Those Who Love the Lord ~

Those who love the Lord,
are not a part of this world
they hate the evil in it
they don’t give sin a whirl.

They know they are safe,
from the hand of the wicked
for, Jesus guards their life
to lust they’re not addicted.

The world is not a friend,
they know it’s their enemy
they want nothing to do
with its ungodly chemistry.

They stay out of the devils way,
into his territory they don’t go
they ask Jesus to shine His light
so in the darkness ~ He will glow.

Those who love the Lord,
in this world ~ they don’t mesh
for they know there is no joy
in the works of the flesh!

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1 John 2:15
King James Version

“Love not the world,
neither the things that are in the world.
If any man love the world,
the love of the Father is not in him.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

There is A God in Heaven ~

There is a God in heaven,
He’s looking down on us
He sees the ones who doubt
notices the ones who trust.

In times of distress He sees,
man’s need for Him to impart
His help and assistance
so their red sea, He can part.

In times of persecution,
while under intense sternness
those who call upon His name
will escape, their fiery furnace.

In times of opposition,
when sentenced to a living hell
His love sets the captive free
from judgment’s prison cell.

There is a God in Heaven,
He’s ready to save us
help us through our troubles
if in Him ~ we will trust!

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Daniel 2:28a
King James Version

” But there is a God in heaven “

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

This Sinner ~

I haven’t seen Jesus,
but, I know Him none the less
by faith, I can see Him clearly
His love for me I profess.

I haven’t felt His touch,
His physical hand, I’ve not held
but His presence in my life
He has not hidden or withheld.

My ears haven’t heard His voice,
but, I listen for His inflections
and I can hear Him distinctly
giving me advice and directions.

I know He loves this sinner,
for He has gazed into my heart
though the world may judge me
mercy and forgiveness He imparts.

I have not heard or touched Him,
nor have I’ve seen Jesus’ face
but, one thing I know for sure
I am saved by His grace!

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1 Peter 1:8
King James Version

“Whom having not seen, ye love; in whom,
though now ye see him not, yet believing,
ye rejoice with joy unspeakable and full of glory:”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

The Winter Soul ~

The winter of the soul . . .
is a cold and lonely season
when it doesn’t understand
the intention or the reason.

The bitter winds that come,
chills it to the marrow
with each gust that blows
it feels like a poison arrow.

The freezing rain and sleet,
seizes up its every tear
they become like icicles
encased with all its fear.

The winter soul can’t take,
the ills, the weight, the loss
unless the soul is willing
to keep clinging to the cross.

For it is in this icy season,
the soul can find His warmth
and nestle in the comfort
of what God will bring forth.

So, if the battered soul,
is to survive this frosty time
it must be willing to soar
and over each blizzard climb.

Winter in the soul . . .
is a cold and lonely season
but it can find great peace
knowing God has His reason.

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Ecclesiastes 3:1
King James Version

“To every thing there is a season,
and a time to every purpose under the heaven;”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Above the Roar ~

Lord, help me navigate,
this raging, angry sea
help me to hear above the roar
the directions You have for me.

Provide for me a safe harbor,
a lifeline I can cling to
till these waves of fear
I am able to steer through.

Let Your Word be my beacon,
so I’ll not get lost in the dark
help me to see past this storm
let Your cross be my landmark.

Though the winds rage all about,
don’t let me be blown away
be the anchor of my soul
till I reach hope’s gateway.

Lord, as the fog surrounds me,
be the horn of my salvation
let Your mercy and grace
help me with the navigation!

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Isaiah 43:2
King James Version

“When thou passest through the waters,
I will be with thee; and through the rivers,
they shall not overflow thee:”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

There Will Be Times ~

There will be times,
we’ll go through the fire
a season of heaviness
so God, can lift us higher.

God tries us as He pleases,
puts our faith to the test
a season where we learn
what He deems for us is best.

Trials and temptation,
refines us better than gold
a season to break free
from the world’s mold.

Troubles will come,
He’ll not spare the rod
seasons like these
brings glory to God.

There will be times,
God takes us through the fire
so our faith to others . . .
will awe and inspire!

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1 Peter 1.6-7
King James Version

“Wherein ye greatly rejoice,
though now for a season,
if need be, ye are in heaviness
through manifold temptations:

That the trial of your faith,
being much more precious
than of gold that perisheth,
though it be tried with fire,
might be found unto praise
and honour and glory
at the appearing of Jesus Christ:”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Children Who Go Errant!

When did I become the child,
and my children the parent?
What has happened to me . . .
this phenomenon ~ I should inherit?

I am not old and senile,
I still have all my useful functions
but they act as if . . .
I left my caboose at the junction.

I can still form my words,
believe I know their meaning
but it seems that my every sentence
they are constantly screening.

I still remember my phone number,
can recall my home address
but to them you would think . . .
I’ve forgotten ~ how myself to dress!

I can brush and comb my hair,
even wash my face and hands
but they act as if . . .
I should be put out to the pasture lands.

How did I get so dim-witted,
as they became way too smart
who put this silly notion . . .
into their own aging heart?

When did I become the child,
and my children the parent?
Isn’t this what the Bible calls . . .
children who go errant?

🙄

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Proverbs 16:31
King James Version

“The hoary head is a crown of glory,
if it be found in the way of righteousness.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

He’s Looking!

He gazes from above,
He’s looking to find
who is searching for Him
with all their heart and mind.

He sees not a one,
not one who is seeking
all have turned aside
no one for Him is looking.

