The Gulf of Grief ~

In the depth of despair,
there is a gulf of grief . . .
where the sorrows of this life
leaves us begging for relief.

The hurting soul can’t calm,
or remove the heartbreak
it needs the healing touch
of the One who won’t forsake.

We thirst for healing waters,
for a peaceful resting place
where we can purge the pain
that’s too unbearable to face.

The grieving soul can’t let go,
nor cause the ache to part
only God can relieve . . .
the throbbing in its heart.

In the depth of despair,
there is a gulf of grief . . .
and only Jesus can bring
the heartbroken true relief!

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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.”

King James Version
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Deborah Ann Belka

Sticky Note to God ~01.06.20~

Sticky Note From God ~01.04.20~

Good Morning Quote ~05.23.19~

Sticky Note to God ~04.03.19~

Afternoon Ponderings~12.26.18

The Gospel of Grace ~

I believe in the Gospel of grace,
by faith and by faith alone . . .
I believe only through Jesus’ blood
the sins of mankind are atoned.

I believe grace cleanses,
the effects of evil and sin
I believe Jesus our very souls
died so them He could win.

I believe grace pardons,
the guilty and shamed face
I believe Jesus upon Himself
took the brunt of our disgrace.

I believe grace heals,
the hurt, the pain, the ache
I believe Jesus our hearts
can soften, reform and remake.

I believe grace gives rest,
to the depressed and friendless
I believe Jesus came to save
all who are lonely and hopeless.

I believe in the Gospel of grace,
by faith and nothing more . . .
I believe God’s gift of grace
redeems, heals and restores!

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Ephesians 2:8

“For by grace are ye saved
through faith;
and that not of yourselves:
it is the gift of God:”

King James Version
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Copyright 2018
Deborah Ann Belka

Good Morning Quote ~03.10.18~

Sticky Note From God ~03.01.18~

At Jesus’ Feet ~

I found God’s grace,
at Jesus’ feet
I found forgiveness
there at His feet.

I found redemption,
at Jesus’s feet
I found perfect love
there at His feet.

I found pity,
at Jesus’ feet
I found mercy
there at His feet

I found Truth,
at Jesus’ feet
I found eternal joy
there at His feet.

I found Life,
at Jesus’ feet
I found the Way
there at His feet.

