimes my siblings and i also thought they were.
We had chores and if they were not done everyday then we could
expect a whipping no doubt.
Our parents never compromised, they never made deals.
So there was no need to act pitiful much less pout.
However we never were beaten or mistreated in any way.
We were never cursed at and all the whippings we got we each one
deserved, needless to say.
We said grace every time we ate and we said our prayers every night.
Our childhood was never perfect but our parents taught us how to
respect others and know the difference between wrong and right.
Most of all we were taught about Jesus Christ and that he will always
be there for us to show us the way.
No, our childhood was far from perfect but i am so thankful because
the seeds my parents planted are the ones i need most, even today.
Proverbs 22:6
we were assigned to by our mother and dad.
The first thing was you never talked back to your parents
nor did you stomp off screaming and acting all mad.
There was one recliner in our living room and my dad’s name
was on it and his name only when he was at home.
We could not talk to our friends passed a certain time and
i know for sure we would have never had our own phone.
And our parents by all means saw a bump on the head or the
first sight of blood as something that would heal.
And for as the ever after well, Heaven and Hell both were real.
We were taught to say yes,mam, no,mam, yes,sir and no,sir.
Some friends seen our parents as strict and in some ways i guess
sometimes my siblings and i also thought they were.
We had chores and if they were not done everyday then we could
expect a whipping no doubt.
Our parents never compromised, they never made deals.
So there was no need to act pitiful much less pout.
However we never were beaten or mistreated in any way.
We were never cursed at and all the whippings we got we each one
deserved, needless to say.
We said grace every time we ate and we said our prayers every night.
Our childhood was never perfect but our parents taught us how to
respect others and know the difference between wrong and right.
Most of all we were taught about Jesus Christ and that he will always
be there for us to show us the way.
No, our childhood was far from perfect but i am so thankful because
the seeds my parents planted are the ones i need most, even today.
Proverbs 22:6
Depression
There are many dieases that can leave a body very ill.
Sometimes we are blessed to recover.
Yet at times that just isn't Gods wil.
We often hear of Heart failure, Cancer, a Stroke,
when it comes to dieases there are so,so many diffrent kinds.
Yet what about the ones that are silent.
The ones that take root deep with-in our minds.
"Depression" if one suffers from that
they surely are a lunatic.
They want attention, or they just plain crazy,
anything but sick.
Antidpressants are one of Amercia's top selling
drugs in our world today.
This is becoming more and more a part of society
that isn't going to go away.
Depression is not talked about freely because people
worry about what others may think.
If you look on the internet right now
type in depression and you find a page full of links.
I myself have battled depression for many years.
This feeling of deception has caused me broken marriages, alot of heartaches and alot of tears.
It is a very misrable, and long suffering diease that the body has to endure.
However I have found the antidote.
A permanent life changing cure.
Our Heavenly Father.
He is the only drug that gives strenght to the side effects of depression.
The effects which leave our body tried and weak.
This is when Satan attacks and controls us beyond defeat.
Our minds become contaminated by negative thoughts of
worthless, self pity and no good.
But ,Thank God for his word in Romans 12:2 we must renew our minds.
Even the people that see themselves with no problems also should.
So let me enlighten you friend if you suffer from this diease.
There is hope.
Often times when we are down
if we just look up,we will find a way to cope.
Get on your knees and go to our father in sincere prayer.
Ask him for scripture to read and be still.
You will feel his presence there.
Even when you dont want to, still read in his word everyday.
Let him show you how to think positive and lighten your way.
Satan will still taunt you any time that he can.
But he will flee when he sees you are becoming a new woman or man.
You may have to change your playground and playmates
as you get rid of the old.
You will meet people that celebrate you, not tolerate you
as you become brave and bold.
It isn't about reaching the mountain top, its about how you learn to climb.
I wish you the best on your journey in this world.
May you allow God to change your life like he continues to change mine."+"
Sometimes we are blessed to recover.
Yet at times that just isn't Gods wil.
We often hear of Heart failure, Cancer, a Stroke,
when it comes to dieases there are so,so many diffrent kinds.
Yet what about the ones that are silent.
The ones that take root deep with-in our minds.
"Depression" if one suffers from that
they surely are a lunatic.
They want attention, or they just plain crazy,
anything but sick.
Antidpressants are one of Amercia's top selling
drugs in our world today.
This is becoming more and more a part of society
that isn't going to go away.
Depression is not talked about freely because people
worry about what others may think.
If you look on the internet right now
type in depression and you find a page full of links.
I myself have battled depression for many years.
This feeling of deception has caused me broken marriages, alot of heartaches and alot of tears.
It is a very misrable, and long suffering diease that the body has to endure.
However I have found the antidote.
A permanent life changing cure.
Our Heavenly Father.
He is the only drug that gives strenght to the side effects of depression.
The effects which leave our body tried and weak.
This is when Satan attacks and controls us beyond defeat.
Our minds become contaminated by negative thoughts of
worthless, self pity and no good.
But ,Thank God for his word in Romans 12:2 we must renew our minds.
Even the people that see themselves with no problems also should.
So let me enlighten you friend if you suffer from this diease.
There is hope.
Often times when we are down
if we just look up,we will find a way to cope.
Get on your knees and go to our father in sincere prayer.
Ask him for scripture to read and be still.
You will feel his presence there.
Even when you dont want to, still read in his word everyday.
Let him show you how to think positive and lighten your way.
Satan will still taunt you any time that he can.
But he will flee when he sees you are becoming a new woman or man.
You may have to change your playground and playmates
as you get rid of the old.
You will meet people that celebrate you, not tolerate you
as you become brave and bold.
It isn't about reaching the mountain top, its about how you learn to climb.
I wish you the best on your journey in this world.
May you allow God to change your life like he continues to change mine."+"
Little Things
Thank You Jesus
For the neighbor that spreads rumors down the street.
Thank You Jesus
For the red mud tracked in on the carpet off my little boys feet.
Thank You Jesus
For the car in front of me that slammed on it's breaks.
Thank You Jesus
For the debt collector that called this morning before I was even awake.
Thank You Jesus
For my Boss blessin me out, for what I don't know!
Thank You Jesus
For the flat tire on my truck just two days ago.
Thank You Jesus
For that ole stray dog that scattered my trash everywhere.
Thank You Jesus
For my best friends opinion that sounded so unfair.
Can you imagine If this was our reactions to smallest things?
The more peace and the less stress our lives would bring?
Our blood pressure would go down, our tempers wouldnt blow near as much.
If we could learn to say "Thank You Jesus"over the little things and such.
To pray before we think. To think before we speak.
I challanege you to try this for just one week.
Spouses would get along better, our children would show more respect,
and the results from any or everyone will be something you would never expect.
So watch yourself closely and try to react in a positive way.
However when faced in the toughest and hardest cituations, just pray.
After all isn't it the "little things" that do the most damage we seldom ever see?
So try saying "Thank You Jesus" it can't hurt, and it sure does help me.
For the neighbor that spreads rumors down the street.
Thank You Jesus
For the red mud tracked in on the carpet off my little boys feet.
Thank You Jesus
For the car in front of me that slammed on it's breaks.
Thank You Jesus
For the debt collector that called this morning before I was even awake.
Thank You Jesus
For my Boss blessin me out, for what I don't know!
Thank You Jesus
For the flat tire on my truck just two days ago.
Thank You Jesus
For that ole stray dog that scattered my trash everywhere.
Thank You Jesus
For my best friends opinion that sounded so unfair.
Can you imagine If this was our reactions to smallest things?
The more peace and the less stress our lives would bring?
Our blood pressure would go down, our tempers wouldnt blow near as much.
If we could learn to say "Thank You Jesus"over the little things and such.
To pray before we think. To think before we speak.
I challanege you to try this for just one week.
Spouses would get along better, our children would show more respect,
and the results from any or everyone will be something you would never expect.
So watch yourself closely and try to react in a positive way.
However when faced in the toughest and hardest cituations, just pray.
After all isn't it the "little things" that do the most damage we seldom ever see?
So try saying "Thank You Jesus" it can't hurt, and it sure does help me.
R-E-S-P-E-C-T
R= Reformed....In today’s world Rebellious
E= Encouragement....in today’s world Egotistic
S= Speculate....In today’s world Selfish
P= Peace.... In today’s world Power
E= Effort... In today’s world Evil.
C= Courage...In today’s world Coward.
T= Truth ....In today’s world Terrorism
RESPECT= ...In today’s world Revenge
Parents teach your children Respect, without it,
America can never Be Great Again!
E= Encouragement....in today’s world Egotistic
S= Speculate....In today’s world Selfish
P= Peace.... In today’s world Power
E= Effort... In today’s world Evil.
C= Courage...In today’s world Coward.
T= Truth ....In today’s world Terrorism
RESPECT= ...In today’s world Revenge
Parents teach your children Respect, without it,
America can never Be Great Again!
Freedom or Fun
The begining of another Memorial Day weekend
has begun as of today.
Some have made big plans, some will just relax
while some will travel far away.
I have seen a few pretty pictures of our beautiful
flag as it burst with our American colors of
"Red ,White and Blue".
With a mix of emotions i decided having a meaningful photo
to post on my FB page would be an inspiring thing to do.
I either saw alot of fun stuff or alot of sad stuff.
To reconize both and for all to have their own opinion,
trying to find both, freedom and fun is really tuff!
It was only four short months ago we laid to rest our hero.
A husband,a daddy,a brother and a father lost a son of his own.
So to stand, salute, and remember what our American Veterans
have done and still are doing, really hit's home.
To focus on death and tragady constantly will bring you down.
Yet to have a cookout, eat BBQ, party all weekend, or whatever with
no respect shown for our servicemen and women makes me frown.
I have learned the heartache and the suffering our veterans endure
and it has made me so much more aware of the price they pay.
For every person living ,enjoying and standing on U.S soil, should tell
past or present veterans Thank You for the freedom we have today!
We all get to celebrate both being free and having fun.
But once a soilder, always a soilder.
As so many fight the battle of PTSD that is so often never won.
In memory of Joshua Snapp.... We miss you and you are always in our hearts.
Also Thank You to all our veterans for the price you have paid and are paying
for this freedom we enjoy !
has begun as of today.
Some have made big plans, some will just relax
while some will travel far away.
I have seen a few pretty pictures of our beautiful
flag as it burst with our American colors of
"Red ,White and Blue".
With a mix of emotions i decided having a meaningful photo
to post on my FB page would be an inspiring thing to do.
I either saw alot of fun stuff or alot of sad stuff.
To reconize both and for all to have their own opinion,
trying to find both, freedom and fun is really tuff!
It was only four short months ago we laid to rest our hero.
A husband,a daddy,a brother and a father lost a son of his own.
So to stand, salute, and remember what our American Veterans
have done and still are doing, really hit's home.
To focus on death and tragady constantly will bring you down.
Yet to have a cookout, eat BBQ, party all weekend, or whatever with
no respect shown for our servicemen and women makes me frown.
I have learned the heartache and the suffering our veterans endure
and it has made me so much more aware of the price they pay.
For every person living ,enjoying and standing on U.S soil, should tell
past or present veterans Thank You for the freedom we have today!
We all get to celebrate both being free and having fun.
But once a soilder, always a soilder.
As so many fight the battle of PTSD that is so often never won.
In memory of Joshua Snapp.... We miss you and you are always in our hearts.
Also Thank You to all our veterans for the price you have paid and are paying
for this freedom we enjoy !
Inspired
Have you ever gave much thought to the people
and things that inspire you the most?
A song, words from a special friend, a book or
maybe a facebook post?
We all like to feel inspired in some kind of way.
I have noticed before how something as simple as
a smile can brighten my day.
And for me personally, i enjoy listening to most all
of "The Crabb Family" songs.
They always put me in a good mood, a thankful
mood and before i know it i am singing along.
Although they sing of our Lord and heaven would it be
fair to say they never sin nor they never do any wrong?
At a young age i remember i put certain people on
a pedestal and saw them as being much more Godly
than i.
But the truth is, they do get frustrated, aggervated,they
even get depressed and yes they cry.
Inspirational people i am sure strive to live for Christ the
very best way they can.
Yet they will fall, they will stumble and sin because for
now they live in the flesh as man.
I know without a doubt i am saved but i know too it
seems as though i constantly sin.
Always in a struggle with satan and asking the Lord for
forgiveness for the times i've let him win.
I am so greatful for those we have to turn too for inspiration
and hope when we get down and feel so alone.
But may i remember too we aren't perfect and without grace
we are nothing on our own.
Everybody that inspires has battles to fight and mountains
to climb reguardless of what our Lord has them do.
So never feel belittled nor never put one above all others.
For someone somewhere is either insulted or inspired by you.
and things that inspire you the most?
A song, words from a special friend, a book or
maybe a facebook post?
We all like to feel inspired in some kind of way.
I have noticed before how something as simple as
a smile can brighten my day.
And for me personally, i enjoy listening to most all
of "The Crabb Family" songs.
They always put me in a good mood, a thankful
mood and before i know it i am singing along.
Although they sing of our Lord and heaven would it be
fair to say they never sin nor they never do any wrong?
At a young age i remember i put certain people on
a pedestal and saw them as being much more Godly
than i.
But the truth is, they do get frustrated, aggervated,they
even get depressed and yes they cry.
Inspirational people i am sure strive to live for Christ the
very best way they can.
Yet they will fall, they will stumble and sin because for
now they live in the flesh as man.
I know without a doubt i am saved but i know too it
seems as though i constantly sin.
Always in a struggle with satan and asking the Lord for
forgiveness for the times i've let him win.
I am so greatful for those we have to turn too for inspiration
and hope when we get down and feel so alone.
But may i remember too we aren't perfect and without grace
we are nothing on our own.
Everybody that inspires has battles to fight and mountains
to climb reguardless of what our Lord has them do.
So never feel belittled nor never put one above all others.
For someone somewhere is either insulted or inspired by you.
Before You
Hey Lord,
I was just sitting here thinking about a lot of things i have
enjoyed through my years of growing up.
I was always in love with animals of any kind but i was as you
know a bit partial to little speckled pups.
Then there was Pinto, that brown pony Lord that i loved.
I recall as a toddler standing on a bucket to brush him down.
Then there was the black pony Lucky that was a little bigger that
i got from that Snapp guy that lived right out from Cow Town.
And Lord, then came another one of my greatest loves,
my horse named Lulu.
I was so happy with these animals and to me at this time they
were the best friends i knew.
And then Lord, i know you remember my first truck i got in my
7th grade of school.
I now see Lord, the excitement i had back then over things was
much more excitement than i had over you.
For so many years Lord i continued to get in a tizzy over a new dog,
a horse, a truck, but it was my kids that showed me what unconditional
Love really meant.
And there again my time talking to you and reading your word was
seldom spent.
Looking back i knew who you was, i went to church off and on and Lord you
know i said my prayers every night.
But now that i am older i thank you so much for forgiving me and showing me
all the people and things of my past as far as you were everything but right.
You never came first, nor did i love you with ALL my heart like you always told
me too.
I put you on the shelf , i knew you were there but i only took you off that shelf
if i needed you.
I am so sorry Lord that i have put everything in my life before you for almost
as long as you have allowed me to live.
May i now strive daily to put you before all persons and things, may i be
slow on anger, long on patients and able to forgive.
And by the way that black pony i got from that Snapp guy near Cow Town all
those many years ago?
Thank you so much for making him my husband today Lord.
He is just what i needed and that was something only you could know.
I was just sitting here thinking about a lot of things i have
enjoyed through my years of growing up.
I was always in love with animals of any kind but i was as you
know a bit partial to little speckled pups.
Then there was Pinto, that brown pony Lord that i loved.
I recall as a toddler standing on a bucket to brush him down.
Then there was the black pony Lucky that was a little bigger that
i got from that Snapp guy that lived right out from Cow Town.
And Lord, then came another one of my greatest loves,
my horse named Lulu.
I was so happy with these animals and to me at this time they
were the best friends i knew.
And then Lord, i know you remember my first truck i got in my
7th grade of school.
I now see Lord, the excitement i had back then over things was
much more excitement than i had over you.
For so many years Lord i continued to get in a tizzy over a new dog,
a horse, a truck, but it was my kids that showed me what unconditional
Love really meant.
And there again my time talking to you and reading your word was
seldom spent.
Looking back i knew who you was, i went to church off and on and Lord you
know i said my prayers every night.
But now that i am older i thank you so much for forgiving me and showing me
all the people and things of my past as far as you were everything but right.
You never came first, nor did i love you with ALL my heart like you always told
me too.
I put you on the shelf , i knew you were there but i only took you off that shelf
if i needed you.
I am so sorry Lord that i have put everything in my life before you for almost
as long as you have allowed me to live.
May i now strive daily to put you before all persons and things, may i be
slow on anger, long on patients and able to forgive.
And by the way that black pony i got from that Snapp guy near Cow Town all
those many years ago?
Thank you so much for making him my husband today Lord.
He is just what i needed and that was something only you could know.
A Mother
I have always heard it said that a Mother’s love is next to God’s love.
And since i am a Mother i believe it to be so.
That unforgettable experience that a woman receives when first laying
eyes on her new born baby is something only a Mother knows.
From that day on her love continues to grow and grow.
A Mother will go hungry yet she will find a way to see her baby is feed.
A Mother will sat up all night to watch over her sick child as he or she
sleeps safely in the comfort of their own bed.
She will only see good in her child, when the rest of the world may see bad.
She is a doctor, a healer, a teacher and sometimes even a dad.
She is a confidant, an adviser and someone who is always there.
She struggles through hardships for her children.
Though at times it may seem almost more than she can bare.
A praying Mother will never give up, when all others do.
Through her faith she prevails and only ask in return for a simple
I Love You.
God bless Mothers not just on Mothers Day but on everyday as well.
Because a Mother with a love next to God’s love is always easy to tell.
And since i am a Mother i believe it to be so.
That unforgettable experience that a woman receives when first laying
eyes on her new born baby is something only a Mother knows.
From that day on her love continues to grow and grow.
A Mother will go hungry yet she will find a way to see her baby is feed.
A Mother will sat up all night to watch over her sick child as he or she
sleeps safely in the comfort of their own bed.
She will only see good in her child, when the rest of the world may see bad.
She is a doctor, a healer, a teacher and sometimes even a dad.
She is a confidant, an adviser and someone who is always there.
She struggles through hardships for her children.
Though at times it may seem almost more than she can bare.
A praying Mother will never give up, when all others do.
Through her faith she prevails and only ask in return for a simple
I Love You.
God bless Mothers not just on Mothers Day but on everyday as well.
Because a Mother with a love next to God’s love is always easy to tell.
A Harden Heart
Mr Walker was such a prideful man.
A wretched body convinced by his own mind that he is
in control of his destination by creating his own plan.
As his heart grows older and becomes harder he also
feeds his ego and expands his pride.
Leaving the heart no remorse for anyone or anything.
His least concern is the hardship to others he may bring.
Demanding respect without being earned.
When the body follows the flesh and has a heart as black
as the sea can being humble ever be learned?
His only hope may lie in the Godly heart of a mother that
prays for her son no matter how hard he may be.
Hardness can never be soften by a man or a woman alone.
But a mother’s prayer can move mountains and bring her
prodigal daughter or son home.
May every harden heart be soften by the potters clay.
For those whose Godly mothers have done passed on
may we remember the hardhearted when we pray. Hebrews 3:12-14
A wretched body convinced by his own mind that he is
in control of his destination by creating his own plan.
As his heart grows older and becomes harder he also
feeds his ego and expands his pride.
Leaving the heart no remorse for anyone or anything.
His least concern is the hardship to others he may bring.
Demanding respect without being earned.
When the body follows the flesh and has a heart as black
as the sea can being humble ever be learned?
His only hope may lie in the Godly heart of a mother that
prays for her son no matter how hard he may be.
Hardness can never be soften by a man or a woman alone.
But a mother’s prayer can move mountains and bring her
prodigal daughter or son home.
May every harden heart be soften by the potters clay.
For those whose Godly mothers have done passed on
may we remember the hardhearted when we pray. Hebrews 3:12-14
Tithes
My Lord, so many times i have used your money on other things.
Weather it be on what i may have seen as a have too or maybe a
crisis that life can sometimes bring.
For instance Duke Power must be paid or else they will cut it off
by a certain date.
And although there may be a crisis or emergency you know they
do not mind to charge a fee to pay by phone or if one is late.
I suppose it is so important because i can see all the things electricity
can do.
It lights up our home, makes our television play, and charges our
phones just to name a few.
Then there is insurance for this , insurance for that, and it seems as
if something is always happening to take what money we make.
But my Lord, you have shown me again and again what i am to do
when it comes to paying our tithes there need not be any mistakes.
It is right there before me in your word in Malachi 3: 6-12 as to
what you expect from my husband and i.
May we begin Lord with giving you your tenth or even more every
single month and never again entertain a doubt as to how or why.
We are to give to you first before anyone or anything else.
For you my Lord will help us with whatever is left.
You not only give us light for you are the light.
You always see that we have food and a warm place to lay our
head down at night.
You give us our health to work, you supply us with what we need,
and you give us the very air of every breath we breathe.
Thank you so very much Lord for giving me a reminder in your
word today.
Please forgive me for listening to my flesh and may i always remember
when it comes to you, i must trust and obey.
Weather it be on what i may have seen as a have too or maybe a
crisis that life can sometimes bring.
For instance Duke Power must be paid or else they will cut it off
by a certain date.
And although there may be a crisis or emergency you know they
do not mind to charge a fee to pay by phone or if one is late.
I suppose it is so important because i can see all the things electricity
can do.
It lights up our home, makes our television play, and charges our
phones just to name a few.
Then there is insurance for this , insurance for that, and it seems as
if something is always happening to take what money we make.
But my Lord, you have shown me again and again what i am to do
when it comes to paying our tithes there need not be any mistakes.
It is right there before me in your word in Malachi 3: 6-12 as to
what you expect from my husband and i.
May we begin Lord with giving you your tenth or even more every
single month and never again entertain a doubt as to how or why.
We are to give to you first before anyone or anything else.
For you my Lord will help us with whatever is left.
You not only give us light for you are the light.
You always see that we have food and a warm place to lay our
head down at night.
You give us our health to work, you supply us with what we need,
and you give us the very air of every breath we breathe.
Thank you so very much Lord for giving me a reminder in your
word today.
Please forgive me for listening to my flesh and may i always remember
when it comes to you, i must trust and obey.
Believe
Oh Lord, how often i have failed to trust in you and i have
allow my flesh to take control.
I believe at times i thought your way would be too hard or maybe
your answer would be something i just as soon not know.
A man made mixture of pride, independence, and selfishness were
the ingredients i used for the many roads i paved.
The very one i have to walk down every day that reminds me of
the regrets and mistakes i once made.
Inconsiderate of your Love and all the blessings you have given me
and still give me along the way.
Though at times i may stumble but father i do believe and i will see you
in Heaven someday.
I received your Salvation many years ago.
Yet i still seek forgiveness and forgiven i am because your word
has told me so.
I realize today more than ever how many times you carried me
when i could barely walk on my own.
In my darkest of dark moments your presence was always there
to help me alone.
Today my Lord i just want to say Thank You for loving me, never
giving up on me and teaching me without you i could never make it on my own.
allow my flesh to take control.
I believe at times i thought your way would be too hard or maybe
your answer would be something i just as soon not know.
A man made mixture of pride, independence, and selfishness were
the ingredients i used for the many roads i paved.
The very one i have to walk down every day that reminds me of
the regrets and mistakes i once made.
Inconsiderate of your Love and all the blessings you have given me
and still give me along the way.
Though at times i may stumble but father i do believe and i will see you
in Heaven someday.
I received your Salvation many years ago.
Yet i still seek forgiveness and forgiven i am because your word
has told me so.
I realize today more than ever how many times you carried me
when i could barely walk on my own.
In my darkest of dark moments your presence was always there
to help me alone.
Today my Lord i just want to say Thank You for loving me, never
giving up on me and teaching me without you i could never make it on my own.
A True Christian
A true Christian will seek God daily and remember to pray.
A true Christian will give up his flesh and be willing to follow God
in spite of what the world has to say.
A true Christian forgives and does not judge others on account of their sin.
A true Christian will be true to themselves.
A true Christian never changes in public, when the preacher walks in.
A true Christian will falter but will rise up and carry on.
A true Christian will suffer on this earth but find true joy once they reach
their Heavenly home.
A true Christian will be mocked, made fun of and denied.
A true Christian God will know their heart and remember the tears they’ve cried.
A true Christian is never perfect but they are always striving to be.
A true Christian fears God and demands their marriage be bound by
a cord of three.
A true Christian never has to worry about where they will go when they die.
A true Christian will spend all eternity in the sweet by and by.
A true Christian will give up his flesh and be willing to follow God
in spite of what the world has to say.
A true Christian forgives and does not judge others on account of their sin.
A true Christian will be true to themselves.
A true Christian never changes in public, when the preacher walks in.
A true Christian will falter but will rise up and carry on.
A true Christian will suffer on this earth but find true joy once they reach
their Heavenly home.
A true Christian will be mocked, made fun of and denied.
A true Christian God will know their heart and remember the tears they’ve cried.
A true Christian is never perfect but they are always striving to be.
A true Christian fears God and demands their marriage be bound by
a cord of three.
A true Christian never has to worry about where they will go when they die.
A true Christian will spend all eternity in the sweet by and by.
The Rev. Billy Graham
I have found myself thinking more so than ever about the Rev. Billy Graham
since i heard the news he had passed away.
On T.V. we saw all the lives he touched and the many souls he lead to God.
His children, the stories they each told was so special on that unforgettable day.
A celebration of his life was unlike any i had ever seen, much less known.
And for as his funeral, he preached his own.
People from all over the world came to show their respect for Rev.Graham.
There were no sad tears for those folks for they all knew he was with the lamb.
He was now with our God almighty and his loving wife as well.
He gave all who listened to him the truth about God’s beautiful City
and Satan’s never ending hell.
For those that had some ugly things to write and say,
Rev. Graham would forgive you all and he would ask, do you know Jesus today?
A fleshly man he was, yet no one could ever fill his shoes no matter how hard
they may try.
These few words i dedicate to the late Rev. Billy Graham.
We shall see you again someday so there is no need to say goodbye.
since i heard the news he had passed away.
On T.V. we saw all the lives he touched and the many souls he lead to God.
His children, the stories they each told was so special on that unforgettable day.
A celebration of his life was unlike any i had ever seen, much less known.
And for as his funeral, he preached his own.
People from all over the world came to show their respect for Rev.Graham.
There were no sad tears for those folks for they all knew he was with the lamb.
He was now with our God almighty and his loving wife as well.
He gave all who listened to him the truth about God’s beautiful City
and Satan’s never ending hell.
For those that had some ugly things to write and say,
Rev. Graham would forgive you all and he would ask, do you know Jesus today?
A fleshly man he was, yet no one could ever fill his shoes no matter how hard
they may try.
These few words i dedicate to the late Rev. Billy Graham.
We shall see you again someday so there is no need to say goodbye.
WARNING !
The National Weather Station has issued a severe Hurricane warning to
those in various parts of S.C and it should make land fall around 3 pm today.
Take shelter and if you are in a safe place then please, by all means stay.
Our weather channel has been very detailed about how this Hurricane is leaving
behind much damage and devastation.
As the small town siren blows time after time, all the people know it is headed
closer to their location.
In another town several states away the National Weather Station has issued
a warning for severe flooding due to large amounts of heavy rain.
Farmer Jones reported to the local news channels that the water had rose
up to his cows cudd and his horses mane!
The sirens blew constantly through out their entire town.
They gave warning after warning for all residents there to evacuate otherwise
they could possibly drown.
Mother Nature can not be contained when she decides to show her fury at any
given time, in any place and on any day.
She shows no mercy nor sympathy to anyone who may try to stand in her way.
Thanks to all Meterologist that love to study our weather and track Mother
Nature to inform us in an emergency what is best for us to do.
They tell us on Television, on the radio and yes of course there apps on our phones.
But just think about this for at least a minute or two......
when Jesus Christ comes back there will be no sirens, no weather reports and no
warning of any kind for me and you.
However are told in Gods word and have been told about his second coming for
many, many years.
So there will be no need for any excuses when he comes back here.
He will come in the blink of an eye.
He will take his believers with him up into his Heavenly blue skies.
All unbelievers will be left to face Gods wrath unlike anything Mother Nature has
ever unleashed before.
He doesn’t beg, he doesn’t barter and he doesn’t try to make us love him.
Notice there is no knob in the painting of Christ knocking on your hearts door?
The choice is each to his or her own.
WARNING.....it is for certain without Jesus it’s hell for the unknown.
those in various parts of S.C and it should make land fall around 3 pm today.
Take shelter and if you are in a safe place then please, by all means stay.
Our weather channel has been very detailed about how this Hurricane is leaving
behind much damage and devastation.
As the small town siren blows time after time, all the people know it is headed
closer to their location.
In another town several states away the National Weather Station has issued
a warning for severe flooding due to large amounts of heavy rain.
Farmer Jones reported to the local news channels that the water had rose
up to his cows cudd and his horses mane!
The sirens blew constantly through out their entire town.
They gave warning after warning for all residents there to evacuate otherwise
they could possibly drown.
Mother Nature can not be contained when she decides to show her fury at any
given time, in any place and on any day.
She shows no mercy nor sympathy to anyone who may try to stand in her way.
Thanks to all Meterologist that love to study our weather and track Mother
Nature to inform us in an emergency what is best for us to do.
They tell us on Television, on the radio and yes of course there apps on our phones.
But just think about this for at least a minute or two......
when Jesus Christ comes back there will be no sirens, no weather reports and no
warning of any kind for me and you.
However are told in Gods word and have been told about his second coming for
many, many years.
So there will be no need for any excuses when he comes back here.
He will come in the blink of an eye.
He will take his believers with him up into his Heavenly blue skies.
All unbelievers will be left to face Gods wrath unlike anything Mother Nature has
ever unleashed before.
He doesn’t beg, he doesn’t barter and he doesn’t try to make us love him.
Notice there is no knob in the painting of Christ knocking on your hearts door?
The choice is each to his or her own.
WARNING.....it is for certain without Jesus it’s hell for the unknown.
If I Were Rich
I believe i could eat steak for every meal but i must say they are times
when i must settle for fried spam and pinto beans.
My husband is no prince nor did he ride up on a beautiful white horse
like every little girl hopes for in her dreams.
My children are not perfect but i love them just as they are.
We have never had much money but we have never been poor, by far.
Grand-kids, we have been beyond blessed with a few.
Yet in my past i have ask myself if i were a millionaire what would
i do?
As long as the world turns money will continue to buy power.
And power will buy friends.
Friends will love you forever or at least until your money trail ends.
If i had the money to eat a steak every night, before too long it wouldn’t
taste near as good.
I would then get tired of Lobster and even Salmon grilled on a plank
of cedar wood.
Had my husband been a prince and rode up on a white horse and carried
me away,
i would live in his castle and miss all the simple things in life
i have learned on our little farm day after day.
Had my children became rich and famous, it would have carried them
to a big city and away from this little town.
Instead of my phone ringing they would call their therapist when they
were feeling lonely or down.
Without our kids around then our grand-kids we also would never see.
So now when i think about how my life could have been so much different
i realize............................ i am exactly where God intended on me to be.
when i must settle for fried spam and pinto beans.
My husband is no prince nor did he ride up on a beautiful white horse
like every little girl hopes for in her dreams.
My children are not perfect but i love them just as they are.
We have never had much money but we have never been poor, by far.
Grand-kids, we have been beyond blessed with a few.
Yet in my past i have ask myself if i were a millionaire what would
i do?
As long as the world turns money will continue to buy power.
And power will buy friends.
Friends will love you forever or at least until your money trail ends.
If i had the money to eat a steak every night, before too long it wouldn’t
taste near as good.
I would then get tired of Lobster and even Salmon grilled on a plank
of cedar wood.
Had my husband been a prince and rode up on a white horse and carried
me away,
i would live in his castle and miss all the simple things in life
i have learned on our little farm day after day.
Had my children became rich and famous, it would have carried them
to a big city and away from this little town.
Instead of my phone ringing they would call their therapist when they
were feeling lonely or down.
Without our kids around then our grand-kids we also would never see.
So now when i think about how my life could have been so much different
i realize............................ i am exactly where God intended on me to be.
Garbage
Young Billy Jackson was learning early how to do his chores.
His parents believed it was a good thing to give Billy responsibility at an early age.
Every weekend he had to empty the garbage and clean the glass on the storm door.
Taking out the garbage was a stinky job, yet he knew it had to be done
before he could go outside and play.
Years ago, after so many bags of garbage filled a fifty five barrel drum
it would eventually have to be burned.
I never knew me seeing Billy empty his garbage every Saturday would
bring forth somewhat of a lesson i would later learn.
By the age of thirty five my mind had became filled with bags of garbage
and i knew i could not just burn it like Billy’s dad did years ago.
So where did this unwanted garbage come from and how did i leave it behind?
Contentment and happiness is two things a restless soul never finds.
Satan is the most powerful source of evil and if i allow him to he will
poison my mind every single day.
He is sneaky, he knows my weakness, and he is always trying to get in my way.
But oh have i got news for the devil these days!
Jesus Christ has invested his power in me to fight off any kind of garbage.
He has renewed my mind and set me free!
I will now surround myself with those who truly love him and celebrate me!
His parents believed it was a good thing to give Billy responsibility at an early age.
Every weekend he had to empty the garbage and clean the glass on the storm door.
Taking out the garbage was a stinky job, yet he knew it had to be done
before he could go outside and play.
Years ago, after so many bags of garbage filled a fifty five barrel drum
it would eventually have to be burned.
I never knew me seeing Billy empty his garbage every Saturday would
bring forth somewhat of a lesson i would later learn.
By the age of thirty five my mind had became filled with bags of garbage
and i knew i could not just burn it like Billy’s dad did years ago.
So where did this unwanted garbage come from and how did i leave it behind?
Contentment and happiness is two things a restless soul never finds.
Satan is the most powerful source of evil and if i allow him to he will
poison my mind every single day.
He is sneaky, he knows my weakness, and he is always trying to get in my way.
But oh have i got news for the devil these days!
Jesus Christ has invested his power in me to fight off any kind of garbage.
He has renewed my mind and set me free!
