Man’s Decision

In the Garden… Eve was deceived.
The evil one planted his evil seeds.
When she believed the lie,
She drew Adam to her side.
When he ate from the forbidden tree
He was aware of sin and from it he could not be freed.
But the Father always knew and had a plan to take away sin.
The Holy Spirit now calls all men to Him.
Jesus provided the way on the cross of shame,
And has provided the use of His name.
His stripes have healed sickness and disease;
And. all He asks is for you to believe.
He will give strength when you are weak.
And He gives wisdom for you to speak.
He pours out blessings too numerous to mention.
He will administer His sweet peace to relieve your tension,
His Word is sent to lead and guide the seeking heart.
The Father gives man, His Son’s authority, to tell the enemy to depart.
Every man or woman will hear and will see truth displayed;
They will decide to believe or refuse to be saved.
Man will do one of two things:
They will remain lost or they will become an offering.
Each and every one will choose to die to self,
Or they choose to remain lost without the Spirit’s help.
Man’s decision with God’s provision will be very evident,
He chooses to be a light or to remain in darkness – It is up to Him.

Deut 30:19
I call heaven and earth to record this day against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live:

      I know many of you as yet have not gotten a copy of my book  “Waves of Comfort” but just to let you know this is a poem that will be in my new book Anointed with Fire, a daily devotional hopefully published this next year.

Job 11:14-15 If iniquity be in thine hand, put it far away, and let not wickedness dwell in thy tabernacles. For then shalt thou lift up thy face without spot; yea, thou shalt be stedfast, and shalt not fear:

             Sometimes I have a very stubborn nature.  As a Christian it is changed to persistence. I am forever grateful my Lord persistently encourages and guides my normally stubborn nature to align with His will for my life.

When Persistence Pays

Persistence pays, it will endure.
A persistent, good attitude finds the cure.
But when wrong, negative thoughts return within,
You need God’s Word to persistently put them away again.
Never tire of pushing bad thoughts away,
For, they too will persist day after day.
Read and study the Word of truth.
It will keep them from overcoming you.
The moment you utter a repenting prayer God forgives
You do not need to remain in sin or continue to in guilt live.
Everyone’s evil nature tries to pull down to reclaim,
But with faith intact, on your feet you remain.
Every time you persistently turn away from sin,
You are glorifying your God again.
Never tire in your efforts for the rewards are great.
You will surely see your persistence pays.

John 8:31
Then said Jesus to those Jews which believed on him, If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed;

Prayer
I set my face to do Your will, to obey Your Word. With Your help I will not turn back.

We are all workers together in God’s kingdom, man, woman, and child; of every denomination, every race, and every station in life. The work opportunities are not all taken up.  There is an appointed task for you.  God has a wonderful plan for your life.

Everyone Has a Job to Do

Everyone has a job to do, after accepting God’s Son.
There are many people to tell, and so much to be done
You do not need to look off afar.
There is something you can do; right where you are.
Listen to the Spirit that dwells within;
And your ministry begins.
If your life is confined and you cannot get away,
You have ample opportunity to take time to pray
You can reach across the miles; there is no limit to their touch.
There is no reason to remain dry and useless; you can do so much.
Perhaps you feel you are not witty, or you are hard to get to know,
If you allow God’s Word to drop like nuggets of gold,
You can be a teacher, with wisdom to draw men unto me.
You will shine and do much more than you perceive.
Perhaps you feel you are not as comely as another one close by
But your beauty is evident to me. I see deep inside.
I see the lovely smile that draws people’s gaze.
If you choose to shine, of your contribution, you would be amazed.
Perhaps you still do not believe I could mean you,
That there just isn’t anything you can do.
Because you are mine you have the ability,
To resist the lie that the evil one whispers to thee.
Right now, if you choose to hear and choose to believe it,
You will cause to God’s Kingdom great benefit.

Rom 12:1
I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.

If You Could See Love

If love was visible we would see,
The softest, gentlest, feeling that could ever be.
Love’s colors are beautiful; full of kindness for others.
It is not forceful in any way, you will discover,
Love’s touch is sacrificial.  It is willing to serve.
Words full of hope and peace are preferred.
Love touches with as gentle a hand;
To lead and guide,to the truth, as it can.
As you learn who is Love what Love does in the Word.
You will desire to show another, the truth you have heard.
Love is clearly visible -In the face of Jesus God’s Son,
And He also can be seen in His chosen ones.

Eph 3:17-19
That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith; that ye, being rooted and grounded in love, May be able to comprehend with all saints what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height; And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge, that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.

This is an update poem to share with you my health issues.  I am sure there are many people going through troubles and trials that feel like they will never end.  Are you not  glad we have the strength of the Lord to get us through it all?  I am.

Soon to Dance to the Tune of Victory

I am limping into tomorrow with faith again I will run.
Walking on the path of suffering is not what I call fun.
But I will still walk to the tune of salvation’s song,
Praising God and praying for it is He who makes us strong.
My Head has been filled with the truth that has set me free,
I by faith walk ahead to where I need to be.
I live in a body with ailments filled with pain,
But by faith my healing I claim in Jesus’ name.
I am confident in His help to see me through
With Him there nothing I am unable to do.
I limp into tomorrow with my eyes and head sore,
But I am still strong with the strength of my Lord,
My friends I know are praying and my Best friend hears their plea.
Soon I will be running and dancing to the tune of victory!

My Bible

The wisdom in the Bible is to me
Like flowers that bloom in the desert for me to see.
Lit is like a beautiful tune to deaf ears;
Sweet music; a great pleasure to hear.
It is like sunshine after a storm; its healing touch warms my soul.
It’s like the purest silver or the most precious gold.
It’s like a river flowing forever deep inside.
I need never thirst again, for in its truth I abide.
It’s like a cloudless day, bright and clear.
Wisdom illuminated with love, to take away fears.
It’s like perfume I love to breathe
So perfect in its truth, that others  it’s aroma receive.
It’s like a beautiful rainbow that promises a treasure at its end.
Its pages full of glimpses of the glory that soon begins.
This wondrous book has withstood times test.
Why is it not by all hungrily devoured, consumed and read?
How is it, it is placed on a shelf without a page turned?
And its source of truth mocked and spurned?
How is it, the Word of God is so misunderstood?
And yet to me; it is so fine and good.
How is it I love it and cherish each page inside?
It is because I’ve opened it and allowed its love in me reside.

Jer 15:16
Thy words were found, and I did eat them; and thy word was unto me the joy and rejoicing of mine heart: for I am called by thy name, O LORD God of hosts.

The Father’s Heart

The father’s heart yearns to express love for his son.
He tries… but when the day is done,
He wonders ,did he get his message through?
Even though he did all he could do.
His words, were to encourage and to lift and edify,
His heart’s thoughts; to communicate he tried.
Oh how he desires to take away every pain.
How he would fight to free from every chain.
The father’s heart, is softer than you at first can see.
But this, is just as the Father in heaven, plans it to be.
For He too loves His children much,
He strives always to show and to share His love.
His Word is designed always to His love share.
He sent His Son to show how much He cares.
The Father’s heart was broken, when His only Son,
Suffered and died to save the lost …each and every one.
He took upon Himself every sin and pain.
He died and rose again to break every chain.
He till this day will  your battle fight.
For the Father’s heart fills with love for His redeemed …they are His delight

I do not write letters often, I would rather call on a phone.  Our God calls out to us at all times but many do not hear His voice.  Perhaps some will hear His message of love in this love letter to them.

Dear Heart,

How are you?  I heard you were ill.
Keep your appointment with the Great Physician when you are not feeling well.
He is a Specialist; in heart, body, and mind.
He is always available to spend His time.
His holy service does not cost you a thing.
He paid the price that covers everything.
Are you still hungry?  He has bread that fulfills,
With supernatural strength; that within is instilled.
His nourishment is lovingly served to all who comes,
And, is available at any time to everyone.
Dear heart, do you still have worry, stress, and anxiety?
If so, I have the perfect remedy.
There is a River that flows in this most perfect place
Where peace reigns and wraps in arms of grace.
Come it is where God abides.
You are always welcome and you will be revived.
When you come often I am sure you will see.
You are feeling much better; as full and filled as you want to be.
Sincerely, The Lover of your Soul,
Jesus, Lord, Savior, that all things know,

 Isaiah 50:5
The Lord God hath opened mine ear, and I was not rebellious,
neither turned away back.

Prayer

Lord, I hear your call.  Thank you for being everything I need. Thank you for paying the debt of my sins.  Thank you for the wonderful gift of prayer.

Decide to do Right

Decide when you see a flaw within,
To turn your back on it, and do not do it again.
Make conscious decision, to choose good over bad.
Decide to change your ways and it will lose the hold it had.
Evil cannot win over the power of good.
Call upon the name of Jesus; He will help you do as you should.
Resolve to follow His example as in the Word you abide.
Then no clinging evil can pull you aside.
Allow the Holy Spirit to form you, into the holy image of Gods Son.
Stay yielded and still until He is done.
Place all your trust and faith, in Him, who died to make you whole.
Permit Him to help show you the way you need to go.
For, He has decided… He has already died for you.

Ps 119:30
I have chosen the way of truth: thy judgments have I laid before me.

Sometimes I feel like a square peg in a round whole world.  God loves variety, He makes one of a kind things.  He has no problem keeping everything straight…our little problems are not going to cause Him distress.  I need to be reminded every once and awhile that He is in full control

What is There to be Anxious For

If the stars are numbered and named
And if every snowflake is not one the same
And every individual wonderfully unique
And every thought or word heard from the strong and the weak
If every leaf that falls is known and every number of sand
Are counted and every nation is held in my hand
What is it that will cause You to worry my friend?
The One that knows all lives within
There is no place your foot will travel that I do not see
I walk ahead and follow after thee
There is no request too large or a problem to small to ask
For the One that loved you enough to die for you… it is not too large a task
The winds of life will blow and so will the hard rains
But the Son shines bright upon you and in you remain
Life has a divine purpose and an intricate design
Every finger’s print uniquely lined
The reborn is forever joined to the One that made all you can and cannot see
His beautiful, pure, holy, bride for eternity
What is there to worry or to be anxious for?
Not one thing when you belong to the LORD OF LORDS

Ps 139:14-17
I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.   My substance was not hid from thee, when I was made in secret, and curiously wrought in the lowest parts of the earth.  Thine eyes did see my substance, yet being unperfect; and in thy book all my members were written, which in continuance were fashioned, when as yet there was none of them.  How precious also are thy thoughts unto me, O God! how great is the sum of them!