When My Mind Is Calm ~

When my mind is calm,
when it is at rest
when it feels as if . . .
it cannot be stressed.

Lord, it’s only because,
it is stayed on You
and all of the things
that I know are true.

When my mind is peaceful,
when it is not disturbed
when it feels as if . . .
it cannot be perturbed.

Lord, it is only because,
it is focused on You
and not on the things
that the world spews.

When my mind is fixed,
Lord, on where You are
the day till I’m with You
feels like it isn’t very far!

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Isaiah 26:3

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

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A Peaceful Quiet ~

A feeling of peaceful quiet,
a restfulness deep inside
the presence of such calm
is when God is at my side.

Around me there’s a storm,
resembling a roaring sea
yet, that feeling of stillness
still flourishes inside me.

A feeling of peaceful quiet,
a serenity that flows about
the presence of His holiness
I can feel it surge throughout.

While the sea may be stormy,
as it rages through my mind
my heart is calmly reassured
His strength is mine to find.

A feeling of peaceful quiet,
a calmness that far exceeds
all my wishes and desires . . .
for, God surpasses all my needs!

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Psalm 29:11

“The Lord will give
strength unto his people;
the Lord will bless his
people with peace.”

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Let The Peace Of God Rule ~

Let the peace of God,
your heart come to rule . . .
let it be to you
like a cherished jewel.

For it is precious,
something to treasure
as God will release it
onto you without measure.

Let the peace of Christ,
encompass all of you
so not to be anxious
in anything that you do.

For it transcends,
all of our understanding
keeping our faith and trust
in our minds expanding.

Let the peace of God,
rule the very heart of you
and as it does . . .
be for it thankful too!

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Colossians 3:15

And let the peace of God
rule in your hearts, to the
which also ye are called
in one body; and be ye thankful.

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On God Focused In ~

Whenever my mind,
on God is in focus
my trust in Him
I can really notice.

For when my thoughts,
His love spotlights
into Him I get bigger
and brighter insights.

Whenever my heart,
on Jesus is fixated
my faith in Him
gets over-inflated.

For when my spirit,
His grace highlights
the more His return
delights and excites.

When my mind and heart,
are on God stayed . . .
the more to His peace
my spirit is swayed!

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Isaiah 26:3

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

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My Peace I Leave ~

My peace I leave you,
My peace you’ll know
it will be with you
wherever you go.

Peace, unimaginable,
peace ever calm
peace as refreshing
as a cool soothing balm.

In times of trouble,
in times of woe
My peace in your heart
I want you to know.

Peace, that reconciles,
peace that will unite
peace that is eternal
full of truth and light.

My peace surpasses,
that which you know
My peace I leave you
because I love you so!

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John 14:27

“Peace I leave with you,
my peace I give unto you:
not as the world giveth,
give I unto you.
Let not your heart be troubled,
neither let it be afraid.”

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The Lord Makes Me ~

The Lord makes me,
to lie down and rest
even if I don’t think . . .
for me its the best.

He tells me it’s time,
for me to unwind
so my life with His
can be realigned.

The Lord makes me,
to stop what I’m doing
for He knows when I need
heart and soul renewing.

He tells me to take,
a long needed breather
so He can help me be
a wiser believer.

The Lord makes me,
it’s not always my choice
to find rest in Him . . .
so I can hear His voice!

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Psalm 23:2

The Lord is my shepherd;
I shall not want. He makes
me to lie down in green pastures;
He leads me beside the still waters.

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In The Waiting Season ~

There is a season,
it is called waiting . . .
a time entrenched
to God in praying.

It’s a time we learn,
just how to be still
a time to trust Him
until we know His will.

It’s a season of questions,
filled with anticipation
a time where our hope
exceeds our expectation.

It’s a period of delay,
with no end in sight
a time when our faith
we hold to us tight.

There is a season,
waiting is its name . . .
and when it is over
we’re never the same!

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Psalm 27:14

Wait on the Lord:
be of good courage,
and he shall strengthen
thine heart: wait,
I say, on the Lord.

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Deborah Ann Belka

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A Quiet Heart Knows ~

A quiet heart,
must be still
to hear the voice
of God’s will.

An inward calm,
is its assurance
He is in control
is its insurance.

Life in His hand,
is peace known
where trust runs deep
His way is shown.

Abiding hope,
is His promise
eternal love
is its solace.

A quiet heart,
knows to be
still and calm
till with God it be!

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Psalm 46:10

“Be still,
and know
that I am God:”

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Praying Even Harder ~

Waiting on my Lord,
praying for His will
praying even harder . . .
learning to be still.

Hoping in my Lord,
praying for His grace
praying even harder . . .
today I can face.

Trusting in my Lord,
praying for an answer
praying even harder . . .
my fears I can conquer.