I will now surround myself with those who truly love him and celebrate me!
Joe
A man once was given a surprise by his close friend.
A dog of various mixes of breed.
He was a Heinz 57 indeed.
It was obvious he would never place first in show.
Such a humble, yet unattractive soul.
Just an ugly mutt is all his owner could see.
Yet he got him a nice doghouse and placed it
beneath a large oak tree.
Since he was a gift from a dear friend
the man could not tell him no.
To keep it simple he decided to call him "Joe".
He gave Joe fresh water and food everyday.
Yet the fact the dog was ugly created a negative attitude
that stood in the mans way.
As the dog sensed it, he began to become depressed.
The unwanted feeling brought weight loss and stress.
Joe's head was big but his small.
There was nothing about the dog the owner
seen in a positive way at all.
The fact he was extremely loyal was never noticed nor the fact
he would always bark when someone would come around.
Needless to say Joe was eventually taken to the pound.
One day a father and his little boy decided to get themselves
a dog they could call their own.
As they looked into the cages and saw the sad eyes of each dog
they wanted to take them all home.
Then all at once the child had an instant bond with Joe
right then and there.
Finally someone loved his big head, small body and matted hair.
Some ten years later Joe saved his family from a horrible fire one night.
From the intake of carbon monoxide and multiple burns
Joe had lost his life, but he won his fight.
While the press talked of this modern day hero , Joe also made
the front page news.
He was a mutt.
Yet there was nothing for his owner he would not do.
The previous man that was so negative of the dog
felt much shame.
He wish he had shown love to this special animal.
After all he gave him his name.
I am sure we all have had a Joe, maybe it was a friend, a family member
or maybe a husband or a wife.
So find the good and let go of the negative or else you may loose the greatest
blessing our Lord is trying to give you in life.
A dog of various mixes of breed.
He was a Heinz 57 indeed.
It was obvious he would never place first in show.
Such a humble, yet unattractive soul.
Just an ugly mutt is all his owner could see.
Yet he got him a nice doghouse and placed it
beneath a large oak tree.
Since he was a gift from a dear friend
the man could not tell him no.
To keep it simple he decided to call him "Joe".
He gave Joe fresh water and food everyday.
Yet the fact the dog was ugly created a negative attitude
that stood in the mans way.
As the dog sensed it, he began to become depressed.
The unwanted feeling brought weight loss and stress.
Joe's head was big but his small.
There was nothing about the dog the owner
seen in a positive way at all.
The fact he was extremely loyal was never noticed nor the fact
he would always bark when someone would come around.
Needless to say Joe was eventually taken to the pound.
One day a father and his little boy decided to get themselves
a dog they could call their own.
As they looked into the cages and saw the sad eyes of each dog
they wanted to take them all home.
Then all at once the child had an instant bond with Joe
right then and there.
Finally someone loved his big head, small body and matted hair.
Some ten years later Joe saved his family from a horrible fire one night.
From the intake of carbon monoxide and multiple burns
Joe had lost his life, but he won his fight.
While the press talked of this modern day hero , Joe also made
the front page news.
He was a mutt.
Yet there was nothing for his owner he would not do.
The previous man that was so negative of the dog
felt much shame.
He wish he had shown love to this special animal.
After all he gave him his name.
I am sure we all have had a Joe, maybe it was a friend, a family member
or maybe a husband or a wife.
So find the good and let go of the negative or else you may loose the greatest
blessing our Lord is trying to give you in life.
Appreciate
Appreciate the mountains you have to climb, for without them we would
never experience the view when reaching the top.
Appreciate the sunshine that can blind you, for without it we would never
feel it’s warmth upon our face.
Appreciate fear, for without it we would never define courage.
Appreciate weakness, for through it we discover our strength.
Appreciate failure, it enriches us to succeed.
Appreciate the tears you cry, for only through them do we understand laughter.
Appreciate misery, for without it we would never learn to be tolerant.
Appreciate pain, for it is through it we manage to endure.
Appreciate death, for without it we would never notice the desire to live.
never experience the view when reaching the top.
Appreciate the sunshine that can blind you, for without it we would never
feel it’s warmth upon our face.
Appreciate fear, for without it we would never define courage.
Appreciate weakness, for through it we discover our strength.
Appreciate failure, it enriches us to succeed.
Appreciate the tears you cry, for only through them do we understand laughter.
Appreciate misery, for without it we would never learn to be tolerant.
Appreciate pain, for it is through it we manage to endure.
Appreciate death, for without it we would never notice the desire to live.
Witness
Dear Lord,
I am always asking you to show me how i can be a better Christian
and what it is you would like for me to do.
Though i never claim to be a pro at anything, Lord you know i like
singing, writing poems and songs and you know i enjoy painting too.
Should i focus on music, should i write more poems or paint pictures to
glorify you?
I do understand these talents have been given to me from you.
Surly you have something i can do?
Then something came to me from out of the blue
and said there is something that i have already ask of you!
The one thing every child of God can do, you see.
That is to be a witness and tell others about me.
Weather it be a stranger or someone you know.
Plant the seed of Salvation then pray it grows.
There is always someone i will put in your path every single day.
Weather it be a sales person on the phone or the trash man at the curve.
My Holy Spirit will always intervene and tell you what to say.
I will enable you, so why not do this one little task?
Why should i give you anything more if you already fail to do what i ask?
Be a beacon and let your light shine,
Remain salty in my word and keep these commandments of mine.
May you began telling whomever i put in your path what i have done for you.
And may you never forget that being a witness is the least you can do!
I am always asking you to show me how i can be a better Christian
and what it is you would like for me to do.
Though i never claim to be a pro at anything, Lord you know i like
singing, writing poems and songs and you know i enjoy painting too.
Should i focus on music, should i write more poems or paint pictures to
glorify you?
I do understand these talents have been given to me from you.
Surly you have something i can do?
Then something came to me from out of the blue
and said there is something that i have already ask of you!
The one thing every child of God can do, you see.
That is to be a witness and tell others about me.
Weather it be a stranger or someone you know.
Plant the seed of Salvation then pray it grows.
There is always someone i will put in your path every single day.
Weather it be a sales person on the phone or the trash man at the curve.
My Holy Spirit will always intervene and tell you what to say.
I will enable you, so why not do this one little task?
Why should i give you anything more if you already fail to do what i ask?
Be a beacon and let your light shine,
Remain salty in my word and keep these commandments of mine.
May you began telling whomever i put in your path what i have done for you.
And may you never forget that being a witness is the least you can do!
Selfies
Seems as though everywhere you look you see a “selfie” of someone you know.
Weather it be a goofy pose, a sexy pose or just a new hair do pose, you can see
someones “‘selfie”, these days that’s just how it goes!
When i was a child the only time we normally took pictures was on
Christmas, Easter, or some really special event taking place.
Then it was never about just ones self and showing continueous pictures
of our face.
I love pretty pictures very much but it never has been about waiting on people
to give their comment because we took our pictures to create the memory or
to hang them on the wall.
I can’t believe how times have changed even if it has been sometime ago
that i was so small.
Life was never about one being so wrapped up in “self” but always about others and
always saying “ say cheese” or “smile”.
We would put them in a photo album and our family and friends would enjoy seeing
them and reminiscing for a while.
Even my children never was taught that life is all about “you”.
Think about how these are spelled.
There is “selfish” and “selfie” i believe there the same, these two.
Now days most and i quote “most” kids are being taught everything revolves around themself.
When being so wrapped up in self, like what one wears, where they live, what they drive,
how popular they are ,then for as being thoughtful of others there is very little room left.
I have never seen so many people giving their children choices when they are only 4 and 5 years old and convincing them life is all about so called “you”.
It’s like they just grow more and more controling over their own parents and life revolves around everything this little child may say and do.
The act of giving, having respect for elders and the ability to appreciate just isn’t usually a “selfies” lifestyle.
In my opinion only, from the sixth grade to the twelfth, field trips should be mandatory to the Veterans hospitals, orphanage, and nursing homes, at least every once in a while.
But more than anything, i do pray that every selfie in the world at sometime, somewhere or some place will develope a relationship with Jesus Christ before their life on this earth is through.
Because even a “selfie” can put him before themselves once they find the desire too.
Weather it be a goofy pose, a sexy pose or just a new hair do pose, you can see
someones “‘selfie”, these days that’s just how it goes!
When i was a child the only time we normally took pictures was on
Christmas, Easter, or some really special event taking place.
Then it was never about just ones self and showing continueous pictures
of our face.
I love pretty pictures very much but it never has been about waiting on people
to give their comment because we took our pictures to create the memory or
to hang them on the wall.
I can’t believe how times have changed even if it has been sometime ago
that i was so small.
Life was never about one being so wrapped up in “self” but always about others and
always saying “ say cheese” or “smile”.
We would put them in a photo album and our family and friends would enjoy seeing
them and reminiscing for a while.
Even my children never was taught that life is all about “you”.
Think about how these are spelled.
There is “selfish” and “selfie” i believe there the same, these two.
Now days most and i quote “most” kids are being taught everything revolves around themself.
When being so wrapped up in self, like what one wears, where they live, what they drive,
how popular they are ,then for as being thoughtful of others there is very little room left.
I have never seen so many people giving their children choices when they are only 4 and 5 years old and convincing them life is all about so called “you”.
It’s like they just grow more and more controling over their own parents and life revolves around everything this little child may say and do.
The act of giving, having respect for elders and the ability to appreciate just isn’t usually a “selfies” lifestyle.
In my opinion only, from the sixth grade to the twelfth, field trips should be mandatory to the Veterans hospitals, orphanage, and nursing homes, at least every once in a while.
But more than anything, i do pray that every selfie in the world at sometime, somewhere or some place will develope a relationship with Jesus Christ before their life on this earth is through.
Because even a “selfie” can put him before themselves once they find the desire too.
Superbowl....Woo Hoo
It never seems to amaze me at the changes taking place here in the USA alone. As the old days become less and less heard of i suppose after us baby boomers have passed, then all but the memories will be gone.
Society has such a way of manipulating our young people to the point of having them believe everything is so much better if it is modern and new. Little children will never learn any different if their parents are believing it too.
What is called progress today is whatever makes life easier, faster and of course doesn’t take a genius to figure out. Even those of us from an earlier generation are being told if we will just try the new way, our grandchildren would be glad to show us what it’s all about.
I understand when my grandparents were born up until the time i was born,many,many changes came along. Yet everyone and everything still had a place of it’s own.
God,men,women,children and animals as well all had a certain role in life to play. No one was going to change our family’s standards or morals. It did not matter if the President had nothing or he had something to say.
God’s law came first, daddy made a living, while mother stayed home, and us kids had rules to obey and chores to do. Our animals back then, stayed, played and survived outside because that was all they knew.
Now in America, dads stay home, mamas work, technology raises children and a lot of our pet’s have better lives than some people and everyone tries to make their own law.
But most importantly when God was taken out of some of our churches, homes and schools the foundation our American Heritage was built on, began to fall.
Instead of one nation under God we have became one nation under self. We are spoiled, we dance to our own song and somewhere between all the work and play we give God what little of us is left.
It is so true if we don’t stand for something we will fall for anything.
I pray that all generations believe in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. For it is only through him we can acknowledge what mans progress may bring.
Society has such a way of manipulating our young people to the point of having them believe everything is so much better if it is modern and new. Little children will never learn any different if their parents are believing it too.
What is called progress today is whatever makes life easier, faster and of course doesn’t take a genius to figure out. Even those of us from an earlier generation are being told if we will just try the new way, our grandchildren would be glad to show us what it’s all about.
I understand when my grandparents were born up until the time i was born,many,many changes came along. Yet everyone and everything still had a place of it’s own.
God,men,women,children and animals as well all had a certain role in life to play. No one was going to change our family’s standards or morals. It did not matter if the President had nothing or he had something to say.
God’s law came first, daddy made a living, while mother stayed home, and us kids had rules to obey and chores to do. Our animals back then, stayed, played and survived outside because that was all they knew.
Now in America, dads stay home, mamas work, technology raises children and a lot of our pet’s have better lives than some people and everyone tries to make their own law.
But most importantly when God was taken out of some of our churches, homes and schools the foundation our American Heritage was built on, began to fall.
Instead of one nation under God we have became one nation under self. We are spoiled, we dance to our own song and somewhere between all the work and play we give God what little of us is left.
It is so true if we don’t stand for something we will fall for anything.
I pray that all generations believe in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. For it is only through him we can acknowledge what mans progress may bring.
For As I
For as i, my life is not close to perfect by all means. Do i have a prince charming that rode up on a white horse like in the fairy tales of every young girls dream? Are my children so wonderful that they never do any wrong? Do i consider myself a saint and claim to be better than thou just because i may write a poem or sing a song? My husband is human yet it is his salvation that matters most to me. My children have faults but i am proud of the women they have grown up to be. For as i, i am not a religious person but i am so thankful i have a personal relationship with my Father above. Only he can give me that everlasting unconditional love. For as i, it isn’t easy to watch what age can do. Even the most healthy and beautiful people in the world grow old. That is just what God intended for me and you. No my life is very far from perfect but i thank him for giving me his peace that lives with-in my heart everyday. And the most greatest blessing as for as i know is, i fear not death because weather i stay or weather i go i’am a winner either way!
Sexual Harassment
Why is it that so many people get there thrill by running someone else’s character in the ground. Every time you read the paper or turn on the T.V a new sexual harassment claim against someone is found.
Children or young girls is one thing, but women forty, fifty and up, give me a break. It appears that most of the ones doing the accusing have had a pretty successful enriched life yet all they want to do is take,take take!
Is it for the money, the publicity or the mental damage one has suffered from the past twenty to thirty years? Every middle aged woman on up to every old woman, i have yet to see shed any tears.
I am a woman, but honestly it makes me sick to see these women twenty years later come crawling out of the woodwork. I can’t help but wonder if they actually ever suffered pain or hurt.
I am a woman and i may be the first to say that us women can contribute to how others see us according to how we dress. All of us love attention that feeds our ego’s, but you take a woman in well fitted clothes around an un’Godly man then your asking for a mess!
I know nothing gives one person the right to touch another person weather it be at work, the grocery store, church or any other place. No one should ever invade another persons space.
But a wink, a flirt, or even a smile has always went on and will continue on until the end of time. Some woman are coming forth years and years later because they say they were scared to tell anyone of this crime.
Well i’am sorry but Boohoo! They need to get over themselves and move on. I am certain no lawyer would take a twenty year old harassment case for me or you.
All i can say is our world is becoming less and less about what really matters verses these harassment claims. One walks away confident while the other walks away in shame.
I’am sure i will always see uncalled for stuff on social media, the T.V the paper and the news. But in all reality only God knows how much worse our world will get before he comes after his chosen few.
Children or young girls is one thing, but women forty, fifty and up, give me a break. It appears that most of the ones doing the accusing have had a pretty successful enriched life yet all they want to do is take,take take!
Is it for the money, the publicity or the mental damage one has suffered from the past twenty to thirty years? Every middle aged woman on up to every old woman, i have yet to see shed any tears.
I am a woman, but honestly it makes me sick to see these women twenty years later come crawling out of the woodwork. I can’t help but wonder if they actually ever suffered pain or hurt.
I am a woman and i may be the first to say that us women can contribute to how others see us according to how we dress. All of us love attention that feeds our ego’s, but you take a woman in well fitted clothes around an un’Godly man then your asking for a mess!
I know nothing gives one person the right to touch another person weather it be at work, the grocery store, church or any other place. No one should ever invade another persons space.
But a wink, a flirt, or even a smile has always went on and will continue on until the end of time. Some woman are coming forth years and years later because they say they were scared to tell anyone of this crime.
Well i’am sorry but Boohoo! They need to get over themselves and move on. I am certain no lawyer would take a twenty year old harassment case for me or you.
All i can say is our world is becoming less and less about what really matters verses these harassment claims. One walks away confident while the other walks away in shame.
I’am sure i will always see uncalled for stuff on social media, the T.V the paper and the news. But in all reality only God knows how much worse our world will get before he comes after his chosen few.
Progress ?
It never seems to amaze me at the changes taking place here in the USA alone. As the old days become less and less heard of i suppose after us baby boomers have passed, then all but the memories will be gone.
Society has such a way of manipulating our young people to the point of having them believe everything is so much better if it is modern and new. Little children will never learn any different if their parents are believing it too.
What is called progress today is whatever makes life easier, faster and of course doesn’t take a genius to figure out. Even those of us from an earlier generation are being told if we will just try the new way, our grandchildren would be glad to show us what it’s all about.
I understand when my grandparents were born up until the time i was born,many,many changes came along. Yet everyone and everything still had a place of it’s own.
God,men,women,children and animals as well all had a certain role in life to play. No one was going to change our family’s standards or morals. It did not matter if the President had nothing or he had something to say.
God’s law came first, daddy made a living, while mother stayed home, and us kids had rules to obey and chores to do. Our animals back then, stayed, played and survived outside because that was all they knew.
Now in America, dads stay home, mamas work, technology raises children and a lot of our pet’s have better lives than some people and everyone tries to make their own law.
But most importantly when God was taken out of some of our churches, homes and schools the foundation our American Heritage was built on, began to fall.
Instead of one nation under God we have became one nation under self. We are spoiled, we dance to our own song and somewhere between all the work and play we give God what little of us is left.
