I would like to thank the many poets who have allowed me to post their beautiful, inspiring poems here on God's Club. Their writings are a blessing to all who read them.
WHY
Why are you crying so hard today? Your heavenly Father is on His way. Where is your joy and the laughter you had Your Father will comfort you whenever you’re sad. Why are you worried about so many things? When your heavenly Father will take care of everything. Who do you run to when you feel like you can’t cope? Your Father in heaven is where you will find so much hope. Why are you searching in all the wrong places for love? When real love comes from your Father in heaven above. Down on your knees as you talk to Him. He reaches out and comforts you again. Your tears are now gone and have been replaced with a smile, As you spend time with your Father in prayer for a while. Looking up you now see that your cup over flows, Your no longer asking why because you already know. The one that you need and for you is always there, Your heavenly Father who loves you and
took on all your cares.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God July 24th 2013
A BABY'S BREATH AWAY
Did you ever stop to think, That Heaven is really not far away? In fact I believe we all have encounters, With God's Kingdom everyday.
As you watch your babies at play, When they pick up a toy, How inquisitively they examine it, And it brings them so much joy.
There is nothing greater, Than to watch them explore and learn, What this button does and then the next, They give each one its' turn.
They study and they laugh with joy, With each new thing that they see. If that's not Heaven right here on earth, Then what else could it be?
Our children grow up so quickly, And time keeps marching on. And before you know it, your grandchildren, Are the ones who are singing their song.
A puppy or a bunny, even baby chicks, Are such a bundle of fun. We should thank our God each time we see, Them playing in the sun.
So on those days when you feel, That Heaven is just so far away, And you long to share the beauty & peace, Just look at it this way.
All this beauty that God has made, He did it all for you and me. So look around and notice Just how close Heaven really can be.
The trees, the clouds, the butterflies, And the sweet baby that you see, Are little parts of Heaven that our God, Shares with you and me.
Don't let this world distract you. You'll miss the beauty that God wants to share. Lift your head and Praise the Father above, Because the beauty is everywhere!!
So hold your baby very tight, And bow your head and pray. Thank God for sending you pieces of Heaven, And it was just a baby's breath away.
Meeting my Savior, seeing His shining face, abundant with love… What will I do-embrace.
Supreme love He gives, Praise almighty on high, what a gift… No one can deny.
Yes, I’ll jump and shout, from His throne on high, He is my redeemer… Eternity His supply.
I know His face, I’ve felt His touch~~ Glory, Glory, I will shout, jump and sing much.
You are my King, I am your child, Hallelujah! Hallelujah! Power of love consumes my smile. .
Brenda Clark Pike @2012
THE MASTERPIECE
I heard a voice softly call my name But did not know, from where it came I stopped walking and turned to have a look around But no one within my sight was to be found.
As I entered a field of flowers, full of beauty and grace Peacefulness and tranquility, engulfed this place Above me fluffy clouds soared gently across the sky In front of me, mountains stretched wide and high.
A small lake separates the field from the mountainsides A secret santuary for wildlife, in seclusion this place hides Nature at its very best, unknown to few Standing here before me, in my full view.
The very first thing that crossed my mind and think of Was how God so carefully created this place, out of love I wondered was the Garden of Eden as beautiful as this A Masterpiece full of bliss, this was definitely "His!"
All the different colors of flowers seemed to catch my eye As the snow on the mountain tops, that stood so high Winter and summer together in one place, on the same day A Perfect original of the Lords work, on full display!
Sit back and take a close look at the picture above This is what I call part of God's Love! Alpha and Omega, What Was, Is and Yet To Be Our Creator, "THE LORD GOD ALMIGHTY" For All Eternity!
By Linda Laybolt (C)2013
THE SHELF OF HIS LOVE
High on the shelf of His love is where I want to be, Walking in His light praying others will see. All the things that He does for His children He loves, As He blesses each one from heaven above. His shelf is so big with room for everyone, He promised us a place when He sent us His Son. There is peace on His shelf that passes all understanding, And hope for our lives that He always is planning. Gifts we can share with so many that needs, As we go through life always planting God’s seeds. Seeds of forgiveness, love, and acceptance too, All the things that God lovingly has given to me and you. High on His shelf where the glory’s all His, In the light of His love is where I want to live. The shelf of His love where I’m so grateful to be, Knowing all things are possible because my Father loves me.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God January 3rd 2013
BACK AGAIN
I was at the door wondering if I should even go in, I could not believe I was back here again. I thought everything was fine and my problems were gone, But here I was again I was so wrong. I knew He was waiting and expecting me, He was my only hope and the one that I need. As I called out His name the tears started to fall, Like a river over flowing I couldn’t handle it all. The pain and the trials, and the sadness and fears, Brought me to my Father I knew I’d be safe here. Suddenly I felt His loving embrace, Peace in my soul and strength for the things I must face. I poured out my heart as I talked to Him, So humbled and grateful that I could come back again.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God December 30th 2012
WHAT WOULD JESUS DO?
He walked this earth, temptations and hardships, abuse, spit upon and unkind words. Meek, humble, He expressed saintship.
Praying to His Father, obeying His commandments, teaching love, faith and hope. Have we made such commitments?
As my life and days pass, temptation builds, anger strikes my heart... Recalling, what’s Jesus will?
In my heart and soul, my prayer for mankind, will people remember to ask? What would Jesus design?
Standing before God, on judgment day, accounting for my sins... What will Jesus say?
God has a purpose and it includes me, I just need to be patient and soon I will see. I feel so blessed and so good inside, For God has a purpose what an awesome surprise. All the things in my life that I don’t understand, Are a part of God’s purpose and a part of His plan. I am so happy that I have so much to look forward to, God gave me a purpose and so much to do. What more could I want in this life of mine, Than to follow my Father knowing I will be fine. Everything will come together and to God be the glory, For He has a purpose and knows the end of my story. So loved, and so wanted and cared for by Him, My God had a purpose when my life begin.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God (c)September 17th 2012
SHELL OF ME
Stolen glances while passing a mirror. Who is that stranger? To me it’s not clear.
Sagging body, skin losing it's glow— This stranger before me is an aging shadow.
Wrinkles don't hurt, but add to my misery. Hair—once so blonde is now gray and silvery.
Fading eyesight, teeth in decay, legs swollen, misshapen, back screams of hard days.
Hands shaking with trembles, fingers tingle—no grip, three cups of coffee settle quivering lips.
Recognizing my old age now takes its toll, but I’m still young at heart— just an aging old soul.
But, O’ how I wander in imaginary dreams, back to memories of gold from a life of extremes.
High up in the Heavens Above The angels worship you with Love With praise and glory, they sing to you Someday Lord, I know I will be there too!
In my heart, I know the day will come When I will see your Mighty Kingdom When I see the twelve Pearls of Gates Inside I know, Divine Love Awaits!
When I see you standing there, It will be difficult, not to shed a tear As the light of your divine love surrounds me It is then, finally my spirit will be set free!
When I see your glowing face Arms held out for me to embrace I will know I'm Home at last What once was, is now the forgotten past!
When I see the scars you bare I will know how much you really care The pain and suffering you went through Just to bring me Home, to be with you!
I will bow down on my knees And thank you Lord, for saving me All praise and glory, I will give to you Tears will fall, my heart in full view!
I will thank you, for all the times You carried me, your light on me always did shine Loving me throughout my earthly stay Giving me the gift of eternal life today!
High up in the Heavens Above The angels worship you with Love With praise and glory, they sing to you Someday Lord, I know I will be there too!