Believing in my Lord,
praying for His peace
praying even harder . . .
my cares I can release.

Waiting on my Lord,
praying for the courage
praying even harder . . .
not to be discouraged!

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Psalm 46.10

Be still, and know that I am God:
I will be exalted among the heathen,
I will be exalted in the earth.

Psalm 27:14

“Wait on the Lord be of good courage,
and he shall strengthen thine heart:
wait, I say, on the Lord.”

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In The Stillness ~

Calm waters across the bay,
small ripples aqua blue
quiet moments on the shore
in the stillness God there’s You.

As far as my eyes can see,
Your peace is all around
I look and can see Your beauty
from the sky to the ground.

My ears can barely hear,
whispers on the breeze
Lord, these tranquil moments
remind me of Your ease.

I stand on the sandy beach,
Your peacefulness I take in
I sense the loving calmness
of Your Spirit deep within.

I watch in silent wonder,
reveling in the quietness
I listen as the silence . . .
absorbs Your awesomeness!

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Psalm 89:9

“Thou rulest the raging of the sea:
when the waves thereof arise,
thou stillest them.”

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Rest My Soul Be At Rest ~

Rest my soul be at rest,
return to your state of peace
give your fears to the Lord
onto Him your anxieties release.

Revisit His loving kindness,
dwell in the calmness of His ease
retire thyself in His fullness
let His grace bow your weary knees.

Rest my soul be at rest,
recall the day Jesus you met
give all your worries to Him
and over them do not fret.

Go back to your youthful days,
remember His patience bountiful
reclaim your right to His respite
for His mercies are plentiful.

Rest, my soul be at rest,
let God comfort and console
return to your state of peace
let His calm take back control!

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Psalm 116:7

“Return unto thy rest,
O my soul;
for the LORD hath dealt
bountifully with thee.”

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The Peace Of God Transcends ~

The peace of God transcends,
anything we can perceive
and so sometimes . . .
it’s hard for us to receive.

But, if we were to let,
our hearts become still
and focus in on Jesus
our minds peace would fill.

The peace Jesus left us,
in this world can’t be found
no matter where you look
you won’t find it around.

But, if we keep our hearts,
troubled and worry free
what keeps us from His peace
would from our minds flee.

The peace of God exceeds,
what we will ever know . . .
unless in prayer to Jesus
we every day will go!

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Philippians 4:7

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

John 14:27

Peace I leave with you,
my peace I give unto you:
not as the world giveth,
give I unto you.
Let not your heart be troubled,
neither let it be afraid.

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God Brings Me Comfort ~

God brings me comfort,
when I am afflicted
He brings me peace
when I feel conflicted.

My soul He soothes,
when I’m knee deep in trouble
my heart He calms . . .
when with cares I struggle.

God brings me comfort,
when down in the valley
His love causes me . . .
to rise up and to rally.

My mind He quiets,
when filled with stress
my thoughts He stills
when with worry I wrest.

God brings me comfort,
on Him I can rely . . .
to give me peace of mind
that only He can supply!

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2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Blessed be God, even the Father
of our Lord Jesus Christ,
the Father of mercies,
and the God of all comfort;

Who comforteth us in all our tribulation,
that we may be able to comfort
them which are in any trouble,
by the comfort wherewith we ourselves
are comforted of God.

Psalm 23:4

Yea, though I walk through
the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil:
for thou art with me;
thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Matthew 11:28-30

Come unto me,
all ye that labour
and are heavy laden,
and I will give you rest.

Take my yoke upon you,
and learn of me;
for I am meek and lowly in heart:
and ye shall find rest unto your souls.

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My Soul Waits ~

My soul waits,
in hope I lookout
to God’s Word
I remain devout.

I trust and believe,
if He is to tarry
the banner of hope
I’ll continue to carry.

My soul waits,
it stands ready
my faith in Jesus
remains steady.

I keep my eyes open,
my ears itch to hear
the trump telling me
Jesus is at last here.

My souls waits,
in hope I hold on
for my trust remains . . .
in God and His Son!

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Psalm 130:5-6

I wait for the Lord,
my soul doth wait,
and in his word do I hope.

My soul waiteth for the Lord
more than they that watch
for the morning: I say, more
than they that watch for the
morning.

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In Perfect Peace ~

In perfect peace,
God, you keep me
whenever my mind
is stayed on Thee.

For when it roams,
to places dark
everything appears
so bleak and stark.

Restful peace,
God, in you I find
to put to ease
my worried mind.

For when it wanders,
from You far away
my trust too drifts
aimlessly astray.

In perfect peace,
my mind is kept
when God my heart . . .
by Your calm is swept!

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Isaiah 26:3

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

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Wrapped Up In God’s Peace ~

When I find myself,
wrapped up in God’s peace
the breath inside of me
is easier to release.