It is so true if we don’t stand for something we will fall for anything.
I pray that all generations believe in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. For it is only through him we can acknowledge what mans progress may bring.
Society has such a way of manipulating our young people to the point of having them believe everything is so much better if it is modern and new. Little children will never learn any different if their parents are believing it too.
What is called progress today is whatever makes life easier, faster and of course doesn’t take a genius to figure out. Even those of us from an earlier generation are being told if we will just try the new way, our grandchildren would be glad to show us what it’s all about.
I understand when my grandparents were born up until the time i was born,many,many changes came along. Yet everyone and everything still had a place of it’s own.
God,men,women,children and animals as well all had a certain role in life to play. No one was going to change our family’s standards or morals. It did not matter if the President had nothing or he had something to say.
God’s law came first, daddy made a living, while mother stayed home, and us kids had rules to obey and chores to do. Our animals back then, stayed, played and survived outside because that was all they knew.
Now in America, dads stay home, mamas work, technology raises children and a lot of our pet’s have better lives than some people and everyone tries to make their own law.
But most importantly when God was taken out of some of our churches, homes and schools the foundation our American Heritage was built on, began to fall.
Instead of one nation under God we have became one nation under self. We are spoiled, we dance to our own song and somewhere between all the work and play we give God what little of us is left.
It is so true if we don’t stand for something we will fall for anything.
I pray that all generations believe in Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. For it is only through him we can acknowledge what mans progress may bring.
One Day
For the person that can beat a dog when no one is around,
may someday loose their sight and remember the animal
that lead the blind down the sidewalk , across the street and into town.
For the lady that refused to buy feed for her old and feeble Tomcat that
was almost starved to death when he was found,
may one day wish someone would care enough to bring her a plate of food
as she sits hungry , alone and home bound.
For the man that allowed the horse to lay pregnant in a 100
degree weather unable to walk because her hoofs were so grown out,
may one day be unable to not even get himself a glass of water because of the
severe pain he has to live with when getting the gout.
For the big shot hunters that pay money to hunt down a bear on restricted
land and backs them into a corner before shooting them dead,
may one day be hunted down by someone less cowardly than them,
back them against the wall in their own home and shoot them in the head.
God made animals to live peacefully with Adam before there was sin.
It was never the animal that listened to Satan and gave in.
But then when one human being holds no value on another humans life
and can commit murder or go so far as to torture, abuse and kill a little baby
or a child with no remorse, even up to the day they die,
without Jesus will one day wake up in eternal hell forever to burn
yet never truly knowing why.
may someday loose their sight and remember the animal
that lead the blind down the sidewalk , across the street and into town.
For the lady that refused to buy feed for her old and feeble Tomcat that
was almost starved to death when he was found,
may one day wish someone would care enough to bring her a plate of food
as she sits hungry , alone and home bound.
For the man that allowed the horse to lay pregnant in a 100
degree weather unable to walk because her hoofs were so grown out,
may one day be unable to not even get himself a glass of water because of the
severe pain he has to live with when getting the gout.
For the big shot hunters that pay money to hunt down a bear on restricted
land and backs them into a corner before shooting them dead,
may one day be hunted down by someone less cowardly than them,
back them against the wall in their own home and shoot them in the head.
God made animals to live peacefully with Adam before there was sin.
It was never the animal that listened to Satan and gave in.
But then when one human being holds no value on another humans life
and can commit murder or go so far as to torture, abuse and kill a little baby
or a child with no remorse, even up to the day they die,
without Jesus will one day wake up in eternal hell forever to burn
yet never truly knowing why.
Year 2018
It is only hours away from it being a brand New Year.
For those of us not at a hospital or at the mortuary,
i are so very blessed to just be here.
When i was younger i remember going to parties on New Years Eve.
I was playing with fire, pushing life to its limits.
Yet not for one day did i forget my Father above nor what i believe.
I had been saved but i had backslid so for from God that i constantly
was consumed by guilt and shame.
No one made me do the things i did.
I couldn’t put my actions off on anyone as for as who i could blame.
My unGodly actions i take full responsibility of all on my own.
Once you have been truly saved you can drift, you can run and even fall
flat on your face but the Holy Spirit will never leave you alone.
You can’t belong to God and run with the devil at the same time.
When you try too, there will always be consequences sooner or later.
Believe me, i have sure paid mine.
Not one of us can throw the first stone at another.
You are being mislead by this world if you believe your sin is not as bad
as your sister’s or brother’s.
The Bible tells us sin is sin.
God does not have a set of scales he weighs with one against the other.
Maybe it is because according to man’s law some sin is great while some
appear to be small.
The self/righteous freely tell you their sins are not really sin at all!!!!
The God i serve tells me in his word that sin is sin.
No matter where you go to church, how much money you give or what charity
you help, without being borne again the gates of Heaven you will not enter in.
I pray with this New Year all of God’s children will realize they will never find
peace as long as they are straddling the fence.
Until they give it all to him, no matter where they go, who they go with or
what they try, nothing they do will ever make sense.
And to all the unbelievers, the atheus, and those whose chose not to discuss
death or think that there is no eternity,
i pray will find Jesus Christ and not be as hard headed as me.
For those of us not at a hospital or at the mortuary,
i are so very blessed to just be here.
When i was younger i remember going to parties on New Years Eve.
I was playing with fire, pushing life to its limits.
Yet not for one day did i forget my Father above nor what i believe.
I had been saved but i had backslid so for from God that i constantly
was consumed by guilt and shame.
No one made me do the things i did.
I couldn’t put my actions off on anyone as for as who i could blame.
My unGodly actions i take full responsibility of all on my own.
Once you have been truly saved you can drift, you can run and even fall
flat on your face but the Holy Spirit will never leave you alone.
You can’t belong to God and run with the devil at the same time.
When you try too, there will always be consequences sooner or later.
Believe me, i have sure paid mine.
Not one of us can throw the first stone at another.
You are being mislead by this world if you believe your sin is not as bad
as your sister’s or brother’s.
The Bible tells us sin is sin.
God does not have a set of scales he weighs with one against the other.
Maybe it is because according to man’s law some sin is great while some
appear to be small.
The self/righteous freely tell you their sins are not really sin at all!!!!
The God i serve tells me in his word that sin is sin.
No matter where you go to church, how much money you give or what charity
you help, without being borne again the gates of Heaven you will not enter in.
I pray with this New Year all of God’s children will realize they will never find
peace as long as they are straddling the fence.
Until they give it all to him, no matter where they go, who they go with or
what they try, nothing they do will ever make sense.
And to all the unbelievers, the atheus, and those whose chose not to discuss
death or think that there is no eternity,
i pray will find Jesus Christ and not be as hard headed as me.
Happy Birthday Jesus
It’s Christmas time again for you and for me.
Church bells are ringing and Santa is on T.V.
Cole wants a guitar, Hunter wants a car.
I wonder how many little children know what
the season is for?
Please tell them.....
A baby named Jesus was borned on Christmas day.
He layed in a manger in a stable filled with hay.
His Father lives in Heaven ,his mother a virgin girl.
They gave us their only son,
in hopes to save this world.
You know i have often heard his story how they nailed
him to a tree.
The iron spikes were driven through his hands and
through his feet.
There was the blood and the water from the tearing
of his side .
The pain he must have suffered, the tears he must have cried.
All of this he went through for a sinner like me.
By his cross i have been delivered, by his blood
i’ve been sat free.
“Happy Birthday Jesus”
Church bells are ringing and Santa is on T.V.
Cole wants a guitar, Hunter wants a car.
I wonder how many little children know what
the season is for?
Please tell them.....
A baby named Jesus was borned on Christmas day.
He layed in a manger in a stable filled with hay.
His Father lives in Heaven ,his mother a virgin girl.
They gave us their only son,
in hopes to save this world.
You know i have often heard his story how they nailed
him to a tree.
The iron spikes were driven through his hands and
through his feet.
There was the blood and the water from the tearing
of his side .
The pain he must have suffered, the tears he must have cried.
All of this he went through for a sinner like me.
By his cross i have been delivered, by his blood
i’ve been sat free.
“Happy Birthday Jesus”
Make America Great Again
While one is high on the mountain top, somewhere one is struggling in the
valley below.
As one celebrates the birth of life, another grieves as they say their
final goodbye to the one they loved so.
The same for us in America.
We enjoy our freedom yet some ones son, brother and daddy died
and are still doing so today.
Yet many young people aren’t respectful much less thoughtful of others.
They are so focused on self, there is no room in their heart for another.
It is a fact that we are pushing God further and further out of our work place,
our schools and even our homes.
As ma,ma and daddy strive to give their children all they want, respect, compassion and morals can not be bought nor taught once they are grown.
America will never be great again unless we turn back to the old days.
The days when adults feared God, children feared their parents, and
American’s stood for the flag and bowed their heads to pray.
We have seem to forgotten the things that once mattered most.
All you have to do is look on Facebook and read peoples post.
When did we become so self centered and thoughtless of others?
A love for materialistic things instead of one another.
America has been known as being the Bible Belt for many years.
But once us baby boomers have all died out, thinking about the future
for my children is one of my greatest fears.
We must come together while we can as a Nation and put God back in
our homes and schools.
Nothing can heal like the power of prayer and praying is something
we all can do.
Only through him and his will can America great again.
valley below.
As one celebrates the birth of life, another grieves as they say their
final goodbye to the one they loved so.
The same for us in America.
We enjoy our freedom yet some ones son, brother and daddy died
and are still doing so today.
Yet many young people aren’t respectful much less thoughtful of others.
They are so focused on self, there is no room in their heart for another.
It is a fact that we are pushing God further and further out of our work place,
our schools and even our homes.
As ma,ma and daddy strive to give their children all they want, respect, compassion and morals can not be bought nor taught once they are grown.
America will never be great again unless we turn back to the old days.
The days when adults feared God, children feared their parents, and
American’s stood for the flag and bowed their heads to pray.
We have seem to forgotten the things that once mattered most.
All you have to do is look on Facebook and read peoples post.
When did we become so self centered and thoughtless of others?
A love for materialistic things instead of one another.
America has been known as being the Bible Belt for many years.
But once us baby boomers have all died out, thinking about the future
for my children is one of my greatest fears.
We must come together while we can as a Nation and put God back in
our homes and schools.
Nothing can heal like the power of prayer and praying is something
we all can do.
Only through him and his will can America great again.
A Thanksgiving Blessing
Are we always so busy with our schedule's and to do list
that it dictates the way we live?
Leaving no time to be thoughtful, to show kindness,or to give?
Striving to satisfy our own selfish desires verses the things
in life we actually need?
How many oppurtunities do we neglect when it comes to
being a wittness for Christ and planting a seed?
It isn't money itself that is the root to all evil but the love
of money which is best friends with pride and greed.
Bragging about technology and the progress man has made.
Our simple most greatest lessons in life start to fade.
As we climb the ladder of success we become dependant of
our own accomplishments as well as setting our own goals.
We slowly forget the most meaningful action that puts peace
in our heart and brings joy to our soul.
Like giving a smile to a lonely neighbor who lives down the street.
Or taking a plate of turkey and dressing with all the fixins
to a homeless person who has nothing to eat.
A visit to Mr.Blackwell who's wife recently passed away.
A game of tic tac toe with a child that lives in a wheelchair everyday.
A meaningful conversation with Mr.Jones who stutters real bad.
Or sending a thoughtful card to a family member that is feeling
depressed, lonesome or sad.
Maybe a touch of your hand that can ease a broken heart.
How often do we say "today i am to busy but tomarrow i will start"?
Sooner or later we will all give an account of the good deeds we do
weather it be many or a few.
So this Thanksgiving observe your heart and the things you do.
You may discover your biggest blessing comes when making yourself
available to someone you never knew.
that it dictates the way we live?
Leaving no time to be thoughtful, to show kindness,or to give?
Striving to satisfy our own selfish desires verses the things
in life we actually need?
How many oppurtunities do we neglect when it comes to
being a wittness for Christ and planting a seed?
It isn't money itself that is the root to all evil but the love
of money which is best friends with pride and greed.
Bragging about technology and the progress man has made.
Our simple most greatest lessons in life start to fade.
As we climb the ladder of success we become dependant of
our own accomplishments as well as setting our own goals.
We slowly forget the most meaningful action that puts peace
in our heart and brings joy to our soul.
Like giving a smile to a lonely neighbor who lives down the street.
Or taking a plate of turkey and dressing with all the fixins
to a homeless person who has nothing to eat.
A visit to Mr.Blackwell who's wife recently passed away.
A game of tic tac toe with a child that lives in a wheelchair everyday.
A meaningful conversation with Mr.Jones who stutters real bad.
Or sending a thoughtful card to a family member that is feeling
depressed, lonesome or sad.
Maybe a touch of your hand that can ease a broken heart.
How often do we say "today i am to busy but tomarrow i will start"?
Sooner or later we will all give an account of the good deeds we do
weather it be many or a few.
So this Thanksgiving observe your heart and the things you do.
You may discover your biggest blessing comes when making yourself
available to someone you never knew.
The Sower
When spring fills the air we see Gods creations come to life as we
leave those cold days of winter behind us for a while.
Being an outside man anyway, this time of year always makes
my husband smile.
He begins anxiously tilling up his special place.
I see the peace of God come over him simply by the expressions on his face.
The sun shinning upon him as he plows the land no doubt brings pure joy
to his soul.
The kind of joy that lives within a man or woman that only comes through a
personal relationship with Christ that otherwise they would not know.
As he works relentlessly he prepares the soil for seed.
Then as he plants them in the ground he ask God’s blessings be upon it indeed.
No matter how hard his efforts, he knows when he has done his best.
Then he must wait.
For this Garden to be productive he holds on to his faith and gives God the rest.
Only our Father can tell the rain when to fall and the sun when to shine.
He places a wooden sign on the old rusty gate that reads,
this Garden belongs to God, it’s not mine.
As a Christian many times i have taken complete control to finish something yet
later find all i did was get in Gods way.
As i learn more and more from my brothers and sisters in Christ i am thankful.
Yet more so than any may i become more like my husband the sower, for this i pray.
leave those cold days of winter behind us for a while.
Being an outside man anyway, this time of year always makes
my husband smile.
He begins anxiously tilling up his special place.
I see the peace of God come over him simply by the expressions on his face.
The sun shinning upon him as he plows the land no doubt brings pure joy
to his soul.
The kind of joy that lives within a man or woman that only comes through a
personal relationship with Christ that otherwise they would not know.
As he works relentlessly he prepares the soil for seed.
Then as he plants them in the ground he ask God’s blessings be upon it indeed.
No matter how hard his efforts, he knows when he has done his best.
Then he must wait.
For this Garden to be productive he holds on to his faith and gives God the rest.
Only our Father can tell the rain when to fall and the sun when to shine.
He places a wooden sign on the old rusty gate that reads,
this Garden belongs to God, it’s not mine.
As a Christian many times i have taken complete control to finish something yet
later find all i did was get in Gods way.
As i learn more and more from my brothers and sisters in Christ i am thankful.
Yet more so than any may i become more like my husband the sower, for this i pray.
Words
Mentally words can hurt, and in all honesty, i believe no one
likes to be talked about in a degrading way.
Unfortunately ever since the beginning of time, people that gossip
were around then, and still are today.
God picked one woman he saw above all others to be the mother of his son.
Once she had conceived through the Holy Spirit,
Joseph’s feelings of shame and doubt had begun.
The mother of baby Jesus would have had her name slandered by men.
She would have been an adulteress woman plagued by sin.
Yet God sent one of his angels to Joseph in a dream.
The angel assured him, things will not be as they seem. (Matt 1:18-21)
Those that choose to live for Christ should know gossip is unholy and
maybe even a sin.
So the need to do it must come from their own ugly that dwells within.
I may never be remembered for where i am with Christ today.
Because some had rather remember the old me and my worldly ways.
So remember when friends get excited talking about the dirt they dug up on
someone else, even if it isn’t true,
will be the same dirt they gossip about tomorrow , yet it will be about You!
likes to be talked about in a degrading way.
Unfortunately ever since the beginning of time, people that gossip
were around then, and still are today.
God picked one woman he saw above all others to be the mother of his son.
Once she had conceived through the Holy Spirit,
Joseph’s feelings of shame and doubt had begun.
The mother of baby Jesus would have had her name slandered by men.
She would have been an adulteress woman plagued by sin.
Yet God sent one of his angels to Joseph in a dream.
The angel assured him, things will not be as they seem. (Matt 1:18-21)
Those that choose to live for Christ should know gossip is unholy and
maybe even a sin.
So the need to do it must come from their own ugly that dwells within.
I may never be remembered for where i am with Christ today.
Because some had rather remember the old me and my worldly ways.
So remember when friends get excited talking about the dirt they dug up on
someone else, even if it isn’t true,
will be the same dirt they gossip about tomorrow , yet it will be about You!
Daddy's Girl
A new baby is such a blessing as it enters into this world.
It doesn't matter if it is a little boy or a little girl.
Often I have noticed how the boys seem to cling to mother,
while the liitle girls cling to dad.
Me being a female, i can't express enough how important it is
to take own the responsability of being a dad verses being a man.
The first man a baby girl see's is her Daddy when he holds her in his hands.
At that moment a great Dad becomes her protector and becomes the most important
man ever in her life.
