Peace Surpassing ~

May you have the peace,
surpassing understanding
may you be at perfect rest
worries notwithstanding.

May you feel the blush,
of God’s soothing calm
may your soul soak it in
like the healing of a balm.

May you retain the peace,
guarding your heart and mind
may you through Jesus
the bliss of tranquility find.

May you sense the purge,
of all things troubling
may you feel the vibrant rush
of hope inside bubbling.

May you have the peace,
comprehension surpassing . . .
may for everything you pray
with pleas of thanksgiving!

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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.

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2021
Deborah Ann Belka

~ to GOD be the GLORY ~

Good Morning Quote ~11.06.20~

Good Morning Quote ~11.05.20~

Father, How Can I Show My Gratitude ~

Father, how can I show my gratitude,
my gratefulness for all You’ve done
how can I show my thankfulness
for the eternal gift of Your Son?

What can I do to repay You,
for the kindness You’ve shown me
what can I give back to You
so my appreciation You can see?

How can I render my thanksgiving,
the sense of my true gratification
how can I ever prove to You
the full delight of my satisfaction?

Father, how can I show my gratitude,
my gratefulness for all You do
how can I show my thankfulness
if I am not always praising You?

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Colossians 3:17

And whatsoever ye do
in word or deed, do all
in the name of the Lord Jesus,
giving thanks to God
and the Father by him.

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2013 Revised 2019
Deborah Ann Belka

Grow Your Gratitude ~

Grow your gratitude,
it will increase your praise
then what comes your way
you will not be phased.

For God wants us to be,
for all things grateful
and then our praise to Him
will become a daily staple.

Grow your thankfulness,
it won’t disappoint you
then whatever God sends
you’ll be able to get through.

For God desires of us,
our earnest of devotions
not just the kind we give
when going through the motions.

Grow your thanksgiving,
gratefulness you will raise
so no matter what life brings
you’ll still offer God your praise!

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Psalm 103:2

“Bless the Lord, O my soul,
and forget not all his benefits:”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2018
Deborah Ann Belka

Giving Thanks In Everything ~

Giving thanks in everything,
is God’s will for you
for He is praiseworthy
to receive His glory due.

For when you are grateful,
peace will flood your heart
then into it faith and trust
will come and do its part.

Giving thanks for all things,
is God’s true desire
no matter your situation
let it your praise inspire.

For when you are thankful,
for and in everything
His steadfast love will help
you get over anything.

Giving thanks to God,
wherever you are in this life
will allow Jesus to help you
overcome all of your strife!

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1 Thessalonians 5:18

“In every thing give thanks:
for this is the will of God
in Christ Jesus concerning you.”

King James Version
Public Domain

Copyright 2018
Deborah Ann Belka

Good Morning Quote ~04.26.18~

Some of My Favorite Praise Verses ~

Psalm 9:1

“I will praise thee,
O Lord, with my whole heart;
I will shew forth all thy
marvellous works.”

1 Peter 2:9

“But ye are a chosen generation,
a royal priesthood, an holy nation,
a peculiar people; that ye should
shew forth the praises of him
who hath called you out of darkness
into his marvellous light;”

Psalm 7:17

“I will praise the Lord
according to his righteousness:
and will sing praise to the name
of the Lord most high.

Philippians 4:8

“Finally, brethren, whatsoever
things are true, whatsoever
things are honest, whatsoever
things are just, whatsoever
things are pure, whatsoever
things are lovely, whatsoever
things are of good report;
if there be any virtue,
and if there be any praise,
think on these things.”

Psalm 18:49

“Therefore will I give thanks
unto thee, O Lord, among the
heathen, and sing praises
unto thy name.”

Hebrews 13:15

“By him therefore let us offer
the sacrifice of praise to God
continually, that is, the fruit
of our lips giving thanks to his name.”

Psalm 22:26

“The meek shall eat
and be satisfied:
they shall praise
the Lord that seek him:
your heart shall
live for ever.”

Proverbs 27:21

“As the fining pot for silver,
and the furnace for gold;
so is a man to his praise.”

Psalm 28:7

“The Lord is my strength
and my shield; my heart
trusted in him, and I am helped:
therefore my heart greatly
rejoiceth; and with my song
will I praise him.”

Ephesians 1:14

“Which is the earnest of our
inheritance until the redemption
of the purchased possession,
unto the praise of his glory.”

Psalm 34:1

“I will bless the Lord
at all times: his praise
shall continually be
in my mouth.”

