All Lives Count To God~

To God,
all of our lives count . . .
He doesn’t care about
the arguments we mount.

For He knows we are,
all embedded with sin
it doesn’t matter to Him
the color of our skin.

To God,
all lives are relevant
no matter who we are
He holds no prejudice.

For He knows we are,
all created equally . . .
what matters most to Him
is treating others decently.

To God,
all lives are viable
everyone matters . . .
to Him all are valuable!

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Romans 5:8

But God commendeth
his love toward us,
in that, while we were
yet sinners,
Christ died for us.

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~ to GOD be the GLORY ~

God Loves You Just As You Are ~

God loves you,
just as you are . . .
each major blemish
every minor scar.

He is aware,
of the battles you fight
He sees the tears
you cry in the night.

God loves you,
He knows your pain
He sees your struggle
is not fought in vain.

He is mindful,
of how you’re feeling
He knows your wounds
are in need of healing.

God loves you,
just as you are . . .
He’s perfecting you
with each little scar!

~~~~~~~

Psalm 138:8

“The Lord will perfect
that which concerns me.
thy mercy, O Lord,
endureth for ever:
forsake not the works
of thine own hands.”

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My Warts and All ~

I kissed me a prince,
but he turned into a toad
then he sent me packing . . .
down the lonely road.

So I went out searching,
looking for someone to love . . .
thought he’d be here on earth
instead He came from above.

With all of my ugly warts,
Jesus saw what was inside
for He discovered in me . . .
what other’s tossed aside.

He peered into my soul,
looked deep into my heart
so I took a leap of faith and found
my True Love from the start.

So if you are out there looking,
for a Prince to forever love . . .
stop chasing after all the toads
and just look to Jesus up above!

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1 Samuel 16:7

“But the Lord said unto Samuel,
Look not on his countenance,
or on the height of his stature;
because I have refused him:
for the Lord seeth not
as man seeth; for man looketh
on the outward appearance,
but the Lord looketh on the heart.”

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God Loves The Yielding Heart ~

God loves the little sparrows,
all the flowers in the fields
He loves a repentant heart
that to Him at last yields.

He loves the morning hour,
when the sun is on the rise
He loves a searching heart
that is seeking to be wise.

God loves the daily warmth,
the cool breeze in the air
He loves the burdened heart
giving to Him all its care.

God loves the evening time,
when the sun slowly sets
He loves when a hungry heart
appetites in Him are whet.

God loves the moon shinning,
the twinkling in the sky
He loves a prayerful heart
that holds a jubilant cry.

God loves His little sparrows,
His faithful lilies of the field
He loves whatever the time . . .
hearts to Him relent and yield!

~~~~~~~~~

Romans 6:13

“But yield yourselves unto God,
as those that are alive from the dead,
and your members as instruments
of righteousness unto God.”

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Love Released Me ~

Love released me,
from the mire
took my life
lifted me higher.

It picked me up,
when I was down
it stood me up
on firm ground.

Love pulled me,
out of the pit
took my heart
raised my spirit.

It hoisted me,
in faith and hope
It boosted me
in trust to cope.

Love removed,
my doubt and fear
Love came down . . .
to draw me near!

~~~~~~~

1 John 4:18

There is no fear in love;
but perfect love casteth out fear:
because fear hath torment.
He that feareth is not made
perfect in love.

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Perfect Purposeful Love ~

Perfect love,
drives out fear
it encourages
eyes not to tear.

It is mighty,
and purposeful
it is potent
and powerful.

Perfect love,
is immeasurable
it is genuine
and substantial.

It is resilient,
infinity reaching
it is faith . . .
mountain moving.

Perfect love,
is fear’s demise
for God’s power
it supplies!

~~~~~

1 John 4:18

There is no fear in love;
but perfect love casteth out fear:
because fear hath torment.
He that feareth is not
made perfect in love.

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Deborah Ann Belka

Snippet of The Day ~02.14.20~

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From The Poem: Unlimited Love

 

Snippet of The Day ~02.13.20~

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From The Poem: Eternal Love

 

God’s Enduring Love ~

Lord, Your enduring love,
my heart stills and hushes
I can feel my soul warm
as into it rushes.

It steadfastly releases,
a soothing, calming effect
as into my life
Your peace You direct.

Lord, Your enduring love,
my mind fully relieves
as tranquil thoughts of You
it opens up and receives.

It truly empties,
all things that I fear
as into my thoughts
it brings You more near.

