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.

King James Version
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Copyright 2023
Deborah Ann Belka

~ to GOD be the GLORY ~

Alone With Jesus ~

Alone with Jesus,
quiet solitude
alone with love
praiseful gratitude.

Alone with my Savior,
peaceful and still
alone with hope
blissfully tranquil.

Alone with my King,
inner reflection
alone with grace
heartfelt affection.

Alone with my Shepherd,
silent meditation
alone with humility
joyful resignation.

Alone with Jesus,
down on my knees
alone with faith
just Jesus and me!

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Psalm 62:5

“My soul, wait thou only upon God;
for my expectation is from him.”

King James Version
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Copyright 2023
Deborah Ann Belka

~ to GOD be the GLORY ~

No Other One ~

I know no other Savior,
no other who would forgive
nor collect in His bottle
the tears I have to give.

I know no other Shepherd,
no other to show the way
nor when I am in the valley
listen to what I have to say.

I know no other Lamb,
no other who peace brings
nor one who can lead me
to those life giving springs.

I know no other Light,
no other shines so clear
nor one when I am afraid
can take away my fear.

I know no other Creator,
no other with the skill
nor one who loves me
like I know He always will.

I know no other God,
no other one has come before
nor one who’ll come after . . .
for my God is forever more!

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1 Kings 8:60

“That all the people of the earth
may know that the Lord is God,
and that there is none else.”

King James Version
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Copyright 2023
Deborah Ann Belka

~ to GOD be the GLORY ~

My Soul’s Delight ~

My soul delights in those,
who trust and wait on Me
it gives My heart pleasure
when blind eyes start to see.

They are My faithful servants,
to whom I will uphold
the elect I have chosen
to gather into My fold.

I have poured out My Spirit,
on those who are the meek
for on Me their sights are set
and My will they do seek.

They call me their Lord,
I call them My sheep
they know to follow Me
for their souls I will keep.

Into righteousness I call them,
in My glory they’ll rise and sing
behold all things come to pass
things new to them I will bring!

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Ephesians 1:4-5

According as he hath chosen
us in him before the foundation
of the world, that we should be
holy and without blame
before him in love:

Having predestinated us unto
the adoption of children by
Jesus Christ to himself,
according to the good
pleasure of his will,

Psalm 100:3

Know ye that the Lord he is God:
it is he that hath made us, and not
we ourselves; we are his people,
and the sheep of his pasture.

King James Version
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Copyright 2013 Revised 2022
Deborah Ann Belka

If The Lord’s Our Shepherd ~

If the Lord is our Shepherd,
why then do we still want?
If He supplies all our needs,
why do our lacks still taunt?

If besides still waters He leads,
why then do we still fear?
If He fills us with quietness,
why don’t we hold Him near?

If green pastures bring peace,
why then are we still stressed?
If He leaves us not lacking,
why don’t we feel blessed?

If He restores our souls,
why then do we still doubt?
If He satisfies our deep thirst,
why is their still a drought?

If in righteousness He guides,
why then do we still wander?
If the Lord is truly our Shepherd,
we needn’t these things ponder!

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Psalm 23:1-3

The Lord is my shepherd;
I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down
in green pastures:
He leadeth me beside
the still waters.
He restoreth my soul:
He leadeth me in the paths
of righteousness
for his name’s sake.

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2013 Revised 2022
Deborah Ann Belka

Jesus Is My Shepherd ~

He is my Shepherd,
I am His lamb . . .
I know He loves me
just as I am.

I will follow Him,
wherever He goes
for I’m confident
the way He knows.

I’ll never leave Him,
beside Him I’ll stay
I will not from Him
wander off or stray.

I’ll remain by Him,
He’ll be at my side
my steps of faith
I trust He will guide.

Jesus is my Shepherd,
His voice I do hear . . .
as long as I follow Him
I have nothing to fear!

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John 10:27

“My sheep hear my voice,
and I know them,
and they follow me.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2013 Revised 2022
Deborah Ann Belka

~ to GOD be the GLORY ~

God Is The Beginning ~

God is the beginning,
He is the end . . .
He is my Shepherd
He is my eternal Friend.

He is the Lord,
He is the King
He is to me . . .
my everything.

Jesus is the author,
He is the finisher
He is my salvation
He is my Helper.

He is the Son of God,
He is the Savior
He is my hope
He is my Father’s favor.

God is the beginning,
Jesus is the finisher
for them I will be . . .
a truth mimicker!

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Revelation 22:13

I am Alpha and Omega,
the beginning and the end,
the first and the last.

Hebrews 12:2

Looking unto Jesus
the author and finisher
of our faith; who for the
joy that was set before
him endured the cross,
despising the shame,
and is set down at the right
hand of the throne of God.

King James Version
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Copyright 2021
Deborah Ann Belka

~ to GOD be the GLORY ~

My Shepherd Speaks ~

My Shepherd speaks,
unto my weary heart
so His love into it
He can impart.

He beckons me,
to rest and know
not to worry
but, to just let go.

He says my name,
so I can hear
the words I long
“I’m always here.”