A great Dad is the first man to claim her yet the last to give her away when she becomes
a wife.
A Dad who is there for whatever it takes.
A Dad who reminds her he still loves her reguardless of her mistakes.
She is a princess in the eye's of her Dad and as long as he lives she always will be.
Even when he knows she is in the wrong it is still hard for him to admit it and agree.
It doesn't matter the kind of house she lives in nor the kind of car she drives but
the type of childhood her and her daddy has had.
Any man can produce a baby but it takes a real one to be a Dad.
It doesn't matter if it is a little boy or a little girl.
Often I have noticed how the boys seem to cling to mother,
while the liitle girls cling to dad.
Me being a female, i can't express enough how important it is
to take own the responsability of being a dad verses being a man.
The first man a baby girl see's is her Daddy when he holds her in his hands.
At that moment a great Dad becomes her protector and becomes the most important
man ever in her life.
A great Dad is the first man to claim her yet the last to give her away when she becomes
a wife.
A Dad who is there for whatever it takes.
A Dad who reminds her he still loves her reguardless of her mistakes.
She is a princess in the eye's of her Dad and as long as he lives she always will be.
Even when he knows she is in the wrong it is still hard for him to admit it and agree.
It doesn't matter the kind of house she lives in nor the kind of car she drives but
the type of childhood her and her daddy has had.
Any man can produce a baby but it takes a real one to be a Dad.
Heaven
Someday these old back roads i will trade for streets of pure gold.
For now i must remain in this world of chaos and corruption.
But when my time is ready i will see paradise before me unfold.
I will be surrounded by walls of Jasper, Sapphire and many more precious stones.
The more i learn of this beautiful city the less i call this world home.
I will be reunited with loved ones and dear friends that have already moved on.
All noises around me will go silent as i listen for the voices of the angels to sing.
Though my flesh with all it’s imperfections will decay,
i will become perfect when my Father gives me my wings.
I too shall someday lie down beside the lion and the lamb.
Because i am a child forgiven and loved just as i am.
What a beautiful place this heaven will be.
But more than anything else my brother Jesus Christ and my Father God
i so long to see.
For now i must remain in this world of chaos and corruption.
But when my time is ready i will see paradise before me unfold.
I will be surrounded by walls of Jasper, Sapphire and many more precious stones.
The more i learn of this beautiful city the less i call this world home.
I will be reunited with loved ones and dear friends that have already moved on.
All noises around me will go silent as i listen for the voices of the angels to sing.
Though my flesh with all it’s imperfections will decay,
i will become perfect when my Father gives me my wings.
I too shall someday lie down beside the lion and the lamb.
Because i am a child forgiven and loved just as i am.
What a beautiful place this heaven will be.
But more than anything else my brother Jesus Christ and my Father God
i so long to see.
A Girl Named Charlie
Charlie grew up going to church every Sunday morning, Sunday evenings as well
as Wednesday nights.
She began learning from her dad, a preacher man, the difference between Gods
way verses the way the world says what is right.
Her dad Mr. Miller was a God fearing man yet such a humble and wise man.
His commitment to Christ most folks could not understand.
His church was small and made of wood.
Sometimes it held forty to fifty people depend if the weather was good.
Mr.Miller and Charlies relationship you could tell was enriched and blessed
by our Lord above.
Charlie had been taught how to have such peace of mind and a heart of Love.
Mr. Miller drove Charlie to school in his old faded Pontiac everyday.
She always made sure to lean and kiss him bye no matter what all the kids
had to say.
Charlie never cared if her clothes were in style and she wore very little make-up
so her appearance was pretty and plain.
She often got made fun of because of her looks and of course her name.
But looking at Charlie you could see something different than any other girl
in the entire school.
She always smiled and just walked on by no matter what the others would do.
Charlie already knew at a very early age what it takes most of us a lifetime to learn.
Looks, popularity , money and prestige were none of her concern.
Charlie had given up her flesh and chose to walk the narrow path that only few
will find.
Her faith was strong, her bond with Christ never wavered and daily she read his
word and renewed her mind.
The fruit she bared was good no doubt.
Charlie knew what a life with putting Christ first was all about.
I will always think of Charlie because when you looked at her it wasn’t her but
Christ you would see.
Everyday i strive to be more like her and less like me.
as Wednesday nights.
She began learning from her dad, a preacher man, the difference between Gods
way verses the way the world says what is right.
Her dad Mr. Miller was a God fearing man yet such a humble and wise man.
His commitment to Christ most folks could not understand.
His church was small and made of wood.
Sometimes it held forty to fifty people depend if the weather was good.
Mr.Miller and Charlies relationship you could tell was enriched and blessed
by our Lord above.
Charlie had been taught how to have such peace of mind and a heart of Love.
Mr. Miller drove Charlie to school in his old faded Pontiac everyday.
She always made sure to lean and kiss him bye no matter what all the kids
had to say.
Charlie never cared if her clothes were in style and she wore very little make-up
so her appearance was pretty and plain.
She often got made fun of because of her looks and of course her name.
But looking at Charlie you could see something different than any other girl
in the entire school.
She always smiled and just walked on by no matter what the others would do.
Charlie already knew at a very early age what it takes most of us a lifetime to learn.
Looks, popularity , money and prestige were none of her concern.
Charlie had given up her flesh and chose to walk the narrow path that only few
will find.
Her faith was strong, her bond with Christ never wavered and daily she read his
word and renewed her mind.
The fruit she bared was good no doubt.
Charlie knew what a life with putting Christ first was all about.
I will always think of Charlie because when you looked at her it wasn’t her but
Christ you would see.
Everyday i strive to be more like her and less like me.
My Father
As a child i was raised with morals and discipline that i did not
always understand.
Me and my sister was not allowed to wear certain clothes nor were we
allowed to wear red lipstick nor red polish on our toes and hands.
My daddy was a strict dad.
However once i had children of my own a lot of my daddy’s reasons
to me became perfectly clear.
If we did not mind, our daddy was a man to be feared.
My daddy has gone on now yet my upbringing still remains a big part of
who I am.
To my elders it still is yes sir, no sir, yes mam and no mam.
I have been spending more time now with my only Father.
My Heavenly Father that has become my greatest concern.
He loves me and cares for me more than anyone on this earth.
He too is a strict Father and his ways I continue to learn.
My Father ask that I love Him more than anything else in my life.
Yet he wants me to be a loving mother, a thoughtful friend, he wants me to
pray for my enemies and be a submissive wife.
He also tells me to tell others about him and be a witness to everyone
I see.
Weather it be in a poem, a song, or wherever I go he is pleased when
I bare his fruit that lives with-in me.
I am just a sinner, yet I am a reborn sinner and my Father is removing
my layers of pride, selfishness and some of my other fleshly ways.
The less the world accepts me tells me that I am growing stronger everyday.
Though my earthly dad has passed on, my Heavenly Father is with me
all the time.
He protects me during my darkest nights and gloomy days.
Therefore I know everything will be just fine.
I want him to know daily how very thankful I am for my every blessing
both big and small.
He is the King of King’s, the Lord of Lord’s and loves not only me but all.
Learning his ways instead of my ways I must never forget Romans 12:2.
May I share with everyone the great news of My Heavenly Father, my brother,
Jesus Christ and his Holy Spirit above all things I do.
always understand.
Me and my sister was not allowed to wear certain clothes nor were we
allowed to wear red lipstick nor red polish on our toes and hands.
My daddy was a strict dad.
However once i had children of my own a lot of my daddy’s reasons
to me became perfectly clear.
If we did not mind, our daddy was a man to be feared.
My daddy has gone on now yet my upbringing still remains a big part of
who I am.
To my elders it still is yes sir, no sir, yes mam and no mam.
I have been spending more time now with my only Father.
My Heavenly Father that has become my greatest concern.
He loves me and cares for me more than anyone on this earth.
He too is a strict Father and his ways I continue to learn.
My Father ask that I love Him more than anything else in my life.
Yet he wants me to be a loving mother, a thoughtful friend, he wants me to
pray for my enemies and be a submissive wife.
He also tells me to tell others about him and be a witness to everyone
I see.
Weather it be in a poem, a song, or wherever I go he is pleased when
I bare his fruit that lives with-in me.
I am just a sinner, yet I am a reborn sinner and my Father is removing
my layers of pride, selfishness and some of my other fleshly ways.
The less the world accepts me tells me that I am growing stronger everyday.
Though my earthly dad has passed on, my Heavenly Father is with me
all the time.
He protects me during my darkest nights and gloomy days.
Therefore I know everything will be just fine.
I want him to know daily how very thankful I am for my every blessing
both big and small.
He is the King of King’s, the Lord of Lord’s and loves not only me but all.
Learning his ways instead of my ways I must never forget Romans 12:2.
May I share with everyone the great news of My Heavenly Father, my brother,
Jesus Christ and his Holy Spirit above all things I do.
The Twelve
In Bible stories we are told of many events that happened
back in those days.
The scriptures along with painted pictures bring to life images
that teach us as children who God is and how were to pray.
The 12 disciples have stories of their own.
Moses was a leader, Paul went to prison and David became a mighty king
once he defeated Goliath with only one tiny stone.
Then there are the other seven that have there stories too.
The greatest thing about the twelve disciples is they were just common
people like me and you.
They each one had faults, they each one lived in the flesh yet it was Jesus
that chose these men to walk by his side.
While one betrayed him, one doubted him and another one lied.
God already knew Judas would be the one to send his son to the cross.
Out of twelve someone had to be the one that would cause our entire world
it’s greatest yet glorious loss.
Still God used each of them for the purpose he had.
No matter who you are remember Jesus loves you.
He accepts all color, all kinds both good and bad.
Once receiving Salvation you must trust in him to show you the way.
Just think, he may have you be a disciple just any day!
****Thank you God for the bad otherwise i would not acknowledge the good.****
back in those days.
The scriptures along with painted pictures bring to life images
that teach us as children who God is and how were to pray.
The 12 disciples have stories of their own.
Moses was a leader, Paul went to prison and David became a mighty king
once he defeated Goliath with only one tiny stone.
Then there are the other seven that have there stories too.
The greatest thing about the twelve disciples is they were just common
people like me and you.
They each one had faults, they each one lived in the flesh yet it was Jesus
that chose these men to walk by his side.
While one betrayed him, one doubted him and another one lied.
God already knew Judas would be the one to send his son to the cross.
Out of twelve someone had to be the one that would cause our entire world
it’s greatest yet glorious loss.
Still God used each of them for the purpose he had.
No matter who you are remember Jesus loves you.
He accepts all color, all kinds both good and bad.
Once receiving Salvation you must trust in him to show you the way.
Just think, he may have you be a disciple just any day!
****Thank you God for the bad otherwise i would not acknowledge the good.****
Have you ever known
The Lord says that we will be known by the fruit
we bare.
As our Lords children we always have a story or a
testimony we can share.
Have you ever known anyone that loves the Lord
so much that pure goodness just seeps right out?
Have you ever met a christian that was so excited about
their salvation that is all they wanted to talk about?
Have you ever known someone that reads their Bible
way more than they text on their phone or watch T.V.?
Learning the truth so that when they go on this battlefield
of life, a true soilder of the Lord is what they will be.
Have you ever known someone who has nothing but good
things to say about all others?
A genuine person that has compassion and love reguardless
of ones race but because we are all sisters and brothers?
Have you ever known someone that their greatest desire is to
walk with our Lord every single day?
You know the scriptures tell us only a few will enter for
straight is the gate and narrow is the way. "Matt :7-13,14"
I have known a few people that do these things i have
written about above.
Those that have a true compassion for all others and a true Love.
If our Lord comes today can i say i have lived my life for him
the best way i can?
Do i have a commitment to our Lord to study my bible daily
so i can learn for myself and help others understand?
I am ashame to admit it but i know for as being a witness
for the Lord i can do so much more.
If it wasn't for my salvation i would still be the same fleshly
woman i was before.
Dear Lord, may i become more and more like the person i have
written about above.
May i become a true blue soilder with a soul full of mercy
and a heart full of Love.
we bare.
As our Lords children we always have a story or a
testimony we can share.
Have you ever known anyone that loves the Lord
so much that pure goodness just seeps right out?
Have you ever met a christian that was so excited about
their salvation that is all they wanted to talk about?
Have you ever known someone that reads their Bible
way more than they text on their phone or watch T.V.?
Learning the truth so that when they go on this battlefield
of life, a true soilder of the Lord is what they will be.
Have you ever known someone who has nothing but good
things to say about all others?
A genuine person that has compassion and love reguardless
of ones race but because we are all sisters and brothers?
Have you ever known someone that their greatest desire is to
walk with our Lord every single day?
You know the scriptures tell us only a few will enter for
straight is the gate and narrow is the way. "Matt :7-13,14"
I have known a few people that do these things i have
written about above.
Those that have a true compassion for all others and a true Love.
If our Lord comes today can i say i have lived my life for him
the best way i can?
Do i have a commitment to our Lord to study my bible daily
so i can learn for myself and help others understand?
I am ashame to admit it but i know for as being a witness
for the Lord i can do so much more.
If it wasn't for my salvation i would still be the same fleshly
woman i was before.
Dear Lord, may i become more and more like the person i have
written about above.
May i become a true blue soilder with a soul full of mercy
and a heart full of Love.
Self-Righteous People
Those of you who read this and chose to disagree,
may i say this poem was written through prayer and scripture.
A pen, a piece of paper and my handwriting is all that pertains to me.
Matt 23: 1-12 tells us about Self Righteous people who lived years ago.
However they still are many in our world today.
I am learning more and more, when in doubt about anyone or anything
look it up in Gods word and his truth will show us the way.
Our Father tells us plainly we are not to be as the Pharisee’s and scribes
in Matt: 5-20.
How sad some Christians see no wrong following the flesh and actually
believe they are by far better than many.
Since being a little girl i noticed how all the churches were much more
crowded on Easter Sunday.
They speak to you in church with a smile yet when you pass them on
the street they have absolutely nothing to say!
During my young adult life i was push away by self-righteous people.
I became bitter, disappointed and rejected.
I knew i was living in sin but to be judged so harshly by people who
called themselves Christians wasn’t at all what i expected.
According to the Kings James Version once we become saved we are to become
transformed Romans:12-2.
Not to be conformed to this world but to renew our mind daily in all that we do.
Once saved i was still the same woman with the same messed up mind.
Learning to live for Christ the way his word tells us is a process that takes
some never ending time.
When a true Christian is saved they long to learn and grow in Christ and their
new fruit glows from inside.
They accept their faults, admit they still sin and they have nothing to hide.
We all stumble and we all fall yet i know from God’s word what he expects from me.
In Scripture, Matt:5-48 he tells us, be perfect just as your Father in heaven is perfect.
I will strive daily for perfection and through my efforts, my Father shall see.
After Salvation, if one is determined to follow Christ he then freely places his Holy
Spirit to guide ones conscience and restore ones heart.
May i feed myself of his word and renew my mind daily in prayer.
God is a strict Father and he expects all his children to do their own part.
may i say this poem was written through prayer and scripture.
A pen, a piece of paper and my handwriting is all that pertains to me.
Matt 23: 1-12 tells us about Self Righteous people who lived years ago.
However they still are many in our world today.
I am learning more and more, when in doubt about anyone or anything
look it up in Gods word and his truth will show us the way.
Our Father tells us plainly we are not to be as the Pharisee’s and scribes
in Matt: 5-20.
How sad some Christians see no wrong following the flesh and actually
believe they are by far better than many.
Since being a little girl i noticed how all the churches were much more
crowded on Easter Sunday.
They speak to you in church with a smile yet when you pass them on
the street they have absolutely nothing to say!
During my young adult life i was push away by self-righteous people.
I became bitter, disappointed and rejected.
I knew i was living in sin but to be judged so harshly by people who
called themselves Christians wasn’t at all what i expected.
According to the Kings James Version once we become saved we are to become
transformed Romans:12-2.
Not to be conformed to this world but to renew our mind daily in all that we do.
Once saved i was still the same woman with the same messed up mind.
Learning to live for Christ the way his word tells us is a process that takes
some never ending time.
When a true Christian is saved they long to learn and grow in Christ and their
new fruit glows from inside.
They accept their faults, admit they still sin and they have nothing to hide.
We all stumble and we all fall yet i know from God’s word what he expects from me.
In Scripture, Matt:5-48 he tells us, be perfect just as your Father in heaven is perfect.
I will strive daily for perfection and through my efforts, my Father shall see.
After Salvation, if one is determined to follow Christ he then freely places his Holy
Spirit to guide ones conscience and restore ones heart.
May i feed myself of his word and renew my mind daily in prayer.
God is a strict Father and he expects all his children to do their own part.
A Reputation
The big three thousand square foot home nesteled
at the end of Gaviston Lane was occupied by Mr.Davis,
his wife Betty and their three sons.
For as any hardships or problems it appeared as if
the family had never had none.
Mr.Davis worked at the Attorneys office, Betty was the towns
magistrate, and the three sons all attended high school.
One of the sons Robbie was a great scoccer player, Reggie
the second son always made the Deans list and the least son
Rudy was always the most valuble player on the football team.
A very successful and high class family.
It was as though they all were living the American dream.
Then one fall in 1976 a beautiful young high school girl
was found dead.
It was ruled a homicide and her cause of death was forced
trauma to the head.