Lord, Your enduring love,
is forever merciful . . .
straight from heaven above
keeping me to You vertical!

~~~~~~~~~~

Psalm 136:26

Give thanks to the God
of heaven,
for his steadfast love
endures forever.

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Snippet of The Day ~02.01.20~

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From The Poem: God’s Immeasurable Love

 

God’s Most Perfect Love ~

God’s most perfect love,
there is nothing better
to help us with our ties . . .
to the world to sever.

It takes our worst fears,
casts them away
fills us with confidence
for judgment day.

God’s most perfect love,
brings eternal elation
gives us the faultless joy
of everlasting salvation.

For without it we’d be,
bound straight for hell
where for all eternity
our souls would dwell.

God’s perfect love,
took away our punishment
renders us before Him . . .
blameless and innocent!

~~~~~~~

1 John 4:18

There is no fear in love;
but perfect love casteth
out fear: because fear hath
torment. He that feareth is
not made perfect in love.

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Deborah Ann Belka

Snippet of The Day ~01.31.20~

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From The Poem: If Perfect Love

 

Snippet of The Day ~01.06.20~

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From The Poem: Unfailing Love

 

In The Eye of The Beholder ~

In the eye of the Beholder,
you are a precious thing . . .
that is why He protects you
under His almighty wings.

For you are the object,
of His undying affection
forgotten you’ll be not
nor will you face rejection.

In the eye of the Beholder,
an apple to Him you are
that is why He promises
from you He is never far.

The mercy He has for you,
nothing could ever sever
and so He shelters you
underneath His feathers.

In the eye of the Beholder,
you are to Him a treasure
He loves you with a love . . .
without limit or measure!

~~~~~

Luke 12:6-7

Are not five sparrows sold
for two farthings, and not
one of them is forgotten
before God?

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

Psalm 17:8

Keep me as the
apple of the eye,
hide me under
the shadow of thy wings,

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No Greater Love Known ~

No greater love than this,
that Jesus would die for me
no greater Friend . . .
in this world will I ever see.

No greater love will come,
than the one He freely gives
no greater joy . . .
knowing my Savior lives.

No greater love is there,
from a Father to a Son
no greater promise . . .
His will shall been done.

No greater love will I find,
than the one Jesus gives
no greater hope . . .
knowing my sins He forgives.

No greater love than this,
to the world from their King
no greater comfort . .
than the peace He will bring!

~~~~~~~

John 3:16

“For God so loved the world
that He gave His only begotten Son,
that whoever believes in Him
should not perish but have
everlasting life.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

No Matter What ~

No matter what,
you are loved
by our Father
up above.

There is nothing,
that you might do
that could make Him
stop loving you.

No matter what,
His back He won’t turn
He will celebrate
when you return.

He is merciful,
full of patience
He is beyond
more than gracious.

No matter what,
your Father loves you
so He sent His Son
to prove how true!

~~~~~~

Romans 5:8

But God commendeth his love
toward us,
in that, while we were
yet sinners,
Christ died for us.

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Deborah Ann Belka

God’s Love Is Amazing ~

God’s love is amazing,
flaming and blazing
effortlessly impressive
active and aggressive.

God’s love is perfect,
ideal and flawless
impeccably complete
honed and faultless.

God’s love is awesome,
sincere and solemn
rapturously showered
propelled and powered.

God’s love is everlasting,
outreaching and broadcasting
unceasingly unremitting
engaging and committing.

God’s love is exceptional,
fair, just and equable
God’s love to everyone
is readily accessible!

~~~~~~~

1 John 3:1

Behold, what manner of love the Father
hath bestowed upon us, that we should
be called the sons of God: therefore the
world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.

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Deborah Ann Belka

Abiding In God’s Love ~

Abiding in God’s love,
is something you must do
now that the Holy Spirit
lives inside of you.

For, He has called you,
to walk in all His ways
and when you step out
His love you must display.

Abiding in God’s love,
is a choice you need to make
your past attitudes
you will need now to forsake.

For He has called you,
into a fruitful living
so that you will learn
the meaning of forgiving.

