Soaking Up All Of God’s Peace ~

Sometimes I want to stand,
on top of the highest hill
raise my hands to the Lord
tell Him how I really feel.

I want to shout my love out,
hear His echo back at me
I want to close my eyes tight
hoping His glory I might see.

Sometimes I want to sit,
on the tallest mountain top
sing my praises to the Lord
and never let them stop.

I want to shower on Him,
my heartfelt gratitude
I want Him to see in me
for Him a thankful attitude.

Sometimes I just want to stand
soak up all of God’s peace . . .
and my joyful praise
onto Him empty and release!

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Psalm 71:8 

Let my mouth be filled
with thy praise and with
thy honour all the day.

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Let God Take You ~

Let God direct your steps,
let Him take you to . . .
all the different places
He has planned for you.

For He knows just where,
He would have you to be
and all of His purposes
for you He wants you to see.

Let God direct your steps,
let Him show to you
all the things He’s planned
for you to go and do.

For He already knows,
what is for you His will
so take the time to stop
to listen and be still.

Let God direct your steps,
and give to Him you ways
so He may lead and guide you
for the rest of your days!

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Proverbs 16:9

A man’s heart deviseth his way:
but the Lord directeth his steps.

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I Only Need To Believe ~

Sometimes I tell myself,
I only need to believe
so all of God’s promises . . .
for myself I could receive.

For I know it only takes,
a tiny mustard seed
for me to have all the faith
that I am going to need.

Sometimes I tell myself,
I only need to take a leap
and just step out in faith
so God’s promises I can reap.

For, I know and I believe,
what for me is impossible
the Word of God tells me
with Him all is possible.

Sometimes I tell myself,
I just need to receive . . .
all the promises of God
because in Jesus I believe!

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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.

Mark 9:23

Jesus said unto him,
If thou canst believe,
all things are possible
to him that believeth.

Luke 17:6

And the Lord said,
If ye had faith as a grain
of mustard seed, ye might
say unto this sycamine tree,
Be thou plucked up by the root,
and be thou planted in the sea;
and it should obey you.

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A New King ~

One day there will be,
on this earth a new King
and a new morality
He is going to bring.

Over all the universe,
He is going to reign
the depraved swamp
He is going to drain.

He will be the leader,
of every single land
for the whole world
He’ll hold in His hand.

There will be a river,
where living waters flow
the Truth, Life and Way
all the people will know.

There’ll be no obstacles,
that will stand in His way
for satan and his demons
souls will no longer sway.

One day there will be,
a new King on this earth
and the whole wide world
will witness its rebirth!

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Zechariah 14:9

And the Lord shall be king over
all the earth: in that day shall
there be one Lord, and his name one.

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Things Concerning Me ~

There are many things,
that concern me . . .
including things I can
and those I can’t see.

But, in God’s hands,
I leave them all to be
for I know He is working
something good in me.

There are a lot of things,
on my mind weighing . . .
and they get heavier
when I am not praying.

So for all and everything,
that to me is burdensome
I pray so that I may
all these things overcome.

There are many things,
I wish didn’t have to be
but, I know that God is . . .
perfecting faith in me!

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Psalm 138.8

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

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The Thunderbolts of Fear ~

The thunderbolt of fear,
is frightening and horrifying
as it releases its dread
with shocks of panic terrifying.

It freezes and it seizes,
our feet right to the floor
as soon as we begin to hear
its rumbling, cracking roar.

It moves so ever quickly,
through our worried minds
as it begins to settles in
our weaknesses it finds.

Fears jolting booming,
is felt deep in the heart
until a resounding dread
in our soul beings to start.

But, fear can be conquered,
when at first you hear its clap
if you take your worries . . .
and lay them in God’s lap!

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Psalm 56:3

“What time I am afraid,
I will trust in thee.”

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A Measure Of Faith ~

A measure of faith,
God’s given to all
for some it is vast
for others it’s small.

But, no matter how much,
faith we are given . .
every ounce of it
is by God grace driven.

A measure of faith,
God has allotted to us
and over how much
we shouldn’t make a fuss.

For, our faith we ought not,
with others compare
for God doles out . . .
to each their own share.

A measure of faith,
to all God has appointed
and over what others have
we must not get disjointed!

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Romans 12:3

For I say, through the grace given unto me,
to every man that is among you, not to think
of himself more highly than he ought to think;
but to think soberly, according as God hath
dealt to every man the measure of faith.

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Behold, This Is God’s Son ~

Behold, this is the Babe
this is the Boy
this is the Son of God
who brings eternal joy.

This is the Redeemer,
this is the Cornerstone
this is the Deliverer
who sits on the throne.

This is the Way,
this is the Bread of Life
this is the Truth
who died for our strife.

This is the Word,
this is the Lamb
this is the Image of God
who is the great I AM.

