Jessie Jeanine

A shepherd’s care for his flock Is not to be untold He shares a plea to keep his sheep Safe within its folds. Yet as he does, if one should stray Into the cold fields alone He’ll follow them and earnestly seek To save their lives, their souls. Why such concern for a wandering lamb? […]

When struggles are present Will I remember Your name? Do I focus on all that eludes Or trust with unwavering faith? When tears are shed And fear rears its head, Do I foster those thoughts Or believe You instead? A little discomfort may be good for the soul To make me think and help me […]

Father, Favorite, Forever bound Freedom, Forgiveness, Fundamentally found. Live, Laugh, Love abound Lacking Never, Life surround. Hope, Help, Happy Hearts Holy Spirit, Gifts impart. Father God if I Believe I Pray it’s evident for all to see.  

Many times it’s come to mind… “Your tears are o.k. here” he said, so kind. I’m always afraid to let them fall to allow these feelings which are so raw. I have permission to just be myself insecurity and weakness revealed, no doubt. To become that vulnerable and stripped of my pride it frightens and […]

I asked for riches that I might be happy; I was given Christ that I might be rich. I asked for healing that I might be in control; I was allowed to suffer that I might surrender. I asked for independence that I might do my own will; I was given free will that I […]

The truth you did not want to hear Though you acted most sincere You coaxed and claimed it was safe You pledged acceptance – I showed my face! So, my story I did reveal Not all, but parts enough to seal The fate you chose to then bestow Upon my heart and my soul. Quick […]

My Christmas Confession… So, I am used to being on the giving side of things and it is difficult for me to accept help. Because of the way I grew up and the life I’ve lived, I have had to be very independent and learn to do most things on my own. This has never […]

Who will be a voice for the victims? For the baby who is abandoned Forsaken for no reason. For the child who is abused Beaten and bruised. For the girl who is molested And feels ashamed. For the boy who is hated Denied and rejected. For the woman who is raped And carries the blame. […]

I KNOW WHO I AM I am God’s Child (John 1:12) I am Christ’s friend  (John  15: 5) I am united with the Lord  (1 Cor 6:17) I am bought with a price  (1 Cor. 6: 19 – 20) I am a personal witness of Jesus Christ(Acts1:8) I am the salt and light of the […]

Compassion and empathy We might bestow For our brothers and sisters So, no one’s alone. ♥¸¸.•*¨*•♥ LOVE ♥•*¨*•.¸¸♥ How can I hope to help you heal If your wounds, you do not let me feel. How do I know your hurt is deep If never, you let me see you weep. How can I be […]

Nothing Material Dear God, As I open my heart and allow Jesus in I pray for your mercy; that you make me strong from within. Please… Help me understand your ways, for I fear I’ll go astray It can seem so difficult, I don’t like it this way. Please… Help me find the courage and […]

The Bible is chucked full of so many verses which instruct us to give Him thanks and praise at ALL times, and yes my friends, that means even during times of suffering. God is good and never changing, which makes Him worthy of our praise no matter what and in every circumstance. Did I lose […]