Abiding in God’s love,
we all need to do . . .
for Father we know
it brings glory to You!

~~~~~~~

John 15:7-10

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

Herein is my Father glorified,
that ye bear much fruit;
so shall ye be my disciples.

As the Father hath loved me,
so have I loved you:
continue ye in my love.

If ye keep my commandments,
ye shall abide in my love;
even as I have kept my Father’s
commandments, and abide in his love.

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Deborah Ann Belka

Your Rapturous Love ~

Thank You Jesus,
for Your rapturous love
to me it’s like . . .
a taste of heaven above.

It anoints me with,
a hopeful tranquility
gives my faith
a buoyant stability.

Thank You Jesus,
for Your gentle ease
to me it’s like . . .
a perfumed breeze.

It refreshes me with,
a jubilant thankfulness
gives my trust
a humble gratefulness.

Thank You Jesus,
for being God’s sweet savour
for without Your sacrifice . . .
I would have no Savior!

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Ephesians 5:2

“And walk in love,
as Christ also hath loved us,
and hath given himself for us
an offering and a sacrifice
to God for a
sweetsmelling savour.”

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Steadfast Love ~

God’s love is steadfast,
it is firm and unyielding
it’s constant and resolute
for it is unwavering.

God’s love never changes,
it’s unflinching and unmovable
it is undeterred and dead set
for it is unshakable.

God’s love is relentless,
it is decisive and unfailing
it is unfaltering and steady
for it is unchanging.

God’s love is fervent,
it’s passionate and untiring
it is sincere and relentless
for it is unwearying.

God’s love is steadfast,
it is devoted and dedicated
it is focused and committed
it can never be exaggerated!

~~~~~~~~~~

Jeremiah 31:3

“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.”

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Just Because ~

Tell someone you love them,
just because . . .
let them see your appreciation
just because.

You don’t need to buy a gift,
or a card from a store
just tell someone how much
them you cherish and adore.

Tell someone you love them,
just because . . .
let them see you truly care
just because.

You don’t need a special day,
to show them your affection
everyday you can make
this your heartfelt confession.

Tell someone you love them,
just because . . . .
for Jesus loved us first
just because!

~~~~~~~

 1 John 4:19

We love him,
because
he first loved us.

John 13:34-35

“A new commandment I give unto you,
That ye love one another; as I have
loved you, that ye also love one another.

By this shall all men know that
ye are my disciples, if ye have
love one to another.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

In God’s Holy Presence ~

In God’s holy presence,
there’s joy in its fullness
pleasures circulating
His everlasting goodness.

There is peace and hope,
a spreading of refreshing
an ongoing revolving
of life-changing blessings.

In God’s holy presence,
there’s mercy restoring
upon the Holy Spirit’s
heart filling outpouring.

There’s an internal calm,
an outgoing of favor
the ongoing flowing
of grace from a Savior.

In God’s holy presence,
here and above . . .
there’s an effortless flow
of steadfast love!

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Psalm 16:11

“Thou wilt shew me the path of life:
in thy presence is fulness of joy;
at thy right hand there are pleasures
for evermore.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

Stay In Love With God ~

Stay in love with God,
do not run off
at Jesus’ grace
do not mock or scoff.

Stay enthralled with God,
pray to Him each day
ask Him to lead you
on the righteous way.

Stay in touch with God,
read the Word He’s given
so that it will remind you
just why you are forgiven.

Stay smitten with God,
let Him hear your praise
keep your worship for Him
searing and ablaze.

Stay in love with God,
don’t let worldly strife
keep you from having . . .
with Jesus eternal life!

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Luke 10:27

“And he answering said,
Thou shalt love the Lord
thy God with all thy heart,
and with all thy soul,
and with all thy strength,
and with all thy mind;
and thy neighbour as thyself.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

My True Love ~

I searched this world over,
but true love I found not
for there is none greater
than the one for me God’s got.

I sought wide and far,
for love that was forgiving
but love unconditional
no one was giving.

I looked high and low,
scanned about everywhere
but real love like God’s . . .
wasn’t to be found anywhere.

I scoured deep and broad,
scraped down into the barrel
but all I came up with
was love cold and sterile.

I searched and I searched,
for my one true love . . .
and I found it only comes
from God up above!

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1 John 3:1

“Behold, what manner of love
the Father hath bestowed upon us,
that we should be called
the sons of God: therefore
the world knoweth us not,
because it knew him not.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

God’s Immeasurable Love ~

God’s love for me,
is unfathomable . . .
for, His love for me
is immeasurable.

 His love rises,
higher than the sky
it goes further than . . .
any space shuttle can fly.

God’s  love for me
is unbelievable . . .
for, His love for me
is undeniable.

His love goes deeper,
than the ocean’s floor
it goes further than . . .
any miner can dig for ore.

God’s love for me
is unexplainable . . .
for, His love for me
is unconceivable.

His love is wider,
than the whole universe
it goes further than . . .
any light the stars can disperse.

There’s nothing about me,
that is lovable . . .
yet, God’s love for me
is unstoppable!

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Ephesians 3:17-18

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

May be able to comprehend
with all saints what is
the breadth, and length,
and depth, and height;

 

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Deborah Ann Belka

May God Smile On You Today ~

 

May the Lord today,
shine His face on you
with rays of peace
upon the morning new.

May He bless you,
with joy and gladness
so today you can find
in Him, your happiness.

May the Lord today,
put hope in your heart
may He restore your faith
upon the new day start.

May He bless you,
with His grace and favor
so all of His goodness
you will come to savor.

May the Lord today,
smile down on you
with rays of His love
upon your heart anew!

~~~~~~~

Numbers 6:25

“The Lord make his face
shine upon thee,
and be gracious unto thee:”

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The Scope of God’s Love ~

If I had a microscope,
I know I couldn’t see
just how humongous
Jesus’ love is for me.

If I had a telescope,
I know I couldn’t see
just how massive
Jesus’ love is for me.

If I had a periscope,
I know I couldn’t see
just how fathomless
Jesus’ love is for me.

If I had a spectroscope,
I know I couldn’t see
just how magnificent
Jesus’ love is for me.

If I had a depth finder,
I know I couldn’t see
a deeper love than the one
Jesus has for me!

~~~~~~~

Ephesians 3:17-19

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

May be able to comprehend
with all saints what is
the breadth, and length,
and depth, and height;

And to know the love of Christ,
which passeth knowledge,
that ye might be filled
with all the fulness of God.

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Deborah Ann Belka

Unlimited Love ~

Grace abounding,
mercy unmerited
God’s love for us
is unlimited.

Favor everlasting,
hope eternally
God’s peace for us
will be perpetually.

Forgiveness overflowing,
serenity ceaseless
for all those who believe
their Savior is Jesus.

Rejoicing continual,
jubilation unrelenting
God’s bliss for us
will be unending.

Grace abounding,
mercy undeserved
love astounding
for all who persevered!

~~~~~~

Romans 5:8

“But God commendeth his love
toward us, in that,
while we were yet sinners,
Christ died for us.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

Eternal Love ~

Every day God shows,
to us His undying love
every day He showers
His mercies from above.

Every day God says,
child I love you
every day His grace
makes everything new.

Every day God gives,
us His loving solace
every day His peace
is perfect and flawless.

Every day God tends,
to us with loving care
every day He offers us
our burdens to bear.

Every day God sends,
blessings from above
every day He showers us
with His eternal love!

~~~~~~~

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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Deborah Ann Belka

Slow To Anger ~

Slow to anger,
forgives swiftly
God our Father
loves us fiercely.

Patiently merciful,
favor unending
God’s compassion
for us is unrelenting.

Goodness ample,
grace abounding
God’s love for us
is perfectly astounding.

Peace abundant,
kindness plentiful
God gives hope
to the pitiful.

Slow to anger,
pursues persistently
God loves us . . .
unconditionally!

~~~~~~~~

Psalm 103:8

“The Lord is merciful
and gracious,
slow to anger,
and plenteous in mercy.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

An Apple In God’s Eye ~

An apple in God’s eye,
to Him I am a treasure
He loves me with a love
that I cannot measure.

Precious in His sight,
more valuable than gold
on my soul He keeps
an everlasting hold.

Wonderful things for me,
my Father has in store
when Jesus I finally meet
upon heaven’s shore.

Peace everlasting,
bliss like none I’ve known
one day all His glory
on me will be shone.

An apple in God’s eye,
precious in His sight
more valuable than gold
much to my delight!

~~~~~

Psalm 37:11

“But the meek shall
inherit the earth;
and shall delight
themselves in
the abundance
of peace.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

Unfailing Love ~

If you are looking,
for unfailing love
then all you need
is to look above.

For God has sent,
the love of His Son
to fill the hearts
of everyone.

Jesus’ love for you,
is like no other kind
for it brings hope
and peace of mind.

His love is everlasting,
it never runs dry
He loves you so much
He was willing to die.

If you are looking,
for a love that’s ceaseless
then all you have to do . . .
is look to Jesus!

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Psalm 13:5

“But I have trusted in thy mercy;
my heart shall rejoice
in thy salvation.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

 

Oh, To Know the Love ~

Oh, to know the love of God,
and the peace in all things
is to understand the grace
of what a dying Savior brings.

Oh, to know the love of God,
that forgives us of our sin
is to understand the mercy
that flows from deep within.

Oh, to know the love of God,
and the promise of eternal life
is to understand the compassion
it took to end mankind’s strife.

Oh, to know the love of God,
that heals, restores and renews
is to understand the promises
flowing throughout the Good News.

Oh, to know the love of God,
that one cannot earn or buy
is to come understand
why Jesus . . .  had to die!