She had been sexually assaulted and beaten real bad.
Everyone in the community was grief stricken and sad.
Eventually life moved forward and graudually things were
normal again.
All accept for the Davis family.
It was obvious they were all under a great amount of stress.
They had an image they had to uphold.
So whatever was going on was definately a story that
would never be told.
Twenty years later two of the boys moved away, married and
had children of their own.
By this time Mrs.Davis was in the Mental Health Ctr, Mr.Davis
had retired, spent all his money and ended up depressed and alone.
The middle son Reggie ended up on the streets and he was
always in and out of jail.
Was prestige and the family's outstanding reputation worth more
than the story they were determined to never tell?
As Mr and Mrs Davis and Reggie's health declined, it was early fall 2006
Mr.Davis, Betty and Reggie all three died.
When finding Reggie's body there laid a letter close by his side.
It read , "It was i who murdered that beautiful young girl all those
many years ago".
Now that death has claimed me, i finally can let everyone know.
My parents protected me for the sake of their name.
So sad that anyone could be so vain.
Yes our big fine house looked wonderful to any outsider looking in.
But the actual truth is,
when i killed that young girl i killed someones daughter, someones best friend.
at the end of Gaviston Lane was occupied by Mr.Davis,
his wife Betty and their three sons.
For as any hardships or problems it appeared as if
the family had never had none.
Mr.Davis worked at the Attorneys office, Betty was the towns
magistrate, and the three sons all attended high school.
One of the sons Robbie was a great scoccer player, Reggie
the second son always made the Deans list and the least son
Rudy was always the most valuble player on the football team.
A very successful and high class family.
It was as though they all were living the American dream.
Then one fall in 1976 a beautiful young high school girl
was found dead.
It was ruled a homicide and her cause of death was forced
trauma to the head.
She had been sexually assaulted and beaten real bad.
Everyone in the community was grief stricken and sad.
Eventually life moved forward and graudually things were
normal again.
All accept for the Davis family.
It was obvious they were all under a great amount of stress.
They had an image they had to uphold.
So whatever was going on was definately a story that
would never be told.
Twenty years later two of the boys moved away, married and
had children of their own.
By this time Mrs.Davis was in the Mental Health Ctr, Mr.Davis
had retired, spent all his money and ended up depressed and alone.
The middle son Reggie ended up on the streets and he was
always in and out of jail.
Was prestige and the family's outstanding reputation worth more
than the story they were determined to never tell?
As Mr and Mrs Davis and Reggie's health declined, it was early fall 2006
Mr.Davis, Betty and Reggie all three died.
When finding Reggie's body there laid a letter close by his side.
It read , "It was i who murdered that beautiful young girl all those
many years ago".
Now that death has claimed me, i finally can let everyone know.
My parents protected me for the sake of their name.
So sad that anyone could be so vain.
Yes our big fine house looked wonderful to any outsider looking in.
But the actual truth is,
when i killed that young girl i killed someones daughter, someones best friend.
The Seed of Guilt
For many,many years i struggled with a hugh
amount of guilt that lived with-in.
I knew my children loved me along with
maybe two or three friends.
They offered words of encouragement and
would say things of kindness and cheer.
For that instant i felt pretty good, yet those feelings
of no self- worth and no self- esteem were always near.
I carried the negative thoughts so long in my mind.
It grew into a tangled and twisted vine.
It absorbed all my energy every single day.
Exsisting at times was very difficult i must say.
Deep down inside my guilt was always there.
At times i would take a drink for some kind of relief but
true contentment wasn't anywhere.
I had my regrets, but who don't?
Yet living consumed by guilt is one thing i am sure
no one wants!
Unless you have been there, it is a hard thing to understand.
Guilt has terrible side effects that can possibly lead to death.
I have seen it happen with teenagers,any woman or any man.
To experience hurt, disappointment, and failure are emotions
we all will face.
But guilt can paralaze, consume and confine anyone to a
lonely, dark, and heavy place.
But there is hope for those in need.
However i must say there is only one way to be delivered
from bondage of this "guilty seed"
When in bondage to self guilt we are basically listening too
and believing in Satans every lie.
He doesn't want us to be happy, to love the lord.
He wants us to be beat down so low we can't even try.
If you are having thoughts constantly of every single thing
you've ever done wrong,
you are at a point of giving up and no longer care to carry on.
Please remember, your life can be turned around.
You have the same availability to find the same peace
i now have found.
Go to Jesus he knows it all.
Listen for him, read his word and i promise
you will see your wall of guilt began to fall.
amount of guilt that lived with-in.
I knew my children loved me along with
maybe two or three friends.
They offered words of encouragement and
would say things of kindness and cheer.
For that instant i felt pretty good, yet those feelings
of no self- worth and no self- esteem were always near.
I carried the negative thoughts so long in my mind.
It grew into a tangled and twisted vine.
It absorbed all my energy every single day.
Exsisting at times was very difficult i must say.
Deep down inside my guilt was always there.
At times i would take a drink for some kind of relief but
true contentment wasn't anywhere.
I had my regrets, but who don't?
Yet living consumed by guilt is one thing i am sure
no one wants!
Unless you have been there, it is a hard thing to understand.
Guilt has terrible side effects that can possibly lead to death.
I have seen it happen with teenagers,any woman or any man.
To experience hurt, disappointment, and failure are emotions
we all will face.
But guilt can paralaze, consume and confine anyone to a
lonely, dark, and heavy place.
But there is hope for those in need.
However i must say there is only one way to be delivered
from bondage of this "guilty seed"
When in bondage to self guilt we are basically listening too
and believing in Satans every lie.
He doesn't want us to be happy, to love the lord.
He wants us to be beat down so low we can't even try.
If you are having thoughts constantly of every single thing
you've ever done wrong,
you are at a point of giving up and no longer care to carry on.
Please remember, your life can be turned around.
You have the same availability to find the same peace
i now have found.
Go to Jesus he knows it all.
Listen for him, read his word and i promise
you will see your wall of guilt began to fall.
Who we are
The eyes that once watched you , are the eyes that judge you to this very day.
No matter how much better of a person you become later in life,
someone will always have something hurtful or negative to say.
Several years ago a drunkard walked the city streets.
After finding salvation over two years ago,
he is still addressed as the drunkard to everyone he meets.
A teenage girl becomes pregnant at only 13 years old.
She is looked on as being a whore and called white trash from that moment on.
It means nothing that she is now the president of abused and batterd children
at Lakeview Orphans Home.
Can you imagine if Jesus looked at us for who we once were and automatically doomed us
to hell on account of our sins?
He knows every thing about each of us yet when he saves us he does’nt focus on our flesh.
He does’nt care who we once were nor where we’ve been,
When eyes are upon you, they will see you through the flesh unless they allow their spirit
through Christ to see you as he does.
Then we are seen for who we have become instead of who we was.
We are all born sinners, it’s only by the grace of God we are forgiven and made new.
So when you hear something negative about yourself,
consider the source because chances are they only remember the “old you”.
No matter how much better of a person you become later in life,
someone will always have something hurtful or negative to say.
Several years ago a drunkard walked the city streets.
After finding salvation over two years ago,
he is still addressed as the drunkard to everyone he meets.
A teenage girl becomes pregnant at only 13 years old.
She is looked on as being a whore and called white trash from that moment on.
It means nothing that she is now the president of abused and batterd children
at Lakeview Orphans Home.
Can you imagine if Jesus looked at us for who we once were and automatically doomed us
to hell on account of our sins?
He knows every thing about each of us yet when he saves us he does’nt focus on our flesh.
He does’nt care who we once were nor where we’ve been,
When eyes are upon you, they will see you through the flesh unless they allow their spirit
through Christ to see you as he does.
Then we are seen for who we have become instead of who we was.
We are all born sinners, it’s only by the grace of God we are forgiven and made new.
So when you hear something negative about yourself,
consider the source because chances are they only remember the “old you”.
Identity?
We hear it all the time, “Identity Theft” it comes up in conversations,
we read it in the paper and we hear it on the news.
However i am going through an unusual change as for as “identity” is concerned.
I don’t understand it, i can’t explain it yet when it comes to God i know there will
be some kind of lesson learned.
For as myself, i have always loved animals, the country and the “Cowgirl Way”.
But now this hard headed determined lady seems to be getting soft these days.
Is it because of age or is God slowly getting rid of these fleshly traits in my
DNA that i have lived with everyday?
I know he demands change.
All i know to do is just be still and wait on him to show me the way.
Instead of putting beautiful horses, Ford trucks and big dogs first,
if i truly love Christ then it is he who others should see in me.
Not the person i use to be.
Maybe if someone else is going through this identity thing they can find
comfort in these words that i write.
When it comes to change no one wants to accept it without a fight.
But here i am Lord , may i be patient and wait for you to change me
into the woman you know i can be.
I will give up my old identity and put God first so that his ways shall be
transformed in me.
To all out there in Facebook Land
Not to complain by no means but i do feel my age.
I was brought into this world 56 years ago today.
As my birthday comes to almost an end i would like
to drop a few lines as to what i wish to say.
As i look back through the years i know God has given me
more chances, more Love and more forgiveness than i
could ever, ever began to express.
He has shown me his mercy endless times and no matter
how low i may have felt he always reminded me, i am blessed.
I have ran with the devil and i have been fooled by many of
his kind.
I have hurt people and people have hurt me but that is all in my past.
To move forward with Jesus is so much better than leaving him behind.
I am so thankful to see my family tree grow.
I am thankful for the ones that have left me and are in heaven
because when it’s my time i too shall go.
I want to say a special thank you to all you folks out there in
Facebook land.
When someone takes the time to say something nice it will always
warm the heart of not only a child but any woman or man.
I know God will bless you all and hopefully when each of you have a
birthday i can send wishes your way.
Because we are all human and everyone likes being remembered
on their special day.
I was brought into this world 56 years ago today.
As my birthday comes to almost an end i would like
to drop a few lines as to what i wish to say.
As i look back through the years i know God has given me
more chances, more Love and more forgiveness than i
could ever, ever began to express.
He has shown me his mercy endless times and no matter
how low i may have felt he always reminded me, i am blessed.
I have ran with the devil and i have been fooled by many of
his kind.
I have hurt people and people have hurt me but that is all in my past.
To move forward with Jesus is so much better than leaving him behind.
I am so thankful to see my family tree grow.
I am thankful for the ones that have left me and are in heaven
because when it’s my time i too shall go.
I want to say a special thank you to all you folks out there in
Facebook land.
When someone takes the time to say something nice it will always
warm the heart of not only a child but any woman or man.
I know God will bless you all and hopefully when each of you have a
birthday i can send wishes your way.
Because we are all human and everyone likes being remembered
on their special day.
Mr, Mr
Mr.Wall lived in a nice brick home just off of Mulberry Avenue.
Mr.Baker lived in an old run down trailer at the end of the street
on Cardinal View.
Mr.Wall was married with two girls and one son.
Mr.Baker was married with four sons and a baby girl that died at age one.
Mr.Wall’s children graduated, went to collage and now his two daughters are
school teachers and his son is a surgeon at Mary Black.
Mr.Baker’s 4 son’s quit school.
One is an alcoholic, one is hooked on pain pills and two are addicted to crack.
Folks in the small town praised Mr.Wall for being the husband, the daddy
and the christian they thought he should be.
Mr.Baker was judged for being a sorry husband, a deadbeat dad
and a sinner because the town did not like in him what they did see.
More the less Mr.Wall has been the deacon at First Baptist for many years.
But Mr.Baker watches it every Sunday and Wednesday on television because
he has to have the volume turned up real loud in order to hear.
Two very different men looked at and judged in two very different ways.
Do people not realize now and in the end, it doesn’t matter what they say!
Society today sadly only wants to compare what one man has to the other .
But God doesn’t look at life as we do.
He loves them both and if they live according to his word they are brothers.
So keep in mind if someone told you we get to heaven based on earthly assets
and good deeds, i am sorry to inform you, they lied. Romans 10: 12,13
Mr.Baker lived in an old run down trailer at the end of the street
on Cardinal View.
Mr.Wall was married with two girls and one son.
Mr.Baker was married with four sons and a baby girl that died at age one.
Mr.Wall’s children graduated, went to collage and now his two daughters are
school teachers and his son is a surgeon at Mary Black.
Mr.Baker’s 4 son’s quit school.
One is an alcoholic, one is hooked on pain pills and two are addicted to crack.
Folks in the small town praised Mr.Wall for being the husband, the daddy
and the christian they thought he should be.
Mr.Baker was judged for being a sorry husband, a deadbeat dad
and a sinner because the town did not like in him what they did see.
More the less Mr.Wall has been the deacon at First Baptist for many years.
But Mr.Baker watches it every Sunday and Wednesday on television because
he has to have the volume turned up real loud in order to hear.
Two very different men looked at and judged in two very different ways.
Do people not realize now and in the end, it doesn’t matter what they say!
Society today sadly only wants to compare what one man has to the other .
But God doesn’t look at life as we do.
He loves them both and if they live according to his word they are brothers.
So keep in mind if someone told you we get to heaven based on earthly assets
and good deeds, i am sorry to inform you, they lied. Romans 10: 12,13
My Old Friend
As i scrolled across Fb this morning many pretty pictures were
posted to each persons wall.
Then somewhere out of the blue appeared you my old friend.
One i haven’t messaged in years , not even so much as called.
As i looked at the photos i remember how dear and how God loving of
a person you and Dale both were and i know still are.
I remember the suppers we ate, the bible studies we had and the crazy horse
adventures, especially ole Rowdy by far.
We talked together and i still remember your advice.
The greatest gift i ever received was from you. ( my Life Application Bible)
It has inspired me and taught me how to live and be more and more for Christ.
I struggled climbing back and forth over the fence with my own selfish nature
for quiet sometime but i laid down the flesh and finally chose God’s way .
Though i stumble and wait for our Lord’s return,
i know for sure i will receive perfection and see you as well again someday.
All through life friends come and go, the same as our children do when they become adults.
God has his own reasons for bringing us close then setting us apart.
But when we have that one person that leaves a great impact on us and inspires so
that they are forever on this earth with us in our heart.
Thank you for yesterday, today and tomarrow because you are with me always.
You are greatly admired and highly respected Mrs.Pam Hopkins.
Inspired by you, written by the Holy Spirit and sent from me on this blessed day. 8/28/2017
Thank You, my old friend, Cheryl
posted to each persons wall.
Then somewhere out of the blue appeared you my old friend.
One i haven’t messaged in years , not even so much as called.
As i looked at the photos i remember how dear and how God loving of
a person you and Dale both were and i know still are.
I remember the suppers we ate, the bible studies we had and the crazy horse
adventures, especially ole Rowdy by far.
We talked together and i still remember your advice.
The greatest gift i ever received was from you. ( my Life Application Bible)
It has inspired me and taught me how to live and be more and more for Christ.
I struggled climbing back and forth over the fence with my own selfish nature
for quiet sometime but i laid down the flesh and finally chose God’s way .
Though i stumble and wait for our Lord’s return,
i know for sure i will receive perfection and see you as well again someday.
All through life friends come and go, the same as our children do when they become adults.
God has his own reasons for bringing us close then setting us apart.
But when we have that one person that leaves a great impact on us and inspires so
that they are forever on this earth with us in our heart.
Thank you for yesterday, today and tomarrow because you are with me always.
You are greatly admired and highly respected Mrs.Pam Hopkins.
Inspired by you, written by the Holy Spirit and sent from me on this blessed day. 8/28/2017
Thank You, my old friend, Cheryl
Jack D and Jim B
May i introduce myself, my name is Jack D.
I have a very close friend whose name is Jim B.
Due to certain stipulations i will not give my entire name but i feel
for certain the ones old enough to read this surely will know of me.
We have a way of helping relieve stress once we get into your mind.
No matter where you may plan to venture out too you can bet me
and my buddies are very easy to find.
However we are not bothered for anyone’s behavior such as loss
of temper, abuse, murder or any other careless or violent act.
Those that choose not to like us spread rumors that we are dangerous!
Although our side effects of causing wrecks, casualties, and DUI’s are a fact!
I must admit our companies are delighted to see you spend your hard
earned dollar to hang out with us as often as you can.
In reality we show no partiality to the rich, the poor, the young or the old.
We have a countless mix of all people and billions in whom are our greatest fans.
I suppose as long as the world stands we will never have to worry about
our distributors going broke.
Because believing everyone will wise up and see us for who we really are
is nothing more than a practical joke!
So drink up my friends and remember how good we make you feel.
You may loose your job, your home and your family but hey,
to trade that to be with us, i must say is one heck of a deal!
As long as you got the money we got the time.
PLEASE NOTE: We are not responsible should you get a fine or create a crime.
Non-Respectfully yours, Jack D
I have a very close friend whose name is Jim B.
Due to certain stipulations i will not give my entire name but i feel
for certain the ones old enough to read this surely will know of me.
We have a way of helping relieve stress once we get into your mind.
No matter where you may plan to venture out too you can bet me
and my buddies are very easy to find.
However we are not bothered for anyone’s behavior such as loss
of temper, abuse, murder or any other careless or violent act.
Those that choose not to like us spread rumors that we are dangerous!
Although our side effects of causing wrecks, casualties, and DUI’s are a fact!
I must admit our companies are delighted to see you spend your hard
earned dollar to hang out with us as often as you can.