For the peace of God,
relieves the tension
releasing me from
all my apprehension.

When I find myself,
in God’s peace guarded
with anxious thoughts
I’m no longer bombarded.

For the peace of God,
eases all the pressure
making my heart feel
lighter than a feather.

When I find myself,
in God’s peace wrapped
my mind won’t let go . . .
until more can be tapped!

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Philippians 4:6-7

Be careful for nothing;
but in every thing by prayer
and supplication with
thanksgiving let your requests
be made known unto God.

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

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In Times Such As These ~

In times such as these,
we need God’s peace
we need Him each day
more of it to release.

For, without His peace,
it’s so hard to cope
if our minds aren’t filled
with faith, trust and hope.

In times such as these,
we need God’s calm
we need it everyday
to be our soul’s balm.

For, without His calm,
there is only anxiety
that comes from living
in today’s society.

In times such as these,
we need God to release
daily into our hearts . . .
His perfect calm and peace!

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Philippians 4:6-7

Be careful for nothing;
but in every thing by prayer
and supplication
with thanksgiving
let your requests be made
known unto God.

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

Isaiah 26:3

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

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Rising Above ~

I’m mounting up,
rising above
all my frailties
in God’s love.

On Him I’ll wait,
till I am strong
trusting in Him
all the day long.

I will be quiet,
and remain still
till He shows me
what is His will.

My cares I’ll give,
to Him to resolve
so all of my fears
my faith can dissolve.

I’m mounting up,
in confidence . . .
for I have hope
in His providence!

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Psalm 27:14

Wait on the Lord:
be of good courage,
and he shall strengthen
thine heart: wait,
I say, on the Lord.

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Know And Be Still ~

Stop what you’re doing,
I want you to be awed
know and be still . . .
by the fact I am God.

Quit trying,
let Me take care of you
quit stumbling
I know just what to do.

Quick fretting,
let Me work things out
quit worrying
give Me all your doubt.

Quit panicking,
your future is in My hand
quit struggling
your days I have planned.

Be still My Child,
for I want you to know
that I am God . . .
and I love you so!

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Psalm 46:10

”Be still,
and know
that I am God”

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A Feeling Of Calmness ~

There is nothing quite like,
having a feeling of calmness
to be at peace with God
and to bask in His kindness.

It helps you to remain,
tranquil throughout the day
no matter what situation
may come about your way.

There is nothing better,
than an air of peacefulness
to delight oneself with . . .
thoughts of eternal happiness.

It helps you to continue,
to stay to God near
as you make your journey
while living down here.

There is nothing that beats,
having a heart and mind
soaking up all the peace
only in Jesus one can find!

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Philippians 4.7

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

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Life Untroubled ~

Jesus never promised,
life would be easy . .
nor things would be
carefree and breezy.

Instead He said we’d have,
tests and tribulation
while living in this world
we’d undergo frustration.

Jesus never promised,
life on earth would be just
nor how its wicked ways
on us wouldn’t be thrust.

Instead He said as we made,
our earthly journey here
to claim in Him our victory
and to be of good cheer.

Jesus never promised,
life would be untroubled
He said He’d give us peace
so not to be befuddled!

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John 16:33

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.

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Lacking Peace ~

Is there a piece,
of your peace missing
are you hanging onto
anxious, nervous living?

Well perfect love,
will cast out all fear
so when full of dread
just draw Jesus near.

Is there a chunk,
of your serenity absent
is your sense of calm
but a fragment?

Well fix your thoughts,
on the things above
and you will be filled
with His perfect love.

Is there a piece,
of your peace lacking
well, give to God all that is . . .
to you nerve-wracking!

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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.

Isaiah 26:3

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

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Be Still Until ~

When waiting on the Lord,
to answer your prayer . . .
don’t become discouraged
instead rest in His care.

When seeking His response,
for your wants and needs
don’t become depressed
be at peace til He leads.

When God is quiet,
but you heart isn’t so
don’t become worried
instead let His mercy flow.

When looking for a word,
to help show the way
don’t become disheartened
but, let joy fill your day.

When waiting on the Lord,
be still until . . . .
He shows to you
what is His perfect will!

~~~~~~~~~

1 Peter 5:7

“Casting all your care
upon him;
for he careth for you.”

Psalm 27:14

Wait on the Lord: be of good
courage, and he shall strengthen
thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord.

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A Time To Let God ~

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

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

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

A time for calmness,
when composure is gone
a time to discover
how to be closer drawn.

A time to be quiet,
to sit and be still
a time to actively seek
what is God’s perfect will.

A time for silence,
of both mind and 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 almighty wing.

A time to know and believe,
He’ll never leave or forsake
a time for God . . .
we all need to make!

