In the still of the morning, this poem filled my heart....
The wonders of quiet Stillness profound Held by my Savior Angels all around Peace washes me Assurance takes over Worry desolves Love is my cover Joy is my portion As serenity abides Darkness is vanquished In Christ I'm alive!
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He stood before me Tall and glowing His love engulfed me Flowing, flowing Hand that touched me Tender and assuring His joy filled me Strengthening, enduring His smile washed me Peace and serenity It is well with me Now and for eternity
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Sharing a conversation of prayer I had with the Lord God a couple of weeks ago regarding the times we are experiencing. Today I felt like it was appropriate to post it as it is not only for me, it is for all who believe. May it bless you!
Give me peace, Lord
He answered: Yes
Give me hope and joy, Lord
He answered: Yes
Give me your best, Lord
He answered: Yes
Help me to please you, Lord
He answered: Yes
Help me to be holy, Lord
He answered: Yes
Give me a trusting heart, Lord
He answered: Yes
Help me to believe, Lord
He answered: Yes
Calm my fears, Lord
He answered: Yes
Never leave me, Lord
He answered: Yes
Always provide for me, Lord
He answered: Yes
Take away all troubles, Lord
He answered: NO!
In troubles you will seek Me
I will be there for you always
In troubles you will lean on Me
I will hold you up
In troubles you will open your heart
I will transform you
In troubles you will learn humility
I will strengthen you and lift you up
In troubles you will learn from Me
I will teach you
In troubles you will seek My Heart
I will make you My vessel of charity and love
You will be mine and I will be yours
Many will know Me through you
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Today is not what I chose
Yet I write joy with my pen
Despite the gloom of our woes
God’s grace sparkles like a gem
The sun comes up and sets
The sky is still blue
We have air to breathe, flowers, and pets
A roof, clothing, and food too
His aim is to take care of us
Draw us close in love
So, turn to Him in humbleness
Receive Peace from above
Let thankfulness rule your heart
Not fear or selfishness
Waste no thought on what seems lost
Rejoice in God; In Him rest
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Aerial dispute
Raucous bird racket
Morning dove coo
Fly by yellow jacket
Peace returns
Grosbeak distant song
Hummingbird churns
Wind blows strong
Tiny bug crawls by
Lizard on the run
Sparrow flies the sky
Sun sure feels warm
No day is boring
In my garden retreat
My Joy is soaring
As I sit at Jesus’ feet
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White bark, dead flowers
Bare branches crisscross the sky
Lacy leafless woven tapestry
Red headed bird flies by
Sweet songs catch my ears
What seemed dead is alive
Feathered chorus serenades
Then they quickly hide
Thank You Lord for the treasure
Of Your amazing creation
Lifts my heart with praises
It’s like a mini-vacation!
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When life becomes dark
Gloom of pain overtakes
All seems sterile and stark
Surrounded with heartbreaks
There is a place called hope
Found in One who's true
He's at the end of our rope
By faith He pulls us through
After sadness rain for days
Comes His air so clean, so fresh
Warmth of Jesus sunny rays
Relieve a heart depressed
Joy displaces void and bleakness
Angelic hosts decimate what's hard
His love's strength devours weakness
Peace mounts up a holy guard
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Such a beautiful face
Drenched with forgiving grace
Eyes dripping with love
Compassion holds me like a glove
A vision beyond this earth
He’s of magnificent worth
Gentle yet bold; full of power
He’s my shelter and strong tower
All creation bows in reverence
Perfect holiness is His countenance
Wonders of mercy pour out to me
I’m surrounded by a peace-filled sea
How I long to stay here all day
But Life interrupts in a jolting way
Tomorrow I’ll join Him once again
In glorious moments of golden rain
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His sunshine winked at me
I smiled back, delighted
Clear skies bathed me in a blue sea
Soft wind danced around excited
Brilliant magenta flowers laugh
Their leaves gently clap with joy
Butterfly took a daisy nap
Kitty chased a dried leaf “toy”
Bees dart, distant bells bong
My eyes find a lady bug gem
Unseen birds sing a happy song
Chimes try to join with them
In my garden I find such peace
Its surprises are never ending
God’s creation is always a feast
His presence and love abounding!
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God’s Peace…
Powerful
Encouraging
Assurance
Calmness
and
Endurance
Out of the Heart of Jesus
to our trembling heartÂ
đŸ’–
Cheryl Birch 