I found hope,
at Jesus’ feet
I found healing
at my Savior’s feet!

~~~~~~~~~

Matthew 15:30

“And great multitudes came unto him,
having with them those that were lame,
blind, dumb, maimed, and many others,
and cast them down at Jesus’ feet;
and he healed them:”

King James Version
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Copyright 2018
Deborah Ann Belka

Good Morning Quote ~03.01.18~

We Need A Miracle ~

Lord, on this day of celebration,
of freedom and liberty
I am so sad to see . . .
in our country so much hostility.

It grieves my heart,
to see the hateful division
I cringe at the thought
of the future, I envision.

It sickens my stomach,
when I watch the nightly news
at the violence stemming
from those with opposing views.

I wish we’d come together,
on this night of elation
and see our individual need
for Jesus and salvation.

Lord, on this day of celebration,
we need a healing of our land
for, it will take a true miracle . . .
if united we are to stand!

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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.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2017
Deborah Ann Belka

Springtime Is In The Air ~

Springtime is in the air,
I can feel its warming trend
though it’s not really here
I know it’s around the bend.

Each day I eagerly await,
for the blessings of Spring
knowing in my weary soul
God will do a new thing.

Springtime is in the air,
I can see its early bloom
melting away the aches
of winter’s chilly gloom.

For Springtime brings,
re-birth and revival
a heart rendering calm
upon its sunny arrival.

Springtime is in the air,
I hope you can feel it too
for it’s God’s promise . . .
the winter soul He’ll renew!

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Song of Solomon 2: 11-12

“For, lo, the winter is past,
the rain is over and gone;
The flowers appear on the earth;
the time of the singing of birds
is come, and the voice of the turtle
is heard in our land;”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2017
Deborah Ann Belka

God of All Grace ~

God of all grace,
mercy and favor
Father of Jesus
my Lord, my Savior.

Strengthen me,
with Your power
perfect my faith
in this dark hour.

God of all grace,
peace and calm
slather on me
Your healing balm.

Comfort me,
in this storm
a miracle I need
for You to perform.

God of all grace,
mercy and favor
let not my trust
in You ever waiver!

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1 Peter 5:10

“But the God of all grace,
who hath called us unto his
eternal glory by Christ Jesus,
after that ye have suffered
a while, make you perfect,
stablish, strengthen,
settle you.”

King James Version
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Copyright 2016
Deborah Ann Belka

The Hand of God ~

I’ve felt the hand of disappointment,
slap me across the face
I’ve handled discouragement
without finesse and grace.

I’ve felt the sting of rejection,
burn from head to toe
I’ve handled the loneliness
by hiding in my own shadow.

I’ve felt the weight of despair,
hanging heavy on my heart
I’ve handled the agony
in ways not always smart.

I’ve felt the pain of self-loathing,
like a deadly cancer spread
I’ve handled the mockery
by repeating what others said.

I have felt the hand of God,
touch my life within . . .
now I am only disappointed
if I don’t spend time with Him!

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Psalm 42:11

” Why art thou cast down,
O my soul? and why art thou
disquieted within me?
hope thou in God:
for I shall yet praise him,
who is the health of my
countenance, and my God.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2016
Deborah Ann Belka

Grace to The Rescue ~

Grace restores,
the broken pieces
fills in the cracks
smooths the creases.

Grace heals,
the heart that aches
mends the wounds
patches the scrapes.

Grace renews,
the mind unraveled
reinforces the thoughts
that have been tangled.

Grace reaffirms,
the soul wanting
provides the strength
brings the calming.

Grace restores,
heals and renews
Grace always comes
to our rescue!

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Romans 3:24

“Being justified freely
by his grace through
the redemption that
is in Christ Jesus:”

King James Version
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Copyright 2016
Deborah Ann Belka

Spring’s Treat ~

Springtime is,
such a treat . . .
rays of hope
now daily greet.

Sunny days,
now on the rise
fragrance tickles
nose and eyes

Spring’s melody,
ears now hear
the song it sings
now in full gear.

Spring brings.
such delight
bathing souls
in healing light.

Springtime is,
such a treat . . .
promising to all
a warm retreat!

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Matthew 24:32

“Now learn a parable of the fig tree;
When his branch is yet tender,
and putteth forth leaves, ye know
that summer is nigh:”

King James Version
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King James Version
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Copyright 2016
Deborah Ann Belka

Drawing Closer to God ~

To draw closer to God,
we must be willing
to open our hearts
to spiritual healing.

Healing of the pain,
others inflected on us
healing of the hurt
so we can learn to trust.

To draw closer to God,
we must be open to
letting His Spirit
make all things new.

Newness of thought,
transformation of mind
letting go of the old
so peace we can find.

To draw closer to God,
we must be willing . . .
to make room in our hearts
for His Spirit’s indwelling!

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2 Corinthians 6:16

“And what agreement hath the
temple of God with idols?
for ye are the temple of
the living God;
as God hath said,
I will dwell in them,
and walk in them;
and I will be their God,
and they shall be my people.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2016
Deborah Ann Belka

Thankful for Spring ~

 Lord thank You,
for Springtime
for the harmony
heard on its chime.

For the renewal,
of the early rain
for the healing
of winter’s pain.

Lord thank You,
for Spring’s flight
for the retreat
of its early light.

For the warmth,
it lazily brings
for the melody
heard on its wings.

Lord thank You,
for Spring’s gift
for giving my face . . .
a needed Son lift!

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Song of Solomon 2:12

“The flowers appear on the earth;
the time of the singing of birds
is come, and the voice of the
turtle is heard in our land;

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2016
Deborah Ann Belka

There is A Cry ~

There is a cry,
deep in my heart
a plea I make upon
a new year start . . .

Transform me Lord,
teach me your ways
instruct and train me
the rest of my days.

Test me Lord,
try me through
impress on me
the image of You.

Touch me Lord,
heal me inside
so Your Spirit
will always abide.

Think of me Lord,
forget me not
keep me always
in Your thought.

Rely on me Lord,
to follow Your will
believe I’ll wait
trust me to be still.

There is a cry,
for God to impart
into my soul . . .
His very own heart!

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Psalm 57:2

“I will cry unto God most high;
unto God that performeth
all things for me.”

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,
and perfect, will of God.”

King James Version
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Copyright 2016
Deborah Ann Belka

We Are All Wounded ~

We are all wounded,
from the battles of life
we all carry with us
scars from the strife.

We have all suffered,
the pain of depression
each of us has felt
the sting of rejection.

We are all wounded,
damaged in some way
we all carry with us
the hurts of yesterday.

We all need healing,
from the harm done
we all need someone
to whom we can run.

We are all wounded,
in need of comforting
we all need Jesus . . .
to ease our suffering!

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Isaiah 51:12

“I, even I, am he
 that comforteth you:”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

 

Sing ~

Sing in the morning,
sing in the night
sing of salvation’s
magnificent light.

Sing in the storm,
sing in the calm
sing of salvation’s
restoring balm.

Sing in the evening,
sing in the day
sing of salvation’s
new life and way.

Sing in the sunshine,
sing in the rain
sing of salvation’s
healing of pain.

Sing in the morning,
sing in the night
sing of salvation’s
power and might.

Sing all God’s people,
sing to the Lord
sing of the glory
of your future reward!

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Psalm 96:1

“O sing unto the Lord a new song:
sing unto the Lord, all the earth.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

On This You Can Be Sure ~

Jesus heals our diseases,
on this, you can be sure
He has the power . . .
to restore and to cure.

He repairs the broken,
dries the hurtful tears
takes upon Himself . . .
the burden of our cares.

Jesus mends the pain,
relieves the soreness
He alleviates the ache
with love and tenderness.

He revives the inflected,
from sins contamination
saving every soul . . .
from eternal damnation.

Jesus heals our diseases,
He has the only cure . . .
for our spiritual sickness
on this you can be sure!

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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.”

King James Version
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Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

Words Unspoken ~

Into the vast recesses,
of a heart-broken . . .
are words left unsaid
too painful to be spoken.

Buried so deep within,
words, unable to surface
the broken heart longs . . .
for meaning and purpose.

Too hard to conjure up,
more difficult each new day
tears are the only words .  . .
grieving hearts, have to say.

Words with no real rhyme,
for they cannot even reason
why they are so dry . . .
in this, the wettest of seasons.

But, they must be released,
these words, left unspoken
for it’s the only way . . .
God can heal ~ the heart broken!

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Revelation 21:4

“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes;
and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow,
nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain:
for the former things are passed away.”

~ AMEN and AMEN ~

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

Prayer Heals All Wounds ~

Prayer heals all wounds,
releases the hurt inside
prayer brings peace  . . .
when to God we confide.

Prayer heals all heartache,
releases the brokenness
prayer restores and renews
it brings us back wholeness.

Prayer heals all anguish,
releases despair and grief
prayer brings restoration
it brings to our soul relief.

Prayer heals all suffering,
releases the pain we feel
prayer removes the misery
when to God we appeal.

Prayer heals all wounds,
releases the hurt inside
prayer brings us peace  . . .
when daily its applied!

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Psalm 147:3

“He healeth the broken in heart,
 and bindeth up their wounds.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

What CHRISTmas Is ~

CHRISTmas . . .

. . . is joy immeasurable,
the perfect gift of love . . .
it’s serenity and harmony
God’s grace sent from above

It’s forever life changing,
it makes all things new
it’s freeing and liberating
it restores and renews.

It’s hope for the future,
the wiping away of tears
it’s strong and powerful
the remedy,  for all fears.

It brings inner healing,
it’s like a refreshing rain
it soothes and eases
it’s the cure, for all pain.

It brings forgiveness,
deliverance from sin
it provides the only way
to have true peace within.

It’s comforting and calming,
the end  to worldly strife
it’s cleansing and purifying
it brings everlasting life.

It’s love immeasurable,
it’s heavenly elation
for the birth of Christ Jesus . . .
brings eternal salvation!

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Titus 2:11

“For the grace of God
that bringeth salvation
hath appeared to all men,”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Deepening Faith ~

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

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

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

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

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

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Psalm 89:1

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

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

A Psalm of Peace ~

Mourning ~ greets me,
with a peaceful Psalm
washing over me . . .
like a healing balm.

The soothing effect,
brings my heart relief
God’s tender mercies
helps me in my grief.

The ointment of peace,
repairs daunting dreams
a Psalm of peace leads me
to quiet, calming streams.

My soul finds its comfort,
in a God who’ll not forsake
who’s peace flows within me
the moment that I awake.

The salve of restoration,
mends the damage done
renews me each new day
with the rising of the Son.

Morning greets me,
with a peaceful Psalm
joy washes over me . . .
like a healing calm!

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Psalm 30:5

“Weeping may endure for a night,
but joy cometh in the morning.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Our Burden Bearer ~

Lord, our burden bearer,
take from us our care
take away the heaviness
our tired hearts wear.

Take from us our weariness,
take from us our trouble
take away the listlessness
our tired souls battle.

Take from us our load,
take from us the heavy weight
take away the problems
on our tired minds that grate.

Take from us our pain,
take from us the deep ache
take away all the sorrow
and heal our heartbreak!

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Psalm 55:22
King James Version

“Cast thy burden upon the Lord,
and he shall sustain thee:
he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Our First Love ~

Let us return to our First Love,
into the arms of everlasting grace
let our steps be healed and restored
let us earnestly seek God’s face.

Let us repent from our sins,
examine ourselves in His light
let us return to our First Love
with all our soul and might.

Let us turn to the Word of God,
for our path and instruction
let us return to our First Love
for the Way and true direction.

Let us lift our hearts and minds,
give unto God our very soul
let us return to our First Love
so we can once again be whole!

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Lamentations 3:40
King James Version

“Let us search and try our ways,
and turn again to the Lord.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Healing Waters ~

In the depth of despair,
there is a gulf of grief . . .
where the sorrows of this life
leaves us begging for relief.

The hurting soul can’t calm,
or remove its own heartbreak
it needs the healing touch
of the One who won’t forsake.

We thirst for healing waters,
for a peaceful resting place
where we can forget the pain
that’s too unbearable to face.

The grieving soul can’t let go,
nor cause the ache to part
only God can relieve . . .
the throbbing in its heart.

In the depth of despair,
there is a gulf of grief . . .
and only Jesus can bring
the anguished true relief!

~~~~~~~~

Philippians 4:7
King James Version

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

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

Build A Bridge of Hope ~

Build a bridge of hope,
repair the broken span
restore someone’s life
to the Son of Man.

Build the bridge with love,
help them to see God’s will
bring back a wandering soul
to the One who yearns to heal.

Build the bridge in grace,
show them what mercy is about
lead them to their Savior
guide them through their doubt.

Build the bridge of salvation,
to the Cross that sets them free
tell them why Jesus had to die
that day at Calvary!

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John 3:17
King James Version

“For God sent not
his Son into the world
to condemn the world;
but that the world
through him might be saved.”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

I’m Praying!

Lord, tonight I’m feeling sad,
melancholy and depressed
and I asking You to hear
the solemnest of my request.

My prayer is for the ones I know,
and for those I have never met
but each of them are on my heart
and their pain I can’t forget.

They are stricken with disease,
illness of every kind . . . .
some take over their bodies
others destroy their very mind.

They are hurting in places,
I have never felt before
but I can feel each twinge
and their hurt I can’t ignore.

Lord, please, please, please,
shed on them Your healing light
bring them Your peace and comfort
hold them to You ever tight!

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To all my friends who are sick, ill, or full of disease . . .
my heart tonight is very heavy. I am praying for each of you
and I will not cease. May our heavenly Father be with you and
comfort you. I love you and will always keep you in my thoughts
but, mostly in my prayers. God bless and be with you . . . Deborah Ann

What is Faith ~

Faith is what we hope in,
it’s what we cannot see
it’s when we trust Jesus
to calm the storms at sea.

It’s a touch of His hem,
it’s knowing He will heal
it’s confident and it’s sure
God promises He’ll fulfill.

It’s firm and unquestioning,
it’s strong and never weak
it’s alive and it dwells
in the hearts that are meek.

It’s believing that God can,
it’s knowing that He will
it’s trusting in His timing
that keeps the heart still.

It’s willing to die to self,
it’s believing in God’s Word
it’s willing to pay the price
for the truth that its heard.

Faith is what we hope in,
it’s beyond what the eye sees
it’s the trust we have in Jesus
and it takes us to our knees.

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Romans 5:1
King James Version

“Therefore, being justified by faith,
we have peace with God
through our Lord Jesus Christ”

Copyright 2012
Deborah Ann Belka

Bully!

Bully,
why did you pick on me
what was it that you saw
that no one else could see?

Bully,
sticks and stones cast
did you not realize
how long the pain would last?

Bully,
names, but not my God-given
they were the ones
that made me hate livin’.

Bully,
words so very cruel
why did you think
I was made to be your fool?

Bully,
what did I ever do . . .
what did I ever say . . .
to bring the bully out in you?

Bully,
you really did hurt me
but my Lord and Savior
from you, has set me free.

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

Psalm 118:6
King James Version

” The Lord is on my side; I will not fear:
what can man do unto me?”

Copyright 2012
Deborah Ann Belka