He looks to the East,
their souls to Him are idle
He scans to the West
they are, their own idols.

He looks to the South,
no – not even one
He looks to the North
their hearts, He has none.

He looks and He looks,
all across the seas
but love for the Lord
isn’t in the hearts of these!

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Proverbs 15:3
King James Version

“The eyes of the Lord are in every place,
beholding the evil and the good.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

My Comfort Rests ~

Holy Spirit, my comfort rests,
upon the bosom of Thy breast
You soothe me when I’m in need
I am calm, when to You I heed.

I call out to Thee, upon my bed,
thoughts of peace fill my head
into Thy hands my soul now rests
in Your stillness, I feel blessed.

Oh, my Comforter my fears relieve,
so Thy tranquility, I may receive
come yet closer to me as I pray
show me the truth, light and way.

Holy Spirit, my comfort rests,
You’ll not hear, my protests . . .
abide with me forever more
be my anchor, my soul’s moor!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~

John 14:16
King James Version

“And I will pray the Father,
and he shall give you another Comforter,
that he may abide with you for ever;”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Perfect Peace ~

Oh, to know the peace of God,
to experience its perfect calm
to use His every Word
as our soothing, healing balm.

Then we’d have tranquility,
through the storms of life
we’d soar above the turbulence
riding out the winds of strife.

Oh, to have the serenity of God,
flowing from our weary hearts
to have minds engulfed in stillness
which only His Spirit can impart.

Then we’d have the faith,
to trust God in all things
and the discipline to know
the perfect peace He brings!

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Isaiah 26:3
King James Version

“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace,
whose mind is stayed on thee:
because he trusteth in thee.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Our First Love ~

Let us return to our First Love,
into the arms of everlasting grace
let our steps be healed and restored
let us earnestly seek God’s face.

Let us repent from our sins,
examine ourselves in His light
let us return to our First Love
with all our soul and might.

Let us turn to the Word of God,
for our path and instruction
let us return to our First Love
for the Way and true direction.

Let us lift our hearts and minds,
give unto God our very soul
let us return to our First Love
so we can once again be whole!

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Lamentations 3:40
King James Version

“Let us search and try our ways,
and turn again to the Lord.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Broken Wings ~

With tattered wings,
God’s eagles fly
but they can’t soar
up too high.

For on their wings,
they carry pain
to reach new heights
would be a strain.

Broken wings,
can’t take on air
life to them
has been so unfair.

Hurt has clipped,
their wings spread
all the eagles know
is what they dread.

Eagles wings,
chained to the past
cannot take off
no matter the draft.

They need Jesus,
to set them free
from all the drama
and its misery.

Only then,
can they soar and fly
when to their past
they let it die!

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Philippians 3:13
King James Version

“Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended:
but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind,
and reaching forth unto those things which are before,”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Lord, I Will Seek You ~

Lord, I’ll seek you in the morning,
I’ll seek you throughout the night
I’ll seek You through the day
I’ll seek You with all my might.

I’ll seek You in the good times,
I’ll seek You when things go wrong
I’ll seek You when I am weak
I’ll seek You when I’m strong.

I’ll seek You with a longing heart,
I’ll seek You with a weary mind
I’ll seek You with a thirsty soul
I’ll seek You until Your peace I find.

Lord, I will seek you every day,
I will seek You everywhere
Lord, I will seek deep and wide
for You ~ I will seek anywhere!

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Psalm 63:1
King James Version

“O God, thou art my God;
early will I seek thee:
my soul thirsteth for thee,
my flesh longeth for thee
in a dry and thirsty land,
where no water is;”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Jesus Loves You ~

Jesus loves you,
like no other can
He has for you
an eternal plan.

No one else,
can come close to
the loving-kindness
He has for you.

His love is faithful,
it remains true
forever more
He loves you.

Love unfailing,
love everlasting
beyond your dreams
His love is surpassing.

There is no greater,
love known to man
Jesus loves you . . .
like no other can!

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Jeremiah 31:3
King James Version

“The Lord hath appeared of old unto me, saying, Yea,
I have loved thee with an everlasting love:
therefore with lovingkindness have I drawn thee.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Till the Clouds Blow Away ~

Yesterday it was cloudy,
my vision was not clear
and in the gloominess
I only saw what I fear.

Everything was blurred,
nothing made much sense
my troubles looked so huge
oh, so ever immense.

With clouds of doubt all around,
the unknown was looking dim
and I knew I just needed . . .
to continue to trust in Him.

For what I cannot discern,
when I am in the dark
Jesus will show me in His time
and His light He will impart.

Yesterday it was cloudy,
tomorrow may be a sunny day
but for now I’m trusting Jesus
till the clouds blow away!

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Psalm 77:20
King James Version

“Thou leddest thy people like a flock
by the hand of Moses and Aaron.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Heavenly Hugs ~

So long my friend, I’ll miss you,
more than you will know . . .
I’ll miss the grains of grace
that in your blog, you daily sow.

I will miss your knowledge,
the Bible Studies you share
your reminding me always
in this world to be aware.

I will miss your wisdom,
the insights you’ve brought
I’ve grown in the lessons
you so faithfully taught.

You have been a blessing,
a source of my inspiration
for you’ve showered me
with love and appreciation.

You’ve been my on-line pal,
a buddy like no other . . .
it’s like God sent to me
my own blogging brother.

You will be in my prayers,
in my thoughts daily too
and I’ll ask the Lord
to cheer and comfort you.

