A Future Homecoming ~

Father, thank You for the mercy,
each day on me You bestow
thank You for the kindness
that to me You daily show.

Thank You for the grace,
and the love of a Savior
thank You for showering me
with Your pity and favor.

Father thank You for the hope,
each day that I receive
thank You for the faith
helping me hourly to believe.

Thank You for the trust,
I’ve put into Your Son and You
for without it I don’t know
what in this world I would do.

Father thank You for the peace,
today’s and what’s forthcoming
thank You for the promise . . .
of a future homecoming!

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Psalm 107:1

O give thanks unto the Lord,
for he is good: for his mercy
endureth for ever.

John 14:2
“In my Father’s house are many mansions:
if it were not so, I would have told you.
I go to prepare a place for you.

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Deborah Ann Belka

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The Giver Of All Things Good~

Everyday is a gift from God,
a present for us to unfold
the blessings of His splendor
in the green pastures of His fold.

It is there where we will find,
a Shepherd to lead us
into valleys peaceful
filled with strength, faith and trust.

Everyday is a gift from God,
a treasure for us to explore
the bounty of His goodness
to soak in and to absorb.

It is there where we will find,
all that is good and perfect
coming from the Father of lights
for us daily on which to reflect.

Everyday is a gift to us,
from the Giver of all things
a treasure trove of blessings
that each new morning brings!

James 1.17

“Every good gift and every
perfect gift is from above,
and cometh down from the
Father of lights,
with whom is no variableness,
neither shadow of turning.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

Draw Nigh Lord ~

Draw nigh Lord,
to those who are in need
for You in their lives
to guide and lead.

Come closer Lord,
to those calling out
for Your truth
instead of their doubt.

Move nearer Lord,
into the lives of those
needing their nerves
for You to compose.

Pull in Lord,
those who’ve gone astray
show them again
the Truth, Life and Way.

Drawn nigh Lord,
come close and near
pull those deeper into You
till they no longer fear!

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James 4:8

“Draw nigh to God,
and he will draw nigh to you.”

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Faithful and True ~

God is faithful,
fiercely loyal and true
and He wants to make
a believer out of you.

He wants to make you,
a branch on His vine
He wants to call you
a dear child of mine.

God is merciful,
tender, loving and kind
He wants your heart
and His to align.

He wants to give you,
peace unimaginable
He wants you to know
hope is obtainable.

God is gracious,
forgiving and yielding
there’s much He can do
with a soul that’s willing!

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1 Timothy 2:4

“Who will have all men to be saved,
and to come unto the knowledge
of the truth.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

Hopefully, Joyful ~

Lord, once again
You proved to be faithful
and once again to You
I am truly grateful.

For, You have taught me,
how to cast my cares
onto You with my pleas
and my thankful prayers.

Lord, once again,
You proved to be trusting
and to my aide today
You faithfully came rushing.

You assured me,
for me You’d be here
to ease all my anxiety
and alleviate my fear.

Lord, once again,
You proved to be loyal
tis why today . . .
I’m hopefully, joyful!

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Romans 12:12

“Rejoicing in hope;
patient in tribulation;
continuing instant in prayer;”

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The Reflections of My Soul ~

The reflections of my soul,
run long and deep . . .
I can see each time into it
God’s mercy began to seep.

I can remember the times,
when lost, was my direction
how God took me back
without any hesitation.

I can recall the episodes,
when my faith was bleak
how God gave me strength
knowing I was weak.

I can recollect the moments,
when I felt so all alone
how God directed me
to keeps my eyes on His throne.

I can call back to my mind,
the bouts of doubt and fear
how God reminded me
He was still close and near.

The reflections of my soul,
run long and deep . . .
as I think of God’s faithfulness
I can’t help but weep!

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Psalm 77:11

“I will remember the works
of the Lord:
surely I will remember
thy wonders of old.”

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My Cup Is Never Empty ~

My cup is never empty,
is it full to the brim
with wonderful thoughts
of starting today with Him.