~~~~~~~~~~

John 3:16

“For God so loved the world,
that he gave his only begotten Son,
that whosoever believeth in him
should not perish,
but have everlasting life.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

A Universal Love ~

God’s love is universal,
it has no boundaries
it encircles the globe
girds all countries.

God’s love is unmerited,
no man is deserving
but, His mercy for all
He’s always reserving.

God’s love is unchanging,
He has always loved us
He wants all of mankind
to give Him their trust.

God’s love is eternal,
everlasting it is . . .
His heart’s true desire
is to make everyone His.

God’s love is awaiting,
for man to embrace . .
the love of His Son
and the gift of His grace!

~~~~~~~~

John 3:16

“For God so loved the world,
that he gave his only begotten Son,
that whosoever believeth in him
should not perish,
but have everlasting life.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

God’s Love Is A Perfect Love ~

God’s love is a perfect love,
for it has been proven . . .
since the beginning of time
it’s been actively movin’.

It is the purest form of love,
it has no ulterior motive
it is a most powerful love
it’s never toxic or corrosive.

God’s love is a patient love,
it is oh, so slow to anger
it is a protective love
it’ll keep you out of danger.

It is a providing love,
it meets our every need
it is a guiding love
it directs and it leads.

God’s love is a perfect love,
it’s proven to be everlasting
in Jesus, it’s a complete love
and it’s ours for the asking!

~~~~~~~~~

1 John 4:10

“Herein is love, not that we loved God,
but that he loved us, and sent his Son
to be the propitiation for our sins.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

The Love of Jesus ~

The love of Jesus,
baffles my mind
for it’s a love like
no other I can find.

I can’t understand,
the enormity of it
but, I know for me
Jesus is a perfect fit.

The love of Jesus,
is so hard to explain
for, it’s so immense
too hard to contain.

I cannot grasp,
its total completeness
but, I know for sure
it’s full of forgiveness.

The love of Jesus,
is hard to dispel . . .
for, it lives in the hearts
of all who let Him dwell.

~~~~~~~~

Ephesians 3:17-19

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

May be able to comprehend with all saints what is
the breadth, and length, and depth, and height;

And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge,
that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.”

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Deborah Ann Belka

God’s Love is Perfect ~

Perfect love removes,
every doubt and fear
it wants all our concerns
so to God we’ll stay near.

Perfect love erases,
worries harmful effects
for, our hearts it always
shelters and protects.

Perfect love takes away,
needless fret and unrest
it wants our anxiety
so with it we’ll be blessed.

Perfect love eliminates,
pride, lust and greed
for, love that is perfect . . .
fulfills our every need.

Perfect love removes,
every qualm and misgiving
for, God’s perfect love  . . .
is merciful and forgiving!

~~~~~~~

1 John 4:18

“There is no fear in love;
but perfect love casteth out fear:
because fear hath torment.
He that feareth
is not made perfect in love.”

King James Version
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Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

The Vastness of God’s Love ~

Lord, how can I explain,
the vastness of Your love
it’d be as hard as counting
all the stars that shine above.

For in my human mind,
I cannot begin to understand
how the greatness of Your love
over the universe can span.

Lord, how can I explain,
all the reasons You love me
it’d be as hard as measuring
all the water in every sea.

For in my human heart,
I cannot begin to comprehend
the magnitude of Your love
that seems to have no end.

Lord, how can I explain,
what I have never felt before
it’d be as hard as numbering
all the sand upon, every shore!

~~~~~~~~~~

Ephesians 3:18-19

“May be able to comprehend with all saints
what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height;
And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge,
that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

God Loves Us ~

We pick the daisy’s petals,
to see if we’re loved or not
we wish upon a star . . .
hoping our dreams are caught.

We rub a rabbit’s foot,
hoping love comes our way
we kiss a toad in hopes . . .
it turns into a prince one day.

We toss a penny in a well,
wishing love will finally come
we cross our fingers in hope
our heart-strings it will strum.

We look for the golden key,
to open our heart’s lonely door
we seek the rainbow’s end
hoping true love we will score.

We pick the daisy’s petals,
to see if we’re loved or not
but, we know God loves us . . .
for our lives, Jesus bought!

