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!

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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!

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1 John 4:8
King James Version

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

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Only on The Cross ~

Only on the cross,
will you find forgiveness
only on the cross will love
strengthen your weakness.

Only on the cross,
will you find happiness
only on the cross will love
ease your loneliness.

Only on the cross,
will you find inner peace
only on the cross will love
cause faith to be released.

Only on the cross,
will you find eternal grace
only on the cross will love
cause your sins to be erased

Only on the cross,
will you find love that is real
only on the cross . . .
can love restore and heal!

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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.”

~ Amen and Amen ~

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

A Love-Hate Problem ~

I love the Lord,
but I hate any sin
that keeps me from
getting closer to Him.

I love others,
as God wants me too
it is the sin I hate
the evil that I do.

A love-hate problem,
I simply can’t ignore
for my sins I know
God greatly abhors.

But Jesus died,
so I could live
on the cross of Calvary
He came to forgive.

Without His grace,
I’d stand condemned
before the throne
God, I would offend.

I despise my sin,
I loathe my brokenness
if not for Jesus’ love
there’d be no wholeness!

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Proverbs 6:16-19
King James Version

“These six things doth the Lord hate:
yea, seven are an abomination unto him:

A proud look, a lying tongue,
and hands that shed innocent blood,

An heart that deviseth wicked imaginations,
feet that be swift in running to mischief,

A false witness that speaketh lies,
and he that soweth discord among brethren.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Fruits of Love ~

Plant your roots in the Bible,
water them every single day
feed upon the Word of God
grow in the righteous way.

Nurture yourself in the Bible,
let Jesus’ grace take a firm hold
then you’ll produce fruits of love
beautifully, bountifully bold.

Establish yourself in the Bible,
firmly set down your foundation
let the roots of your faith
be grounded in your salvation.

Plant your treasures in heaven,
be rooted in the Kingdom to come
pray for the Holy Spirit’s indwelling
so to root-rot you won’t succumb!

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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

God’s Love Stays True ~

God’s love never fails,
it won’t wither or pale
God’s love stays true
makes everything new.

God’s love is firm,
though we may squirm
God’s love is patient
when we’re complacent.

God’s love is kind,
though we’re resigned
God’s love is gentle
when we’re temperamental.

God’s love is just,
though we may not trust
God’s love is pure
when we’re insecure.

God’s love never ceases,
though we fall to pieces
God’s love is hope
when we can’t cope.

God’s love never pales,
though we may fail
God’s love stays true
whilst making us new!

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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

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

There is a Hollow ~

There is a vast hollow,
an empty space I feel
and I know it’s a void
that only God can fill.

So, I turn my face to Him,
I lift up my barren soul
I pray to Him asking
to fill up the gaping hole.

He gives me His peace,
then offers up more grace
now true contentment
fills up the lonely space.

No longer is there a hollow,
I’m focused on God above
the gaping void now overflows
with the fullness of His love!

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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 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

Perfect Love ~

Love casts out all fear,
it removes every doubt
for Love that is perfect
takes all the worry out.

Love heals the heart,
it soaks up the pain
for Love that is perfect
is not given out in vain.

Love mends the mind,
it gives everlasting hope
for Love that is perfect
helps the soul to cope.

Love restores faith,
removes all the stress
for Love that is perfect
can and will only bless.

Love give us power,
it keeps us secure
for God’s love is perfect
it’s our eternal future!

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1 John 4:18
King James Version

“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.”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

Just As You Are ~

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

God loves you,
He sees your fight
He hears your battle
long into the night.

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

God loves you,
He understands
all of your wounds
are in His hands.

God loves you,
has His eye on you
He’ll not let you fall
if Him you cling too.

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

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

Psalm 138:8
King James Version

“The Lord will perfect that which concerns me.”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

Bleeding-Hearts ~

We search for love,
in all the wrong places
we seek acceptance
in strangers faces.

We go to chat rooms,
join a dating service
hoping our soul mate
comes to the surface.

We go to nightclubs,
we party, we dance
scanning the crowd
for a little romance.

We wish and we hope,
we beg and we pray
our truest of loves
will come our way.

We are often foolish,
unwise and soft-hearted
and our bleeding-hearts
are often discarded.

So, if you are looking,
for someone you can love
just open up your heart
and look up above.

