Words to His Servant

Jesus Christ is Hope!

2012-01-30T12:59:00.004-06:00

What have we to cling to in THIS life?

Reveal Yourself, oh Jesus, as
the Hope You truly are!
There is so much pain in this life,
and Your love goes so far...
With You within we have such purpose!
Life, it has a point!
You look inside, straight to the heart,
and know what to appoint!

Oh Lord, so many suffering...
wandering...and lost...
but purpose dwells in life in You,
for which You paid the cost!
Without You we are absolutely
blind and cannot see!
But hope, direction, peace and worth
come as You set us free!

Looking at the multitudes...
looking at the one...
You, alone, know every heart
and all that must be done!
We implore You, Jesus Christ,
come to us, have Your way!
Restore the hope we are without
here in this latter day!

Jesus Christ is the hope that this world needs.
Jesus Christ is the you that YOU need!
Trust in Him today, won't you?
He will never fail!
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Complete control

2012-01-30T09:09:00.005-06:00

"Good morning, Lord.
What a glorious new day You have made!
Thank You for giving us the opportunity to enjoy it with You.
Lord, What do You want from us today?"

Led by One Who fully understands.
One Who does not waiver on demands.
One who knows completely what will be-
He loves and saves and gives purposefully!

That situation that demands attention...
that problem that you do not want to mention...
that doctor's office visit in two days...
He is aware, and He has all the ways!

Led By Jesus Christ-He is The One!
We can boldly cry "Thy will be done!"
Blest assurance have we in His Grace!
Jesus--He is every time and place!

Monday morning. Another full week ahead. We can only see so far into that week. Jesus is already there with us discussing how this week went. I don't understand that! But since He is constant, we can place our times into His hands and trust that He has them in complete control.
Can you?

Time again...

2012-01-28T16:18:00.003-06:00

Ahhh...with my Jesus now and I am spent.
He spoke to me of places and I went.
He set up each appointment that I made;
for Him have I labored and I played.

But now, I'm in His Presence and I rest.
With His perfect peace I am so blest.
There is so much to do but not right now.
Communion with the One Who seals my vow.

There is no other place of restoration.
So beautiful, the Lord's regeneration!
Refreshing and renewing is His Presence!
So permanent the glory of His essence!

Communion with Jesus. Just you and the Lord.
There is so much healing in just His Presence.
There is so much said by Him...even without a single word!
What a personal Savior!
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Reassurance

2012-01-27T09:39:00.003-06:00

Seeing proof again that He
is always in control;
feeling precious evidence
that I have been made whole;
walking through the beauty that
He makes for us by hand;
confessing from the depths again
"I do not understand!"

I tell Him I don't understand,
He just smiles back at me
reminding, once again, there is
so much I will not see!
And as I commit the same
complete into His trust,
understanding everything
no longer is a must!

Seeing once again...and
savoring that precious sight!
In the fullness of His grace
taking great delight!
In a place that any man
His Glory may behold;
let nothing of this life prevent
obtaining that so bold!

There is a certain boldness that belongs to them that are born-again and trusting in Him.
We may not always have the answer to what is going on, but there is an awesome assurance that God remains in control in spite of "things."
Do you have that assurance? It is becoming more and more necessary, and it is only found in Jesus.
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Threatened...

2012-01-25T13:53:00.003-06:00

This relates to every one of us.
But why?

Faces in the crowd...
is honesty allowed?
How many the facade?
Look closer and see God!

So many opportunities-
how many do I miss?
How many do I flat ignore?
(Should even ponder this?)

Faces in the crowd...
JESUS CHRIST OUT LOUD!
The need is surely here;
let NOTHING interfere!

Once again in a waiting room.
Faces wondering...eyes wandering...
One of the very few places where we are all connected...
Can I pray for you?
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The Desert Place

2012-01-20T11:53:00.003-06:00

In places where you cannot see at all,
no ray nor rain has liberty to fall,
darkness overwhelming to the touch-
is it there 'deserted' would seem much?

But God--for He is even in that place!
And, of a truth, so plentiful His grace!
There is not a limit He could know;
thus, there is no place He cannot go!

Therefore, when in outer reaches I'm,
I am certain that He has the time
to meet me there, with living to abound!
His Presence, yes, is everywhere around!

Yes, even when I am completely blind,
my Father and my Friend I always find!

You cannot escape God. Period.
Oh, there are places and situations that feel like He is nowhere near, but it's not true.
Yes, sin separates us from Him, but you always remain in sight and within reach!
Are you in a place where you cannot 'sense' His Presence? Tell Him! He will either reaffirm His grip upon you, or He will tell you 'why' you cannot feel Him there.
Enjoy Father God's Presence today wherever you are. It will make the day that much more enjoyable!
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Wednesday

2012-01-20T11:22:00.004-06:00

Morning begins.
Creator God creating...
Landscape-so varying...
scenery of insane variety!
Colors so vivid on the horizon...each mirrored with perfection on the streams...
dreams...
dreams...

The duties of the day,
they seem so far away;
the Presence of The King
outshining everything!
He brings such new creation
and causes such ovation
from life and from the land--
o seek to understand!

Enjoy the glory of His creation.
Stop long enough to recognize God...then enjoy the glory of His creation!
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WHOAAA!!

2012-01-19T11:00:00.003-06:00

...on the way to a foreign place...
flying down the road...55...60...70...it doesn't make the trip any shorter...
WHOA!!!! Back there!! In that tree!!! TURN AROUND, HONEY! HURRY!
There it is! A BALD EAGLE! Right here beside the road?!
Beautiful. Brown...shiny white...golden beak...beautiful.
Get the camera, hon, quick! I forgot how to use this phone!
Ah....c'mon! There he goes...

Slow-motion on a gust...
absolute, the trust!
An icon flies away,
what can poets say?
The eagle in its flight-
Hail! What grand delight!
God be glorified,
His grace solidified!

YOU SHOULDA BEEN THERE!!
It was awesome!
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Assurance!

2012-01-16T11:59:00.004-06:00

I know that in this life I am,
I am not alone.
God has made me be assured
His Presence, it is known!
Too, He blesses us with friends
and family who care.
No matter what we're going through,
there's someone that can share!

God assures us yet again
"WE ARE NOT ALONE!
And that which we are going through,
the same is not unknown!
God assures us yet again
WE ARE NOT WITHOUT!
Cling to Him and don't let go!
Know, and do not doubt!

"God assures us yet again...""
and Christ to reaffirm!
The care that God has for us each,
it has not any 'term!'
He loves us and He always will,
He lives and will not leave!
Oh cling to Him! Commit Your life
to Jesus and believe!!

Oh, "blessed assurance!" It is more than a song, it is a way of life!
"Peace that passes all understanding..."
Sure, it is Scripture, but it's also reality!
Know that Peace and Assurance and reside in constant Presence that will never leave you nor forsake you!
You will never be alone!
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Wonderful Love!

2012-01-16T11:31:00.005-06:00

So wonderful, the great affection
Father has for me!
So very real, the love He has,
look, ye sinner, see!
The same love that He has for me
is also for your own!
Give your life to Him by Whom
you are already known!

How wonderful, the love of God,
and beautiful, as well!
So great the love that made escape
from the fires of Hell!
So glorious, the creation
He made you to be!
Remember Him before He calls
into eternity!

Remember Him into Your heart
while this life yet allows.
Before it is too late, affirm
to Him eternal vows!
You are made of His great love
to trust Him and obey;
Affirm yourself to His affection
'fore is come That Day!

God's love is still available...Jesus is coming...Hell is for real...
I know, you've 'heard it for years...'
But that just means that we are that much closer!!
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Monday...again!

2012-01-16T10:35:00.004-06:00

It's Monday again. I'm alive.
You are still alive, too, or you would not be reading this.
Jesus did not come over the weekend.
How unfortunate? How merciful! How loving!
Every one of us with Christ in our hearts have Heaven on our mind.
Jesus is coming again, this we know. But has he come yet in that neighbor down the road?
Has He come for the first time in the person you work next to?
Has He come yet in that person you met yesterday that assaulted your faith and cursed the very Lord that you serve?
What if Jesus is waiting for that?

It's Monday once again...
life continues on.
Yesterday's advantages
are now completely gone.
The victory that we enjoyed
is but a memory...
it is Monday once again
behold the tragedy?
Tragedy abounds, indeed,
but there is life, as well!
That life, it is alive in us
for all those bound for Hell!
What tragedy if we neglect
to be an offering,
pouring ourselves out for God,
His attributes to ring!

Tragedy abounds-
Life abounds much more!
Though this life would rip apart
He comes for to restore!
He's coming once again, we know,
to rescue and reveal,
He is here already, though,
to save and fill and heal!

Monday, Monday.
Another opportunity to share Jesus Christ with those who are dying.
Don't blow it!
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Times of Living

2012-01-15T20:04:00.004-06:00

So true: The times of living
are ordered and are known.
We are not without, for we
are very surely known!
Nothing happens to us that would
take Him by surprise;
and all that will be seen has been
already in His eyes.
Therefore, the times of living,
however they appear,
should never be discounted-
for God is always here!
He knows each situation,
and He will not forsake!
Through every time of living,
your life, He'll safely take!
And so-the times of living,
for they can be redeemed!
Give yourself to service, with
the angels you'll be teamed!
Take the Gospel deep inside you,
share with every man,
and know the times of victory
the Father only can!

The times of your life. Was God there? IS God there? Will He be there?
Of course the answer to those questions is "Yes!" But do we trust Him enough to go through those times, however painful they be, with the same assurance?
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Brother?

2012-01-14T12:51:00.002-06:00

What's wrong with me?
Dear God, please teach me how to hate what You hate, while loving those involved in it.
Oh God, what's wrong with me?!
Please help me to love that person who wants to kill me because I love You.
Help me to continue to associate with the ones that reject You...and even reject me. It's not me that they are rejecting, Lord, it's You.
Please teach me to love them as You do.
Where do I draw the line between persistent ministry and 'shaking the dust off and moving on.' Is there such a place anymore?

My brother is in desperation-
can he see at all?
The higher he goes in "this life,"
deeper, he, to fall.
He laughs at those who call You 'Lord,'
he desecrates Your way;
am ever I to 'shake the dust'
deserting him for aye?

BUT GOD! Look at what I was like
when finally I saw!
You found this man disgusting,
my language then so raw!
You looked beyond the man I was,
You heard behind the front;
You had compassion on the man
so wicked and so blunt!