For I am filled,
with all of God’s goodness
as I have found my true rest
in His mercy and forgiveness.

My cup is running over,
it’s never half gone
for I fill it each day
with the Light of the Son.

If I were to need a refill,
of God’s grace and love
all I ever have to do . . .
is look to the heaven above.

Is your cup ready,
to be filled with peace
then today make sure . . .
for your Bible you reach!

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Psalm 23:5

“My cup runneth over.”

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The Promise Keeper ~

Promise Keeper,
that is what God is
for He always does
just what He says.

Faithful and True,
to His Word He sticks
He doesn’t waiver
stays with the script.

Trustworthy and Solvent,
He’ll end what He began
all will become new
upon His command.

Sovereign and Free,
to do as He must
He’ll be the Judge
for everything unjust.

Promise Keeper,
that is who God is . . .
tis why it’s so important
to do as He says!

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Deuteronomy 7:9

“Know therefore that the Lord thy God,
he is God, the faithful God, which
keepeth covenant and mercy with them
that love him and keep his commandments
to a thousand generations;

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A Brand New Day ~

A brand new day,
is on the rise . . .
God’s beauty unfolding
right before my eyes.

Oh, what splendor,
oh, such a delight
seeing the dawning
of morn’s early light.

Taking in the warmth,
soaking up each ray
bathing in the glory
God has for me today.

Sunshiny sparkles,
illuminating the dew
drops of God’s mercy shimmer
“Child, I love you.”

A brand new day,
God’s compassion fails not
great is His faithfulness
glitters my morning thought!

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Lamentations 3:22-23

“It is of the Lord’s mercies
that we are not consumed,
because his compassions fail not.

They are new every morning:
great is thy faithfulness.”

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Forget Not ~

Forget not the Lord,
nor His many benefits
forget not His ways
nor to them to submit.

Forget not to trust,
Him for all things
forget not to reap
the joy He brings.

Forget not to live,
in His presence
forget not to be
meek and pleasant.

Forget not the hope,
nor His perfect will
forget not to wait
remember to be still.

Forget not the mercy,
in all of its wonder
forget not His love
in all of its splendor.

Forget not the Lord,
His graces obtain
forget not the time
He’ll come again!

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Psalm 78:7

“That they might set their hope in God,
and not forget the works of God, but
keep his commandments:”

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Deborah Ann Belka

Come Walk With Me ~

Come with Me,
lets walk in My light
for in Me . . .
all things are bright.

Let Me lead you,
down the grinding road
come along with Me
I’ll carry your load.

Come walk with Me,
through the dark valley
if you grow weary
I’ll help you to rally.

Let Me guide you,
to fields of green
if you should tire
on Me you can lean.

Come walk with Me,
let Me direct you
up over that mountain
for a brighter view.

Let Me climb with you,
up that steep incline
for I will not forsake
or leave you behind.

Come walk with Me,
I want you along
for it is only I . . .
who makes you strong.

Come with Me,
let’s take this together
for in my light . . .
all things look better!

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Isaiah 2:5

“O house of Jacob, come ye,
and let us walk in the light of the Lord.”

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High Places ~

High places,
up over the roar
into God’s arms
so often I soar.

There I am kept,
in perfect peace
as my anxieties
on Him, I release.

To His high tower,
I let my mind fly
where in His love
I can quietly lie.

There I am blessed,
in His faithfulness
it’s where I find . . .
pure peacefulness.

Into God’s arms,
I frequently fly
often my mind soars
to places on high!

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Psalm 91:14

“Because he hath set his love upon me,
therefore will I deliver him:
I will set him on high, because he
hath known my name.”

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God Never Fails ~

God, You never fail,
but, often I do
especially when . . .
I don’t come to You.

You never give up,
but, often I will
usually because . . .
I can’t be still.

You never falter,
but, often I stumble
typically because . . .
I’m not always humble.

You never waver,
but, often I hesitate
especially when You . . .
I underestimate.

God, You never fail,
You’re constant and true
tis the reason always . . .
I can count on You!