He reassures,
my every doubt
to trust in Him
to work things out.

My Shepherd speaks,
His voice I know . . .
I follow it because
the way He’ll show.

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John 10:27

My sheep hear my voice,
and I know them,
and they follow me:

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2014 Revised 2021
Deborah Ann Belka

~ to GOD be the GLORY ~

Never Depleted ~

Though I am weary,
I am never depleted
for my Lord supplies me
with strength when needed.

He always leads me to find,
waters running still
whenever I follow
after knowing His will.

Though I am tired,
I am never exhausted
for, it’s in my Shepherd
all these years I’ve trusted.

He renews my soul daily,
my heart He hourly repairs
whenever I give to Him
the bulk of my earthly cares.

Though I am fatigued,
I am never powerless
for, my Lord keeps me . . .
from being weak and helpless!

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Psalm 23:1-3

The Lord is my shepherd;
I shall not want. He maketh
me to lie down in green pastures:
he leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me
in the paths of righteousness
for his name’s sake.

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2021
Deborah Ann Belka

~ to GOD be the GLORY ~

Sowing and Reaping ~

If we are to plant,
we must also water
and trust the growing
to our heavenly Father.

If we want to reap,
we need to sow
and from doing good
weary we can’t grow.

If we want to shout,
with joy and glee
then seeds of faith
we need to set free.

If we want to gather
fruit for His vine . . .
we must be courageous
loving and kind.

If we want to reap,
there will be pruning
for God the harvest  . . .
is always fine tuning!

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Galatians 6:9
And let us not be weary
in well doing:
for in due season we shall reap,
if we faint not.

Psalm 126:6
He that goeth forth and weepeth,
bearing precious seed,
shall doubtless
come again with rejoicing,
bringing his sheaves with him.”

James 5:7
Be patient therefore,
brethren, unto the coming
of the Lord. Behold, the
husbandman waiteth for
the precious fruit of the earth,
and hath long patience for it,
until he receive the early
and latter rain.

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2018
Deborah Ann Belka

~ to GOD be the GLORY ~

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My Shepherd Calls ~

My Shepherd calls,
unto my weary heart
so His love into it
He can impart.

He beckons me,
to rest and know
not to worry
the way He’ll show.

He says my name,
so I can hear
the words I long for
“I’m always here.”

He reassures,
my every doubt
that He will work
all things out.

My Shepherd calls,
I know the voice
and to its sound
I do rejoice!

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John 10:27

“My sheep hear my voice,
and I know them, and they follow me:”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

My Cup Runneth Over ~

My cup it runneth over,
with tender mercy it flows . . .
my cup can never be emptied
for in my heart Jesus grows.

My cup is full of eternal grace,
with gladness it rises and swells . . .
my cup it will never run dry
for in my heart Jesus dwells.

My cup is full of a lasting joy,
with a love never to cease . . .
my cup will never drain out
for in my heart I am at peace.

My cup is full of  endless hope,
with power to be restored . . .
my cup is never unfilled
for in my heart Jesus is Lord.

My cup it runneth over,
with everlasting, blissful rest
my cup will never be empty . . .
for I am eternally blessed.

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Psalm 23:5b

“My cup runneth over.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

My Shepherd’s Waiting ~

In the valley I found,
my Shepherd waiting there
to lead and to guide me . . .
how to give Him my care.

He offered me His staff,
to lean my weariness upon
He took from me my grief
gave me joy to put on.

In the midst of tragedy,
suffering, pain and loss
His rod directed me . . .
to the work on the cross.

He gave me the strength,
hope for each tomorrow
for, He took upon Himself
the pain of my sorrow.

In the valley I found,
my Shepherd waiting there
and now I have His peace
replacing my despair!

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Psalm 23:1

“The Lord is my shepherd;
I shall not want.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Jesus Is ~

Jesus is . . .
my eternal Friend
the Deliverer of my soul
the One who completes me
the One who makes me whole.

Jesus is . . .
my Redeemer
the Forgiver of my wrongs
the One who blesses me
the One who keeps me strong.

Jesus is . . .
my Helper
the Comforter of my heart
the One who I always turn to
the One who’ll never depart.

Jesus is . . .
my Shepherd
the Light in which I see
the One whose Word is Truth
the One who leads and guides me.

Jesus is . . .
my Healer
the  Hope living inside me
the One who perfects me
the One whose image, I pray to be.

Jesus is . . .
my Savior
the Risen Lord and my King
the One who promises to everyone
I will make new all things!

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Revelation 21:5
King James Version

“And he that sat upon the throne said,
Behold, I make all things new.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

My Shepherd’s Care ~

Besides still waters He leads me,
to pastures green He guides
my Shepherd’s care for me
never wanes, ebbs or subsides.

He feeds me the Good News,
with words that sustain me
He fills me with wisdom
so His truths I can see.

To the land of milk and honey,
where heavenly manna flows
my Shepherd takes me to where
my love for righteousness grows.

He corrects with tender affection,
sometimes He uses His rod
but, I know His staff of love
will steer me to the throne of God.

Into the valley He takes me,
where I can sip from His well
the spring of Life-Giving waters
keeps my soul from the pit of hell.

Besides still waters He guides,
to pastures green He leads me
my Shepherds’ care will never cease
until with Him in heaven I be.

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Psalm 23:2

“He maketh me to lie down
in green pastures:
he leadeth me beside
the still waters.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

I Hear His Voice ~

Jesus calls my name,
I hear His voice . . .
oh, how this knowledge
makes me rejoice.

I talk with Him,
He walks with me
together we journey
through the valley.

Over the hills we go,
climb up to their tops
we travel together
making plenty of stops.

That’s when I learn,
to follow His way
or face the danger
of going astray.

Jesus calls my name,
His voice I hear . . .
He beckons to me
to stay to Him near!

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John 10:27

“My sheep hear my voice,
and I know them,
and they follow me:”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

He Is My Shepherd ~

He is my Shepherd,
I am His lamb . . .
He loves me
just as I am.

I will follow Him,
wherever He goes
for I am confident
the way He knows.

I’ll never leave Him,
beside Him I will stay
from Him I’ll never
wander or stray.

I’ll remain by Him,
He’ll be at my side
I’ll always trust Him
to lead and to guide.

Jesus is my Shepherd,
His voice I do hear . . .
as long as I follow Him
I’ll have nothing to fear!

~~~~~~~~~

John 10:27

“My sheep hear my voice,
and I know them,
and they follow me.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

If The Lord Is Our Shepherd ~

If the Lord is our Shepherd,
then why do we still want?
If He supplies all our needs,
then why do our lacks still taunt?

If besides still waters He leads,
then why do we still fear?
If He fills us with quietness,
then why is it not here?

If green pastures bring peace,
then why are we still stressed?
If He leaves us not lacking,
then why don’t we feel blessed?

If He restores our soul,
then why do we still doubt?
If He satisfies our deep thirst,
then why is their still a drought?

If in righteousness He guides,
then why do we still wander?
If the Lord is your True Shepherd,
these things . . .
we would not have to ponder!

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Psalm 23:1-3

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures:
He leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul:
He leadeth me in the paths of righteousness
for his name’s sake.

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

Jesus, My Redeemer ~

 

He is the Alpha and the Omega,
the Beginning and the End
He is our Jehovah, our Lord of  Glory
our Eternal Life and forever Friend.

He is the Light of the  world,
the Morning Star, the Righteous Sun
He is our Lord, our King, and our Prince
He is God’s only – Beloved Son.

He is the Word and the Living Bread,
the Ransom, the Truth, and the Way
He is the living Son of  God
our Wonderful Savior of the day.

He is the Faithful Protector,
the Rock, the Shield, and the Rod
He is our Refuge, our Strength, our Fortress
He is the begotten – Holy One of God

He is the Good  Shepherd,
The Redeemer, the Everlasting Peace
He is our Lamp and our Lamb
He is the Servant who came to teach.

He is the Fountain of Living Waters,
the Helper, the Physician, and the Healer
He is our Portion, our  Bread of Life
our Restorer and the Holy Spirit’s sealer.

He is the Branch and the True Vine,
the Root of David is where He is from.
He is the  Tree of Everlasting Life
He is the Bridegroom yet to come.

He has  many names as you can see,
and on all of them we can surely call
but . . .  Jesus . . . my Blessed Redeemer
is my favorite one of them  all!

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Copyright 2011
Deborah Ann Belka

My Days Are The Lords

Lord, You know my days,
the number of my years
You know the exact time
that my life will be here.

I pray I will use it wisely,
giving honor to Your name
I ask that You will help me
not to bring You any shame.

Lord, You have given me,
this place for me to dwell
You’ve given me a chance
to choose heaven over hell.

I pray I’ll be a good steward,
in the seasons allotted me
I ask for Your guidance
so in eternity, we can be.

Lord, You understand me,
and know my every side
You’ve given me Your light
to be my constant guide.

I pray I will not falter,
on the narrowest of ways
I ask that You will lead me
all my nights and all my days.

Lord, let me not stray,
from You while I am here
for You are my Shepherd
who I trust with all my years!

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Job 14:5

“Seeing his days are determined, the number
of his months are with thee, thou hast
appointed his bounds that he cannot pass;”

King James Version
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Copyright 2012
Deborah Ann Belka

My Shepherd ~

My Shepherd never takes me,
to a land that is unknown
nor to fields that are not green
or to where wild seeds are sown.

My Shepherd never leads me,
without a gentle nudge or prod
for He looks out for my safety
with His loving staff and rod.

My Shepherd never guides me,
through terrain that is too steep
for He knows my limitations
and will protect this little sheep.

My Shepherd never shows me,
the way that will steer me wrong
He will see me through the valley
and help me to be brave and strong.

My Shepherd wants to feed me,
in pastures that are rich and lush
and so my thirsty soul will follow
and to His living waters I will rush!

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Psalm 23:1
King James Version

“The Lord is my shepherd;I shall not want.”

Copyright 2012
Deborah Ann Belka