This is not really goodbye,
for I know we’ll meet one day
and until we do my friend
I send “heavenly hugs” your way!

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My dear blogging friend Gregory Lang has posted his last post.
My heart is sadden that He will not longer be able
to share his love for the Lord with us. I have
been so blessed by his ministry and ask you to pray with me
for God’s grace and mercy for Greg and his family.

~ I love you Greg ~

http://calvinistview.com/2014/01/22/a-l-s-update-if-you-are-reading-this-i-have-become-physically-unable/

Just a Prayer Away ~

Feeling a little depressed,
having a hard day
just remember this
hope is a prayer away.

Prayer is the key,
that unlocks our doubt
when we trust Jesus
to figure all things out.

Life in a turmoil,
can’t stand the commotion
just turn to Jesus
with prayer and devotion.

You can tell Jesus,
about your wants and needs
whether you are standing
or down on your knees.

Not sure what to do,
or the way you should go
just speak to Jesus
in your prayers let Him know.

It doesn’t matter where you are,
or if its night or day . . .
so remember this one thing
Jesus is just a prayer away!

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Psalm 55:17
King James Version

“Evening, and morning, and at noon,
will I pray, and cry aloud:
and he shall hear my voice.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

The Road Home ~

When we begin to wander,
go about our own way
the Lord takes notice
knowing we will stray.

As we drift off the path,
of truth and understanding
He knows we’ve departed
from the road everlasting.

He recognizes our error,
He sees that we are inapt
to seek and find for ourselves
the road that’ll take us back.

He won’t leave us for dead,
not one soul, He’d have perish
for every one that He loves
He does forever cherish.

But, He knows we are fragile,
we can’t make it all alone
so, He sends the Holy Spirit
to help and guide us home.

He waits at the door,
to restore the wandering soul
so we can stand before Him
in faith, complete and whole!

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Proverbs 21:16
King James Version (KJV)

“The man that wandereth out of the way of understanding
shall remain in the congregation of the dead.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Reaping What We Sow ~

If everyone followed,
the rule that is golden
then to these words
they would feel beholden.

If you want to be forgiven,
you must learn to forgive
if you want encouragement
affirmation you must give.

If you feel hurt and wounded,
in need of a gentle touch
you will need to be sensitive
when to pain, others clutch.

If need to be understood,
you must show others grace
if you want compassion
mercy you need to embrace.

If you don’t like gossip,
then watch what you say
If you don’t want to be judged,
then turn your cheek away.

If you’re in need of friends,
with sympathetic ears
yours too must be willing
to be thoughtful to all it hears.

If you want to be treated kindly,
you must first treat other’s so
for, I’ve read it in the Bible . . .
we shall reap what we sow!

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Matthew 7:12
King James Version

“Therefore all things whatsoever ye would
that men should do to you, do ye even so to them:
for this is the law and the prophets.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Yuck!

Lord, today I looked in the mirror,
and I didn’t like what I saw
for I looked past my wrinkles
and saw my spiritual flaws.

All that I could see,
was my selfishness and pride
from the yuck and ugliness
I couldn’t run and hide.

When will I ever learn,
to put others first . . .
Lord, how much longer
till my ego, will You burst.

My self-importance,
is haughtiness evil twin
and arrogance and conceit
to You, is just plain sin.

Lord, today I looked in the mirror,
I witnessed what others see
and I’m sad to say it’s a far cry . . .
of Your image inside me!

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Proverbs 16:18
King James Version

“Pride goeth before destruction,
and an haughty spirit before a fall.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Trapped?

Are you feeling trapped,
caught in the devil’s snare
do you feel as if . . .
you’re not going anywhere?

Jesus can set you free,
He’s the Redeemer of your soul
the great Physician who came
to heal and make you whole.

Are you brokenhearted,
has life treated you unfair
are the burdens in your mind
just too much for you to bear?

Jesus can bring you comfort,
He is our good Samaritan
He will take away from you
the weariness of depression.

Are you parched and famished,
looking for so much more
though, in this world you’re rich
do you feel deprived and poor?

Jesus can satisfy all your needs,
for He is the Bread of Life
all those who come to Him
are no longer slaves to their strife.

Are you feeling trapped,
in need of a new destiny?
Then you need to come to Jesus
and claim your heavenly treasury!

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Job 19:25
King James Version

“For I know that my redeemer liveth,
and that he shall stand
at the latter day upon the earth:”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Where Grace and Mercy Dwells ~

Sometimes I wander,
through the valleys of my soul
lingering near the streams of life
when I felt well and whole.

I ponder the times Jesus filled in,
the empty and void space
where His love for me flowed
like a river full of endless grace.

As I stroll along the rugged clefts,
I can see the hard times too
as I roam all around them
His mercy for me shines through.

I reflect on the days and nights,
when I thought I was on my own
but now I can see how Jesus
never once, left me all alone.

I come across the mountains,
that I had to hike up to . . .
some of them I never thought
the hard climb, I could ever do.

But there I see Jesus,
standing upon the crest
calling down to me
“Come, I’ll give you rest.”

Sometimes I like to wander,
through life’s hills and dells
and go deep into my soul
where grace and mercy dwells.

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Ephesians 3:17
King James Version

“That Christ may dwell in your hearts by faith;
that ye, being rooted and grounded in love”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

The Bridge ~

There is a bridge you can take,
it leads to water’s living . . .
it’s there you’ll find peace
merciful and forgiving.