Behold, this is my Lord,
this is my Savior . . .
this is the One reason
I have God’s favor!

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Matthew 17:5

While he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud
overshadowed them: and behold a voice
out of the cloud, which said,
This is my beloved Son,
in whom I am well pleased;
hear ye him.

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God’s Limitless Grace ~

God’s grace has no borders,
it is limitless . . .
it makes you before Him
for your sins blameless.

It has no boundaries,
it can reach every one
with the forgiveness
of His begotten Son.

God grace has no bounds,
it is measureless
it offers humble souls
eternal secureness.

It has no barriers,
it can enter every heart
all you need is faith
for grace to do its part.

God’s grace has no end,
it is everlasting . . .
God’s grace is available
to all for the asking!

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James 4:6

But he giveth more grace.
Wherefore he saith,
God resisteth the proud,
but giveth grace unto
the humble.

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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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Fear Not My Child ~

Fear not My child,
for I’m always with you
do not be afraid . . .
I’ll help get you through.

Fear not My child,
for I am your Savior
do not be alarmed . . .
for you have My favor.

Fear not My child,
for I will not forsake thee
do not be troubled . . .
for I still can calm the sea.

Fear not My child,
for you’re safe in My hand
do not be frightened . . .
I have for you a plan.

Fear not My child,
for My goodness never fails
do not be anxious . . .
for My mercy never pales!

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Psalm 27:1

The Lord  is my light and my salvation;
whom shall I fear?
the Lord  is the strength of my life;
of whom shall I be afraid?

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The Journey Into Faith ~

The journey into faith,
is not made by sight
but through the lens
of Jesus’ perfect Light.

It’s a simple act of faith,
in His undying grace
as His forgiveness . . .
you begin to embrace.

It begins with a step,
out of the darkness
into a new life . . .
no longer hopeless.

It fills you with joy,
to keep you pursuing
the kind of love . . .
that is daily renewing.

The journey into faith,
by sight isn’t made . . .
but by the Light of Jesus
that will never fade!

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1 Peter 1:8

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

2 Corinthians 5:7

(For we walk by faith, not by sight:)

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Those Who Are Meek ~

Blessed are the meek,
those who have humility
those who for their sins
have found impunity.

For they are forgiven,
by grace they are saved
and from their past ways
they’ve escaped unscathed.

Blessed are the meek,
those on the straight path
those who understand
the effects of God’s wrath.

For to the world’s way,
they are not conformed
for in Jesus they’ve been
completely transformed.

Blessed are the meek,
those who seek peace
for they’ll inherit a new earth
that will never decease!

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Matthew 5.5

Blessed are the meek:
for they shall inherit the earth.

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Disgust And Dismay~

With all that’s happening
in the world today . . .
it is hard not to feel
disgust and dismay.

For what we are seeing,
no eyes should witness
for it shows the depth
of man’s evilness

With all that’s going on,
in this world everyday
one can’t help to see
the amount of decay.

For what we are seeing,
can never be undone
as it shows the hatred
that’s being homespun.

With all that’s occurring,
in this world on a daily bases
one cannot deny . . . .
the wickedness in high places!

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Ephesians 6:12

For we wrestle not against
flesh and blood, but against
principalities, against powers,
against the rulers of the darkness
of this world, against spiritual
wickedness in high places.

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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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Deborah Ann Belka

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On A Road Trip ~

I’ve been on a road trip,
for many of years . . .
some days filled with joy
others soaked in tears.

It hasn’t been an easy ride,
God knows its been hard
but His love left me . . .
by the pain unscarred.

At times it was a struggle,
others were but a breeze
and often I found myself
down on both my knees.

I know it is not over,
until God says so . .
so I’m going to endure
till it’s time for me to go.

I’ve been on a road trip,
filled with up and downs
but, I won’t give up . . .
until I get my life’s crown!

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James 1:12

Blessed is the man that endureth
temptation: for when he is tried,
he shall receive the crown of life,
which the Lord hath promised to
them that love him.

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With Jesus I Identify ~

I’ve gone through a transition,
now with Jesus I identity . . .
but, first from the world
I had to detoxify.

The pride living in my heart,
needed to be expelled
so following after its ways
I’d no longer be compelled.

I had to stop imitating,
and approving its behavior
once Jesus became to me
my personal Lord and Savior.

The lusts of the flesh,
and those of the eye
I had to eliminate
so to myself I could die.

All my worldly passions,
needed to be removed
so that by their pleasures
I’d no longer be amused.

I’ve gone through a transition,
now I have a new identity . . .
for I have pledged to Jesus
my devotion and fidelity!

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Ephesians 4:22-24

That ye put off concerning
the former conversation
the old man, which is corrupt
according to the deceitful lusts;

And be renewed
in the spirit of your mind;

And that ye put on the new man,
which after God is created
in righteousness and true holiness.