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Psalm 86:15

“But thou, O Lord, art a God
full of compassion, and gracious,
 long suffering, and plenteous
in mercy and truth.”

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God’s Up To The Task ~

God knows my needs
before I even ask . . .
I know He is able
to perform any task.

I just need to believe,
get rid of my doubt
rely on my Father
to work everything out.

I need to ditch my fears,
any of my reservations
I need to count on God
without any trepidation.

With childlike faith,
I will trust and depend
to all of my requirements
my Father will attend.

God knows my needs,
He is always up to the task
I know He is able to do . . .
whatever it is, I ask!

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Matthew 6:8

“Be not ye therefore like unto them:
for your Father knoweth what things
ye have need of, before ye ask him.

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Deborah Ann Belka

Be Not Afraid ~

When in the wilderness,
be brave and be daring
no matter the burden
or load you’re carrying.

For, God is with you,
wherever you go
He promises always
the right way to show.

He will be the cloud,
to follow in the day
His very presence
will lead you the way.

He will be your pillar,
in the dead of night
He will shine on you
His true guiding light.

When in the wilderness,
don’t you be dismayed . . .
God is always with you
so be not, ever afraid!

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Joshua 1:9

“Have not I commanded thee?
Be strong and of a good courage;
be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed:
for the Lord thy God is with thee
whithersoever thou goest.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

Even If ~

I will never forsake you,
or forget who you are
I’ll always be close to you
even if, you wander far.

I will never leave you,
or ever let you go
I’ll always be there for you
even if, you don’t think so.

I will never turn My back,
or look the other way
I’ll always keep My eye on you
even if, you were to stray.

I will never let you down,
or fail you in your need
I’ll always be your Shepherd
even if, you take the lead.

I will never disown you,
or toss you to the side
I’ll always be your Savior
with you, I’ll always abide!

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Matthew 28:20

” . . . Lo, I am with you always,
even unto the end of the world.” 

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Deborah Ann Belka

Like Spring ~

Lord, I lift up my heart,
pour Yours into mine
give me perfect peace
joy real and divine.

Fill me with love,
the hope that You bring
let Your grace permeate
like the aroma of Spring

Send me Your light,
complete in me Your will
guide and lead me along
streams calm and still.

Take from me my grief,
the throb in my pain
wash away my sorrow
like an early, Spring rain.

Cover me with mercy,
tender and sweet
until the day . . .
when we finally meet.

Lord I lift up my heart,
pour Yours into mine
let us intertwine . . .
like a  Springtime vine!

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Hosea 6:3

“Then shall we know,
if we follow on to know the Lord:
his going forth is prepared as the morning;
and he shall come unto us as the rain,
as the latter and former rain unto the earth.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

God’s Promises ~

All of God’s promises,
are for you to receive
all you have to do . . .
is to trust and believe.

All of His blessings
He wants to bestow
all of His goodness
He wants you to know.

You can find them,
in the Good Book
all you have to do . . .
is take, a good look.

They flow all about,
woven all through
the promises of God
are waiting for you.

They hold your future,
they’ll guide your way
comfort and give you
strength for the day.

All of God’s promises,
are yours to believe
but, you must open up . . .
your Bible, to receive!

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2 Corinthians 1:20

“For all the promises of God in him are yea,
and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

He Gives Me His Ear ~

He gives me His ear,
when I cry out in pain
He listens to my voice
hears the cracking strain.

He understands my needs,
before I make my request
He already has for me . . .
what He knows is best.

His ears are always open,
no matter when I pray
I can call out to Him
every minute of the day.

He lifts my soul up,
when I lift mine in prayer
He takes all my worries
whenever to Him, I share

He gives me His ear,
He hears all of my fears
with His tender mercy
He bottles up, my tears.

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Psalm 18:6

“In my distress I called upon the Lord,
and cried unto my God: he heard my voice out
of his temple, and my cry came before him,
even into his ears.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

Deepening Faith ~

Thank You God for this time,
of sorrow, pain and grief
I know You sent it to me
to test my true belief.