Oh Father, what is wrong with me?!
Should I be any less?
Your persistence paid no heed
to such a vivid mess!
Forgive me, Lord; help me to
continue reaching in
until that light flips on inside him,
showing him his sin.

Such revelation is never pretty...it is always painful.
Am I going to accompany my brother through the valley, or wait for him on the other side?
Pray for me.
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Only Jesus

2012-01-13T12:21:00.003-06:00

In the quiet of the moment...
the intimacy of only Jesus.
Can you handle such a time?
There are so many of US who just cannot seem to be content with 'doing nothing' for a certain length of time!
It is a challenge.
It is a challenge put to us by Jesus Himself when He tells us to set apart time for only Him.

In moments oh so precious
but all throughout the day,
places so remote, yet
everywhere along The Way,
Jesus--He is present and
so active in this place!
And fortunate, the ones that take
advantage of His grace!

Making every moment count
because He is at hand;
being all I can for Jesus
through His each command;
knowing all of life is ordered-
oh, to celebrate!
On the mountain...in the valley...
God remains so great!

Those moments--oh so precious,
they 'happen' without end!
Make the most and savor them
with Jesus--Savior, Friend!
It is His grace alone allowing
ANY time at all!
Moments oh so precious-
fruits of Jesus' call!

Whatever your calling...whatever your duties in this life, if you avail yourself to His will there will surely be 'times of refreshing.' Make the most of those times by KNOWING that Jesus is right there with you...right there through whatever emotion you are in...right there, closer than a brother, letting you know it's alright.
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Truth of Joy!

2012-01-12T10:48:00.002-06:00

"What is truth?"
The question has been around for as long as we can recall.
Even Pilate asked Jesus the very question!
"I write with confidence as the Holy Spirit inspires and instructs me."
That very statement may irritate some, but it is truth. I have had no formal training in fundamental English or verse, yet these poems flow from me for some reason. That's the truth.
Another truth is that in spite of the disasters going in in the world and even in my own life, I can have joy. There is a certain type of joy one can possess that is untouchable by situations of this life.
Do you have that joy?

Joy--so overflowing-
and Jesus is the Source!
That 'noise' so very deep within-
what an awesome force!
The very power of His Blood
confidently known
causes His rejoicing to
become my very own!

Hallelujah! Blessed be
the Lord--for He is God!
Hallelujah! Hear the hosts
of Heaven now applaud!
Hallelujah! Naught could hinder
praise from everyman!
Everlasting Joy! It is
the Father's very plan!

"Joy unspeakable..." but will I
endeavor to record
that happiness so deep within
none other to afford!
Jesus Christ-so deep within
that nothing will dissuade;
thus, so very confident
have I been surely made!

That confidence. That Joy. That TRUTH. No other source but Jesus Christ!
Whatever comes my way, I have Him in my heart to help me handle it and still retain that joy.
Get that joy for your own!
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Don't give up!

2012-01-11T14:45:00.003-06:00

How great it will be when we reach that Place where there will be no limits!
Where our abilities are not dictated by our physique!
There is a time coming when there will be no more pain. Jesus promised us that!
Oh, what a day that will be...

What a day that will be,
there in that perfect Place,
where we will see with our own eyes
Jesus, Lord of Grace!
Every reason will be clear
for all that we go through;
The change will be so wonderful,
and all things will be new!
No more need for crying there,
not any pain at all!
The chains we know from this old life
forever are to fall!
The memories of all abuse...
the scars of injury...
and pain-its each and every form-
there nevermore will be!

Oh, to think of that great day
there in that Perfect Place!
Oh, to be with Jesus Christ
who saves us by His grace!
Oh, to suffer not again
at all from anything,
but to celebrate our Jesus-
as He reigns as King!

Yes, what a day that will be
there in that Perfect Place!
How many are the ones who wait
for us to run the race?
See them as they cheer us on
through that which yet remains...
"Press on, press on, My people!""
says the One Who bore our stains!

"Even so, come quickly, Lord Jesus!"

Are you of that number that is looking forward to a time of refreshing in a place where there is no pain or sorrow?
There are so many who would declare that they have suffered enough pain in this life. If you are among those, I beseech you "Don't give up!"
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THE Peace

2012-01-08T22:14:00.003-06:00

Can any poet find the words
to know the peace I know?
How many persons know the path
that I so freely go?
What are the results of any
quest you undertake?
All of it is fruitless unless
Jesus is the take!

Oh, the peace that I enjoy
in spite of any day!
Though a poet I remain,
what more can this man say?
Jesus-my serenity, yes,
Jesus Christ-my Peace!
All the stresses in this life...
in Him have I release!

Peace-His Name is Jesus-He
defies mine every word!
I only have to speak His Name,
oh yes, what peace occurred!
No need for any other, as
there be none to replace!
Jesus Christ-Prince of Peace-
the Father's gift of grace!

Peace. His Name is Jesus.
Do you know Peace?
Whatever you read from this writer, it is my prayer that it all points you toward Jesus Christ-THE Prince of Peace!
When you get there, you will see, too, that His peace is so often beyond words!
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Conversation

2012-01-04T12:44:00.004-06:00

"Talk to me, Lord Jesus, I need
once more hear Your voice;
that sound that causes peace inside
and makes me to rejoice!
Your words are always perfect,
so old and always new;
Your message is refreshing even
as the morning dew!

Converse with me again, my Savior,
life to be addressed.
Straighten out the situations
I seem to have messed.
Your wording is so careful,
so healing and direct;
everything You say to me
I certainly respect!

Talk to me, Lord Jesus,
I am still and I will hear.
I will heed what You will say,
for life, it is severe!
You know exactly what to do
in every situation;
Talk to me, oh Lord...for it
is MORE than 'conversation!'"

Talking with Jesus. Conversing with God, Himself! Talk about 'redeeming the time!'
As you begin the new year, make sure that talking with God is part of your daily life. He loves hearing from you!
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More than Emotion

2012-01-04T12:17:00.003-06:00

Have you done anything 'new' now that it is a 'new' year?
What about more time with God?

"O God, that I might understand
the fullness of Your grace!
It's far more than mere 'feeling' as
I look into Your face!
I am adopted to Yourself
due Jesus' perfect love;
Your mercies, they envelope me, God,
even as a glove!
Your tender mercies, o my God,
but WHO could comprehend?!
The love You have for each of us,
it shall not ever end!
The Place You have prepared for us
because of Your great grace
there, the reason for Your Gift-
will any man embrace?

O God, will ever anyone
perceive Yourself complete?
Each time in Your Presence is
my wonderment replete!
Only to refresh, refill
the heart of me to cry
and take that which You give to me
to man and prophesy!"

Time in the Presence of God Most High--it is time essential...MOST essential! Even if You get to His throne and have nothing to say, just listen to Him!
I promise you that you will not regret it!
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Possession

2012-01-01T14:58:00.003-06:00

In The Presence once again,
sitting at His feet.
The love that's present in this place
makes all of life complete!
There is no location to
compare to such as this;
make each and all assurance that
this place is not to miss!

In the Presence of The King
and Royalty about.
In the splendor of this place
I want to sing and shout!
But silence is to captivate
and awe to overtake!
Jesus Christ--all adoration
is for His own sake!

Oh, the Presence...oh, the Glory...
oh, behold the grace!
Take His fullness deep inside,
nothing to replace!
Make Jesus Christ your everything
and live by His commands;
be, unto your dying world,
His living, reaching hands!

Jesus is alive inside of you, and you are alive inside this world. What are you going to do?
There is a lost and dying world out there...they hunger and thirst for what you possess!
Go ye unto all the world...
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THE Beginning!

2012-01-01T14:42:00.003-06:00

The Lord, oh what beginning--
so glorious, so new!
Everything the past contains
is left back in the dew...
The glory of His Majesty
is newer everyday,
and all alive inside His Blood
have something new to say!

"Our Redeemer is alive!
His living overflows
to each and every person that,
His Blood-redemption, knows!
Even flowing through them to
a starving, thirsty world;
the Lord-His great beginning-unto
mankind be unfurled!"

The Lord! O what beginning-
Begin with Him today!
There be no greater 'living' than
the Truth, the Life, the Way!
Know Him as your Savior, and then
know Him as your ALL!
Jesus Christ-no other 'lord-'
oh hearken to His call!

Happy New Year!
Did you break your resolution already?
Instead of a 'resolution,' how about a fresh commitment to serving God and living the life that He has planned for you? You are ordained!
Jesus is THE Way...no matter what the calendar declares.
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What do YOU see?

2011-12-30T07:40:00.003-06:00

Watching morning develop...
those upon the wing escorting it along...(MANY upon the wing!)
As they amass, their words become a discussion, then discussion becomes a cacophony of praise that cannot be reproduced!
Are they talking about the colors that The Artist used to create the eastern dawn?
Are they reminding each other how wonderful the Artist's provisions are?
Again, the discussion becomes clamorous as they eventually pass...onto the next piece of land that needs reminding.
What are the noises of your morning declaring? Are they murmuring about yet another day at the grind, or are they rejoicing over another opportunity to serve God and watch Him work?

Morning comes so beautiful and new;
many lives join in to see the view!
So glorious, the anthem life would raise!
So worthy, The Creator, of our praise!

What do you see in your morning? Is it just another day...filled with the mundane? It can be a glorious new day filled with beholding the hand of God in as many places as you allow!
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What about Jesus?

2011-12-29T14:57:00.004-06:00

Until the whole world hears
I will glorify His Name!
And when the whole world hears,
I am going to do the same!
And when this world disappears
I will see Him face-to-face,
and Christ will wipe away all tears
as He holds me in embrace!

The splendor of my King-
it makes all of my being sing!
The glory of His love-
the world around is so full of!
Identify the Lord-
His grace can everyman afford!
For Jesus only, live!
Life eternal will He give!

The year comes to an end.
A lot of folks will be reflecting and recollecting on...
What will stand out as 'crucial' in your life?
Have you done anything for Jesus?
Have You done anything with Jesus?
Jesus is alive and well. What are you going to do about it?
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Celebrating yet...

2011-12-26T11:14:00.003-06:00

"Day after Christmas."
What does it mean to you...to society...to culture?
Despite the emotions it may conjure, there is still a celebration Somewhere:

Choirs without number and
so varied in the voice
delivering that message that
is true and greatest choice!
All Heaven to react as they
would serenade the King!
Join with them! Give all your breath!
SING, CREATION, SING!

Jesus and His glory as
His day is come once more...
Jesus and His glory--all
eternity is for!
Jesus and His glory! Join
the everlasting song!
The melody, for it will last
as ages roll along!