Romans 12:2

And be not conformed to this world:
but be ye transformed by the renewing
of your mind, that ye may prove what
is that good, and acceptable,

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Blessed Are The Mournful ~

Blessed are those who weep,
those who are contrite
those who no longer
temptation want to fight.

Blessed are they who cry,
who are truly repentant
for their salvation they know
on Jesus is dependent.

Blessed are those pitiful,
those who see their fallen state
those who believe satan . . .
once held in his hands their fate

Blessed are the sorrowful,
those when remorse sets in
see the road they are on
leads only to death and sin.

Blessed are those who weep,
over their sin’s who mourn
for they are the ones who find
joy will come in the morn!

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Matthew 5:4

Blessed are they that mourn:
for they shall be comforted.

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I Want To Be For Jesus ~

I want to be for Jesus,
a shinning example
I want His life in mine
to glowingly resemble.

So I will need to work on,
having true humility
so that I can radiate
His loving tranquility.

I want to be for Jesus,
a vivid, promising light
I want His peace in me
to beam ever bright.

So I will need to work out,
my own salvation
so I can emit for Him
my joy and elation.

I want to be for Jesus,
what He is to me . . .
I want His love to be
all that people see!

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Matthew 5:16

Let your light so shine before men,
that they may see your good works,
and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

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My God Is So Big ~

My God is so big . . .
He can conquer anything
He can turn a dry river
into a life-giving stream.

My God is so big . . .
He can carry my heavy load
He can lift from me my burdens
send them packing down the road.

My God is so big . . .
He can turn water into wine
He can bring back a lost soul
who’s fallen from His vine.

My God is so big . . .
He can do the utmost impossible
He can move the largest mountain
for nothing to Him is insolvable.

My God is so big . . .
He can part the Red Sea
He can heal the lame and sick
make blind eyes able to see.

My God is so big . . .
He can take my every fear
He can remove all my worries
for my God makes all things clear.

My God is so big . . .
how big is that one of yours?
mine will forgive your sin
when you open to Jesus the door!

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Revelation 3:20

“Behold, I stand at the door,
and knock:
if any man hear my voice,
and open the door,
I will come in to him,
and will sup with him,
and he with me.”

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United We Stand ~

Stir the hearts Lord,
of those of our land
to come back to You
so united we’ll stand.

Help us to become,
no longer divided
by the powers to be
who are so misguided.

Rouse the minds Lord,
of those who can’t see
the lies keeping us
from returning to Thee.

Help us to get over,
the hate and the anger
so our Trust in You
can again be our anchor.

Stir the souls Lord,
of all of mankind . . .
so that not one person
will be left behind!

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2 Chronicles 7:14

If my people, which are called
by my name, shall humble themselves,
and pray, and seek my face, and turn
from their wicked ways;
then will I hear from heaven,
and will forgive their sin,
and will heal their land.

Psalm 33:12

Blessed is the nation
whose God is the Lord;
and the people whom he
hath chosen for
his own inheritance.

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The Poor In Spirit ~

Blessed are the poor in spirit,
those with no self-esteem
those who know for their sins
only Jesus can redeem.

For they know they’re nothing,
without God’s mercy and favor
they believe He sent His Son
to be their Lord and Savior.

Blessed are the poor in spirit,
those who rely on God’s grace
for their spiritual short-comings
they’re willing to fully embrace.

Blessed are those who know,
just how badly they’re wretched
those who know for their salvation
to Jesus are wholly indebted.

Blessed are the poor in spirit,
who to sin are no longer a victim . . .
for they know they can do nothing
to enter into God’s kingdom!

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Matthew 5:3

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

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Jesus Knows ~

Jesus knows what’s going on,
in your life right now . . .
He knows to get through
you are not sure just how.

But, you must trust Him,
to show you the way out
by giving to Him . . .
all your fears and doubt.

Jesus, knows that you need,
answers to your prayers
He knows you are burdened
by the weight of your cares.

But, you must give to Him,
all of your desperation
so He can set you free . . .
from your trepidation.

Jesus knows what’s happening,
He understands your needs
but, you must have the faith
for even the sparrows He feeds!

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1 Peter 5:7

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

Matthew 6:26

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

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A World Changing ~

Lord, in a world changing,
where nothing stays the same
You’ve remained faithful . . . .
when I call upon Your name.

Each day is so different,
with so much being altered
but, Your unfailing mercies
never disappoint or falter.

Lord, in a world shifting,
everything looks so strange
but, Your steadfast love
I know will never change.

Too many people today,
are making concessions
but, Your trustworthiness
I never have to question.

Lord, in a world changing,
as it spins out of control
Your faithfulness remains . . .
the anchor of my soul!

