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 →

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 →

3 Weeks of Bliss, 2 Weeks of Reality

For those that suffer with fibromyalgia, there's a fine line between calling the good days a blessing or a curse.

Poem: His Possession

A possession, I don't want to be, Unless it's to the Savior, Who died for me. His instruction, I want to adhere, Worldly desires I deny, For salvation draws near. Zealous deeds, In this present time, Worthy of the Savior, Who died for every crime. Blessed hope, Through grace shown, To purify a people, That … Continue reading Poem: His Possession →

Sunday Reflection: Crucified with Christ

Since I have a Savior who was crucified on behalf of my sins, I will not totally accept myself for who I am.

The Birds and the Lilies

When I hear the birds of the air, I hear them singing: "We are happy, We are fed, By the Father's hand, We get our bread." When I see the lilies of the field, I see them expressing: "We are beautiful, We are dressed, By the Father's hand, We are blessed." When I consider these … Continue reading The Birds and the Lilies →

Graceful Woman, You Inspire Me

I've observed her tangled heart for years, Living a downtroddened life, She wasn't expecting. Her husband commanding and demanding from her, No love in the way she desires, Nor the security needed. His impulses and anger getting the best of him, Her cleaning up the messes, Hoping things will change. Him provoking her to her … Continue reading Graceful Woman, You Inspire Me →

The Problem is not Anger, Grief, or Stress

The problem is not that we experience anger, grief, or stress. These are all reflective of our need for justice, love, and peace. It's when we allow it to consume us at the expense of not trusting in God, Who is the ultimate source of justice, love, and peace. Prayer (from Psalms‬ ‭25:1-2, 9-10, 20-21): … Continue reading The Problem is not Anger, Grief, or Stress →

Baptism’s Truth

Oh Baptism, with so many conflicting teachings, where can I find your proof for truth? Tradition or conviction? “He who believes and is baptized will be saved...” Mark‬ ‭16:16‬ Sprinkle or immerse? Therefore we were buried with Him through baptism into death... Romans‬ ‭6:4‬ Remission or gesture? “Repent, and let every one of you be … Continue reading Baptism’s Truth →