~~~~~~~~~

John 15:13

“Greater love hath no man than this,
that a man lay down his life for his friends.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

There He Is ~

There He is . . .
I knew He’d be there for me
I knew if I called out to Him
there He, would surely be.

There He is . . .
His arms are open wide
calling me to come to Him
to put faith, in my stride.

There He is . . .
yes, Jesus is right here
reaching out His hands
beckoning, for me to near.

There He is . . .
calling out to me, my name
letting me know my fears
His perfect love will tame.

There He is . . .
do you see Jesus too?
All you have to do is look
He is waiting there for you!

~~~~~~~~~~~

1 John 4:18

“There is no fear in love.
But perfect love drives out fear,
because fear has to do with punishment.
The one who fears is not made perfect in love.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

Free Love ~

 

God’s love is free of charge,
there are no strings attached
there’s nothing you need to do
there are no works attached.

God’s love is unconditional,
it doesn’t matter who you are
God loves you whether to Him
you are near, aloof, or far.

God’s love is sacrificial,
He gave His only begotten Son
not just to a few chosen . . .
but to each and everyone.

God’s love is accessible,
to anyone who will believe
~ Jesus died for their sins ~
forgiveness they will receive.

God’s love is nonjudgmental,
He wishes not one soul to perish
eternal life He offers all
if Jesus, you love and cherish.

God’s love is free of charge,
there are no strings attached
the liberation of His grace . . .
in the world, is still unmatched!

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

John 3:16

“For God so loved the world,
that he gave his only begotten Son,
that whosoever believeth in him
should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

My One True Love ~

Jesus, You are my Valentine
my first love and friend
You are my heart’s desire
my soul mate to the end.

Jesus, You are my Valentine,
every day of every year
You sweeten up my life
bring to it hope and cheer.

Jesus, You are my Valentine,
my one and only true love
I cannot wait till we meet
in heaven, one day above.

Jesus, You are my Valentine,
Your grace is my eternal gift
only lasting love like this . . .
can bring my spirit such a lift.

Jesus, You are my Valentine,
I know I am Yours too . . .
for there is no greater love
then the one I found in You!

~~~~~~~~~~

Song of Solomon 2:4

“He brought me to the banqueting house,
and his banner over me was love.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

TLC Needed ~

Lord, I’m in need,
of some TLC . . .
so I asking You
to send some to me.

You see now-a-days,
it’s so hard to find
I don’t think it’s on
other people’s mind.

Everyone’s so busy,
doing what they do
I’m beginning to believe
they just forgot how to.

Maybe they don’t remember,
how to dispense it out
I may be wrong . . .
but, I still got my doubts.

Lord, I’m in need,
of some TLC . . .
and I know You have
plenty of it for me!

~~~~~~~~

1 John 4:16

“And we have known and believed
the love that God hath to us.
God is love; and he that dwelleth
in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

The Mystery of God’s Love ~

Lord, I cannot illustrate,
the mystery of Your love
for it rises higher than the moon
hanging onto the skies above.

I cannot measure it,
not the distance or the length
I cannot grasp it . . .
not its power or its strength.

I cannot calculate it,
not the width or the depth
I cannot fathom it . . .
without holding in my breath.

I cannot explain it,
not how far or how near
I cannot clarify it . . .
though I can feel it here.

I cannot imagine it,
beyond what my eyes can see
and yet I am amazed . . .
to infinity ~ You love me.

Lord, I cannot illustrate.
Your lovingkindess from above
but, I know I cannot live  . . .
without Your everlasting love!

~~~~~~~~

Jeremiah 31:3

“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.”

King James Bible
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

Because He First Loved Me ~

I lift my eyes heavenward,
till I envision in my mind . . .
the glory that’s awaiting me
the day with Jesus I will be

My heart swells up with joy,
a chorus of praise begins
for all God is doing for me
till the day with Him I will be.

I feel the burning in my soul,
as my trust begins to flare
I know my hope will carry me
till the day with my God I will be.

My spirit sings sweet melodies,
eternal peace they usher in
oh, the bliss that’s awaiting me
on the day with my Savior I will be.