~~~~~~~~~~

Ecclesiastes 3:1

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

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Waiting Patiently ~

If we’re to remain,
and wait patiently
we must be willing
to do so obediently.

For a heart anxious,
is one restless
and it often feels
dreary and listless.

If we’re to remain,
and wait graciously
we must be willing
to do so expectantly.

For a mind fretful,
is one hopeless
and it often feels
weak and helpless.

If we’re to remain,
hopeful and upbeat
we cannot let man
our faith deplete!

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Psalm 37:7

Rest in the Lord,
and wait patiently for him:
fret not thyself because of
him who prospereth in his way,
because of the man who bringeth
wicked devices to pass.

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One Step Forward ~

Sometimes all I can put,
is just one foot forward . . .
for it is all I can do
to keep moving onward.

For I know that I need,
to be diligent and patient
though I am overwhelmed
by today’s environment.

Sometimes I just take,
one step at a time . . .
for it is all I can make
as I see evil on the climb.

For I know I must be,
willing to wait and see
so that fear’s fingers
can’t seize a hold on me.

Sometimes I don’t move,
instead, still I just stand
and say to myself . . .
this is all in God’s hand!

~~~~~~~~

2 Samuel 22:37

Thou hast enlarged
my steps under me;
so that my feet did not slip.

Psalm 37:7

Rest in the Lord, and wait
patiently for him: fret not
thyself because of him who
prospereth in his way, because
of the man who bringeth
wicked devices to pass.

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Stay Still My Soul ~

Stay still my soul,
be still and know . . .
for God is with you
wherever you go.

Tremble yourself not,
rather wait and be still
for God will show you
what is His perfect will.

Be at rest my soul,
be at peace inside
let the Holy Spirit
in your heart reside.

Listen for His voice,
in the quiet stillness
and God will release
on you His calmness.

Stay sill my soul,
be still and know . . .
and from the truth
do not let go!

~~~~~~~~

Psalm 46:10

Be still, and know that I am God:
I will be exalted among the heathen,
I will be exalted in the earth.

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Pray As We Wait ~

As life’s storms,
we come upon
as more troubles
they bring on.

We need to pray,
as we sit and wait . . .
with forbearance
until they abate.

When life’s storms,
keep coming around
causing our worries
to teem and abound.

We need to hold fast,
to our future hope
as we sit and wait . . .
to help us to cope.

When life’s storms,
come at us straight
we’ll need God’s help
to sit and wait!

~~~~~~~~

Psalm 32:6

For this shall every one
that is godly pray unto
thee in a time when thou
mayest be found: surely
in the floods of great waters
they shall not come nigh unto him.

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Let God Rule Your Mind ~

Let God rule your mind,
let Him have His way
let His peace help you
navigate each day.

For when we seek,
His supernatural peace
into our lives He will
His quietness release.

Let God rule your heart,
let Him be your desire
let His peace be your
tranquility supplier.

For when we seek,
with a heart yearning
His peace will keep us
to Him, to keep turning.

Let God rule your mind,
let Him have your heart too
then just sit back and watch
what His peace in you can do!

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Colossians 3:15

And let the peace
of God rule in your
hearts, to the which
also ye are called in
one body; and
be ye thankful.

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Let Not Your Heart Be Troubled ~

Let not your heart be troubled,
let not worry start your day
for Jesus came to give you
a new and peaceful way.

Let not concern unsettle you,
let not stress take its toll
for Jesus will bring you calm
and quietness to your soul.

Let not your mind be burdened,
let not anguish weigh you down
for on Jesus you can depend
His tranquility will be around.

Let not your spirit fail you,
let not despair be what you feel
for Jesus wants your whole heart
to restore so He can heal.

Let not your heart be troubled,
let not it be afraid today . . .
for Jesus will bring you peace
and your anxiety will fade away!

~~~~~~~~~

2 Corinthians 4:17-18

For our light affliction,
which is but for a moment,
worketh for us a far more
exceeding and eternal
weight of glory;

While we look not at the things
which are seen, but at the things
which are not seen: for the things
which are seen are temporal;
but the things which are not seen
are eternal.

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God’s Quietness ~

Into my heart,
God brings His peace
so into my soul
calm He can release.

When troublemakers come,
He gives me tranquility
so I am not effected
by their open hostility.

Into my mind,
God brings quietness
so into my spirit
I can have stillness.

When chaos is all around,
in Him my soul is at ease
He gives me assurance
as men do as they please.

Into my heart,
God gives peace and grace
my soul He keeps quiet
when I seek His face!

~~~~~~~~

Job 34:29

When he giveth quietness,
who then can make trouble?
and when he hideth his face,
who then can behold him?
whether it be done against
a nation, or against a man only:

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