Jesus loves you,
like no one else ever will . . .
the emptiness in your heart
His grace will quench and fill!

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John 15:13
King James Version

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

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

My Compass of Love ~

Lord, Your love is my compass,
I use it everyday . . .
for I know it will lead me
to the true and righteous way.

When I need directions,
Your love guides me
so I can be nearer
and closer to Thee.

Whenever things are foggy,
I look to the Morning Star
knowing You will point me
right to where You are.

I can’t explain the expanse,
of Your love and grace
but no matter where I go
I feel it shine on my face.

Lord, Your love is full,
of truth and compassion
it has become for me . . .
my one true companion!

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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.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

Fused ~

I’ve not always understood,
the path of pain God took me on
but, I am so very grateful
for it led me straight to His Son.

For, when my heart was troubled,
and my mind was confused
I learn to lean on my Savior
and now the two of us are fused.

When my life delivered me,
so many worldly cares . . .
I found I could release them
onto Jesus with my prayers.

Now the faith I have in my Lord,
cannot ever be shaken
for, He has proven to me . . .
He’d never leave me forsaken!

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Proverbs 3:5-6
King James Version

“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart;
and lean not unto thine own understanding.
In all thy ways acknowledge him,
and he shall direct thy paths.”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

God’s Love Stays Forever True ~

People come, people go,
but God will never leave
abandon you He will not
this you must trust and believe.

People stand by, people walk,
but Jesus always stays
His love for you remains
throughout all your days.

People please, people offend,
but God will not let you down
He promises never to leave
for you He is always around.

People help, people hinder,
but Jesus will not disappoint
He is your soothing balm
your soul’s healing ointment.

People come, people go,
but God’s love stays forever true
your name is in His Book of Life . . .
because Jesus first loved you!

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Deuteronomy 31:6
King James Version

“Be strong and of a good courage,
fear not, nor be afraid of them:
for the Lord thy God,
he it is that doth go with thee;
he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

Love Is ~

Love that is . . .
patient and kind
that reaches down
touching mankind.

Love that is chaste,
pure in its thought
that humbles itself
before it’s sought.

Love that holds,
its temper still
is not angered
feels no ill-will.

Love that hopes,
is full of desire
that holds itself true
that doesn’t expire.

Love that trusts,
believes and is sure
that is forever
that which will endure.

Love that never fails,
or ceases to be
that can’t be bought
but which is free.

Love that is honest,
sincere and real
that evil and darkness
can’t conceal.

Love that comes,
from deep in your heart
that which only
the Lord can impart.

This is the love . . .
we ought to show
to each and every
person that we know!

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1 Corinthians 13:4-7
King James Version

“Charity suffereth long,
and is kind; charity envieth not;
charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up,
Doth not behave itself unseemly,
seeketh not her own,
is not easily provoked, thinketh no evil;
Rejoiceth not in iniquity,
but rejoiceth in the truth;
Beareth all things, believeth all things,
hopeth all things, endureth all things.”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

Warts and All !

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

So I went looking,
for my true love . . .
thought he’d be here on earth
instead, He came from above.

With all of my warts,
Jesus saw what was inside
my true love found in me
what other’s only denied.

He peered into my heart,
He looked deep into my soul
so I took a leap of faith . . .
and now I’m complete and whole.

If you are out there looking,
for a  Prince to  forever love . . .
then the moral to my story
is to ~ just look above!

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1 Samuel 16:7
King James Version

“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.”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

Jesus Loves You ~

Jesus loves you,
like no one else ever will
no other could impart
the joy that He can instill.

Jesus wants you,
like no one else could aspire
no other could arouse your soul
or in you, so inspire.

Jesus cares for you,
like no one else could ever do
no other can incite
the peace inside of you.

Jesus cherishes you,
like no one else could entertain
no other could hold the treasure
that in Jesus you can obtain.

Jesus loves you,
all He wants is your love back
no other would die for you
so that you would never lack!

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Romans 5:8
King James Version

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

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

When All You Have Left is Jesus ~

When all you have left is anguish,
when there’s nothing more you can do
and all of your pain and suffering
has taken the very best from you.

When your trials turn to tribulations,
when they start to overburden you
and the measure of your troubles
you can no longer alone get through.

When your misery turns to despair,
when you feel a hopelessness inside
and another raging, internal storm
you don’t have the strength to ride.

