We want to unburden, Our neighbors in need, But we may have to wait, Til the waters recede. On the news I see, People blessed to assist, Their opportunity for charity, They cannot resist. But I just sit here, Stuck in my abode, Longing to provide aid, To lift a friend's load. Trusting my Lord's … Continue reading Poem: In the Midst of Harvey
God’s Love Seen
God's love is clearly seen through every helping hand, comforting hug, encouraging word, sacrificial action, and enduring spirit. This love is to know God for God is love! Beloved, let us love one another, for love is from God; and everyone who loves is born of God and knows God. The one who does not … Continue reading God’s Love Seen
Sunday Reflection: Bolt the Door
Thwarting sin can be grueling. A door can be opened. A door to your heart you never thought could be accessible.
Poem: The Mask I Wear
You don't know what I feel, The emptiness, the despair, Because I have a smile, On the mask I wear. It's a way to endure, A way to be free, Of these moments of feelings, That aren't genuinely me. I play the upbeat music, I fake a disguising dance, Not because I want to, But … Continue reading Poem: The Mask I Wear
Avoid the Hole of Debt
It takes patience and persistence to get out of debt. It also takes patience and persistence to stay out of debt. Tremendous willpower must be exhibited in both cases, but only one will provide a sense of freedom. Would you rather get yourself into a hole where this willpower is forced for survival or start … Continue reading Avoid the Hole of Debt
Poem: The Love Letter
I read it every day, And kept wondering why, No one in this world, Could ever satisfy. Then the thought came, The one waited for, Your words are unmatched, Authentic to the core. No love is perfect, Just like yours, Selflessly giving, The grace that cures. Wanting grows deeper, Each day I view, The scripts … Continue reading Poem: The Love Letter
Validation Of Self-Worth
I want to wholly purge the need to hear "good job" from people. To appreciate the words but not use them for validation of self-worth. Alternately, I yearn for the words of validation from my eternal Master saying: “Well done, good and faithful servant." Matthew 25:21a Prayer: Father, I live my life in devotion to … Continue reading Validation Of Self-Worth
Sunday Reflection: A Lesser Existence
It was the demise of a bondservant wrought in humiliation at the hands of wretched men to save those He loves.
Not Acceptable Anymore
"I'm not that person anymore." It's a simple command you can mentally give your mind in the midst of a sinfully influential thought or craving to remind it that you are living a new life now, and this is not acceptable anymore. The mind will put up a fight, and it will take time and persistance, but … Continue reading Not Acceptable Anymore
Poem: Unyielded Anger
Unyielded anger lingers inside, Against wickedness committed. The perpetrator unrepentant, Nothing left but to stew. Bitterness, wrath, vengeance, Poisons the unsatisfied soul. Release it to God weary mind, Before you implode. ....do not let the sun go down on your wrath.... Ephesians 4:26b ...."Vengeance is mine, I will repay," says the Lord. Romans 12:19b "....pray … Continue reading Poem: Unyielded Anger
Truth in Love 