Living By Faith ~

Living by faith,
and not by sight
can give some us
an awful fright.

But Jesus said,
for us not to be afraid
nor by what we can’t see
to ever be dismayed.

Living by faith,
and not what is seen
is sometimes hard
for us to glean.

But Jesus knew,
what we would face
so He gave to us
strength for the race.

Living by faith,
and not what is observed
is the only way to keep . . .
our assurance preserved!

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Hebrews 11:1

Now faith is the assurance
of things hoped for,
the conviction of things
not seen.

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2020
Deborah Ann Belka

~ to GOD be the GLORY ~

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Faith Unclouded ~

Faith that is foggy,
makes it hard to find
the road to having
eternal peace of mind.

For, we can’t navigate,
the turns and the bends
unless on Jesus . . .
we learn to depend.

Faith that is misty,
makes it hard to know
how the Holy Spirit
the way out will show.

For we can’t see through,
the haze lying ahead
so that we can be . . .
by Him guided and led.

Faith that is unclouded,
clear and pristine
is faith that believes . . .
beyond things unseen!

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Hebrews 11:1

Now faith is the substance
of things hoped for, the
evidence of things not seen.

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2019
Deborah Ann Belka

Waver Not ~

Waver not,
instead hold fast
onto your hope
keep steadfast.

For hope eternal,
is your assurance
God will give you
the endurance.

Doubt not,
instead believe
one day true peace
you’ll receive.

For peace everlasting,
is hope’s guarantee
bound in the things
you cannot see.

Waver not,
to your confession
do not doubt
hope’s progression!

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Hebrews 10:23

“Let us hold fast the profession
of our faith without wavering;
(for he is faithful that promised;)”

Hebrews 11:1

“Now faith is the substance
of things hoped for,
the evidence of things not seen.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2018
Deborah Ann Belka

This Is My Hope ~

This is my hope,
this is it for me
this is my eyes set
on what I can’t see.

This is my desire,
this is all I need
that’s why to Jesus
my life I now heed.

This is my faith,
this is all I got
this is my belief
Jesus my sins bought.

This is my trust,
this is my take
Jesus died and rose
for my soul’s sake.

This is my hope,
it can be yours too
when you ask Jesus . . .
to dwell inside of you!

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Hebrews 11:1

“Now faith is the substance
of things hoped for,
the evidence of things
not seen.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2018
Deborah Ann Belka

My Faith Keeps Me Hoping ~

My faith keeps me hoping,
it keeps me alert
so from the narrow way
I will not divert.

For, what I hope for,
isn’t found on this earth
nothing it provides
has everlasting worth.

My faith keeps me hopeful,
it keeps me vigilant
so on the narrow path
I may remain diligent.

For, my hope isn’t in,
the world’s offering
all that it  can render
is eternal suffering.

My faith gives me hope,
in the things I can’t see
my hope is my faith . . .
that Jesus lives in me!

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Hebrews 11:1

“Now faith is the substance
of things hoped for,
the evidence of things
not seen.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2018
Deborah Ann Belka

Faith Isn’t A Feeling ~

Some days I just plain feel,
my faith isn’t with it
sometimes I don’t feel
led by the Holy Spirit.

But, then God reminds me,
faith isn’t about how I feel
it’s about trusting Him . . .
so His truths He can reveal.

Some days I feel anxious,
caught up in my fear
some days it’s so hard
to feel God is really near.

But, then God reminds me,
faith isn’t about how I feel
faith is believing Jesus . . .
my anxieties He will heal.

Some days my heart,
feels so burdened down
sometimes I don’t feel
or sense any hope around.

But, then God reminds me,
faith is not about a feeling
faith is about my future
and all He will be revealing!

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Hebrews 11:1

“Now faith is the substance
of things hoped for,
the evidence of things not seen.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2017
Deborah Ann Belka

Faith and Hope ~

Hope consists of,
many, many things
we need to have faith
in the future it brings.

Hope is continuous,
it doesn’t faint or fade
hope is fearless and bold
it never is afraid.

Hope is confident,
it exudes with power
hope is our assurance
right to the last hour.

Hope is God’s mercy,
His grace and favor
hope is our salvation
in Jesus, our Savior.

Hope is invisible,
it can not be seen
hope is peaceful
blissful and serene.

Faith consists of,
having hope each day
hope is the essence
of things coming our way!

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Hebrews 11:1

“Now faith is the substance
of things hoped for,
the evidence of things not seen.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2016
Deborah Ann Belka

Because I Believe ~

I trust in things,
I cannot see
because I believe
Jesus died for me.

I put my faith,
in the impossible
because I believe
with God, all’s possible.

I stand firm,
in the hope I’ve got
because I believe
my sins Jesus bought.

I have confidence,
in my conviction
because I believe
God’s Word isn’t fiction.

I trust in God,
for what I can’t see
that’s why I believe
Jesus lives in me!

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Hebrews 11:1

“Now faith is the substance
of things hoped for, the
evidence of things not seen.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2016
Deborah Ann Belka

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My Kind of Hope ~

My hope is built on,
things I cannot see . . .
not on the troubles
today, surrounding me.

On them I don’t focus,
I’m looking forward to
the day God’s glory . . .
comes shinning  thru.

Today’s sufferings,
don’t compare to the day
when everyone’s tears . . .
will all be wiped away.

I’m eagerly awaiting,
for Jesus to return
when for this world . . .
I’ll haven’t one concern.

My hope is built on,
things I cannot see
especially the day  . . .
Jesus comes for me!

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Hebrews 11:1

“Now faith is
the substance of things
hoped for,
the evidence of things
not seen.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka