Tag Archives: Poems

A Shepherd’s Care

February 29, 2012

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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? […]

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Jesus…

February 28, 2012

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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 […]

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And Yet, I Love

February 18, 2012

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Insecure… as a little girl. I love mommy and daddy, I silently cry As I shake and tremble throughout the night Always praying they will hold me tight. Naked images all around Sex in my home is something foul It makes a grown man big and proud To use his women and throw them around. […]

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Romans 15:13 inspired

February 15, 2012

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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.  

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Unforgettable

February 10, 2012

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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 […]

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February 5, 2012

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I may fear, but will not fail To win this fight that is so real. I will soar although, I crawl Can’t keep me down though, I may fall. My reward is heaven bound Real treasure here is never found. Give me comfort, give me peace Help me Jesus, help me please!

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“I Asked… I Received.”

December 30, 2011

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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 […]

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The Truth

December 27, 2011

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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 […]

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My Creed

December 24, 2011

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To live as gently as I can; To be, no matter where, a man; To take what comes of good or ill And cling to faith and honor still; To do my best, and let that stand The record of my brain and hand; And then, should failure come to me, Still work and hope […]

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To Share Our Burdens

December 16, 2011

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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 […]

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“Enable Us”

December 10, 2011

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Enable us to love the unlovable That they may know You, Father… 

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Nothing Material

December 8, 2011

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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 […]

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