1 Peter 1:7

That the trial of your faith,
being much more precious
than of gold that perisheth,
though it be tried with fire,
might be found unto praise
and honour and glory at the
appearing of Jesus Christ:”

Psalm 40:3

“And he hath put a new song
in my mouth, even praise
unto our God: many shall
see it, and fear, and shall
trust in the Lord.”

Psalm 42:5

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

Psalm 47:6

“Sing praises to God,
sing praises: sing praises
unto our King, sing praises.”

Psalm 48:10

“According to thy name,
O God, so is thy praise
unto the ends of the earth:
thy right hand is
full of righteousness.

Psalm 56:4

“In God I will praise his word,
in God I have put my trust;
I will not fear what flesh
can do unto me.”

Psalm 57:7

“My heart is fixed, O God,
my heart is fixed: I will
sing and give praise

Psalm 63:3

“Because thy lovingkindness
is better than life, my lips
shall praise thee..”

Psalm 71:14

“But I will hope continually,
and will yet praise thee
more and more.”

Psalm 79:13

“So we thy people and sheep
of thy pasture will give thee
thanks for ever: we will shew
forth thy praise
to all generations.”

Psalm 104:33

“I will sing unto the Lord
as long as I live: I will
sing praise to my God
while I have my being.”

Psalm 106:1

“Praise ye the Lord.
O give thanks unto the Lord;
for he is good: for his mercy
endureth for ever.”

Psalm 111:10

“The fear of the Lord
is the beginning of wisdom:
a good understanding have
all they that do his commandments:
his praise endureth for ever.”

Psalm 113:3

“From the rising of the sun
unto the going down of the
same the Lord’s name
is to be praised.”

Psalm 139:14

“I will praise thee;
for I am fearfully
and wonderfully made:
marvellous are thy works;
and that my soul knoweth
right well.”

Psalm 145:2

“Every day will I bless thee;
and I will praise thy name
for ever and ever.”

Psalm 145:3

“Great is the Lord,
and greatly to be praised;
and his greatness is unsearchable.”

Psalm 150:2

“Praise him for his mighty acts:
praise him according to his
excellent greatness.”

Psalm 150:6

“Let every thing that hath breath
praise the Lord. Praise ye the Lord.”

Revelation 19:5

‘And a voice came out of the throne,
saying, Praise our God, all ye his
servants, and ye that fear him,
both small and great.”

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All Scriptures taken from
King James Bible
by Public Domain

Sticky Note From God 10.06.16

Thanksgiving Dinner ~

Every year at this same time,
we sit at our dining tables . . .
feasting upon what has become
Thanksgiving Day staples.

We gobble down the turkey,
mashed potatoes and candy yams
then we sit back and disclaim . . .
I can’t believe how full I am.

But, this year I am not serving,
the traditional Thanksgiving fare
instead a healthy fruit salad . . .
is all I’m planning to share.

I’m going take some gentleness,
stuff it full of God’s love
along side of it will be the peace
that comes only from above.

I’ll pile high on each plate,
some joy and some goodness
right next to them I will place
some faith and some meekness.

I’ll top it off with patience,
and for the piece of resistance
I’ll pray for those whom I serve. . .
to have a lot of temperance!

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Galatians 5:22-23

“But the fruit of the Spirit is love,
 joy, peace, longsuffering,
gentleness, goodness, faith,

Meekness, temperance:
 against such there is no law.

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

~ Have a Joyous Thanksgiving ~

Sticky Note to God 11.26.15

Sticky Note to God 11.24.15

Sticky Note From God ~ 11.17.15

Heartfelt Gratitude

Lord, may I always have,
an appreciative attitude
one filled with adoration
thanksgiving and gratitude.

May I always be grateful,
whether sick or healthy
may I always be thankful
be I penniless or wealthy.

Lord, may I be thankful,
to You, for all things
happy with the provision
Your daily grace brings.

May I always be glad,
to receive Your benefits
may my praise to You
to the world be evident.

Lord, may I always have,
a heartfelt gratitude . . .
coursing through my life
gushing out in my attitude!

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Ephesians 5:20

“Giving thanks always for all things
unto God and the Father in the
name of our Lord Jesus Christ;”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

Where There is Peace ~

Where there is peace,
there is thanksgiving
where there is praise
there is holy living.

Where there is calm,
there is joyfulness
where there is trust
there is cheerfulness.

Where there is tranquility,
there is anticipation
where there is hope
there is salvation.

Where there is serenity,
there is reliance
where there is faith
there is guidance.

Where there is peace,
there is thanksgiving
where there is gratitude
there is a calm unflinching!

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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.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

In the Middle of the Night ~

In the middle of the night,
when all is calm and quiet
when in my house . . .
there’s a peaceful climate.

I take advantage,
of the early morning hour
and I thank God . . .
for His strength and power.

I thank Him for the new day,
He has in store for me . . .
I thank Him for helping me
believe in things, I can’t see.

I thank Him for His mercy,
He showers on me anew
I thank Him for His grace
that restores and renews.

I thank Him for His love,
above all other things . . .
I thank Him for the peace
just knowing Him brings.

In the middle of the night,
if awaken from my sleep . . .
I thank my heavenly Father
for every blessing that I reap!

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Psalm 119:62

 ” At midnight I will rise to give
thanks unto thee because
of thy righteous judgments.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2015
Deborah Ann Belka

Sticky Note to God 11.27.14

What Thanksgiving Brings ~

Thanksgiving brings hope,
where there is none
thanksgiving brings gladness
as praise rolls of the tongue.

Thanksgiving brings calm,
where there is chaos
thanksgiving brings joyfulness
with peace, as its payoff.

Thanksgiving brings trust,
where there is doubt
thanksgiving brings jubilation
to those who are devout.

Thanksgiving brings power,
where there is weakness
thanksgiving brings merriment
healing and completeness.

Thanksgiving brings delight,
to our Father and His Son
thanksgiving brings rejoicing
for all they have done!

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Psalm 75:175

“Unto thee, O God, do we give thanks,
unto thee do we give thanks:
for that thy name is near
thy wondrous works declare.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Sticky Note to God 11.20.14

Finding Peace ~

Peace without prayer,
is just impossible
for prayer makes
all things possible.

Peace without trust,
cannot be there
for trust gives Jesus
our every care.

Peace without hope,
is not able to save
for without hope
there’s only the grave.

Peace without faith,
can’t bring calmness
for faith by itself
can’t bring stillness.

Peace without praise,
won’t make us peaceful
for without praise . . .
we can’t be grateful!

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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.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Sticky Note to God 11.10.14

Thank You God ~

I thank You God,
for everything . . .
for the hope
Your mercy brings.

I thank You God,
for Your Son
for the work
He has begun.

I thank You God,
for Your goodness
for the joy
of Your fullness.

I thank You God,
for prayers granted
for the peace
You’ve implanted.

I thank You God,
for deliverance
for the strength
of perseverance.

I thank You God,
for everything . . .
for each provision
You daily bring!

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Psalm 136:26

“O give thanks unto the God of heaven:
 for his mercy endureth for ever.”

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Sticky Note to God 10.14.14

Eternally Grateful ~

Oh, Lord when I mediate,
on Your tender mercy . . .
my heart for You becomes
ever-more thirsty.

I want to drink in,
all of Your compassion . . .
I want to bottle up
each drop of Your passion.

Oh, Lord when I ponder,
on Your abundant grace . . .
I cannot, but help to fall
down on my thankful face.

Not out of shame,
but, out of respect and fear
for, Your eternal love for me
makes my eyes well and tear.

Oh, Lord when I concentrate,
on Your faithfulness . . .
my hearts swells for you
with eternal gratefulness!

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Psalm 100:4-5

“Enter into his gates with thanksgiving,
and into his courts with praise:
be thankful unto him, and bless his name.

For the Lord is good; his mercy is everlasting;
 and his truth endureth to all generations.

King James Version
by Public Domain

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Joy in Suffering?

How could there be joy in suffering,
what good can come from pain?
How can there be rejoicing,
when there’s only loss, and not gain?

How could there be thanksgiving,
what good can come from tribulation?
How can there be gratefulness,
when there’s only deep affliction?

How could there be praise,
what good can come from misery?
How can there be worship,
when there’s no longer liberty?

How could there be gladness,
what good can come from persecution?
How can there be happiness,
when there’s some facing execution?

How could there be joy in suffering,
what good can come from all this pain?
Ah, is it because we believe . . .
one day, Jesus will come to reign?

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1 Peter 1:6-7

“Wherein ye greatly rejoice,
though now for a season,
if need be, ye are in heaviness
through manifold temptations:

That the trial of your faith,
being much more precious
 than of gold that perisheth,
though it be tried with fire,
might be found unto praise
and honour and glory at the
appearing of Jesus Christ:”

King James Version
by Public Domain

I’m Looking Up ~

I’m looking up,
morning, noon and night
I’m keeping my eyes on Jesus
looking straight into His light.

I’m not going to look within,
I’ll just be disappointed
I’m not going to look back
I’ll just get all disjointed.

I’m not looking around me,
I’ll just be distracted
I’m not going to look forward
I’ll just get sidetracked.

So, I’ll just keep looking up,
with praise and gratitude
morning, noon and night
with a thankful attitude!

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Psalm 5:3
King James Version

” My voice shalt thou hear in the morning,
O Lord; in the morning will I direct my
prayer unto thee, and will look up.”

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

Be Not Anxious ~

Be anxious for nothing,
let not worry rule the day
give your cares to the Lord
before you go your way.

For, Jesus promises,
through everything in prayer
you will find His rest when . . .
thanksgiving is also there.

Don’t get overly nervous,
don’t fuss and fret about
lest your anxiety will cast . . .
those tiny seeds of doubt.

For, Jesus knows you need,
Him to take away your fear
and a thankful heart will . . .
bring Him close and near.

Don’t let your anxiety,
rob you of your peace
instead let thankfulness . . .
be what you release!

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Philippians 4:6
King James Version

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

Copyright 2014
Deborah Ann Belka

A Joyful, Thankful Heart ~

Lord, a joyful, thankful heart,
I bring to Thanksgiving’s table
a soul forever grateful
for all that You are able.

You make my plate complete,
when from Your Word I reap
the full bounty of Your grace
in Your kindness I do steep.

You fill me with such peace,
Your tender mercies overflow
Your love fills me to the brim
Your compassion in me grows.

You supply all my needs,
bless me with even more
You fulfill my every dream
with promises of life ~ evermore.

Lord, a joyful, thankful heart,
I bring to You not just on today
a soul full of hope and gratitude
for all You’ve done along the way!

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Colossians 3:15
King James Version

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

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

Gracious Gratitude ~

Not just on Thanksgiving,
but every day of the year
give God your heartfelt praise
and it will bring you cheer.

For when we are thankful,
the entire year through
joy will flood our hearts
spilling over in all we do.

Every minute of the day,
thank God for His grace
every second you’re alive
praise His holy face.

Give Him your thanksgiving,
with a heart that’s forthright
and in the eyes of the Lord
you’ll be a pleasure and delight.

So, everyone let’s show Him,
our gracious gratitude . . .
today and all year through
with a thankful attitude!

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1 Thessalonians 5:18
King James Version

“In every thing give thanks:
for this is the will of God
in Christ Jesus concerning you.”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

In Everything Give Thanks ~

In everything give thanks,
to God our Father up in Heaven
in Jesus name give praise
for all that we’ve been given.

In everything give thanks,
for the good things we own
for the temporal needs He meets
for each gift from His throne.

In everything give thanks,
for our spiritual blessings
for the Life, the Truth, the Way
for forgiveness in confessing.

In everything  give thanks,
for the mercy God has given
for grace, election, redemption
for the adoption of the forgiven.

In everything  give thanks,
for the adversities of  this life
for peace, joy and comfort
for renewal from daily strife.

In everything  give thanks,
for this is God’s will for you
in Jesus name give praise
and His light will shine through!

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1 Thessalonians 5:18
King James Version

“In every thing give thanks:
for this is the will of God
in Christ Jesus concerning you.”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka

An Attitude of Gratitude ~

An attitude of gratitude,
is content in every way
it knows material wealth
only brings spiritual decay.

It sees worldly things,
cannot really satisfy
nor can they fill the void
or the emptiness inside.

No matter how it feels,
it never acts hard pressed
it may feel down and out
but never truly stressed.

An attitude of gratitude,
knows God’s in control
it finds true contentment
and joy fills its very soul.

It can be hungry,
but not have hunger’s pain
it may be thirsty
but never feels the strain.

It wants to share,
with everyone that it can
the Good News it has found
in God’s eternal plan.

An attitude of gratitude,
is an act of faith with grace
you’ll know the ones who have it
by the smiles on their face!

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2 Corinthians 4:8-10
King James Version

“We are troubled on every side,
yet not distressed; we are perplexed,
but not in despair; Persecuted,
but not forsaken;
cast down, but not destroyed;
Always bearing about
in the body the dying
of the Lord Jesus,
that the life also
of Jesus might be made
manifest in our body.”

Copyright 2013
Deborah Ann Belka