When all you have left is Jesus,
when you finally come to your knees
and you give Him all your hardships
you’ll find He’ll fulfill all your needs.

For Jesus is our Friend and Savior,
and He will never disappoint
He is always there to help us . . .
before we reach our breaking point!

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John 15:13
King James Version

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

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

He Knows Your Name ~

You I have formed,
your name I know
with you in this life
I will be sure to go.

No oceans too deep,
no rivers too wide
a way out of your troubles
to you I’ll provide.

Wherever you go,
I’ll be with you
whatever you face
I’ll see it through.

No flame shall sear,
your heart from Me
for I’ll kindle the fire
so My love you’ll see.

There’s nothing to fear,
there’s no need to dread
for I’ve redeemed you
with Life giving Bread.

I’ll never leave you,
for thou art Mine
on the days of your life
My light I’ll shine.

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Isaiah 43:1-3
King James Version

“But now thus saith the LORD that created thee,
O Jacob, and he that formed thee, O Israel,
Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called
thee by thy name; thou art mine. When thou passest
through the waters, I will be with thee;
and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee:
when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not
be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.
For I am the LORD thy God, the Holy One of Israel, thy Saviour:”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

My First Love ~

Under the arbor of my soul,
with my First Love, I sit and rest
the fragrance of His grace
reminds me of how much I’m blessed.

On the trellis of my mind,
He supports my every limb
He reinforces His love for me
so I may lean evermore on Him.

Beneath the lattice of my heart,
there lies an undying devotion
and the mercy He has for me
consumes me with raw emotion.

He is the framework of my faith,
my life in Jesus is forever entwined
and the love I found under the arbor
is of His plan and by His design!

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Jeremiah 29:11
King James Version

“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you,
saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil,
to give you an expected end.”

 

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

The Mystery Of His Love

Lord, I cannot illustrate,
the mystery of Your love
for it rises higher
than the moon 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
for I can’t analyze its breadth.

I cannot describe it,
not how near or how far
I cannot spell out it
for I can’t explain where You are.

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

Lord, I cannot illustrate
this mystery from above
yet I know I cannot live without
Your everlasting love!

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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 2012
Deborah Ann Belka

God Will Prevail ~

It’s not about the fall,
or the number of times we fail
it’s about getting back up
even though we are frail.

It’s not about the troubles,
that we get ourselves in
it’s about our decision
whether to continue in our sin.

It’s not about the breakdown,
or the times we come apart
it’s about if we emerge
with repentance in our heart.

It’s not about the wheat,
that goes through the sieve
it’s about the chaff that remains
and the ones who still believe.

It’s not about the fall,
or the number of times we fail
it’s about the times we rise
knowing God’s mercy will prevail!

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Proverbs 24:16
King James Version

“For a just man falleth seven times,
and riseth up again: but the wicked
shall fall into mischief.”

Copyright 2012
Deborah Ann Belka

Every Cry

Every cry is heard,
by His loving ear
there’s not one sob
that He does not hear.

Every distressful plea,
He hears the timbre of its gloom
the pitch of every prayer
He knows just from whom.

Every request for help,
to Him is loud and clear
every call for relief
echo’s in His holy ear.

Every cry of pain,
He knows from where it came
every tear that falls
He understands the droplet’s frame.

Every cry is heard,
not one ~ will He not hear
there isn’t a single sob
that doesn’t reach His mighty ear.

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2 Samuel 22:7
King James Version
“In my distress I called upon the LORD,
and cried to my God: and he did hear my voice
out of his temple, and my cry did enter into his ears.”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

The Tapestry of His Love ~

He took two threads of love,
and wove me in the womb
covered me with a tapestry
that was made upon His loom.

He did the fine needlework,
of all the fibers of my frame
He skillfully sewed us together
so our image would be the same.

He embroidered in my soul,
the desire to know His will
then interlaced us together
with the Holy Spirit’s seal.

He stitched so intricately,
all the details inside of me
so that the fabric of His life
the unwoven eye could see.

He held the needle in His hand,
and used love as His thread
He formed me in the womb
and to Him ~ I’m forever lead

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Psalm 139:15
King James Version

“My substance was not hid from thee, when I
was made in secret, and curiously wrought in
the lowest parts of the earth.”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

Smile, You Know Who Loves You!