Over trials and tribulations,
it will take you across
the span of His loving hands
will lead you to the cross.

It is a bridge of assurance,
trouble waters will not last
and for you He has a future
much better than the past.

The hardships in this life,
will take faith to get through
and Jesus is the bridge linking
His Father right to you!

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John 14:6
King James Version

“Jesus saith unto him, I am the way,
the truth, and the life:
no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Run Away Bride!

Where has Your church gone,
where are Your chosen ones?
Your name is no longer,
on their lips and tongues.

Where is their devotion,
where are their words of praise?
On their lips and tongues,
their love for You, they don’t raise.

Where have all the faithful gone,
where are they now?
On their lips and tongues,
they no longer keep their vow.

Where are the godly teachers,
who speak against immorality?
One their lips and tongues,
they preach a new-age reality.

Where has Your bride gone,
to where has it run off?
On their lips and tongues,
Your holy Word they now scoff!

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Psalm 12:1
King James Version

“Help, Lord; for the godly man ceaseth;
for the faithful fail from among the children of men.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Hold On ~

Hold on tight,
hang onto that rope . . .
trust and believe
there is always hope.

For when you get to the end,
there’s only one place to go
so just pour out your heart
let your troubles God know.

Hold on tight,
don’t loose your grip . . .
trust and believe
and into God’s arm slip.

For He is waiting,
to carry your cares
when you give them over
to Him in your prayers.

So when you are ready,
to let go ~ and let Him
grab onto Jesus’ hand
your hope is therein!

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Hebrews 3:6
King James Version

“But Christ as a son over his own house;
whose house are we, if we hold fast the confidence
and the rejoicing of the hope firm unto the end.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

It Takes a Broken Heart ~

Sometimes, it takes a broken heart,
that God has to repair and mend
sometimes, it takes one crushed
by a loved one or a friend.

Sometimes, He needs a heart,
that is full of grief and pain
sometimes, it takes one mournful
filled with regret and shame.

Sometimes, He needs a heart,
suffering one blow after blow
sometimes, it takes one sorrowful
so His mercy He can show.

Sometimes, He needs a heart,
shattered and torn
sometimes, it takes one regretful
full of self-contempt and scorn.

Sometimes, God needs your heart,
broken and beaten down
so He may come into your life
and turn your world around.

Sometimes, it takes a broken heart,
that finally seeks His face
sometimes, it takes a broken spirit
to receive the fullness of His grace!

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Psalm 34:18
King James Version

“The Lord is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart;
and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Free Indeed ~

He sets the captive free,
from the blindness within
releases the binds of guilt
the shamefulness of our sin.

He loosens the chains,
makes love out of hate
unshackles our burdens
eases the heavy weight.

He heals the backslidden,
freedom is now in sight
the yoke of oppression
we no longer have to fight

He scours out the darkness,
in His light, there is power
with grace and mercy
our lives, He empowers.

No longer are we slaves,
to man and his laws
now we come before God
with holy fear and awe.

Oh, what a privilege,
no longer are we bound
free indeed at last . . .
our liberty in Jesus found!

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John 8:32
King James Version

“And ye shall know the truth,
and the truth shall make you free.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

 

Unrelenting Grace ~

Unrelenting grace,
never gives up . . .
flows abundantly
from hope’s eternal cup.

Unremitting mercy,
unstoppable compassion
flows with the blood
of Jesus’ undying passion.

Unavoidable forgiveness,
unchangeable love
flows down like manna
from the heaven above.

Unrelenting grace,
unyielding persistence
over came the world
to win man’s resistance.

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2 Corinthians 13:14
King James Version

” The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ
and the love of God,
and the communion of the Holy Ghost,
be with you all. Amen.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Eternal Plans ~

Your very name is written,
on the palms of God’s hands
no one, not even the devil
can pluck you from His plans.

God is emotionally attached,
He is always thinking of you
for you there is not one thing
He is not able or willing to do.

His love for you runs deep,
you are always in His sight
He sees you through the lens
of salvation’s glorious light.

He sees through the walls,
causing your misery and pain
and into your soul and heart
He want’s to rule and reign.

Your very name is written,
etched in the scars on Jesus’ hands
He wants you to see and believe
for you He has eternal plans!

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Isaiah 49:16
King James Version

“Behold, I have graven thee upon
the palms of my hands;
thy walls are continually before me.”

God Forbid ~

God forbid, I accept His grace,
then continue in my sin
shall I not let the old man die
so He can have victory within?

Is not holiness or godliness,
a thought not just to entertain
but one that I must put on
if in Christ, I am to remain?

Is grace so freeing,
that God’s Word plays no part
or shall it be every temptation
still takes hold of my heart?

Am I not to cast off the rags,
of my unrighteousness
or do I still hold onto the filth
the fallen state of my wickedness?

God forbid, I accept His grace,
asking Him for more and more
God forbid, I continue in my sin
and expect to enter heaven’s door!

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Romans 6:2
King James Version

“What shall we say then?
Shall we continue in sin,
that grace may abound?

God forbid. How shall we,
that are dead to sin,
live any longer therein?”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Tears to Cheers ~

When trials come at you,
from every source and way
when they sleep with you at night
and awaken with you each day.

When they come out of nowhere,
attacking you from all sides
laying their angry claws into you
shredding you apart inside.

That is when you need to go,
to the One who truly cares
to the One who promises . . .
that our burdens, He will bear.

Jesus, will take your troubles,
your worries, He will lessen
and the dilemma you are in
will become an everlasting lesson.

So, next time your trials,
have you wallowing in tears
give them all to Jesus . . .
and He’ll bring your heart cheer.

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John 16:33
King James Version

“These things I have spoken unto you,
that in me ye might have peace.
In the world ye shall have tribulation:
but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Change of Heart ~

God can take the stony-heart,
the self-centered and defiant
change it into something . . .
that is on Him, truly reliant.

He can cut out the aloofness,
of a heart set in its own way
sever the ties it has to the world
give it no more reason to stray.

He can smooth out the roughness,
in a heart made of stone
fill it with longing for all things
that come from His throne.

He can take that cold and hard,
heart beating inside of you . . .
turn it into one full of passion
give it a purpose, to all you do.

A heart of flesh God will give you,
one that lives and breathes
in you a new spirit He will put
where faith and truth breeds.

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Ezekiel 36:26
King James Version

“A new heart
also will I give you,
and a new spirit
will I put within you:
and I will take away
the stony heart
out of your flesh,
and I will give you
an heart of flesh.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Justified by Grace ~

Justified by grace,
through faith alone
mercy came down
from heaven’s throne.

No longer a stranger,
separated no more
once Jesus opened
to all salvation’s door.

Instead of dread,
now there is peace
transforming love
never to cease.

Sin and temptation,
judgment and wrath
now hope and joy
on the faithful path.

Justified by grace,
through faith alone
Jesus the only reason . . .
ours sins are atoned!

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Romans 5:9

” Much more then,
being now justified by his blood,
we shall be saved
from wrath through him.”

King James Version
Public Domain

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Deborah Ann Belka

I Choose Jesus ~

The world may choose,
to believe what it may
but I choose Jesus . . .
the Truth, Life and Way.

The world may pick,
one God over another
but I choose Jesus . . .
over any other.

The world may offer,
instant gratification
but I choose Jesus . . .
for eternal satisfaction.

The world may decide,
in God they don’t believe
but I choose Jesus . . .
and not to be deceived.

The world may opt for,
the desires of the flesh
but I choose Jesus . . .
to keep my soul afresh.

The world may elect,
a man to be their God
but I choose Jesus . . .
to spare me from His rod.

The world may want,
to pursue after lust
but I choose Jesus . . .
in whom I put my trust.

The world may choose,
another God over Thee
but I choose You ~ Jesus
because You first chose me!

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1 John 2:16
King James Version

“For all that is in the world,
the lust of the flesh,
and the lust of the eyes,
and the pride of life,
is not of the Father,
but is of the world.”

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John 15:16
King James Version

“Ye have not chosen me,
but I have chosen you,”

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Deborah Ann Belka

It’s OK . . .

When I told the Lord, I was beat,
just too tired to go on
He told me it was OK . . .
His strength still could be  drawn.

When I told Him, I was fearful,
feeling afraid and scared
He told me it was OK . . .
the way He has prepared.

When I told the Lord, I was nervous,
feeling panicky and tense
He told me it was OK . . .
He would come to my defense.

When I told Him, I was anxious,
full of fright and dread
He told me it was OK . . .
before me ~ He’s already gone ahead!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Deuteronomy 31:8
King James Version

“And the Lord, he it is that doth go before thee;
he will be with thee, he will not fail thee,
neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

I am But A Sparrow ~

I am but a sparrow,
warm and safe in my nest
my soul is at peace
in my hope, I’m at rest.

I trust in the Lord,
all  my needs He provides
when I leave my roost
He’s the one who guides.

I don’t worry what I’ll eat,
or to the next place I’ll fly
I put all my faith in Him
every day to get me by.

When from my perch,
I begin to fall . . .
He comes to my rescue
when His name I call.

I am but a sparrow,
soon with Him I’ll leave
to this eternal promise
my wings forever cleave!

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Luke 12:7
King James Version

“But even the very hairs
of your head are all numbered.
Fear not therefore: ye are of more value
than many sparrows.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

Heaven’s One ~

A faithful Father, a loyal Son,
a willing Spirit ~ Heavens One.

A universe, a day – a week,
an open door, for those who seek.

A tombstone covers, an open grave,
a promise kept, a world saved.

A young man’s fate, in a lion’s den,
a second coming, we know not when.

A fearful people, pass through the sea,
a cross on Calvary, sets all men free.

A woman forgiven, besides a well,
a world spinning, on the edge of hell.

A Fathers grace sent on a Dove,
a dying Son, whose name is Love ~

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1 John 5:7
King James Version

“For there are three that bear record in heaven,
the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost:
and these three are one.

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Deborah Ann Belka

Wisdom Above All ~

Lord, keep my eyes open,
so I may continue to see
the Truth, Way and Light
shinning down on me.

Let my ears keep hearing,
the Good News in the Word
so I may be enlightened
to the knowledge I’ve heard.

Let my heart pursue wisdom,
above all other things . . .
so I can discern for myself
the deception Satan brings.

Lord, keep my eyes open,
let me keep Your Word near
so to its instructions . . .
I’ll be eager to hear!

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Proverbs 23:12
King James Version

“Apply thine heart
unto instruction,
and thine ears
to the words
of knowledge”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

The Prayers of Tears ~

Lord, I cannot find the words,
to express to you my fears
all I have to offer You
are the bounty of my tears.

Upon each and every droplet,
falling down to You like rain
are all my worldly hurts
the reasons for my pain.