Christmas come and go?
Christmas yet residing
in the hearts of the redeemed,
holy and exciting!
We celebrate the King of Kings,
come in such low estate,
and hail Him as our ONLY king
so good and oh so great!

Jesus IS!
Surely He has come. Surely He has lived. Surely He has died. Surely He is yet alive and inviting one and all to realize that Christmas is not just one day per annum!
Celebrate Jesus Christ everyday...all day long...constantly! He is worthy!
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Christmas Day...

2011-12-25T18:40:00.003-06:00

"Happy Birthday, Jesus!"

Is this day any different from the rest?
It has been at this house. Look at what time this message is reaching you.
There was a visitor at our house today for the first Christmas ever! Our grandson Theo!
How about at your house? Was anything different?
I truly pray that all of the 'differences' that this year held were for the good.
God has a way of doing that...when you let Him.

I sure hope that each one of you that have signed up for these messages is enjoying this day and the fullness of Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior of the soul!
Thank you each for your support, and MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Jim

Wish List

2011-12-23T12:56:00.004-06:00

"All I want for Christmas is...
Lord, I know that You know all things and can provide all things, but don't you ever tire of listening to me ask for 'stuff?'
Lord, what do YOU want for Christmas? It's YOUR birthday!
How about peace on earth?
I heard one person say "Jesus can do all things, so if there is going to be 'peace on earth,' He is the One to make it happen."
What kind of 'things' do You desire, Lord?
Am I living the kind of life that will produce those 'things?'
Lord, please help me be what You want me to be. I yield myself now.
Please help me to do that which You want done. I avail myself anew.
Please help me to deny my self and once again be used in the events that You have planned.

All I want for Christmas is...
too much more than I need!
All I want is You, Lord, to
ensure that I be freed
from my addiction to the 'stuff'
that matters not at all!
Though none of it be 'evil,'
it may interfere with 'call.'

'All I want for Christmas...' it is
nothing to desire
when I think of You, Lord, and
the fullness You require!
Free me from the 'want' for more
that I might realize
that You are greater than my want
and right before my eyes!"

Talk to Jesus about your 'wish list.'
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Light of the World

2011-12-23T12:26:00.004-06:00

Do you know that your light shines in a dark world?

Light one candle that it may shine
and never be consumed...
light one life that it may live
that life may be resumed...
light one heart that it may love
and therefore reproduce...
light the path that you are on
and, therefore, be of use!

The Light is Jesus, and He has come into the world that it may be saved.
Do you know Him, or do you just know of Him?
Know Him as your Savior and so let your Light be one that affects your whole world!
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Reality

2011-12-21T15:29:00.004-06:00

One of my readers pointed out that yesterday's message, "Christmas Somewhere," is not necessarily that far away. She mentioned something that is on my heart, but has not been addressed much as of yet: that person that is celebrating 'alone' does not have to be across the oceans...they may be just across the street.
Is there someone in your neighborhood that is alone this Christmas? It is especially painful if this is their first Christmas alone.
Most of us have the ability to do something about that. It may be as simple as inviting them over to your celebration of Jesus. It may change their whole Christmas.
Will you reach out with me?

In HIS Service,
Jim

Christmas Somewhere...

2011-12-20T06:22:00.003-06:00

Gathered at the Christmas Tree...what a blessing each year!
Of course, the greatest blessing pertains to another tree, and the one we see each December is symbolic of it.
There are some, however, that will be alone where they are.
Let us not forget to pray for them.

At the Christmas Tree alone;
a fraction of what has been known.
It's fullness, though, to represent
as they recall why they are sent...

Alone around a Christmas Tree,
huddled by a branch or three;
memories, the only gifts
as, through the rubble, each one sifts...

A Tree erected where they can
to celebrate a single Man.
Whatever vestige of The Man
and His One redemption plan.
No choirs singing in the street...
no loved ones at the door to meet...
no children playing at their feet--
a mission have they to complete.
A mess hall for a dining room...
a radio to break the gloom...
yet they make the very most-
faithful to their every post!

At a Christmas Tree alone-
for some, the first time it is known,
for all, however, do we pray
for God's protection Christmas Day!
Each remain secure in heart
as they carry out their part;
Protect them, Father, as they serve;
give each the Christmas they deserve.

There are those with loved ones yet 'over there;'
there are some whose loved ones will not be returning. Christmas will be different this year.
Let us each be sensitive to this and reach out.
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In the early Early...

2011-12-15T09:27:00.003-06:00

Silence by the Christmas Tree-
too numerous, the thought;
very few be recollections
there of something 'bought;'
front and center be the love
of family and Lord;
regardless of the 'merchandise'
it's always time adored!
This time of seeing Jesus,
once again, so old...so new!!
The details of The Miracle
to silence in the dew...
knowing of the love involved
of all who gather near,
Christmas comes to life anew
and even much more dear!

Silence by the Christmas Tree
with Jesus here beside.
In conversation with my Lord-
the best of 'seasontide!'
Shut the bustle out to focus
on the center of
the reason for The Holiday-
Jesus, King of Love!

Again, I encourage each of you, don't let the 'commercial' rob you of the essential: time with Jesus during His birthday! It is the most affordable gift you can give or receive, yet some completely overlook it...if not flat-out ignore it!
Spend some quiet time with Jesus this Christmas.
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Light!

2011-12-14T15:22:00.003-06:00

"Light of the world that cannot fade,
eternity, in You, is made!
All of life desires You:
the One Illumination true.

O Light that nothing may affect,
in all of this life we reflect
upon the constant that You are-
so far away, and never far!

Light of the world and nothing less,
Your lumen is to ever bless
the steps of us that You ordain:
life...and never is it plain!

Light of all and evermore,
You're all that we are living for
and we keep reaching to that day
when we will see Your Light for aye!"

The Light of Christmas is Jesus!
Make sure YOU have Him inside of you to keep your Christmas AND your whole life aglow!
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Same Difference?

2011-12-14T15:08:00.003-06:00

Nothing is the same...
changes, they are not...
that which has ever always been,
for it shall be our lot!

Yesterday...today...tomorrow...
even from now on,
God was, He is and He will be,
in spite of what goes on!

Nothing is the same, for life
is new and constantly!
Sing life unto Him! He is worthy!
God, Creator He!

"Nothing new beneath the sun..."
It was even so as far back as the Bible..the Old Testament! But that should not stop us from EXPECTING God to be newer everyday and looking for what He is going to do next!
Do you have such expectancy inside of you?
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The Righteous!

2011-12-14T14:39:00.003-06:00

"Your absolute integrity-
God, who could understand?
You proceed with purity
as I, before You, stand!
You look upon me with Your eyes,
but judgment is not yet;
only outright sanctity
from You will this man get!

You listen to me with intent;
still, no decision be.
You will not come to an assessment
til, my heart, You see!
Righteousness--it is the belt
about Your very Being,
therefore, my reality
is all that You are seeing!

There is NOT another God-
nothing else compares!
Not a thing known unto Us,
Your righteousness, impairs!
You cannot look upon me lest
Your Son stands in between;
for I must don His purity
if I am to be seen!

Your righteousness is tantamount
if I am to commune.
O purify these filthy rags, Lord,
that I be immune!"

Do I pray to be 'righteous?'
The Word declares that "there is none righteous, no, not one!"
Is that a license, therefore, to be unrighteous? Of course not!
I must strive in all that I am to be more like Jesus every day! It is a journey, not just a destination. And since we are commanded to do so, it surely must be possible.
Join me in such pursuit.
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Declaration

2011-12-14T14:26:00.003-06:00

"Beautiful beyond description.
There is nothing to compare You to, therefore I must leave all things behind as I enter into Your Presence.
Nothing to compare You to...
Nothing to compare to You...
Comparison, therefore, becomes offensive!
Beautiful Father...glorious Father...
Lord, do I therefore offend You as I come?
The volumes of grammar seeking to describe You?
Does my craft and calling hinder me from more of You?
NOT SO!
For if I truly believe (and I do!) that these words are inspired by the Holy Spirit, the same cannot be offensive!
For You have gifted me, and I shall return this gift to You and the masses by using it for Your glory and Your cause!
Beautiful beyond description: my God and the way You ordain Your Chosen!"
9/12

The Light

2011-12-14T14:18:00.003-06:00

As The Light approaches...

Shades attempt to scatter in the dew-
they have no purpose in the light anew;
gone to be all persons of the same;
a waste of time be mentioning of name.

Shades and shady people disappear
as The Light approaches and stays here!
Keep The Light--the same, He will keep you,
illuminating everything you do!

Jesus Christ is the Light of the world! When He is near, darkness cannot survive!
Stay in The Light! Study and follow His commands, and your path shall always be illuminated!
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Departure

2011-12-14T14:00:00.004-06:00

Goodbye to you, I finally arrove.
Before is but a great and grander trove!
Do I consider "wasted," time before?
NO WAY! For it has brought me to this door!

Goodbye to you, I finally advance.
I've heard the music, now I get to dance!
The freedom I have heard for now so long,
I taste...and none shall tell me it is wrong!

Goodbye to you...I finally am free!
Not any kind of shackle knowing me!
Rewards, they are for greater, this I know,
but unto Christ alone now I will go!

Yes, there are treasures waiting in Heaven for us that not even a poet could express, to great to even imagine! But first, I WANT TO SEE JESUS!!
We will have all eternity to spend enjoying the 'things' that are said to be 'stored up' for us, but spending time with Jesus is still at the top of my list.
What about you?
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Birthright

2011-12-14T12:45:00.003-06:00

"At such a time as this..."
When all the world around may only see a baby in some hay, His Own see Jesus as The Greatest Gift of all from THE Loving God!

Fall in adoration of Him,
Jesus Christ alone!
Affirm His Lordship! Freely love
the Lamb upon the Throne!
The Lord-for He is God and He
is worthy of all praise;
for He is Life beyond this life
where are no longer days!

"Jesus, all eternity
is satisfied in You,
and it shall take eternity
to render what is due!
A debt that I could never pay
is settled--it is sealed;
and, glory, it eternity,
the same shall be revealed!"

Holy...holy...glory...glory...
beautiful is He!
All creation, all bow down
to the One and Three!
There is not another God,
none other is the same!
"An honor and a privilege
it is to bless Your Name!"

So very fortunate are those belonging to Jesus Christ!
There are benefits to such that are provided nowhere else, and attained through nothing else!
Give your heart to Jesus and live life to the full!
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Joy to the Lord!

2011-12-14T12:12:00.004-06:00

Joy to the Lord--the One of joy--
He dances over us!
He looks at God and points at you
and makes a joyous fuss!
Rejoicing over us, He plots
and plans our good always.
Submit to God; commit to give Him
each and all your ways!

Joy to the Lord--the One of Grace--
He gave what we could not.
Because of Who and What He is
eternal life we've got!
If you have given Him your heart,
He has it for His Own;
and all your days are settled!
Your eternity is known!

Joy to the Lord--the One of life--
and that abundantly!
Give to Him--He multiplies
in ways that cannot be!
Through Him, you will give, and it
is given unto all!
Joy to the Lord--it is the season--
hearken to His call!

Sure, there are vestiges of Jesus all around right now, because it is Christmas! But should we not be CELEBRATING Him all year long? Look what He does for us ALL YEAR LONG! He celebrates you and I!
Jesus Christ is worth our time, our talents, our very lives!
Spend your life celebrating Jesus...not just Christmas!
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Steps

2011-12-13T10:57:00.003-06:00

A lonely manger in a field somewhere?
Just another baby?
Hmmm...

All the steps that had to be-
BUT GOD already knows...
His love, His mercy, His concern-
BUT GOD, without end, shows...
All the best that He possesses
gives He unto all-
He has the steps of all your life
securely in His call!

All the steps that had to be
are ordered and secure;
if there be silence in that place,
how many can endure?
All the steps that have to be,
they have an order, too;
the leaders in the highest places...
God knows what to do!
He raises up, He razes down,
He blesses, He deposes;
not everything inside His call
is going to come up roses!

All the steps inside this life,
they are completely known-
He is The Maker of this life-
commit to Him Your own!

God is life!
All that Jesus endured was known and ordained on a date that we cannot fathom!
He has a specific purpose for you and this life that you are living in!
He loves you so much that he even has your days ordered!
Are you willing to submit and live that sure path?
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Atmosphere

2011-12-11T14:22:00.001-06:00

Rain continues falling...
God continues calling...
His voice is even over every storm!
His words are always certain.
Whenever we are hurtin'
He comes as healing in so many form!
The weather matters not.
His Presence we have got.
His touch-it is the panacea ever!
The weather comes and goes...
but this, each child knows:
He will leave us never, no, not ever!

Jesus never fails.
No matter what situation you may find yourself in, He is right there.
No matter how black the clouds are...
No matter how wickedly the winds are blowing...
No matter how shaky the ground is beneath your feet...Jesus is right there!
Trust Him.
Depend on Him.
Jesus never fails!
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First Word

2011-12-11T14:06:00.003-06:00

Early once again...

So beautiful the day,
quiet as of yet...
dew upon the land to glisten-
scarcely is it wet;
How many are the birds that are
to herald morning tide?
How many colors on the wing?
Creation to confide!

"Beautiful, ye day at hand;
what life, what life awaits!
There are some that just cannot wait
to get out of the gates!
But wait! Take but a moment to
behold Creator God!
In the silence of the morn,
hear land and limb applaud!

So beautiful, the day, and oh
so long the list of tasks.
But start the day with God! For He
responds to Him Who asks!
How many are the evidences
of His Presence nigh?
As many as the heart receives
while voices prophesy!

Prophecy happens.
Voices happen.
Are you receptive?
Pay attention and join creation as God is being glorified!
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Gift of Joy

2011-12-11T13:27:00.003-06:00

Joy.. joy...joy!
It is a gift come with a price. Hmmm...oxymoron?
The gift of joy is free because someone already paid for it.
It is a gift given of the greatest love to ever be!
It is a gift...
The writer could use volumes to record, relate, depict the gift of God in Jesus Christ, but until one experiences this gift personally, they may remain 'just words.'
Know Jesus! Know the life that He is for yourself!

Christmas and the world is reacting.
Christmas, what a gift from God Most High!
Christmas--it is God come dwell among us:
it is Jesus come for you and I!
Much more than fancy packages
beneath a gilded tree...
greater than the fortune that
is spent by such as we...
more than merely several weeks
that culminate each year...
Christmas--it is Jesus Christ--
hold Him oh so near!

Christmas, and the world is reacting-
how will you react unto the world?
We must be there for them with our Savior-
His mercy, love and grace to be unfurled!
Christmas and the world is reacting-
they are crying out for Christ the Son!!
In the honest spirit of the season,
cry out to God "Your will, not mine, be done!"

"Joy to the world."
That is the gift we have and our assignment.
Make sure that Jesus is front and center as you live Christmas!
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The "Season"

2011-12-10T12:39:00.003-06:00

Merry everyday?
Two ways to look at it:
1. The world has made Christmas 'just another day.'
2. Jesus is worth celebrating everyday as much as He is celebrated...should be celebrated this time of year.
Let us see to it that the latter is true, but do not miss the opportunity to shine Him through our lives as we go through this 'season!'

In the bustle of the season,
let us not forget THE reason:
Jesus Christ is born to us this day!
We celebrate His special birth
as we dream of peace on earth,
by sending alms and offerings His way.
"A precious Babe in Bethlehem"
is how the world envisions Him,
humble, in a manger, meek and low...."
But "Regal and Omnipotent...
just, and yet compassionate,"
is how, this little manger Child, I know!
And deeper knowledge so reveals
that way this humble servant feels
about the Savior Whom this day is for:
I love Him more than anything!
He makes my heart and soul to sing!
And I will reverence Him forevermore!

So, gazing on The Child yonder,
make our every sense to ponder
HE'S NO LONGER ON THAT BED OF HAY!
He is alive in majesty
and waiting for The Trump is He
to come and take His Bride, the Church, away!!

In 'season' and out, be ye ready for that Trumpet blast!!
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Brrrr...

2011-12-08T08:52:00.003-06:00

IT'S COLD!!
I don't know how your December is so far, but it sure dropped here in just a few days!
On a day like today, it is so wonderful to remember Whose I am, to lean into Him and feel His love!

Separated once again,
his purposes alone...
in a place of glory,
a position to atone;
His pleasure and His bidding-
my calling and my cause;
before our appointment
He rids me of my flaws.

How wonderful to be where you're appointed...
how wonderful, doing the anointed...
naught allowed to hinder what is right;
Jesus Christ--mine all and my delight!

Time alone with God at such a time as this.
Very rewarding.
Have you been here lately? Don't let anything stop you...not even the weather!
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Irritations

2011-12-07T09:41:00.004-06:00

So many are the issues
that seek to steal our joy;
so very many obstacles
attempting to annoy...
But One have we to stable us
upon the Narrow Way,
His Name, His Name is Jesus Christ
and He is all my stay!

So very many issues,
they are but irritations;
I do not have to give them place
because I have Relation!
Jesus--He is overcoming
all of this for me!
I only have to speak His Name
and stand in victory!!

"So very many issues..."
but Jesus, He is more!
His glory and His majesty
but my resolve be for!
The many irritations
are temporary so;
and He will keep me from the storm
or, through it with me, go!

"Irritations--" blessings in disguise?
Jesus Christ alone to know the wise!
Cling to Him! Cling to Him through it all!
O so glorious, His settled call!

Jesus paid it all.
He knows all you are going through at all times.
Somehow, (somehow?) those issues and irritations will be used for His glory and your benefit.
I don't know how, I only know that it is true.
Trust Jesus!
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CORRECT?!

2011-12-06T11:56:00.003-06:00

Christmas...
CHRISTmas...
Christmas season, or Christmas way of life?
It must be more than one day!
It MUST be more than seasonal!
Our celebration of Jesus must not only be more than any of that, it must be VISIBLE!!
Can this world SEE Jesus in you?

See and hear the season changing,
winter draweth nigh...
It is certainly a thing to 'feel,'
and known unto the eye;
but just how 'seasonal' is Jesus
in all of our living?
He must be 'something' each of us
so constantly are giving!

Is there enough of Christ within
for you to give away?
Surely there are those who need Him
all about your day!
Hungry...thirsty...suffocating...
Jesus is The Way!
And we are charged with sharing Him...
how many will obey?

We are to be overflowing
in and out of season!
We are living vessels, yes,
and Jesus is the reason!
We may not be popular,
or even deemed 'correct,'
but we contain the Life of which
each heart must intersect!

Christmas. LIVE WITH IT!
CHRISTMAS--give it away!!
(It's o.k.)
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Christmas Glory!

2011-12-05T09:50:00.004-06:00

Decorations going up...
Prices going down...(really?)
Busy...busy...busy...
But there is more! Celebrate it with me...

Praise to the God, Creator of
our Savior--Christ the Lord!
See Him through eternity-
the ages have adored!
He is the Son of Righteousness,
admire Him always!
In and out of season give
to Jesus Christ all praise!

Praise to the Father of our Lord
Who saves us from all sin.
All glory unto Him Whose love
is ever to transcend!
He is celebrated--through
all life He is the same!
The wonder of His holiness
eternally proclaim!

Praise to God Almighty!
All ye living bring Him laud!
He is Christmas! He is Jesus!
Celebrate! Applaud!
'Tis but the culmination of
a year inside His grace!
See the Baby...see the Savior...
see God face-to-face!

Praise to The God--the only One
Who is life and alive.
At the fullness of the manger
see that you arrive!

The FULLNESS of Christmas. Savor it. Enjoy it.
IT IS JESUS!!
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In the Glory

2011-12-03T10:57:00.003-06:00

The glory and the majesty
in the house to know!
So many are the avenues
the Spirit is to flow.
"Holy...holy...holy...holy..."
in the house throughout...
it sings above all inhibitions,
drowning fear and doubt!

O glorious! Ye song of holiness
we sing anew!
We taste of the sweet nourishment
and freshness of your dew!
"There is none like You!" But it
is once again our truth;
for You have seen us faithfully
but ever since our youth!

"Majesty...Holiness...
all glory is Your own!
You are the only song that
captivates our very tone!
Sing to us! Sing through us!
Be all that may be heard!
We so desire the fullness of You--
Jesus--Living Word!"

Sing His song, ye people! Allow Jesus to sing through you!
Are you an avenue of His message to your world?
He wants you to be!
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Morning Glory

2011-11-30T12:20:00.003-06:00

O Glory of the morning,
but what is time to You?!
Your light is shed but constantly...
how, then, is something new?
The Word of God is plain:
"There's nothing new beneath the sun..."
it yet goes on to say Your mercies,
never are they done!

O Glory of the morning,
can You be understood?
You declare Your Presence and
it's always for our good!
You shine upon our day, our deeds,
no matter what they be...
oh, be it true that ours will stand
the trials that must be!

O glory of the morning-
Jesus-Lord of all,
here we are, and we avail
ourselves unto Your call!
See that we be faithful in
that hour just ahead;
oh shine upon us as we bow
desiring to be led."

The days that are...times are going to get tough. Yes, it can be worse...and it will be.
Will you be able to stand firm through that which is ahead?
Reaffirm your commitment to Jesus...no matter what!
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Season?

2011-11-30T11:30:00.003-06:00

The season of giving...but there is more!
The season of gathering together...but there is more!
The season of restoring relationship...but there MUST be more!
What can there be to "season" that might last longer than a season?
What can there be to "Christmas" that lasts a lifetime...even eternally?
JESUS! It has to be Jesus!
Make Jesus central to this 'season' and it WILL BE most memorable!
To all of my family, friends and 'readers,' Jesus is the center of this man's life, and He is my wish to you and yours this 'season...' and always!!

"Jesus-You are surely more
than just a holiday!
Every moment in You, Lord,
I seek no other way!
I revel in the celebrations
come this time of year,
oh, but ever-constant be
the Source of Joy and Cheer!

Jesus-You are more than life,
and life is come from You!
We celebrate Your life because
You make all things anew!
We celebrate 'cause You are Lord-
God come to us all,
come 'in season,' yet availed
whenever we should call!

Lord Jesus Christ-more and more
than 'season' may contain!
You are Lord, and far beyond
all season is Your reign!
In that place where 'season,' it be
just a memory
You are alive and You sustain
the chosen such as we!"

When Christmas is over, is your attention to Him over for 11 months? I surely hope not! Be it true that 'Christmas' be just a culmination of celebrating Him all year long!
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Wonderful Calling!

2011-11-30T09:41:00.002-06:00

"I love to hear Your voice as You
affirm that I'm Your son!
I love the peace that life becomes
when You say "It is done."
Oh Lord, each affirmation come
from being by Your side
enables me to onward press;
I will not be denied!"

O wonderful relationship
with God--Almighty God!
The senses that are all this man
His attributes applaud!
He is so very personal
He is so very real;
the peace that is as He converses-
oh, what blessed feel!

"I love to hear Your voice, and I
respond unto the same.
How can I vocalize it when
You call me by my name?!
O wonderful relationship
availed unto all...
I am so very happy I
responded to Your Call!"

And so He calls to everyone...everyone!
The only matter is our response to that call.
Listen for Him and do all that you can to affirm His calling upon your life! It is wonderful!
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That Holy Place

2011-11-27T15:36:00.003-06:00

In the Presence of Almighty-
sheer transparency!
Are there any brave enough
to stand His Company?!
There is nothing that is hidden
in this holy Place;
there is nothing greater than
the love...the peace...the grace!

How beautiful it is to see His glory!
How wonderful to be in His embrace!
Jesus--there is nothing to approach Him!
Look into the fullness of His face!!

Look into the fullness of His face...can you?
Look into the eyes of Jesus. He longs for your company!
I can't understand that!! Jesus Christ is God and has everything, yet He desires to fellowship with us!
Go to that Holy Place often.
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Giving thanks

2011-11-23T14:53:00.003-06:00

Thanksgiving--is it but a holiday?
But I'm so thankful, crying out "NO WAY!"
So many reasons I, much thanks, to give!
It is an entire way to live!

O, the good that yet exists always.
For this, we are so thankful, and give praise.
The blessings-who could even know the count?
O, but praise and glorify the Living Fount!

Thanksgiving--o, but live in such a way
that it becomes a part of every day!
Give gratitude to God for everything!
Sing to Him, ye people! Boldly sing!

O so thankful unto God Most High.
He loves and favors such as you and I!
Obedience He asks for in return...
much thankfulness has this man yet to learn!

What about you? Have you mastered thankfulness?
Do you automatically give thanks to God in every situation?
I am a very grateful man.
I have yet a ways to go.
"Thank You, Father God."
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Live it!!

2011-11-23T14:10:00.002-06:00

Wealthy...
comfortable...
well-off...
Rich? It depends on who you ask.
Possessions? Meager...but certainly more than most!
No matter what 'state' you stop and consider yourself in, each of us have something to be thankful for.
How much effort does it take to realize this?

Living in a state of gratitude.
O, but let the very same exude
with every word or deed out of this man-
only life in Jesus ever can!

Is it difficult for you to see
this thankfulness that is a part of me?
To see it in your own life is a chore?
BUT GOD, He is the source of this, and more!
He will give you reasons to rejoice
and cause your words to be of grateful choice!
Tell Him that you need to his touch-
He will answer clearly and with much!

Living in a state of gratitude-
it is so much deeper than a 'mood!'
Live the way "The life...the Truth...the Way-"
gratitude, you'll always have to say!

More than a holiday...a way of life!
"Thank You, Father God!"
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Thanksgiving!

2011-11-23T11:21:00.003-06:00

"With every sunrise I behold,
so glorious and new,
I cannot help but sing out praise
and glory unto You!

With every day entrusted me
I'll do my best for You.
For there is not a greater calling
anyone can do!

With every day completed, I
shall thank You yet once more-
To glorify You all the day,
is what this life is for!"

"Thank You, God!"
"THANK YOU, FATHER GOD!"
Shout it from the depths, all ye people! For He is worthy of praise and gratitude, for all things good come from Him!
HE IS THANKSGIVING!
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Barista

2011-11-12T15:21:00.005-06:00

In an inconspicuous building in an unassuming neighborhood...

The brewer keeps a rhythm all his own
while the others purpose to be known;
rhythm, rhyme, reasoning and heart-
all combine for what be known as 'art.'

All the while, the master at his craft:
grinding...brewing...at his post 'til aft.'
Do any recognize his artistry,
or is he just a part of peasantry?

Behind the counter, in a one-man show,
it is a place the spotlight does not go.
He is secure in his craft and call-
and grace is surely on his life to fall!

Passion-it is more than recognition;
joy-it is its own reward!
Skill-it is come from that combination.
For all three give thanks unto the Lord!

Sanctuary

2011-11-12T15:14:00.002-06:00

What is it.
So beautiful, that sanctuary we call 'church.'
Where is it? What is it?
Does it always have four walls? If so, I missed it!
Be it truly 'sanctuary,' then I'm afraid that others have missed it, too.
So beautiful sanctuary.
It is NOT just a building! It is wherever Jesus meets with you!
It is wherever HE sets up residence!
It is that blessed place where we find His Presence.
It is that place He takes me to in order to experience Him!
Find sanctuary.
It is beautiful!

"This is Awesome!!"

2011-11-12T14:57:00.003-06:00

Deeper than 'congregation...'
faces, hands, hearts, souls...gathered in one place.
Location...location?
BUT GOD!! This is an abandoned garage!!
This is in "THAT part of town..."
These are...normal people...congregating!
Forget the church 'sign...' Forget the church 'name...'
this IS The Church!
Faces...hands...hearts...souls...all gathering to worship You!
Dare I say "congregating?!"
This is beautiful! No one is asking for 'doctrine,' they are all seeking You!
They are smiling...talking...laughing...not arguing. It's beautiful!

But God, what if they don't believe the way I do...

But God, what if they don't believe at all...

But God, what would Jesus do?

"Ask Him. He is right there in their midst!"

Overseer

2011-11-12T14:38:00.003-06:00

"You know that I am prone to wander,
I am led to stray;
yet, "somehow," You stable me
upon the Narrow Way;
so many opportunities
are afforded me,
yet, "somehow," the very best,
it is eventually.

So often are Your purposes
seemingly obscured;
and yet, my Lord, Your plan for my life
always is occurred;
not as I imagine,
nor as I desire,
yet You "somehow" receive the glory
when it's known entire!

Lord, for oh the ages that
"Your ways are not our ways!"
So high above, superior...
yet all of me You raise!
No matter, Lord, how many are
the times I seem to drift,
there You are, with open arms,
my very soul to lift!"

God knows that I belong to Him and He protects His belongings.
He knows the things that tempt me. He knows the 'things' that bid me sway.
Too, He is greater than them all and He is right there to provide a way of escape for me!
Trust Him! He can do the same for you!
If you cannot trust Him, tell Him that! He is big enough to take it, and He can get You to that place where You can trust Him.
7235

Busyness

2011-11-12T13:27:00.003-06:00

Oh, so busy!
Work...family...church...God...not necessarily in that order.
But I do have an escape. A temporary retreat from everything...

Because I am invited,
I go into the Court.
I am even beckoned as,
my heart, would He exhort!
So awesome is this Holy Place,
my words are of no use;
to record our rendezvous
would almost smack 'abuse!'
But once more I'm transported
to the Holy Place
where nothing is invisible
and valuable is grace.
Here to be referred to by
a new name, and quite rare-
I know exactly what He means
with all that He would share!

What blessed invitation-
it is for one alone.
Individually, each one,
into the Court is known.
For all that dare approach here,
for sure, will they abound
as, but the deepest of accord,
could, in this Place, be found!

Find yourself in that Place!
The invitation is open to one and all...IF you have the courage, perseverance, faith and time to go.
7234

Those people...

2011-11-11T08:26:00.004-06:00

Who can know the depth of their emotions?
Only one whose been there in their shoes!
Who can figure out the way they figure?
Only everyone whose 'paid their dues!'
They stop whenever there's a convoy passing...
they bow at every patriotic song;
they deserve our every thanksgiving!
They are the reason freedom moves along!

Who can know the memories they carry?
Again, how do the same affect each life?
The discipline, the character within them,
developed through a period of strife.
Can that person know the thanks within me
that I contain for everything they've done?
Do they know that I respect them greatly
and that I pray for them in Christ, the Son?

I watch the leaves, so peacefully cascading...
I watch in peace because of veterans' deeds.
I watch and pray for each of them this morning,
pray that God would meet all of their needs!

I am so grateful!
We need to reach that place where each of us are grateful for what our veterans do for this country, and stop moaning and arguing over them for following orders.
Pray for them. They need our prayers.
Thank them. They deserve our gratitude...EVERY DAY!
7233

MORE!