What’s that look on your face,
why are you so depressed?
You know that with Jesus,
how much you’re truly blessed.

In this world, we’ll suffer loss,
things may not go our way
but Jesus came to give us
a new and brighter day.

Though you may feel empty,
Jesus fills you with His grace
and His tender mercies
He wants you to embrace.

I know your heart is heavy,
from the worries that your bear
but you know Jesus is the one
who will take away your cares.

Jesus has promised all of us,
to be Faithful and True
now there, that should help . . .
bring the smile out of you!

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Revelation 19:11
King James Version

“And I saw heaven opened,
and behold a white horse;
and he that sat upon him was called
Faithful and True,”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

My Day Star ~

My Day Star arises,
with the morning light
He shines in dark places
all through the night.

When the dawn breaks,
He gets up with me
and all of His splendor
my eyes, can’t wait to see.

He enlightens my soul,
with His glory and grace
and His love I can feel
bringing joy to my face.

His Spirit rests on me,
in my soul, He quakes
when I read His Word
my heart to Him shapes.

I seek Him each morn,
His wisdom He bestows
the Light of the world
in my life, forever glows.

My Day Star arises,
with me each new day
He shines in dark places
as I go along my way!

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2 Peter 1:19
King James Version

“We have also a more sure word of prophecy;
whereunto ye do well that ye take heed,
 as unto a light that shineth in a dark place,
 until the day dawn, and the day star
arise in your hearts:”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

God’s Love Is ~

God’s love is like a dewdrop,
that glistens in the sun
glowing in the warmth
from the light of His Son.

It’s a breath of fresh air,
full of the fragrance of Spring
filling up the senses
with the beauty that it  brings.

It’s as sturdy as an oak,
as solid as a rock
firmly holding onto those
who gather as His flock.

It’s a taste of pure heaven,
a piece of pleasure and delight
to savor in the morning hours
to enjoy throughout the night.

It’s as straight as an arrow,
that knows its intended mark
aiming for those who wander
to have a change of heart.

It’s as boundless as the ocean,
an endless mountain stream
flowing with living waters
that has no ridge or seam.

God’s love is as gentle as a Lamb,
so tender and so calm
for it brings the soul comfort
like the soothing of a balm!

~~~~~~~~~

2 Corinthians 13:11
King James Version

“Be of good comfort, be of one mind,
live in peace;  and the God  of love and peace
will be with you.”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

Our Eternal Assurance ~

God’s love never fails,
it never fades or pales
that is our assurance
our eternal insurance.

Our soul He’ll protect,
He promises to perfect
our mind and our heart
when hope we impart.

He’s the light in our lamp,
redemption’s seal and stamp
the source of our power
no matter the day or hour.

He is the grace in our cup,
when on His Word we sup
our faith in Him will grow
the more about Him we know.

God is the Father, the Son
the Holy Spirit ~ makes one
to us that is His assurance
to all, His eternal insurance!

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1 Thessalonians 1:5
King James Version

“For our gospel came not unto you in word only,
but also in power, and in the Holy Ghost,
and in much assurance; as ye know what manner
of men we were among you for your sake.

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

God’s Love is Like ~

God’s love is like a dewdrop,
that glistens in the sun
glowing in the warmth
from the light of His Son.

It’s a breath of fresh air,
full of the fragrance of spring
filling up the senses
with the beauty that it brings.

It’s as sturdy as an oak,
as solid as a rock
firmly holding onto those
who gather as His flock.

It’s a taste of pure heaven,
a piece of pleasure and delight
to savor in the morning hours
to enjoy throughout the night.

It’s as straight as an arrow,
that knows its intended mark
aiming for those who wander
to have a change of heart.

It’s as boundless as the ocean,
an endless mountain stream
flowing with living waters
that has no ridge or seam.

God’s love is gentle as a Lamb,
so tender and so calm
for it brings comfort to the soul
like the soothing of a balm!

~~~~~~~~~~

2 Corinthians 13:11
King James Version

“Be of good comfort,
be of one mind, live in peace;
and the God of love and peace
will be with you.”

Copyright 2012
Deborah Ann Belka

No Greater Love ~

No greater love than this,
that Jesus would die for me
no greater Friend . . .
will this world 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 than this,
to the world from their King
no greater comfort . .
than the peace He will bring!

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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.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2012
Deborah Ann Belka