Drop by drop they reflect,
the words that cannot flow
from a heart beaten down
by life’s piercing blows.

Lord, sometimes when I cry,
they’re my prayers just in tears
as I weep for the day when .  .  .
You’ll erase away my fears!

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Revelation 21:4
King James Version

“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes;
and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow,
nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain:
for the former things are passed away.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

This Peace ~

There is  this peace,
washing over me
I can’t explain . .
what I can’t see.

I cannot grasp,
nor comprehend
but I can sense
it’s without end.

I feel a calmness,
a deep tranquility
I’m being bathed
with eternal serenity.

I know its coming,
from God up above
for, He’s drenching me
in His perfect love.

There is this peace,
I can’t explain it . . .
but, I know its flowing
from the Holy Spirit!

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Philippians 4:7
King James Version

“And the peace of God, which passeth all
understanding, shall keep your hearts
and minds through Christ Jesus.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Ask . . .

So many who have not . . .
because they do not ask
so many don’t even know
how to go about the task.

So many don’t understand,
what the Bible has to say
so many don’t even know
they should read it every day.

So many needs not being met,
requests to God, not being made
so many not knowing how to ask
too many prayers not being prayed.

So many who have not . . .
Jesus has so much to provide
but we must learn how to ask
so our needs can be supplied!

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John 15:7
King James Version

“If ye abide in me,
and my words abide in you,
ye shall ask what ye will,
and it shall be done unto you.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

When God Delays ~

When God delays,
give Him your praise
He has a reason
for your waiting season.

When God holds back,
don’t let your hope slack
He still hears your cry
your needs He’ll not deny.

When God withholds desires,
your trust He requires
He’ll get you out of the pit
so, don’t give up or quit.

When you have to wait,
don’t take Satan’s bait
instead sing a new song
to keep your faith strong.

When God delays,
it a growing phase . . .
He’s working out His will
so wait and be still!

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Psalm 40:1-3
King James Version

“I waited patiently for the Lord;
and he inclined unto me, and heard my cry.

He brought me up also out of an horrible pit,
out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock,
and established my goings.

And he hath put a new song in my mouth,
even praise unto our God: many shall see it,
and fear, and shall trust in the Lord.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

The Reason for My Hope ~

I believe in God,
in all of His glorious creation
I believe He made the heavens
and the earth’s foundation.

I believe that man,
came from but dust
I believe it’s God’s image
He puts into all of us.

I believe that Satan,
is the cause for our fallen state
I believe it’s still his lies
he uses on us to trap and bait.

I believe that man’s heart,
has always been cold and callous
I believe it’s full of deceit
filled with ungodly malice.

I believe in Jesus,
God’s only begotten Son
I believe He died and rose again
for the sins of everyone.

I believe in redemption,
from our wicked, evil ways
I believe it’s the blood of the Lamb
that washes our sins away.

I believe in God’s love,
I believe in His grace
I believe one day
God’s judgement all will face.

I believe in Heaven,
I also believe in hell . . .
I believe for eternity it’s where
the unsaved will dwell.

I believe in the hope,
Jesus imparts in me
I believe all can be saved
if these truth they’d just see!

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Peter 3:15
King James Version

“But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts:
and be ready always to give an answer to
every man that asketh you a reason of the hope
that is in you with meekness and fear:”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Until God Answers ~

When you don’t know what to do,
and His answers haven’t come to you
when you’re feeling down and out
and you’re anxious and full of doubt.

That’s the time you need to look,
for His promises in the Good Book
you’ll find the remedy for your needs
when to His Word your spirit heeds.

When your troubles take over you,
and worry surrounds all you do
when you’re down and feeling sad
and your fears just mount and add.

That’s the time you need to pray,
asking the Lord to lead the way
He’ll lead you down the right path
so His will for you, you will know.

 When waiting for answers to your prayers,
remember that God has all your cares
for He’ll never take His eyes off you
so trust in Him no matter what you do!

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Psalm 32:8
King James Version

“I will instruct thee and teach thee
in the way which thou shalt go:
I will guide thee with mine eye.”

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I Will Wait ~

I will wait on You Lord,
I will wait and be still . . .
I will wait for Your voice
to guide and to lead
I will wait for Your Spirit
before I proceed.

I will wait on You Lord,
I will wait and be still  . . .
I will wait on Your word
to give me the power
I will wait on Your timing
no matter the hour.

I will wait on You Lord,
I will wait and be still . . .
I will wait for Your peace
to put the calm in my soul
I will wait on Your grace
to stay in control.

I will wait on You Lord,
I will wait and be still . . .
I will wait for Your blessings
before I get up and go
I will patiently wait
until You let me know.

I will wait on You Lord,
I will wait and be still . . .
I promise I can
I promise I will
but I need Your strength
to wait and be still!

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Micah 7:7
King James Version

“Therefore I will look unto the Lord;
I will wait for the God of my salvation:
my God will hear me.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

God Knows ~ My Everything

God knows ~ my everything,
there’s nothing I can hide
He knows my inner thoughts
He knows all about my pride.

He knows when I will leave,
He knows when I come back
He understands the pitfalls
He knows the faith I lack.

He knows what I think,
He hears everything I say
there isn’t anything hidden
my every word He weighs.

He is everywhere I go,
He is above, He is below
He is the light in my night
He is the morning’s glow.

He is my creator,
every bone He has formed
in my mother’s womb
a miracle He performed.

His mercies are countless,
numerous is His grace
His love too unfathomable
for my mind to embrace.

Oh, God search my heart,
pursue my thoughts too
so I may stand worthy
one day in front of You!

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Based on ~ Psalm 139 ~

“O lord, thou hast searched me, and known me.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Satan’s Stumbling Blocks ~

Watch out my Christian friend . . .
for the stumbling blocks Satan lays
he’ll sneak them out in front of you
to throw you off the righteous ways.

He’ll point out all your weaknesses,
in hopes that you will buckle and cave
he’ll make you feel pathetic
so to his lies you’ll become a slave.

He’ll tell you that you’re no good,
God wants nothing to do with you
he’ll throw your sins in your face
so his sham you won’t see through.

He’ll cause you to stray off the course,
with lustful thoughts for worldly things
he’ll let you think you deserve them
so you won’t know the deceit he brings.

He’ll make you question God’s love,
whether for you He really cares
he’ll tempt you with fear and doubt
for they are two of his biggest snares.

Watch out my Christian friend . . .
don’t let Satan cause you to stumble
lest the blocks he puts in your way
will cause you into his pit ~ tumble!

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2 Corinthians 11:3

But I fear, lest by any means,
as the serpent beguiled Eve
through his subtilty, so your
minds should be corrupted
from the simplicity that is
in Christ.

King James Version
Public Domain

 

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Grace Sufficient ~

My grace is sufficient,
I have all you’ll ever need
when your deficiencies
to Me, you willingly cede.

My strength is in you,
just give me your flaws
I’ll take you by the hand
lead you with My laws.

My power is endless,
I can do so many things
if your imperfections
to Me, you readily bring.

I delight in weakness,
find joy in your fragility
I love when you show Me
your sincere humility.

I’ll make you perfect,
just trust and rest in Me
for sufficient is My grace
I have waiting for thee!

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2 Corinthians 12:9
King James Version

“And he said unto me,
My grace is sufficient for thee:
for my strength
is made perfect in weakness.
Most gladly therefore will I
rather glory in my infirmities,
that the power of Christ
may rest upon me.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Worrywart ~ No More

I use to be a worrywart,
fussed over everything
nervous about the day
the trouble it would bring.

My stomach would churn,
my heart would palpitate
the anxiety that I felt
I couldn’t communicate.

I was spiritually paralyzed,
filled with fright and dread
nothing that I could do
relived the anguish in my head.

I would fret about the future
where I’d go ~ where I’d be
a road of trepidation . . .
was all that I could see.

But then one day,
it all became so very clear
I didn’t have to worry
I had nothing more to fear.

Jesus, promised He’d provide,
my every want and need
He’d sustain and supply me
if His words ~ I would heed.

So, I put my faith into action,
trusting God for each day
giving Him my tomorrows
seeking Him first, when I pray.

I’m no longer a worrywart,
I’ve got my priorities right
for there is nothing to fear
if you see things in His light!

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Matthew 6.25
King James Version

“Therefore I say unto you,
Take no thought for your life,
what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink;
nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on.
Is not the life more than meat,
and the body than raiment?”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Seeking God First ~

I’m seeking God first,
before I do anything else
I will be looking unto Him
not to my wretched self.

I’ll be seeking His kingdom,
for my daily bread
focusing on the destination
of the glory that lies ahead.

I’m seeking in my Bible,
what He has for me today
I’m asking Him to show me
His true and righteous way.

I’m going to discover,
the path that He has for me
I’m going to attempt to try it
with all my physical energy.

I’m going to seek God,
with all my heart and soul
I am going to make Him
my life’s one and only goal.

I’m going to put God first,
before anything else . . .
no one will come between us
not even my old wicked self!

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Matthew 6:33
King James Version

“But seek ye first the kingdom of God,
and his righteousness; and all these
things shall be added unto you.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

When I Call Out His Name ~

The Lord hears my cry,
when I call out His name
in the God of my hope
my salvation, I do claim.

He knows my sorrows,
the cause of my pain
He fills me with mercy
in my life, He does reign.

My prayers, He listens to,
He understands my plea
His joy and perfect peace
flow all through me.

I safely rest under,
the shadow of His wing
His goodness protects me
His praises, I do sing!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Psalm 4:1
King James Version

“Hear me when I call, O God of my righteousness:
thou hast enlarged me when I was in distress;
have mercy upon me, and hear my prayer.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Don’t Worry . . . Trust ~

Don’t worry about tomorrow,
give no thought to what lies ahead
for, Jesus wants you to trust Him
not to live in fear and dread.

Don’t be concerned about the future,
give no thought to where you’ll be
for, Jesus wants you to go to Him
not to panic over what you can’t see.

Don’t stress  about the unfamiliar,
give no thought to what you don’t know
for, Jesus wants you to follow Him
so His plans for you, He can show.

Don’t fret about tomorrow,
give no thought in what you hear
for, Jesus wants to take care of you . . .
so there’s no need for you to fear!

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Matthew 6:25-26
King James Version

“Therefore I say unto you,
Take no thought for your life,
what ye shall eat,
or what ye shall drink;
nor yet for your body,
what ye shall put on.
Is not the life more than meat,
and the body than raiment?

Behold the fowls of the air:
for they sow not,
neither do they reap,
nor gather into barns;
yet your heavenly
Father feedeth them.
Are ye not much
better than they?”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Be A Foghorn . . .

The beacon’s light has faded,
the foghorn is now but mute
the lighthouse stands alone
on the hill of ill-repute.