I lift my eyes heavenward,
till I envision in my mind . . .
the day with my Lord I will be
all because He first loved me!

~~~~~~~~~

1 John 4:19

“We love him,
because he first loved us.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Unconditional Love

~

Once I was lost,
out looking for love
everywhere else
but from above.

I thought I’d find,
something real
but true contentment
I could never feel.

I didn’t believe,
love couldn’t be found
I had plenty to give
but, none was inbound.

Now I have love,
deeper than man can give
for they ~ know not how
to forget and forgive.

Once I was lost,
then I looked to God above
and I found in Jesus . . .
true, unconditional love!

~~~~~~~~~

Jeremiah 31:3

“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.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

The Love of God ~

May you know the love of God,
in all of its glory and fullness
may you uncover its very depth
and the meaning of His richness.

May you discover the love of God,
in all of its purity and loveliness
may you perceive its very height
and be filled with His faithfulness.

May you sense the love of God,
in all of its peace and kindness
may you feel its very breadth
and be calmed by His tenderness.

May you discern the love of God,
in all of its grace and gentleness
may you detect its very length
and behold all of His mercifulness.

May you love the Lord, your God,
with all of your heart and soul
may you come to Him right now
and let Him make your life whole!

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

Ephesians 3:17-19
King James Version

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

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Endless Love ~

God’s love is endless,
we cannot measure it
in the entire universe
not all of it, would fit.

The expansiveness,
of the world around us
can’t contain all His love
it would ooze and gush.

Even in the vastness,
of the space above
could the totality of it
be filled with His love.

The earth and seas,
and all that is below
could not hold His love
for it would overflow.

God’s love is endless,
the lost cannot fathom it
but for those who know Him
it is a perfect fit!

~~~~~~~~~~

Ephesians 3:18-19
King James Version

“May be able to comprehend with all saints
what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height;
And to know the love of Christ, which passeth knowledge,
that ye might be filled with all the fulness of God.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Love Letter from God ~

Today I received,
a love letter from God
I opened up my Bible
here is what I read . . .

I am your Creator,
before you were born
I molded and formed you
just like the dew in the morn.

I’m the remedy to your needs,
I am your soothing balm
I’m the peace in your storm
I am the voice that is calm.

I’m all the grace you need,
in Me, there is eternal life
I came so that I could bear
the burden of your strife.

I am your staff of comfort,
I will shield and protect you
through life’s complexities
together we’ll journey through.

I am the anchor of your soul,
a safe place to run and hide
I will never forsake you . . .
I am always at your side.

I’m the lamp unto your way,
with my Word I will guide
I am the One who you feel
stirring up deep inside.

I am your Creator,
I knew you from the start
that is why I gave to you
for Me ~ a loving heart!

~~~~~~~~~~~

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

Come, My Beloved ~

Come, My beloved one,
come and follow Me
for there is no better day
come and move My way.

Come, My beloved one,
come and lean on Me
for there is an empty place
come so I may fill the space.

Come, My beloved one,
come and draw near to me
for there is an untold need
come and let My Spirit lead.

Come, My beloved one,
come and be one with Me
come, My beloved one
for you belong to Me.

~~~~~~~~~

John 13:23
King James Version

“Now there was leaning on Jesus’ bosom
one of his disciples, whom Jesus loved.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

The Greatest Love ~

So great is God’s love,
the whole world it embraces
so He gave the greatest gift
to every nation, to all the races.

God’s one and only Son,
came with the greatest invitation
those who puts their faith in Him
would be saved from damnation.

With the greatest certainty,
He guaranteed no eternal loss
promised salvation would come
from the One upon the cross.

With the greatest of assurance,
God grants us peace eternally
when Jesus, His greatest gift
we invite to live internally!

~~~~~~~~~~

John 3:16
King James Version

“For God so loved the world,
that he gave his only begotten Son,
that whosoever believeth in him
should not perish, but have
everlasting life.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Roses Aren’t Always Red ~

Roses aren’t always red,
violets can be white or blue
but what never changes ~ Lord
is the love coming from You.

I know I’m not perfect,
but You love me any way
Your love is like the sunshine
that brightens up my day.

You love me like no other,
what more could I need
for Your love comes with . . .
a satisfaction guaranteed.

Your love is in my heart,
I can feel it in each beat
without it my life . . .
would be incomplete.