In reality we show no partiality to the rich, the poor, the young or the old.
We have a countless mix of all people and billions in whom are our greatest fans.
I suppose as long as the world stands we will never have to worry about
our distributors going broke.
Because believing everyone will wise up and see us for who we really are
is nothing more than a practical joke!
So drink up my friends and remember how good we make you feel.
You may loose your job, your home and your family but hey,
to trade that to be with us, i must say is one heck of a deal!
As long as you got the money we got the time.
PLEASE NOTE: We are not responsible should you get a fine or create a crime.
Non-Respectfully yours, Jack D
One or the Other
God offers us Sunshine, when the world gives us rain.
God offers us a healing, when the world brings us suffering and pain.
God offers us mending, when the world breaks our heart.
God offers us his wisdom, when the world tries to tell us we will
never be nobody were too stupid to be smart.
God offers us acceptance when the world rejects us and shuns us away.
God offers us a 24 hour help line when the rest of the world says, they are
just too busy, not today.
Gods gives us stability when the world brings us doubt and confusion.
God delivers the whole truth unlike the world with false images and illusions.
God offers us direction for every road we travel, every hill we climb and every
valley we must cross.
God says, one who gives up his life on earth to follow him will surly find it.
But the world tells us to follow man’s way for it is a much greater loss.
It always has been and always will be, one or the other.
He said one can not love the world and love him too.
When choosing God you realize you will never have a need for another.
God offers us a healing, when the world brings us suffering and pain.
God offers us mending, when the world breaks our heart.
God offers us his wisdom, when the world tries to tell us we will
never be nobody were too stupid to be smart.
God offers us acceptance when the world rejects us and shuns us away.
God offers us a 24 hour help line when the rest of the world says, they are
just too busy, not today.
Gods gives us stability when the world brings us doubt and confusion.
God delivers the whole truth unlike the world with false images and illusions.
God offers us direction for every road we travel, every hill we climb and every
valley we must cross.
God says, one who gives up his life on earth to follow him will surly find it.
But the world tells us to follow man’s way for it is a much greater loss.
It always has been and always will be, one or the other.
He said one can not love the world and love him too.
When choosing God you realize you will never have a need for another.
For Women Only
Anna grew up in a small town with her parents, older sister and brother.
Like many homes on their street their’s seemed to be just as normal
as all the others.
At one time believe it or not there was such a thing as normal.
No one was really aware of Anna’s dad’s problem with alcohol.
For the first 10 years of Anna’s life she had seen many things that to a
child was not normal or typical at all.
Eventually it got so bad her mother was forced to file for divorce.
Anna loved her dad very much and his alcohol was just part of him.
Discovering her dad had to leave for good was never her choice.
It wasn’t until she was grown that she realized both the good and the bad
that was instilled in her from her dad.
She had the love for animals like him and a personality that drew others.
However she also saw the lies and the unfaithfulness he brought to her mother.
All men in her young adult life were just like her dad.
Any child that is taught negative things in their young years is like being born
guilty because the positive things they needed they never had.
Anna wasn’t taught by her parents the way to love, to build respect and to be kind.
She carried resentfulness and bitterness toward all men because of the only one
that should have protected her and appreciated her , left her behind.
Let me tell all you young girls, teenage girls and even older women,
if your daddy never showed you love, never protected you and never said anything
positive you longed so badly to hear,
then please do not think it will ever come from one who say’s I love you and whispers
in your ear.
You must change who you are unless you desire to repeat the same cycle with men
that act just like your dad.
You can change, with Gods help and being determined to never again settle for what
you’ve already had.
Like many homes on their street their’s seemed to be just as normal
as all the others.
At one time believe it or not there was such a thing as normal.
No one was really aware of Anna’s dad’s problem with alcohol.
For the first 10 years of Anna’s life she had seen many things that to a
child was not normal or typical at all.
Eventually it got so bad her mother was forced to file for divorce.
Anna loved her dad very much and his alcohol was just part of him.
Discovering her dad had to leave for good was never her choice.
It wasn’t until she was grown that she realized both the good and the bad
that was instilled in her from her dad.
She had the love for animals like him and a personality that drew others.
However she also saw the lies and the unfaithfulness he brought to her mother.
All men in her young adult life were just like her dad.
Any child that is taught negative things in their young years is like being born
guilty because the positive things they needed they never had.
Anna wasn’t taught by her parents the way to love, to build respect and to be kind.
She carried resentfulness and bitterness toward all men because of the only one
that should have protected her and appreciated her , left her behind.
Let me tell all you young girls, teenage girls and even older women,
if your daddy never showed you love, never protected you and never said anything
positive you longed so badly to hear,
then please do not think it will ever come from one who say’s I love you and whispers
in your ear.
You must change who you are unless you desire to repeat the same cycle with men
that act just like your dad.
You can change, with Gods help and being determined to never again settle for what
you’ve already had.
Little Bird
Often I see myself as a little bird sitting on my perch waiting
on the good Lord to show me what to do.
Many times it's as if one day can seem more like
a year or two.
As I sit here and look around I can see what
my surroundings are.
With tempting invitations, i am sure on my own
i would not make it very far.
I have left my perch many times through the years.
I have faced stray cats, dodged bb guns as well as
the signs of danger being near.
However at this point, i have made a mess of things
doing them my way.
My body is numb with grief as i sit on my perch
and wait for my Savior's voice day after day.
My feet feel as if they are frozen to this limb,
but i must remain patient and wait on him.
I have heard the call of welcome
from the the black crows cry,
yet i must be attentive and not encouraged
to spread my wings and fly.
I hear the whistle of a whipowills call.
Yet i know to stay where i am for now because i am weak.
and even the mighty eagles have been known to fall.
May i endure the guilt in my heart along with this pain.
For one thing is for certain, on my perch i will remain.
I will find strenght again as i pray for direction
and guidance in Jesus name.
So if your like me and you feel so lonely and all alone,
remember God cares.
Only he can lighten the load for he already promised
he would never put on us more than we can bare.
on the good Lord to show me what to do.
Many times it's as if one day can seem more like
a year or two.
As I sit here and look around I can see what
my surroundings are.
With tempting invitations, i am sure on my own
i would not make it very far.
I have left my perch many times through the years.
I have faced stray cats, dodged bb guns as well as
the signs of danger being near.
However at this point, i have made a mess of things
doing them my way.
My body is numb with grief as i sit on my perch
and wait for my Savior's voice day after day.
My feet feel as if they are frozen to this limb,
but i must remain patient and wait on him.
I have heard the call of welcome
from the the black crows cry,
yet i must be attentive and not encouraged
to spread my wings and fly.
I hear the whistle of a whipowills call.
Yet i know to stay where i am for now because i am weak.
and even the mighty eagles have been known to fall.
May i endure the guilt in my heart along with this pain.
For one thing is for certain, on my perch i will remain.
I will find strenght again as i pray for direction
and guidance in Jesus name.
So if your like me and you feel so lonely and all alone,
remember God cares.
Only he can lighten the load for he already promised
he would never put on us more than we can bare.
Man’s Way
God made every single one of us like no other.
Of course each family has it’s own genetic circle
of DNA that comes from our original Daddy and Mother.
We may have our grandma’s eyes, our mothers build, and
we may have our daddy’s skin.
In fact when it comes to even grandparents their genes are
more dominant in their grandchildren every seven out of ten.
Along with our traits we can also inherit health issues, mental
issues and of course intelligence too!
With each of us being so different that is why we have so many options.
Even in religion,the Baptist,the Methodist and the Catholics are just a few.
But it is in my opinion that it’s not the denomination of the church or is it
about following the laws of man but having a personal one on one relationship
with our Heavenly Father above.
No matter what we desire to believe, not one of us can deny that the greatest
gift we received from Christ and are to give to one another is Love.
It is also my opinion, to love who we want too is easy but to love everyone,
that my friend can be a hard thing to do.
Instead we size one another up and decide if they fit on our scale of approval.
We gossip, spread rumors, and see others sins as many ,while ours are few!
No matter who we think we are, no man or woman alone knows the right way.
There is only one true way.
Call on Jesus Christ, accept him into your heart and learn what the scriptures say.
No matter how good you think you are he will show you your sin.
No matter how bad you think you are he will forgive you again and again.
Remember we view this world as love meaning Jesus, family and friends.
But in Scripture Matt 5:43 this is how God see’s it.
If we can’t do what he tell’s us , then do we truly love him?
Of course each family has it’s own genetic circle
of DNA that comes from our original Daddy and Mother.
We may have our grandma’s eyes, our mothers build, and
we may have our daddy’s skin.
In fact when it comes to even grandparents their genes are
more dominant in their grandchildren every seven out of ten.
Along with our traits we can also inherit health issues, mental
issues and of course intelligence too!
With each of us being so different that is why we have so many options.
Even in religion,the Baptist,the Methodist and the Catholics are just a few.
But it is in my opinion that it’s not the denomination of the church or is it
about following the laws of man but having a personal one on one relationship
with our Heavenly Father above.
No matter what we desire to believe, not one of us can deny that the greatest
gift we received from Christ and are to give to one another is Love.
It is also my opinion, to love who we want too is easy but to love everyone,
that my friend can be a hard thing to do.
Instead we size one another up and decide if they fit on our scale of approval.
We gossip, spread rumors, and see others sins as many ,while ours are few!
No matter who we think we are, no man or woman alone knows the right way.
There is only one true way.
Call on Jesus Christ, accept him into your heart and learn what the scriptures say.
No matter how good you think you are he will show you your sin.
No matter how bad you think you are he will forgive you again and again.
Remember we view this world as love meaning Jesus, family and friends.
But in Scripture Matt 5:43 this is how God see’s it.
If we can’t do what he tell’s us , then do we truly love him?
Witness
Dear Lord,
I am always asking you to show me how i can be a better Christian
and what it is you would like for me to do.
Though i never claim to be a pro at anything, Lord you know i like
singing, writing poems and songs and you know i enjoy painting too.
Should i focus on music, should i write more poems or paint pictures to
glorify you?
I do understand these talents have been given to me from you.
Surly you have something i can do?
Then something came to me from out of the blue
and said there is something that i have already ask of you!
The one thing every child of God can do, you see.
That is to be a witness and tell others about me.
Weather it be a stranger or someone you know.
Plant the seed of Salvation then pray it grows.
There is always someone i will put in your path every single day.
Weather it be a sales person on the phone or the trash man at the curve.
My Holy Spirit will always intervene and tell you what to say.
I will enable you, so why not do this one little task?
Why should i give you anything more if you already fail to do what i ask?
Be a beacon and let your light shine,
Remain salty in my word and keep these commandments of mine.
May you began telling whomever i put in your path what i have done for you.
And may you never forget that being a witness is the least you can do!
I am always asking you to show me how i can be a better Christian
and what it is you would like for me to do.
Though i never claim to be a pro at anything, Lord you know i like
singing, writing poems and songs and you know i enjoy painting too.
Should i focus on music, should i write more poems or paint pictures to
glorify you?
I do understand these talents have been given to me from you.
Surly you have something i can do?
Then something came to me from out of the blue
and said there is something that i have already ask of you!
The one thing every child of God can do, you see.
That is to be a witness and tell others about me.
Weather it be a stranger or someone you know.
Plant the seed of Salvation then pray it grows.
There is always someone i will put in your path every single day.
Weather it be a sales person on the phone or the trash man at the curve.
My Holy Spirit will always intervene and tell you what to say.
I will enable you, so why not do this one little task?
Why should i give you anything more if you already fail to do what i ask?
Be a beacon and let your light shine,
Remain salty in my word and keep these commandments of mine.
May you began telling whomever i put in your path what i have done for you.
And may you never forget that being a witness is the least you can do!
As a Parent
I use to feel as if life it’s self was no more than one big rut day after day.
I got up every morning , took the kids to school, went to work then got off work,
went home, cooked supper, washed dishes, then done laundry and put it away.
By ten o’clock every night i was worn out.
I would be so tired i often ask myself if this job of being a parent is the same
one i heard so many mothers rat-n-rave about?
At one time i thought maybe i will marry someone like John Walton , live in a
big white house and have a beautiful farm.
Boy did i get that one wrong!
When i seen life for what it was, you would have thought i lost my right arm.
I did manage to have some animals and a small piece of land.
But my two daughters were my number one priority and i could do this with
or without a man.
They were the gas that fueled my soul.
When i wanted to give up, when i wanted to quit,
my two little girls were what kept me on a roll.
They never went hungry, they always had food to eat and clean clothes to wear
up until they were grown.
I moved them around a good bit but as long as we were together
we made any place home.
Times were often hard and money was one thing we never had enough of,
yet i was always thankful knowing as a parent my greatest gift to my children
was and still is a mothers unconditional Love.
They are now raising their children and one day their children will be
raising their children as our family tree grows on and on.
This is the way God meant it to be for in scripture (Matt:19-5 )it is shown.
When i think about the memories with my children there is only one thought
that makes me so sad.
I wish i had been more wiser for now i realize the years spent with my children
were the best years i ever had.
So to all you Mothers, Daddy’s and single parents,
the time with your children can never be brought back and as they age ,
so do you.
Instead of making a living, make a life.
For once their grown you realize showing them love is the least you can do
I got up every morning , took the kids to school, went to work then got off work,
went home, cooked supper, washed dishes, then done laundry and put it away.
By ten o’clock every night i was worn out.
I would be so tired i often ask myself if this job of being a parent is the same
one i heard so many mothers rat-n-rave about?
At one time i thought maybe i will marry someone like John Walton , live in a
big white house and have a beautiful farm.
Boy did i get that one wrong!
When i seen life for what it was, you would have thought i lost my right arm.
I did manage to have some animals and a small piece of land.
But my two daughters were my number one priority and i could do this with
or without a man.
They were the gas that fueled my soul.
When i wanted to give up, when i wanted to quit,
my two little girls were what kept me on a roll.
They never went hungry, they always had food to eat and clean clothes to wear
up until they were grown.
I moved them around a good bit but as long as we were together
we made any place home.
Times were often hard and money was one thing we never had enough of,
yet i was always thankful knowing as a parent my greatest gift to my children
was and still is a mothers unconditional Love.
They are now raising their children and one day their children will be
raising their children as our family tree grows on and on.
This is the way God meant it to be for in scripture (Matt:19-5 )it is shown.
When i think about the memories with my children there is only one thought
that makes me so sad.
I wish i had been more wiser for now i realize the years spent with my children
were the best years i ever had.
So to all you Mothers, Daddy’s and single parents,
the time with your children can never be brought back and as they age ,
so do you.
Instead of making a living, make a life.
For once their grown you realize showing them love is the least you can do
The Bottom of the Barrel
As i sit here in the bottom of the barrel,
i am alone.
On the outside to others my misery is unknown.
These wooden planks surround me and as i try
to stand i only exhaust myself.
Using the little bit of energy i had left.
I feel the sense of darkness and silence all around me.
Yet i must say when i do look up a flicker of light
i am able to see.
How do i escape this place of turmoil and despair?
I have searched for help through many people and places.
Yet i can’t find anyone who understands or even cares.
You see this barrel has captured my inner being as it
takes root in my head, my heart and soul.
On the outside i appear to be normal to those i know.
Surely someone, somewhere must feel this same way?
I have read where depression destroys the lives of millions.
Men, women and young adults everyday.
Then, all at once i feel a presence of something near.
It isn’t my imagination i know for a fact someone is here!
Could it be this Lord i have questioned and chose to doubt?
The one that i have heard so many others talk about?
I began to open up to this unfamiliar spirit and then the
most amazing transformation started happening to me!
For once is it possible i am going to be free?
I ask you father to please forgive me of all my past,
present and future sins.
No longer will i live in defeat, nor allow Satan to win.
You told me you would never leave me nor forsaken me
therefore i need not fear.
Should i hit the bottom of the barrel again,
i will call out your name until your voice i hear!
I say to anyone, are you lonely , depressed or you feel as though
you dread to face another day?
Call on Jesus.
Only he can give you true freedom and take the darkness away.
i am alone.
On the outside to others my misery is unknown.
These wooden planks surround me and as i try
to stand i only exhaust myself.
Using the little bit of energy i had left.
I feel the sense of darkness and silence all around me.
Yet i must say when i do look up a flicker of light
i am able to see.
How do i escape this place of turmoil and despair?
I have searched for help through many people and places.
Yet i can’t find anyone who understands or even cares.
You see this barrel has captured my inner being as it
takes root in my head, my heart and soul.
On the outside i appear to be normal to those i know.
Surely someone, somewhere must feel this same way?
I have read where depression destroys the lives of millions.
Men, women and young adults everyday.
Then, all at once i feel a presence of something near.
It isn’t my imagination i know for a fact someone is here!
Could it be this Lord i have questioned and chose to doubt?
The one that i have heard so many others talk about?
I began to open up to this unfamiliar spirit and then the
most amazing transformation started happening to me!
For once is it possible i am going to be free?
I ask you father to please forgive me of all my past,
present and future sins.
No longer will i live in defeat, nor allow Satan to win.
You told me you would never leave me nor forsaken me
therefore i need not fear.
Should i hit the bottom of the barrel again,
i will call out your name until your voice i hear!
I say to anyone, are you lonely , depressed or you feel as though
you dread to face another day?
Call on Jesus.