Silenced now, from the left,
the warning sounds no more
the lighthouse is in the dark
upon this nation’s shaken shore.

Once a beam unto the world,
a responsibility we all shared
now the people of this republic
are caught up in Satan’s snare.

In the past we stood in honor,
to the God in whom we trust
now we offend and discriminate
with His truth on greed and lust.

The church once held the beacon,
in the palm of its blessed hand
but it no longer wants or cares
to take a bold and daring stand.

It’s time to wake up the masses,
and shine His light on our grime
for to hold back the Gospel’s truth
is a spiritual sin and crime.

Let me be perfectly honest,
my God I will always defend
for I rather be a foghorn . . .
then to be ~ this world’s friend!

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James 4:4
King James Version

“Ye adulterers and adulteresses,
know ye not that the friendship of the world
is enmity with God? whosoever therefore
will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Picture Credit:
newhaven lighthouse, sussex coast, england – reuters

Teach The Little Children ~

Teach the little children,
while they are still young
to give thanks to the Lord
in every song that is sung.

Teach them to pray,
for the Holy Spirit’s filling
tell them that it is more
than just a onetime feeling.

Teach them to read and study,
how God would have them go
let them know in His Word
the way He will always show.

Teach them to understand,
for them, God has a plan
let them know it’s not the same
as the world has for man.

Teach them to respect,
themselves and others too
remind them God is looking
at what they say and do.

Teach them to set their sights,
on their heavenly treasures
not the ones here on earth
reeking of worldly pleasures.

Teach them to love God,
with all their heart and soul
let them know Jesus died
so they’d be complete and whole.

Teach them not just on Sundays,
but each and everyday . . .
just how narrow is the gate
so their tender hearts won’t stray.

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Psalm 34:11
King James Version

“Come, ye children, hearken unto me:
I will teach you the fear of the Lord.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Silence of The Lamb ~

Put the sheep out to pasture,
muzzle their mouths until mute
slaughter the faithful in the flock
if the world, they should dispute.

Build walls that will separate,
the regime from the throne
just as in the days of Caesar
in the ungodly city of Rome.

Tear down commandments,
the ten Godliest of all rules
make happy the unbelievers
who think Christians are but fools.

Take away prayers in our schools,
the children don’t need to hear
about a God they can trust . . .
in their foremost, growing years.

Silence of the Lamb of God,
the blood of grace be still . . .
for this is not of the republic
nor of the people’s will.

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Revelation 5:12
King James Version 

“Saying with a loud voice, Worthy is the Lamb
that was slain to receive power,
and riches, and wisdom, and strength,
and honour, and glory, and blessing.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

The Poor In Spirit ~

Lord, make me poor in spirit,
let me see my own depravity
show me all my iniquities
my absolute spiritual poverty.

Give me the understanding,
to recognize my sinful condition
let me dwell on my wickedness
till I feel the sting of conviction.

Show me my lustful appetites,
the habits of selfishness
let me look upon my heart
till I see my own helplessness.

Let me see my sinfulness,
what’s not pleasant in Your sight
examine and judge me
for Your laws are always right.

Shut up in me Your loving grace,
lock up in me Your tender mercy
let me exercise my full obedience
till Your love flows out of me.

Lord, make me poor in spirit,
let me be, for You hard pressed
let me see my absolute poverty
so I may be ~ heaven blessed!

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Matthew 5:3
King James Bible

“Blessed are the poor in spirit:
for theirs is the kingdom of heaven”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

The Latter Rain ~

I can feel the sprinkling,
of the latter rain . . .
I can see the first drops
falling on a world full of pain.

I can tell the time is near,
by the heart-broken cries
I can hear the thunder roar
over the false prophets lies.

I can perceive the drought,
upon all nations of the land
I can envision the deadly hunger
as God releases Armageddon’s plan.

I can sense the precipitation,
of wars and rumors of every kind
I can recognize the dribble . . .
Satan’s uses on man’s mind.

I can see disease’s down pouring
as it spreads from coast to coast
I can tell of the ungodly leaders
teeming to be the Anti-Christ host.

I can hear the violent sputter,
beneath the earth’s shaky crust
I can see how sin has drenched
the world in greed and lust.

I can sense a deluge coming,
when the latter rain will fall
I can hear God’s warning  . . .
” This is your wake-up call!”

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Matthew 24:6
King James Version

” For many shall come in my name, saying,
I am Christ; and shall deceive many.
And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of
wars: see that ye be not troubled: for
all these things must come to pass, but
the end is not yet”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Recipe for A Happy New Year!

Take a cup of Forgiveness,
stir in some of God’s grace
then fold it into your heart
and this recipe you’ll embrace.

But, you’ll need to keep adding,
more ingredients as you go
if you plan on having a year
where Love can rise and grow.

You’re going to need Patience,
at least a cup or two . . .
if you want to have Meekness
bubbling up inside of you.

You’ll need to slowly blend in,
a heaping spoonful of Goodness
then beat it into the mixture
so you can whip up Gentleness.

Don’t forget to add a pinch of Joy,
and as you whisk it into Peace
add a dollop of Faith and Trust
and Hope you will release.

If you live in the Spirit,
you’ll need to walk in it too . . .
and if you follow this recipe
it’ll produce His fruit in you!

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Galatians 5:22-23 

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love,
joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness,
goodness, faith, Meekness, temperance:
against such there is no law.

King James Version
Public Domain

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Deborah Ann Belka