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Malachi 3:6

“For I am the Lord,
I change not”

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My God Cares For Me ~

My God cares for me,
He hears me when I pray
He is willing to help me
to get through the day.

So I rely on Him daily,
for His mercies plentiful
and depend on His graces
abundant and bountiful.

My God cares for me,
His Word tells me so
I can count on Him
to go wherever I go.

So I trust Him to lead me,
and to show me the way
to where His unfailing love
will keep my fears at bay.

My God cares for me,
onto Him mine I cast . . .
I trust Him to take them
from me whenever I ask!

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1 Peter 5:7

Casting all your anxieties on him,
because he cares for you.

Psalm 69:16

Hear me, O Lord;
for thy lovingkindness is good:
turn unto me according to the
multitude of thy tender mercies.

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My Stress Reliever ~

Jesus is my stress reliever,
my care and burden taker
He is my mess cleaner . . .
my perfect peace maker.

Jesus is my pain reliever,
my hurt and grief clearer
He is my head lifter
my heart and soul restorer.

Jesus is my doubt reliever,
my fear and qualm calmer
He is my hope installer
my faith and trust instiller.

Jesus is my grudge reliever,
my failure and flaw fixer
He is my wound healer
my emotional scar tamer.

Jesus is my debt reliever,
my sin and shame forgiver
He is my guilt eraser . . .
my life and soul Savior!

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Isaiah 53:5

But he was wounded
for our transgressions,
he was bruised for our iniquities:
the chastisement of our peace
was upon him; and with
his stripes we are healed.

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The Race I Entered ~

When the race I entered,
I didn’t know the distance
nor that there would be
so much resistance.

I didn’t think how far,
I would be running
nor how satan after me
would still be coming.

I didn’t think how much,
courage it would take
as I kept aiming
for the narrow gate.

I didn’t think how few,
had the faith to hold fast
nor how many of them
I could actually outlast.

When I entered the race,
I didn’t know it was so long
and it’s only because of Jesus
that I’ve kept going strong!

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1 Corinthians 9:24

Know ye not that they which
run in a race run all,
but one receiveth the prize?
So run, that ye may obtain.

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A Kind, Gentle Spirit ~

A kind, gentle spirit,
is full of God’s grace
His mercy each day
it’s ready to embrace.

It prays to discern,
what is God’s will
then it waits on Him
as it remains still.

To self it’s crucified,
in Christ its made new
it keeps Calvary
always in its view.

It knows its limits,
goes not over the line
for it’s firmly rooted
to the True Vine.

A kind, gentle spirit,
needs to be cultivated
by having its ego . . .
by Jesus deflated!

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Proverbs 21:21

He that followeth after
righteousness and mercy
findeth life, righteousness,
and honour.

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Hear My Son ~

This is My Beloved Son,
hear what He has to say
for He is the only Life . . .
to the Truth and the Way.

Open up your ears,
so that you may hear
how He can bring you
eternal joy and cheer.

Listen with your heart,
envision in your mind
how only through Him
true peace will you find.

Take heed to His calling,
to witness for yourself
how your every sin
He took upon Himself.

This is My Beloved Son,
He’s speaking to you today
listen closely to Him . . .
for He’s to Me the only Way!

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Luke 9:35

And there came a voice
out of the cloud, saying,
This is my beloved Son:
hear him.

John 14:6

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

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You Can’t Take It With You ~

Hearses don’t pull trailers,
filled with earthly treasures
they don’t tow your assets
or your worldly pleasures.

They don’t carry the living,
with their prized possessions
they only bring along coffins
to the grave side processions.

You can’t take it with you,
all you’ve got will turn to rust
what you adore and cherish
will be left behind in the dust.

You can’t haul away your stuff,
there’s no place in heaven for it
one day all you own and love
you will be forced to forfeit.

There is no trailer hitch,
attached to that black hearse
all your valuables down here
others one day will disperse.

You can’t take it with you,
so you might as well let it go
for where your heart is . . .
to the world it will show!

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Matthew 6:20-21

“But lay up for yourselves
treasures in heaven,
where neither moth
nor rust doth corrupt,
and where thieves do not
break through nor steal:
For where your treasure is,
there will your heart be also.”

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~ to GOD be the GLORY ~

Depressing Times ~

Depressing times,
takes a lot of hope
a true faith in God
to be able to cope.

For without faith,
hope there can’t be
to keep us believing
in what we can’t see.

Discouraging seasons,
takes a lot of trust
it takes the believer
inside all of us.

For without trust,
there can’t be belief
for the hope of having
everlasting relief.

Time’s depressing,
season’s discouraging
takes faith, trust and hope
constantly nourishing!

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Romans 12:12

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

Proverbs 3:5

Trust in the Lord
with all thine heart;
and lean not unto
thine own understanding.

King James Version
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Deborah Ann Belka

~ to GOD be the GLORY ~