Roses sometimes are red,
violets may come blue
but Your love for me ~ Lord
remains constantly true!

~~~~~~~~~~~

1 John 4:16
King James Version

“And we have known and believed
the love that God hath to us.
God is love; and he that dwelleth
in love dwelleth in God, and God in him.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Love Came to Conquer ~

Love came to conquer,
Love came to deploy
mercy and grace . . .
so sin it could destroy.

Love came to stop,
the adulterer and murderer
the thug and the thief
the blasphemous, perjurer.

Love came to overcome,
the anxious and worried
the fearful and the afraid
the troubled and wearied.

Love came to defeat,
the back biter and gossiper
the arrogant and the conceited
the prideful, ego worshiper.

Love came to overpower,
the rebellious and greedy
the contentiously, belligerent
the sordid and seedy.

Love came to conquer,
each and every sin
Love came to save
Love came to win!

~~~~~~

Romans 8:37
King James Version

“Nay, in all these things
we are more than conquerors
through him that loved us.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

The Only Love ~

Know Greater Love ~

They say love makes,
this world go around
but now a days . . .
it’s harder to be found.

We want to find love,
lasting and real
love that goes deeper
than just how we feel.

We search for it,
in all sorts of places
we look to find it
on stranger’s faces.

Seldom do we see,
the love that we need
to our worldly lusts
we so often heed.

But, if we want to know,
a love that is greater
we needn’t look past
our Lord and Savior.

For, there’s no better love,
on which we can depend
then the one that comes
from our eternal Friend!

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

John 15:13
King James Version

“Greater love hath no man than this,
that a man lay down his life for his friends.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Heart Matters ~

There isn’t a heart too cold,
that God can’t melt
there isn’t one too stony
where He can’t be felt.

There isn’t a heart too cynical,
that God can’t shake
there isn’t one too hardened
that He can’t break.

There isn’t a heart too rigid,
that God can’t move
there isn’t a heart too rough
that He can’t smooth.

There isn’t a heart too lost,
that God can’t find
there isn’t a heart too far off
that He’d leave behind.

There isn’t a heart too broken,
that God can’t love
there isn’t a heart in the world
that He would ever let go of.

~~~~~~~~~

John 3:16
King James Version

“For God so loved the world,
that he gave his only begotten Son,
that whosoever believeth in him
should not perish,
but have everlasting life.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

 

God’s Love in Motion ~

God’s love in motion,
goes round and round
reaches out to the lost
and saves the found.

It is perpetual,
it can never be stopped
God’s love in motion
will never be topped.

It is everlasting,
continues into eternity
God’s love in motion
brings infinite serenity.

It is unconditional,
there are no qualifications
God’s love in motion
arrives at its destinations.

God’s love in motion,
is constant and true
there isn’t a heart . . .
He can’t get through!

~~~~~~~~~

Psalm 86:15
King James Version

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

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Where There is Love ~

Where there is light,
there is love
where there is hope
there is love
where there is truth
there is love
where there is faith
there is love
where there is trust
there is love . . .

Where there is joy
there is love
where there is happiness
there is love
where there is goodness
there is love
where there is gentleness
there is love
where there is kindness
there is love . . .

Where there is forgiveness
there is love
where there is grace
there is love
where there is mercy
there is love
where there is peace
there is love
where there’s a cross
there is God’s love . . !

~~~~~~~~~~~

John 3:16
King James Version

“For God so loved the world,
that he gave his only begotten Son,
that whosoever believeth in him
should not perish, but have everlasting life.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Who Can Comprehend?

Who can comprehend,
this love that is world-wide
who can grasp onto
this call to be His bride?

Who can comprehend,
a love that is without end
who can figure out
the true passion of a Friend?

Who can comprehend,
love going into eternity
who can stretch their hearts
into this place of serenity.

Who can comprehend,
love reaching deep within
who can see the real need
for forgiveness of their sin.

Who can comprehend,
the love God has for us
who can fully understand it . . .
those who completely trust!

~~~~~~~~~

Ephesians 3:18-19
King James Version

“May be able to comprehend with all saints
what is the breadth, and length, and depth, and height;

And to know the love of Christ,
which passeth knowledge, that ye might be
filled with all the fulness of God.

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

God is Love ~

 

God is love,
it’s undeniably true
He wants you to know
how much He loves you.

God loves you,
for who you are
He loves you up close
and from afar.

His love is forever,
it will never depart
He loves you today
with all of His heart.

God loves you right now,
tomorrow too. . .
for, His love is eternal
it will always be true.

God is love,
this you mustn’t deny
He brings new life
on this you can rely!

~~~~~~~

1 John 4:8
King James Version

“He that loveth not knoweth not God;
for God is love.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka