Poem inspired by scenery on a recent drive through the Las Vegas Valley
Mountains red and jagged
Jutting from the desert floor
Surrounded by stark beauty
Joshua trees, rocks, cacti galore
Can’t take my eyes away
Each peak a work of art
Carved out by the hand of God
Awe and joy fill my heart!
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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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While I was in my garden I started thinking about and praying for all of us who are aging and/or not well during this very trying time and this poem of encouragement poured into my heart. May it bless you!
What used to be red
Now rusty orange
Leaning on shed
Looking forlorn
Wooden handles gray
Weathered and worn
Stuck in weedy fray
Front wheel torn
Once useful and new
Now broken and spent
Like a life view
On getting old and bent
Good News abounds
New wheel, some paint
Wheel barrow rebounds
Was junk, now ain’t
No matter your age
Or physical condition
God’s promise fills your page
With opportunity and provision
So take heart aging one
He’s got plans for you
Cling fast to His Son
Your life He will renew!
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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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Photo taken by Cheryl S Birch
I know it is past Holy Week now, but what Jesus did for us on the cross, His death, resurrection, and ascension are still so much on my heart! This poem is to give Him the honor He is due because, for us who believe, every day is Resurrection Sunday!!
With great joy He gave His life
He received what was your due
His blood shed for sin and strife
He’s all love and mercy too
Rejoice this day in His Resurrection
Receive His free gift of peace
If you ask, He grants Salvation
Bow your soul at His feet
Dance and sing in celebration
What He promises is true
Jesus’ heart, the door of heaven
He hold opens just for you!
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Though life is challenging right now, our God is still blessing us with the beauty of His creation. Today as I woke up I marveled at the wonders of His sunshine invading my room and wrote this poem. Praying that it blesses you and reminds you to thank God for every gift He gives us to help us through this difficult time worldwide…
Light then shadows
Blinking and sparkles
Shapes wall dancing
Sunshine playing
Warmth invades
Peeking through shades
Morning has come
New day dawn
Lifted my eyes
Clear blue skies
What beautiful view
Lord God, thank you!
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Rays of golden fringed pink
Breakthrough the darkest blue
Stars fade managing a last twink
The sky transforms, now a radiant hue
Still the source is hidden
Creation holds its breath
There! The sun fills the horizon
A promise of hope is birthed
The love of God envelopes earth
His peace fills accepting hearts
Look up and know your worth
Each dawn is for your restart
Black night now gone
The breeze refreshing and fair
Listen to the bird song
Rejoice, your New Day is here!
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A precious door closed yesterday
The past is now shut tight
I'm not sure of my way
But, the Lord's assurance is my light
Sitting in my garden chair
I pondered "Has my future died?"
A Wind, a strong puff of air
Opened my garden gate very wide
Heaven suddenly touched my thought
"I've opened a door wide for you!"
Such excitement my heart caught
"Be Brave! Be Bold! Walk through!"
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Lord God my only Hope
My Strength and Healer
No other can help
This weary soul of mine
Worn out from life’s trials
I sit before you now
Broken, hurting, grieving, exhausted
Knowing You alone have the answer
My meager praise is Yours
What little I have is Yours
Who I am is all Yours
What I do is Yours
I’m done; I can’t go on
If You don’t inspire me
I quit it all – Give You all
Whether You give back or not
You’re all I want
I need you more than ever
Help me see You, hear You, feel You
My precious God and Treasure
It’s not thanksgiving for turkey
Or, mountains of delicious food
Nor is it thanks for football games,
Family, friends, or that which is good
The gratefulness expressed this day
Belongs One special place
He’s the truth, life, and the way
God full of glory and grace!
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May your Thanksgiving be filled to overflowing with the love, peace and presence of God! In Jesus Name I pray, AMEN!
Cheryl Birch 