Only he can give you true freedom and take the darkness away.
One Day
For the person that can beat a dog when no one is around,
may someday loose their sight and remember the animal
that lead the blind down the sidewalk , across the street and into town.
For the lady that refused to buy feed for her old and feeble Tomcat that
was almost starved to death when he was found,
may one day wish someone would care enough to bring her a plate of food
as she sits hungry , alone and home bound.
For the man that allowed the horse to lay pregnant in a 100
degree weather unable to walk because her hoofs were so grown out,
may one day be unable to not even get himself a glass of water because of the
severe pain he has to live with when getting the gout.
For the big shot hunters that pay money to hunt down a bear on restricted
land and backs them into a corner before shooting them dead,
may one day be hunted down by someone less cowardly than them,
back them against the wall in their own home and shoot them in the head.
God made animals to live peacefully with Adam before there was sin.
It was never the animal that listened to Satan and gave in.
But then when one human being holds no value on another humans life
and can commit murder or go so far as to torture, abuse and kill a little baby
or a child with no remorse, even up to the day they die,
without Jesus will one day wake up in eternal hell forever to burn
yet never truly knowing why.
may someday loose their sight and remember the animal
that lead the blind down the sidewalk , across the street and into town.
For the lady that refused to buy feed for her old and feeble Tomcat that
was almost starved to death when he was found,
may one day wish someone would care enough to bring her a plate of food
as she sits hungry , alone and home bound.
For the man that allowed the horse to lay pregnant in a 100
degree weather unable to walk because her hoofs were so grown out,
may one day be unable to not even get himself a glass of water because of the
severe pain he has to live with when getting the gout.
For the big shot hunters that pay money to hunt down a bear on restricted
land and backs them into a corner before shooting them dead,
may one day be hunted down by someone less cowardly than them,
back them against the wall in their own home and shoot them in the head.
God made animals to live peacefully with Adam before there was sin.
It was never the animal that listened to Satan and gave in.
But then when one human being holds no value on another humans life
and can commit murder or go so far as to torture, abuse and kill a little baby
or a child with no remorse, even up to the day they die,
without Jesus will one day wake up in eternal hell forever to burn
yet never truly knowing why.
Every Morning
As the morning sun rises above the mountainside all of Gods creatures
enjoy the peaceful quiet morning before man awakes and steals the magic away.
Before the alarm clock goes off and the early news comes on.
Before the all the noise begins and progress demands our attention everyday.
Where we begin our morning rush with both feet on the ground.
From daylight to dark we are engulfed by so many distractions.
Without thinking we are automatically caught up in this worlds merry-go round.
We rush to get dressed , grab an energy bar and hurry the kids off to school.
We then are obligated for 8 to 12 hours by someone we call our boss and they have
all rights to tell us what to do.
Then at quitting time we hurry to pick up our kids and head back home.
We all learn to multitask between washing clothes, fixing supper, cutting grass, and
of course talking on our phone.
After homework and baths we finally get to go to bed.
We are exhausted, tired and mentally stressed just from dealing with what other people want,
what our children expect and what our spouse has said.
For at least five days a week over and over this is what we do.
To survive is to provide and of course that creates bills that must be paid.
We always seem to believe, if we win the lottery we would have it made.
When actually the more we make, the more we spend.
The more we get, the more we want....does it ever end.
As the morning sun rises above the mountainside all of Gods creatures
enjoy the peaceful quiet morning before man awakes and steals all the magic away.
enjoy the peaceful quiet morning before man awakes and steals the magic away.
Before the alarm clock goes off and the early news comes on.
Before the all the noise begins and progress demands our attention everyday.
Where we begin our morning rush with both feet on the ground.
From daylight to dark we are engulfed by so many distractions.
Without thinking we are automatically caught up in this worlds merry-go round.
We rush to get dressed , grab an energy bar and hurry the kids off to school.
We then are obligated for 8 to 12 hours by someone we call our boss and they have
all rights to tell us what to do.
Then at quitting time we hurry to pick up our kids and head back home.
We all learn to multitask between washing clothes, fixing supper, cutting grass, and
of course talking on our phone.
After homework and baths we finally get to go to bed.
We are exhausted, tired and mentally stressed just from dealing with what other people want,
what our children expect and what our spouse has said.
For at least five days a week over and over this is what we do.
To survive is to provide and of course that creates bills that must be paid.
We always seem to believe, if we win the lottery we would have it made.
When actually the more we make, the more we spend.
The more we get, the more we want....does it ever end.
As the morning sun rises above the mountainside all of Gods creatures
enjoy the peaceful quiet morning before man awakes and steals all the magic away.
Assume
Be good to others,
and others assume you are a people pleaser.
Stay at home and mind your own bussiness,
and you are assumed to be a reclouse.
When you dont have a desire to "party",
you are boring.
When you no longer laugh at dirty jokes or join in
on vulger conversations,
you are to serious minded.
When you are completely honest,
others assume you think you are better than them.
When you choose to be selective about television
shows and the movies you watch,
you don't know how to enjoy "entertainment".
When you smoke ciggeretts you have almost committed
the inpardonable sin.
Eat 25 chicken wings and drink 12 beers
and many folks will assume your their friend.
Let all your cousins come visit you everyday for a week
and your neighbors will assume your selling sex!
Cuss and raise cane monday through saturday
but be at church "every" sunday and others
will assume you are a pillar of the community.
"Always" take a stand for Christ and
a jesus freak is all you will ever be.
Yet in the real world,
all "ASSUME" a six letter word really does,
is make an ASS of U and ME.
and others assume you are a people pleaser.
Stay at home and mind your own bussiness,
and you are assumed to be a reclouse.
When you dont have a desire to "party",
you are boring.
When you no longer laugh at dirty jokes or join in
on vulger conversations,
you are to serious minded.
When you are completely honest,
others assume you think you are better than them.
When you choose to be selective about television
shows and the movies you watch,
you don't know how to enjoy "entertainment".
When you smoke ciggeretts you have almost committed
the inpardonable sin.
Eat 25 chicken wings and drink 12 beers
and many folks will assume your their friend.
Let all your cousins come visit you everyday for a week
and your neighbors will assume your selling sex!
Cuss and raise cane monday through saturday
but be at church "every" sunday and others
will assume you are a pillar of the community.
"Always" take a stand for Christ and
a jesus freak is all you will ever be.
Yet in the real world,
all "ASSUME" a six letter word really does,
is make an ASS of U and ME.
Money
It is so true that one with enough money can cruise through
life much easier than one who don’t.
It can bring one success, it can solve many problems and enough of it
can buy anything and everything one may ever want.
It can build you a beautiful house but it can’t make it a home.
It can bring many upscale, well known people into your circle of friends
but it will never fill the void that we all have felt when being alone.
It will buy you any kind of bed you want to sleep in at night.
It can surround you with fine linens but it won’t hold you tight.
It can buy temporary happiness but it won’t buy you peace and
contentment in your heart.
It can send you to school and buy you intelligence but it can’t buy
common sense which is often more valuable than being smart.
Money can make anyone look like a million bucks on the outside.
But a selfish and arrogant soul is impossible to hide.
Money seems to be the answer to most problems we all face everyday.
But it will never buy salvation.
It can buy you a nice casket but it won’t buy you into heaven once you’ve passed away.
life much easier than one who don’t.
It can bring one success, it can solve many problems and enough of it
can buy anything and everything one may ever want.
It can build you a beautiful house but it can’t make it a home.
It can bring many upscale, well known people into your circle of friends
but it will never fill the void that we all have felt when being alone.
It will buy you any kind of bed you want to sleep in at night.
It can surround you with fine linens but it won’t hold you tight.
It can buy temporary happiness but it won’t buy you peace and
contentment in your heart.
It can send you to school and buy you intelligence but it can’t buy
common sense which is often more valuable than being smart.
Money can make anyone look like a million bucks on the outside.
But a selfish and arrogant soul is impossible to hide.
Money seems to be the answer to most problems we all face everyday.
But it will never buy salvation.
It can buy you a nice casket but it won’t buy you into heaven once you’ve passed away.
A True Christian
A true Christian will seek God daily and remember to pray.
A true Christian will give up his flesh and be willing to follow God
in spite of what the world has to say.
A true Christian forgives and does not judge others on account of their sin.
A true Christian will be true to themselves.
A true Christian never changes in public, when the preacher walks in.
A true Christian will falter but will rise up and carry on.
A true Christian will suffer on this earth but find true joy once they reach
their Heavenly home.
A true Christian will be mocked, made fun of and denied.
A true Christian God will know their heart and remember the tears they’ve cried.
A true Christian is never perfect but they are always striving to be.
A true Christian fears God and demands their marriage be bound by
a cord of three.
A true Christian never has to worry about where they will go when they die.
A true Christian will spend all eternity in the sweet by and by.
A true Christian will give up his flesh and be willing to follow God
in spite of what the world has to say.
A true Christian forgives and does not judge others on account of their sin.
A true Christian will be true to themselves.
A true Christian never changes in public, when the preacher walks in.
A true Christian will falter but will rise up and carry on.
A true Christian will suffer on this earth but find true joy once they reach
their Heavenly home.
A true Christian will be mocked, made fun of and denied.
A true Christian God will know their heart and remember the tears they’ve cried.
A true Christian is never perfect but they are always striving to be.
A true Christian fears God and demands their marriage be bound by
a cord of three.
A true Christian never has to worry about where they will go when they die.
A true Christian will spend all eternity in the sweet by and by.
In the Stillness
In the stillness of my mind i find a place where i seek refuge
with my Father above.
I long to feel his presence and like the innocence of a child
i want to be held and know his love.
As noise surrounds me, it follows me everywhere i go.
I must find my shelter of silence so when my Father speaks
his voice i will know.
I need no human counsel or room full of friends but only
my Father and i.
As my spirit is stirred i experience the emotions of joy, sorrow and
comfort in these tears that i cry.
I ask for contentment with what i have and may i not ask for more.
I pray for the souls of the wealthy that are always smiling yet for the humble
they scatter themselves among the poor.
I know Satan will taunt me and test me this whole day long,
but in the stillness i reclaim my power to fight my battles and
sing my victory song.
I can always find my stillness weather i am at home, in a store or somewhere away.
Because where i go my head goes.
And there is where i tell my mind to be still, seek God and pray,pray, pray.
with my Father above.
I long to feel his presence and like the innocence of a child
i want to be held and know his love.
As noise surrounds me, it follows me everywhere i go.
I must find my shelter of silence so when my Father speaks
his voice i will know.
I need no human counsel or room full of friends but only
my Father and i.
As my spirit is stirred i experience the emotions of joy, sorrow and
comfort in these tears that i cry.
I ask for contentment with what i have and may i not ask for more.
I pray for the souls of the wealthy that are always smiling yet for the humble
they scatter themselves among the poor.
I know Satan will taunt me and test me this whole day long,
but in the stillness i reclaim my power to fight my battles and
sing my victory song.
I can always find my stillness weather i am at home, in a store or somewhere away.
Because where i go my head goes.
And there is where i tell my mind to be still, seek God and pray,pray, pray.
Never Give Up
When some days have you feeling sad and blue
"never give up"
seek God and give to him whatever it is troubling you. Psalm9:10
When darkness comes calling on your hearts door,
"never give up"
ask God to reveal his light like never before. Psalm18:28
When money is tight and the bill collectors are waiting in line
"never give up"
pray and he will supply your every need right on time. Psalm27:14
When your body gets tired from the burdens you must carry each day
"never give up"
call upon God to lighten the load and show you the way. Pslam30:2
Does life appear hopeless because you have been left with a broken heart?
"never give up"
ask God will he mend it back together and show you a new start. Pslam30:11
Have you been emotionally or physically abused so deep
that you wish you could die?
"never give up"
God always loves and understands without asking why. Psalm31:3,4 & 5
Have you ever had a problem with no solutions as to what you will do?
"never give up"
seek Gods guidence and ask him to reveal the plans he has for you. Psalm31:9
No matter what you may be facing or what your diffficulties may be,
"never give up"
It's always in my weakest moments he gives me strenght and reveals his love for me.
John 8:31
"never give up"
seek God and give to him whatever it is troubling you. Psalm9:10
When darkness comes calling on your hearts door,
"never give up"
ask God to reveal his light like never before. Psalm18:28
When money is tight and the bill collectors are waiting in line
"never give up"
pray and he will supply your every need right on time. Psalm27:14
When your body gets tired from the burdens you must carry each day
"never give up"
call upon God to lighten the load and show you the way. Pslam30:2
Does life appear hopeless because you have been left with a broken heart?
"never give up"
ask God will he mend it back together and show you a new start. Pslam30:11
Have you been emotionally or physically abused so deep
that you wish you could die?
"never give up"
God always loves and understands without asking why. Psalm31:3,4 & 5
Have you ever had a problem with no solutions as to what you will do?
"never give up"
seek Gods guidence and ask him to reveal the plans he has for you. Psalm31:9
No matter what you may be facing or what your diffficulties may be,
"never give up"
It's always in my weakest moments he gives me strenght and reveals his love for me.
John 8:31
A Witness
I find daily it humbles me to take a sincere look in the mirror
and ask God to use me by telling someone about his gift of salvation.
Not in an arrogant way nor in a judge mental way.
But through the power of what the Holy Spirit wants to me to say.
May i bring encouragement to those who battle depression and offer
hope for i have known this disease personally for a while.
May i trust in the Lord when he leads my heart to lift up one in sorrow
if all i am ask to do is share a smile.
May i be a beacon and may my light shine upon one who is lost in a dark
or in a lonely place.
May my Lord guide me and give me courage to tell a total stranger about
his sovereign Love and Amazing Grace.
Weather it be a hug, a smile or a kind word, all my Lord ask is that i be a
witness to others wherever i may go.
It is a true honor to be ask by the King to share his gospel and spread
his word for there are many who need to know.
For it was his only son that died so that each and every one of us may
spend our eternity in Heaven with them.
The ultimate sacrifice yet in return all he tells us is we must believe,
be a witness and live wholeheartedly for him.
and ask God to use me by telling someone about his gift of salvation.
Not in an arrogant way nor in a judge mental way.
But through the power of what the Holy Spirit wants to me to say.
May i bring encouragement to those who battle depression and offer
hope for i have known this disease personally for a while.
May i trust in the Lord when he leads my heart to lift up one in sorrow
if all i am ask to do is share a smile.
May i be a beacon and may my light shine upon one who is lost in a dark
or in a lonely place.
May my Lord guide me and give me courage to tell a total stranger about
his sovereign Love and Amazing Grace.
Weather it be a hug, a smile or a kind word, all my Lord ask is that i be a
witness to others wherever i may go.
It is a true honor to be ask by the King to share his gospel and spread
his word for there are many who need to know.
For it was his only son that died so that each and every one of us may
spend our eternity in Heaven with them.
The ultimate sacrifice yet in return all he tells us is we must believe,
be a witness and live wholeheartedly for him.
Daddy
A daddy is blessed with a fine baby boy.
He has a head full of hair, brown eyes and the cutest little nose.
He has two little ears, ten fingers and ten toes.
As the baby grows into a young boy, he loves baseball caps just
like the ones his daddy wears.
In no time at all he is brushing his teeth and combing his hair.
Because his daddy loves him he corrects him when he's wrong.
He makes sure he eats his vegtables and drinks all his milk.
He tells him this is how he becomes healthy and strong.
His daddy makes sure his son see's him kiss his ma,ma and
hold her tight.
He explains to him how to treat little girls, how they are made of
sugar and spice and hitting a girl is never right.
If daddy accepts his own responsibility he teaches his son
to be lieable and he teaches him the diffrence between work and play.
Somewhere a Daddy is blessed with a healthy baby girl.
Pretty olive skin, big blue eyes and little blonde curls.
Her daddy is "always" there for her, he holds her, he hugs
her and so proudly bounces her on his knee.
He listens to her, tries to understand her and instills in her
to never settle for any less.
He reminds her how special she is and she deserves the best!
Most of all when God gives a man a child,
hopefully he will teach that child about his own Heavenly Father above.
May every Dad everywhere have a Happy Fathers Day!
May God bless you all from....."Wings of a Dove"
He has a head full of hair, brown eyes and the cutest little nose.
He has two little ears, ten fingers and ten toes.
As the baby grows into a young boy, he loves baseball caps just
like the ones his daddy wears.
In no time at all he is brushing his teeth and combing his hair.
Because his daddy loves him he corrects him when he's wrong.
He makes sure he eats his vegtables and drinks all his milk.
He tells him this is how he becomes healthy and strong.
His daddy makes sure his son see's him kiss his ma,ma and
hold her tight.
He explains to him how to treat little girls, how they are made of
sugar and spice and hitting a girl is never right.
If daddy accepts his own responsibility he teaches his son
to be lieable and he teaches him the diffrence between work and play.
Somewhere a Daddy is blessed with a healthy baby girl.
Pretty olive skin, big blue eyes and little blonde curls.
Her daddy is "always" there for her, he holds her, he hugs
her and so proudly bounces her on his knee.
He listens to her, tries to understand her and instills in her
to never settle for any less.
He reminds her how special she is and she deserves the best!
Most of all when God gives a man a child,
hopefully he will teach that child about his own Heavenly Father above.
May every Dad everywhere have a Happy Fathers Day!
May God bless you all from....."Wings of a Dove"