Though, I don’t understand,
exactly Your reasoning
I can feel my faith . . .
in You deepening.

As I continue on the path,
I know You will heal . . .
the ache and the sadness
that today, I still feel.

I know You have a plan,
for every one of us . . .
and I know of no one else
in whom I can truly trust.

And so I’ll wait for You,
to bring me out my despair
and until such time . . .
Your faithfulness, I’ll declare!

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Psalm 89:1

” I will sing of the mercies of the Lord for ever:
with my mouth will I make known thy
faithfulness to all generations.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

God Is In The Midst ~

My God He is in the midst,
I shall not be moved . . .
He is always at my side
this He has always proved.

For, He is my sure refuge,
He has kept me safe
in Him, I have placed
every ounce, of my faith.

My God, is in the midst,
though, my troubles soar
in Him I shall rise . . .
above their anxious roar.

For, He is my helper,
ever-present, ever-near
I call upon His name . . .
to calm my every fear.

My God, He is in the midst,
continually He has proved
nothing that life brings me
shall cause me to be moved!

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Psalm 46:5

“God is in the midst of her;
she shall not be moved: God shall help her,
and that right early”

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When God is Silent ~

Is it God, who is silent,
or am I,  just not hearing . . .
the tiny whispered breath
of the Holy Spirit stirring?

Is it God, who is distant,
or am I,  the one far away . . .
is it why His  influence
cannot rest on me today?

Is it God, who is quiet,
or am I, just too active . . .
to let the Holy Spirit
take every thought captive?

Is it God, who is still,
or am I, not taking note . . .
is it why His small voice
seems so far and remote?

Is it God, who is silent,
or am I,  just too into me
is that why dear Father . . .
You’re not hearing my plea?

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Psalm 22:3

O my God, I cry in the day time,
 but thou hearest not; and in the night season,
and am not silent.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

God Never Changes ~

Through the good times,
and the bad ones too
God never changes . . . .
to us, He remains true.

When we become weary,
under the shadow of doubt
it is only because . . .
we shut His true light out.

Today we may be happy,
tomorrow sad and blue
but, God’s love every day
is the same for me and you.

When we become afraid,
in the darkness of dread
it is only because . . .
we let fear in our head.

Through the good times,
and the bad ones too
God never changes . . .
but, so often we do!

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James 1:17

“Every good gift
and every perfect gift
is from above,
and cometh down
from the Father of lights,
with whom is no
variableness,
neither shadow of turning.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

A Time for God ~

A time for patience,
and for some rest
a time to let God . . .
do what is best.

A time for endurance,
to run the good race
a time to stop running
and abound in His grace.

A time for serenity,
in the midst of the buzz
a time to find harmony
as God always does.

A time to listen,
and to be still
a time to wait
for His perfect will.

A time for calmness,
when composure is gone
a time for quietness
and to God, be drawn.

A time to trust,
without any fear
a time for the Lord
to bring us near.

A time for the Spirit,
to lead from above
a time to linger
and abide in His love.

A time for silence,
and an open heart
a time for God only
nothing keeping us apart.

A time to lie down,
in pastures green
a time to be protected
under His wing.

A time to know,
He won’t leave or forsake
a time for God . . .
we all need to make!

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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:”

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Nothing Can Shake Me ~

Nothing can shake me,
no gale will ever blow me away
no storm can overtake me . . .
nor cause my love for Jesus to sway.

No cloud is overly menacing,
no tempest can take me down
no burst of wind will take from me
the faith in Jesus, I have found.

No downpour will blind side me,
no rainstorm is to big of a deluge
no turbulence will carry me off
for, Jesus is my Rock and Refuge.

Nothing can shake me,
no storm, no gale, no wind gust
will take from me the faith I have
for, with my life Jesus I trust!

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Psalm 16:8
King James Version

“I have set the Lord always before me:
because he is at my right hand,
I shall not be moved.”

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Deborah Ann Belka