2011-11-10T11:02:00.003-06:00

Oh, the glory of creation. But God is more.
You see pages, even volumes from this man about the beauty of His creation. But He is so much more!
I can use all kinds of words and phrases to describe His creation and His touch, but unless you know Him and His touch on a personal level, these may only be a pile of words!
All of these verses will be gone someday, but God will go on. Will you go on with Him?
These words will be forgotten easily, but there are some words that will be remembered forever: your verbal commitment asking Jesus into your heart!
Have you done that yet?
You have to in order to have your sins forgiven and make it into Heaven. But there is more!!
It's not just 'fire insurance,' it's a whole new level of life abundant!
Though I be a man of words, there are just some things too wonderful and too complex for words. Such is living a life dedicated to following Jesus!
Do you want more?

Rider

2011-11-10T10:44:00.003-06:00

Riding on the rays of morning
through the glory dawn,
God the Father, God Creator,
settles on the lawn.
He's waiting there to walk with me,
He's anxious to converse;
He desires to hear the things
that I cannot rehearse.
So, in the dew of morning,
at anybody's pace,
He talks to me and listens as
He looks into my face.
He understands the things that others
cannot comprehend;
what else should I expect from One
Who calls me His own friend?

Again, the morning beckons...
no way shall I refuse!
Time with God Almighty has
so many revenues!
Not the least, the healing of
just being in His space;
Call upon Him for yourself,
your morning to embrace!

What a way to start the day!
Though God is right here with me at all times, to see the rays of morning bids me see Him arriving to greet me! GLORIOUS!
See Him for yourself!
7232

Glorious!

2011-11-09T17:51:00.004-06:00

So beautiful, the morning,
so tranquil and so still...
Without color be the sky?
Look deeper if you will.
Dramatic, its appearance,
and promising far more!
To frame the spectrum of the fall
was it created for!

Yes, beautiful, the morning,
and glorious, as well!
Words and verses from the poet
is it to compel!
Even to entice the writer
nearer unto God,
as the branches yet remaining
break out and applaud!

"Morning...oh so glorious,
beautiful and new,
we glorify Creator God
for orchestrating you!
Continue to display the glory
we appreciate,
every one of our own senses
thus to stimulate!"

Not a morning person?
You don't know what you're missing!
7231

The Garden

2011-11-09T16:54:00.003-06:00

Life. It does many things to us.

What happened to the garden,
so beautiful and lush?
What happened to the music?
It's turned into a "hush."
Where have gone the ones attending
to the very seed?
But God, He knows the garden and
He knows its every need!

So glorious, the garden,
and can be, this I know!
If I but turn it over to Him,
He will make it grow!
Creator-He repairs, restores,
providing life alive;
therefore, the blossoms of the garden
faithfully arrive!

"What happened to the garden?"
Inquire ye the same!
But lean into the Gardener and
the power of His Name!
Jesus Christ--the only One
so worthy of our trust-
shield against the blazing drought
and every stormy gust!

The garden of life. Each of us live in one.
Who or what are you allowing to tend yours?
Does life do many things to you, or do you do things to life?
7230

Oh, so blessed!

2011-11-09T16:26:00.005-06:00

I am so blessed!
We are so blessed!
So very blessed are them that are able to proclaim how many years they have been married!
Is every day perfect? No.
Is there ever pain? Oh, yes!
Is it worth it? ABSOLUTELY!
GOD IS SO GOOD!
Join us in celebrating 30 years together.
Congratulate Debby for enduring 30 years with me.

How many are the memories behind us?
(How often have we vowed to not look back?)
Oh, but days are full of good and growing-
the promises of God--He is not slack!
Look at you, still the love of my life,
still so beautiful to look upon.
All the reasons I wanted to marry,
all of them continue to go on!

How many are the memories behind us?
Not as many as those yet ahead!
Not a thing has changed, my blessed Debby,
and there is not another I would wed!

Thank you, honey, for 30 years together.
Thank You, Jesus, for 30 years with her!
I am blessed!!
7229

Unhidden Treasure

2011-11-07T08:22:00.004-06:00

The leaves are a constant shower this morning.
How long does it take for one tree to lose everything?
I know. Until it is finished. The process is glorious, though!
God's perfect order. Established when?

How many are the verses that
would capture every shade?
A different color, (so it seems,)
is noticed or is made!
How many are the writers
good enough to capture such
and put it down upon a page
with the perfect touch?!

But again, the quest arises
on an autumn morn.
How can I contain the glory
constantly reborn!
What beautiful frustration!
What glorious ordeal-
to versify Creator God
and His artistic zeal!

The season and its carpet on the ground. A curse to some. A treasure to others.
I guess you know how this writer feels about it!
7228

Blessed Journey

2011-11-06T15:24:00.003-06:00

Going to Jesus.
Is it a journey?
If so, oh the wonders that await!

Blessed be the journey there,
where awaits that blest repair
that One, alone, could ever share
through the stripes that He did bear.

Never have I far to go,
those healing mercies for to know;
so freely does that One bestow
from the blessed crimson flow!
Healing for my body whole,
healing for my very soul,
my spirit, too, in His control-
oh, the Blood to be my goal!

Oh, the journey, never far,
no matter when or where you are,
if life is or is not ajar,
oh, blessed be our Morning Star!

Is it a journey?
For some of us, it takes a journey to realize that Jesus Christ is right there with us, all the time, every step of the way!
Enjoy His Presence as you go!
3302

Time changes...

2011-11-05T18:01:00.002-05:00

...but is that all that changes?
You change...but do I?
People change, but...nevermind.
The landscape changes...DEFINITELY!
Time changes, (don't forget!)
There is one constant: Jesus! The Word says that He is the same yesterday today and forever. You can depend on Him.
Jesus is the One constant in this life that we can cling to and never let go of!
Have you discovered that yet?

More than any riches that
the world might produce...
Jesus will remain after
the flames, they would reduce!
And in that Place so far above
the life we've come to know,
He will welcome us to reign
where time, it cannot go!
Jesus Christ, THE constant in
a world crying "Change!"
Take Him deep into Your heart
and let no thing estrange!

Life changes...
Let God help you through those changes "from glory to glory!"
7227

Turning...

2011-11-02T15:00:00.003-05:00

Autumn descending...one leaf at a time...sounds familiar...

the faint and the familiar
yet again to fall...
I turn around, before I know,
November comes to call!
How will be remembered
the time that has amassed?
Will only be the 'visible'
upon the memory cast?
But what have I done with Jesus,
the One Who saved my soul?
Did I explain to anyone
how life can be made whole?
Did I tell anyone the meaning
of true liberation?
Or how His own Blood supplies
health and restoration?

Seasons come and go in life-
do I affect the same?
Just if I exemplify
the Power in His Name!
Not only is life visible
in seasons on the land,
it is supplied to one and all
as we apply His hand!

Seasons come and go. God remains.
We can see how seasons affect life, ALL life, but God has a greater affect!
Will you share Jesus with someone today?
You never know what season they are going through.
7226

Prayer Request

2011-11-01T06:10:00.003-05:00

"I bring You my petition,
You take it as Your own.
Very soon, fruition
of each request is known.
Some answers are quite timely,
some others, not at all.
But this I know, each one of them
is known unto Your call.

So much of what I ask for
is selfish and unwise.
You see through my self and, thus,
the best I realize.
There's little explanation for
what You do and do not,
but this I know, the very best
is all that You have got!

You see me and You hear me,
You answer me always.
I will continue trusting You
and giving You all praise.
And You'll keep on supplying
what You see as the best.
You are the One Who answers prayer,
and we, the ones so blessed!"

Still praying for something?
Maybe God has answered it and His answer is not quite what you are looking for?
Don't stop praying, but don't put God in a box and expect His answer to be exactly on your terms.
7225

"Writer's block?"

2011-10-31T11:25:00.003-05:00

What to do when at a loss for something to write about?
Where to search for those elusive words and phrases?
JUST LOOK AROUND!
Just look outside!
Even now, as Autumn takes over!
Especially now, before it is all on the ground!
For God's beautiful creation is so inspiring...

Flickering with gentlest of breath,
clinging to dear life in face of death,
the leaves of every color occupy
until their one ascent in their own sky.
The radiance that each of them possess
everybody's vision is to bless!
Behold the glory of the autumn rite
before it is replaced by frigid white!

Look around. God's creation is replete with things to behold and be inspired by!
Even if it is but the descent of a loneliest oak leaf, it is life. Beautiful life!
Don't miss it!
God created it for a purpose. Try to obtain that purpose.
7224

Music

2011-10-30T13:25:00.004-05:00

There is a song inside of everyone.
What is the sound of yours?
If you want, God can affect that song and make it beautiful! Yes, He can cause beauty to rise up in you!!
Cry out to Him

"You are the words, You are the verse,
You are the very song!
You change our lives in ways that cause us
want to sing along!
In every situation,
in every locale,
You raise us to a higher place
and even raise morale!"

"The music, it is settled in your heart:
a song of which I am the greatest part!
The melody that gets you through the day-
Sing out! Sing out! Resound "I AM THE WAY!"

"You are the Song so deep within
that we must cause to rise!
Reasons that we have to sing
You make us realize.
So many are the causes that
we have to celebrate;
all because of You, oh God,
so beautiful, so great!"

Yes, there is a song within!
Give Him every part of your life and watch Him make a glorious piece!
7223

Ascent

2011-10-29T17:38:00.005-05:00

Back to the mountaintop.
The climb is often arduous, but the view is well worth it.
God waits for me up on the mountaintop.
I have been through the valley.
A lot of people would rather skip the valley, but that is where the fruit grows!
God is present in the valley.
Too often, we get so used to a certain 'place' or 'state' and tend to spend all of our time there. Such ought not to be.
God has a purpose for every place we are in life. Too, there may be a lesson there that He wants us to learn before He advances us.
This life is a journey. Don't avoid it!

How awesome is the mountaintop before me!
The views awaiting just beyond that crest!
The journey, it takes effort and it's tiring,
oh, but this I know: I WILL BE BLESSED!
Whatever be the sacrifice required,
it will be done that I may move ahead!
Gifts He has there waiting for the faithful,
them that are His chosen, Spirit-led!

Keep pressing on!
Don't give up. If you you need strength, ask Him for it!
If you are tired of climbing, rest for a moment, but don't give up!
The mountaintop is well worth it!
7222

In Spite of ME!

2011-10-28T09:28:00.003-05:00

Oh, so wonderful: no matter what life has or becomes, God remains faithful!

In spite of humanness,
You prosper and You bless.
Your faithfulness is wrought
even when mine is naught!

You're always there whenever I should call.
Even when I give less than my all;
even when I turn my back on You,
You're there, behind me-there to see me through.

The only fact that is clear-
You are there...and You are here!
And even when You are outright ignored,
You respond to us when we say "Lord..."
And I also know and understand
the presence and the moving of Your hand.
It's always there to prosper and to bless,
regardless of my blatant humanness!"

How great is our God!
He is so great that He can still love us and minister to us when we shun Him.
What a wonderful Savior!
He continues to love us even through WE crucified Him!
Do you know Him this way?
7221

THE Reason

2011-10-27T08:32:00.003-05:00

I am called according to His purpose.
I am ordained to herald Jesus Christ!
To tell all of the Good News of the Gospel,
to let them know that Jesus has sufficed!
No adding or subtracting from the Gospel
will make the Word of any more effect;
Jesus is the whole of our salvation;
each heart, at the Cross, must intersect!

Jesus--the desire of the ages;
Jesus--the requirement of God;
living in the Bible's hallowed pages,
the heart of every person to applaud!

I am called according to His purpose:
I must remind you, Jesus is The Way!
Not another name has our salvation!
Nothing greater to trust in or obey!
Know Him for Yourself and you will prosper!
Know Him in Your heart and you will live!
Give to Him your being in completeness,
in return, eternal life He'll give!

You are also called. There IS a reason for you being alive!
Give your heart to Jesus and find out what that reason is.
He makes all that difference in this world...and the next!
7220

Celebration Is

2011-10-23T13:44:00.004-05:00

I was at church early this morning.
After I made coffee, there was still time before class arrived for me to listen and write.
I am constantly amazed at how the Holy Spirit will give me words that are in direct agreement with what the morning sermon is going to be!

Celebration happens
regardless of our state.
It is beyond all circumstance
and it cannot wait!
For Jesus--He is worthy of
all laud and adoration,
and He is central to that constant
state of celebration!

Whatever be the circumstance,
eternity outweighs!
Amidst the issues I can dance
and sing His awesome praise!
Jesus--Savior of my soul
and Giver of all life,
enables me to rise above
all stresses and all strife!

Celebration happens
in spite of what goes on,
as I am reminded
"all of this will soon be gone!"
I don't have to avoid the things
that might cause irritation,
I go through them with victory
and onto celebration!

There may not be any celebrating in your life right now, but there is celebration. Jesus is celebrating because He is already there in that tomorrow when this situation is past and you have emerged victorious!
Try to focus on that with Him.
7219

Perfect Love!

2011-10-18T11:55:00.004-05:00

O, there is nothing like a love
that grace may comprehend!
O there is nothing like affection
that shall never end...
not a thing compares with passion
mercy oversees...
and there is no one like The Person
that is all of these!

Jesus! Oh, His Name is Jesus-
and He is that love!
All that He is in this life-
it fits me like a glove!
His Holy Spirit NEVER leaves,
He helps me to behave;
He is the One Who prompted me
cry out for Him to save!

O what love, so glorious,
beyond all word or verse.
And I will use this life to love,
(but only to rehearse!)
Eternity is calling me
and Love, it is The Way!
For there is love become perfected
as the ONLY stay!

"For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whosoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have everlating life!"
I'm a 'whosoever!' What about you?
7218

Back...again!

2011-10-18T11:43:00.004-05:00

Where am I?!
How did I get to this place?
I can't live like this...

Back again with Life alive
and Word, so living still!
I shall discover Truth again,
and receive God's will.
Blessed be the stories that are
far more than just "tale;"
recipes and formulas
that do not ever fail!

"Speak once more into my heart
the comfort and the peace!
Speak again, into my spirit,
ultimate release!
Remind, again, the soul of me,
assurance that can't fail!
And strengthen me as I am with You;
Lord, I am so frail!"

Back again with Life alive
and restoration true.
I am made complete again,
each facet to renew!
Jesus Christ--Living Word--
oh, there is none like You!
Here am I again, send me;
I'll do what You say to."

Back to the Bible. Back to the basics.
So easy it is to get distracted and caught up with life...only to avoid the greatest Life Manual there is: God's Living Word!
7217

SEIZE ME!

2011-10-18T11:25:00.003-05:00

In a foreign land...in a foreign house...but something is the same.
Too, something is incredibly new...fresh...beautiful!

"Seize the heart of me, oh God,
lest I would be estranged!
Take me in the place I am;
my Father, get me changed!
The gods that I have worshiped,
the idols I possess...
Rescue me! Deliver me,
so once more You can bless!

Seize the heart of me once more;
tear off the bogus veil!
I know that You see my facade;
to You, alone, I fail!
Peel the layers of the callous,
strip away the dross
so that, to word the Truth of You,
I never be at loss!

Seize the heart of me, oh God,
I turn away from all!
Purge the whole of me that I
be able for Your Call!
Beyond what I have known, what I've
been told, what I've been taught,
reveal Yourself anew-the Treasure
only You could wrought!"

Will fear embezzle us out of the new and beautiful?
Will I be ripped-off by clinging to "We've always done it that way...?"
GOD HELP US!
7216

There is a way!

2011-10-18T09:25:00.004-05:00

"There is no way that I can know
Your power in its all;
no way to know what You went through
when You took our fall;
No way to know the things You faced
before that Sunday morn;
and Lord, how can I find the words
to say how I'm reborn?!

But there is a way that I can know
and say Your perfect love!
I can tell about the life
that beckons me above.
And I will share the Truth You are
with all the life in me,
that there might be just one more share
in Your eternity!

There is a way that we can know
and You so freely give.
Thank You for living in our lives
as this life we live.
You are the Truth, You are the Life,
You are the only Way;
and we rejoice in knowing You more
as we seek The Day!"

Yes, there is a way we can know Jesus. There are MANY ways we can know Jesus! And there more we know Him, the more we should want to tell others about Him! There is proof of Him all around them, they just have to be made aware of Him.
Wherever you are today, let them know!
7215

The Moment

2011-10-16T17:02:00.004-05:00

In the moment, let no thing
distract or interfere.
Nothing but the very heart
has any business here!
Anything less than my all,
it would, insulting, be!
The moment with my Father God
Who knows the whole of me.

Too many, the facades I use
amidst my brother man.
Offensive-oh the means I use
to get all that I can!
My Father sees beyond it all,
desiring much more.
Where is accountability...
What is mercy for?!

The Moment. Oh, for glory to
survive His visitation!
And glorious, His embrace-
what a celebration!
So personal! So tangible!
My Father and His love!
Oh, so very fortunate,
His number to be of!

"Oh, I want to be in that number..." Are you sure? It might be painful. You might be so close to Him that He looks at you and asks for something that you are not willing to release.
What will you do "in that moment?"
7214

Best Rest

2011-10-16T16:48:00.004-05:00

"O my God, I come, I come,
I desire rest!
'Living has required life,'
oh, this would I attest!
The life that I have given, I know
You can give it back;
the amount that I require...
Lord, You keep no track!

I come back to the Fountain I know
flows without an end;
Living that is so alive,
and closer than a friend!
'There is none like You!' So is
the cry of my own heart;
You are THE Rest, o Lord my God;
completely now impart!

Oh God, I come; o blessed be
the Peace alive, so real.
I raise up my life to You
and You do not conceal!
All of living comes from You-
Your strength I realize;
I am complete...I am repaired,
once more to utilize."

Blessed be the perfect rest availed in God.
Every quality about Him is far more than we can imagine or are accustomed to.
Therefore, to receive what we ask for requires us to almost 'release' ourselves.
Can you give up that much of yourself?
Again, it's worth it!
7213

Experience

2011-10-10T12:20:00.002-05:00

How marvelous, the serenity of the shelter of His hand!
Always accessible. Always whatever is needed at the time...

The stillness of abiding in His palm;
not another place to be as calm;
momentary-what escape so sweet...
Permanently-o, be made complete!

No matter the location;
environs even pend?
But the same to even be
a means unto an end?
NEVER! Grace is to reside
wherever life is found!
Know that Christ-He is The Source!
Stand, o stand your ground!

Yes, the stillness of His palm abiding...
So refreshing! Quietly exciting!
See Him, feel Him, know Him as He's known.
Make the peace of Jesus Christ your own!

That peace is only a breath away...yet in a whole 'nother world!
This page only contains words about it...and that doesn't even scratch the surface!
You must experience the peace of God for yourself.
AND YOU CAN!
7212

Scenery?

2011-10-10T11:40:00.003-05:00

From the mountain, o the vision!
O the liberty!
What a blessing, knowing that
immediate to be!
How easy is the faith to be
when standing in this place!
And glorious, the scape of living
in the realm of grace!

From the vale...what confusion...
oh, the stress and strain.
With the eyes, life appears
everything but plain.
Questions without answers...
vision without voice...
can the vale contain a cause
for any to rejoice?

But the mountain and the valley
have a constancy:
One Creator have they, and
He seeks out such as we!
All of life can know true balance
inside His possession!
Know the glory of His living-
give Him your confession!

Life has its ups and downs...but God is stable!
As you have read, even the landscape has peaks and valleys, but God yet oversees all of it.
He can handle whatever is going on in your life, and help you handle it, as well.
7211

Beautiful Defender!

2011-10-10T11:24:00.004-05:00

The Lord, He is so mighty,
so beautiful, so real!
He is so far above emotion,
yet, the same, to feel;
my Master and my Savior,
my Healer and my Guide;
the Lord--He is so mighty,
yet I shan't have to hide!

"Oh Lord, so very mighty,
so high and lifted up,
I give to You mine everything,
I lift, to You, my cup;
oh fill to overflowing,
and, Lord, I shall be filled!
Everything about You, Jesus,
into me, instilled!

O Jesus Christ, most glorious,
there is not any other!
So much more than 'friend' and even
closer than a 'brother!'
Here am I, receive me,
consecrate me for Your own
that Christ in me be all that's seen,
when even I'm alone!"

More of Jesus. Less of me.
A daily, constant battle that must be waged with proficiency!
I must die to self, and He will fight the rest. AND, He will do the same for you!
Submit to Jesus. Commit to Jesus. He is all you will ever need!
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Theodore!

2011-10-10T11:10:00.004-05:00

Pray with me:

"Thank You for my family,
one voice at a time:
those so very seasoned,
into Your depth to climb;
and Theodore-so brand new,
we dedicate just now!
Declare Him to Yourself, oh God,
affirm Your sovereign vow!

We dedicate his life to You
in service and all living;
we dedicate his heart to You,
the same for always giving;
we dedicate his soul to You,
please save it for Your Own;
in all his ways, O Mighty God,
may You be surely known!

How wonderful, the family
with which I am so blessed!
In all our ways we testify
You are the very best!
We dedicate ourselves afresh
unto You and Your ways;
let every facet of our lives
be, unto You, a praise!
Amen!"

Amen. God is so faithful! He has provided a beautiful little man to carry on this name.
Please remember Theo in your prayers.
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The Potent Tongue!

2011-10-10T10:58:00.003-05:00

In a place again with nothing-
can I be content?
Knowing what the others have,
why have I been sent?
Knowing, though, His calling is,
such query holds no weight;
for this I know: with God to lead,
the outcome will be great!

How powerful are the words we use.
How powerful are the statements we make.
Have you found this truth yet?
One month after writing this, the phone rang. It was an attorney that we had to use a few years ago. They were 'housecleaning' and found a check we gave them for fees. An overpayment of fees. After about an hour of searching for documents, I had a check in my hand for over $1500!
Be careful what you say.
Be positive with what you say!
God honors the fruit of your lips.
Is that fruit fresh and ripe?
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For Granted...

2011-10-10T10:29:00.001-05:00

September 5, 2011, Chattanooga, TN. Tail-end of Tropical Storm Irene...

Sunshine--one drop at a time...
life--cascading down...
at the sight of such as this,
too many people frown.
Without it, oh so many blossoms
would not even be.
The majesty of life anew--
what miracles to see!

Behold! The greatest fireworks
to ever grace the sky!
The language of the heavens from
the roar unto the sigh!

Sunshine...one drop at a time...
all of life containing.
How sad, the ones who look outside
and say "It's only raining!"
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The "Spot!"

2011-10-10T10:17:00.003-05:00

In the secret place with God,
no one else around;
so thick and powerful, His sight,
incredible, the sound!
The glory of His Majesty,
the splendor of His face...
the methods He to utilize
in blessing with His grace!

"What blessing, Lord, Your countenance
as You look with delight!
Lord, You are so glorious!
Your grace--it is so bright!
You are so very personal,
so beautiful, so real;
You tap mine each emotion,
the very least be "feel!"

Oh, the silence of the sound,
Oh, the secret place;
in the Presence of Jehovah-
all else to erase!
Competition ceases,
comparison is not
as I am with my Father God-
perfect be the spot!

Oh, that perfect place where Jesus meets us personally.
I go there often. I have to.
For it is in that place where He is made real to every sense...and greater.
Seek that place in your own life. He will provide it and meet you there!
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"That" word

2011-10-10T08:49:00.004-05:00

Patience.

"Your timing is so perfect-
by it, things get done!
Success is come in submission
unto Christ, Your Son.
You lead us and You guide us,
You bless us in Your time;
You promote us in Your own way-
steady be our climb."

God's blessings come into my life is many disguises. Most often, they do not appear the way we envisioned.
Too, His timing is probably never the same as ours. There are many blessings in store for us by living with His patience and seeking to do things in His time.
But God knows what is best, and He WILL answer when we pray. If I am going to attempt something or undertake anything without seeking His will first, I may succeed, but not without incident. Though I may pray and seek His will first, there may be incident, but there is great grace there to escort us through!
God loves us so much that He plans our entire life for us, and He wants to hear us talk to Him about that!
Again, the writer is looking into the mirror and writing.
I hope this helps you, too.
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Call of 'Duty?'

2011-10-09T07:48:00.003-05:00

Every person is in need of something from God.
Just as true, each of us have something from God that someone else is in need of.
We must 'put ourselves out' and provide it!

Again, my brother falls.
Again, the calling calls.
I've got to catch this man!
I must do what I can.
Already is there shame;
already is there blame.
I must show some support;
I must, Christ's ways, exhort.

My brother has a heart.
It's tearing now apart.
The world may shun his pain;
but, unto some, it's plain.
And ministry must be
for healing to be free!
And ministers we all,
if we would heed the Call.

Again, my brother falls.
Sin--it yet appalls!
But he can be restored-
For Jesus is yet Lord!
We have no room to judge-
for Jesus holds no grudge.
Again, the calling calls...
"Oh God, break down the walls!"

Don't let anything or anyone stop you from giving life!
Freely, freely, you have received.
Freely, freely give.
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Clean my Life

2011-10-08T11:32:00.003-05:00

Repentance...maybe.
There are times when I just have to stop and make the time for God to do what only He can do in my life...

"Father, clean my life, I pray.
I do not want to live this way.
I want my life to only be
what is pleasing unto Thee.
I know that if I live Thy plan
I'll be right with my fellow man.
All things work out for the good
if I am living as I should.

In that chamber so alive,
where emotions ever thrive,
enter and completely cleanse
of what my humanness intends.
Be, in the same, a Light so bright
as to entice men unto 'right;'
and let, upon the outside, be
the same as beats internally!

Oh Father God, but only Thee,
the depths within, to clearly see.
Therefore, to no one else, I yield
than Him to Whom naught is concealed!
Thou seest him who is the man
and offer him a sovereign plan.
Make me obedient to such,
applying, sure, Thy healing touch!

In JESUS' Name,
Amen"

God sees and knows you...completely! Not only is He aware of all that you are and have ever done, he STILL loves you and offers newness of life to you!
Let Him into your heart to do THE cleaning that no one else can do!
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Little

2011-10-06T09:38:00.003-05:00

Oh, the wonderful sound of...family!

The song of little voices and
the scuff of little feet
at the end of busy day
to make my life complete;
folding hands together, then
the joining of the same...
oh, the many blessings from
One precious, holy Name!

What to match the love contained
within the family
that would be submitted to
the leadership of Three?
Love, hope and serenity-
a triple-cord of trust;
that which showers from the heights
be that by which it's trussed!

The melody and ministry
of living in the Lord;
consciences of the blessings
ever to afford!
And ministry unto each other
be our calling e'er.
Hallelujah! for the boundless
love we have to share!

So fortunate are those with such memories.
It's not too late to make such. Just start enjoying the days with your children more and more.
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Autumnal

2011-10-06T09:17:00.003-05:00

A tapestry upon the land
that only One may weave.
Casting eyes upon it, oh,
can anyone believe?!
At times, even the writer, he
be left without a verse
matter not the days and moments
he's had to rehearse!

But the Maker of it, oh,
the beauty on the land,
He be faithful also to
the writer's ceded hand
transferring the quilt and the
blest symphony, so real,
onto a piece of paper that,
to one, may soon appeal.

Middle of the autumn on
an Ozark afternoon-
a consonance unto the sight,
a vision to the tune.
And the subtle, norther sigh
gently to remind
yet another season soon
upon the land to find!

Seasons come and go...time waits for no man...so we must do our best to take in the glory of creation, the beauty of today, and praise God for it.
Tomorrow WILL hold something completely different, something new to see.
Will it be better than today?
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Message

2011-10-05T10:17:00.003-05:00

You make a new October
and give it as a gift,
therefore to cause each writer,
the volumes for to sift!
A phrase to capture color...
the words defining 'hue...'
the tools we need to fabricate
a vehicle called 'view.'
But God, each time is captured and
assembled rhythmic verse,
You breathe upon the landscape, all
emotion to immerse!
And we must start all over, we
addicted to creation,
start afresh to know Your touch
with our interpretation!

I think Father God takes great delight in watching myself and others try to capture the glory of His creation and contain it in words.
It may not be able to be done. That said, why am I, why are we, so addicted to such pursuit?!
May we NEVER be satisfied!
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Beyond the surface

2011-10-04T08:35:00.002-05:00

Ah, the Presence of Jesus in the day...
Walking and talking...but is that all?
It can't be all! There is so much more to Jesus than just walking and talking!

"You are the life I live,
the Giver Who will give,
the One behind the scenes
assuring all my means.

I see the evidence of You, Lord,
as I look around.
In all creation, each direction,
You are surely found!
But in that which cannot be seen:
the workings of the day,
there You are, and You assure us
You are going to stay!
You are there, behind the scenes,
in what we have to do...
You are there where we aren't yet,
preparing for us to...
You are there where we cannot be
in Your mighty power
doing war on our behalf
unto that final hour!

You are the Giver of all life
and we receive with joy!
Your ways, unto the lives around,
Lord, we will sure employ!"

God is at work in all the we can see...and what cannot be seen.
Remember that when you face that situation today about which you don't know what you are going to do.
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Purpose

2011-10-03T10:45:00.003-05:00

I was created to worship God.
WE were created to worship God!

"O my God, You are so good!
I would tell You if I could
but all of my words fall so short...
How then, such love, may I exhort?

You are so very great, oh God!
The stars, themselves, sing and applaud!
Planets stay their every course
because of Your exclusive force!

So very good, so very great...
Your mercies I to celebrate
and vocalize as best I can
unto Your each and every man!

So personal--so powerful,
so glorious...so real!
The glory of You, God, o let
mine every breath reveal!"

Mine every breath reveal.
Does that always happen? Of course not! Sometimes I say things that completely oppose all that God is. Pray for me!
I want to be an instrument of praise all the day long...ALL ETERNITY LONG!
Are you with me?
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That Retreat

2011-10-02T20:05:00.004-05:00

Once again unto that place
where Jesus and I go.
It is a place so intimate
that only two can go.
He brings there everything He needs,
(I bring too very much!)
but all of it I leave behind
as I feel His touch.
He knew what I was needful of
before we even came.
I know that He is all I want
and so I call His Name.
What a perfect Escort...
what a precious place...
what a wonderful retreat
with Jesus--Lord of Grace!

Beautiful location
where is we only Two!
Not a thing of more import,
no greater thing to do
than being present there where
fellowship is taking place:
heart-to-heart with God Himself-
Jesus, face-to-face!

Wherever that location is, find it and go there often!
Do not let anything interfere with that intimate time with Jesus.
NOTHING is more important, because in that place He will equip you for everything the rest of your day contains!
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More than Song

2011-10-01T08:03:00.004-05:00

In the early morning light...

"He walks with me and talks with me..."
how many understand?
How can I stress how real is
the presence of His hand?
He lives with me and gives to me...
I prosper in this way!
No other way I choose to live
in this, the latter day!

God is so real!
His presence is so real.
His guidance is so real.
His provision is so real.
Why seek anything else?
Why seek anything less?

He walks with me and talks with me,
and surely I respond!
His Presence is so glorious!
Of Him, I am so fond!
Jesus is the One Who charts
the path I am to take,
His love has made a covenant
no thing at all may break!

And that pact is to love you, save you, heal you, fill you, to keep you for His own...not just to walk beside you and be an observer!
Do your part! Ask Him to live in your heart and be your Savior!
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