Written By: Linda Laybolt (2012)
I'M RESTING
There is so much to do and so much to face, I’m resting today in God’s heavenly grace. Away from life’s troubles and all of life’s trials, I’m resting in my Fathers love for a little while. Forgetting all my troubles and all of my cares, Knowing with God I can leave them all there. No running around no answering phones, I’m resting and spending time with my Father alone. He quietly listens as I talk to Him, Letting go of my fears, I realize I’m resting again. Just basking in His love that comforts me, Knowing that I am where I need to be. Enjoying letting go and the peace that I feel, Grateful to have a Father who takes care of me still. What a wonderful place that I’m so happy to be, As my Father softly whispers, when you need rest come to me.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God August 18th 2012
CHILD LIKE TRUST
Dear Lord child like trust is what I need , And I pray that all the world can see. That doubt will never cloud the way, When we trust like children everyday. I want child like love to fill my heart, I’ll have so much to share please let me start. Never judging anyone showing them that I care, Its your love like a child I pray I always share. And like a child Lord I want to always forgive, Never hanging onto anger everyday that I live. Grateful for all the times that you’ve forgiven me, Because of your precious Son’s blood that set me free. Like a child help me to always take time to play, Filled with happiness and laughter along life’s way. Enjoying the little things that mean so much, Always thanking you for your loving touch. Lord child like trust that’s so pure and so true, Never doubting for a moment all the things that you can do.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God (c)Aug. 2012
LORD JESUS, YOU ARE ALWAYS THERE
Lord Jesus, You Are Always There. To Listen And Let Us Know, You Care. Jesus . We Need Your Presence Day By Day Day or Night, We Can Come To You And Pray.
So Comforting To Know You Take Us By The Hand, Teach Us The Right Way, To Live At Your Command You Strengthen Us When We Feel Ever So Weak. When We Listen Carefully, We Can Hear You Speak.
I Feel Safe And Secure With Your Wonderful Love, I look Forward To Be With You In Heaven Above, In Your Time Not Ours Lord, Angels We Shall Be Passed Loved Ones Waiting, What Joy There will Be.
Until That Day Comes Lord, We Must Continue To Live According To Your Teaching, Including To Forgive. Live By Example, As All Christians Should Strive To Do, Christianity In Action Showing How Much, We Love You.
Thank You Lord Jesus For Letting Us Share. We Praise You Lord Jesus For Always Being There. To Nurture Each One Of Us, As Only You Can, Lord Jesus We Love You,And Need To Follow Your Plan.
Amen!
Written By: Doug Holt (c)2012
I WONDER
I wonder if some days God would like to sit back and rest from all that He does, Enjoying all the beauty that He created and everything that He loves. I wonder if He ever gets tired of listening to all of our needs and prayers, Knowing how much that we depend on Him to answer and always be there. I wonder if He has any regrets when He sees the way some of us live, And all the things in this life that we chose when He does nothing but give. I wonder if He would like to just walk on the beach leaving His footprints in the sand, Hoping that we will follow Him as He reaches out and takes our hand. I wonder why He does so much for us when at times we do so little for Him, Never thinking of His self always taking care of us everyday time and again. I wonder about so many things in this life when it comes to my Father above, And then I’m reminded of His precious word and His promises, He made with love.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God August 8th 2012
LOVE AND FAITH
I speak of Love Sent from Above! I write of Jesus Who was sent to us! By Love From His Father Above!
In The Beginning, I spoke of Love Love is where it all began, in Heaven Above! I am Alpha and Omega, the Beginning and the End Only through My Son, can all Mankind transcend! In order to do that, you must have Love in your heart Otherwise, how will I be able to tell my children apart? Some believe that Faith is the only way To receive my Blessings, you have to pray! This is partially true but there is more to this To live with Me and My Son Jesus, in Eternal Bliss! Which brings me back to Love, the Love I have for you Spoken and written of, by my many messengers, for you to pursue! In order to have Faith, you must have Love for My Son and Me Like the Love I have for you, for all Mankind to see! I am the One who created you out of Love, from the ground Man did not create me, it's the other way around! My Son willingly gave His life for you on a wooden cross, He Died All out of Love for you, and yet some still cast Him Aside! So Love comes above all, Love for Jesus, My Beloved Son He is the Way, He is the Light of the World, He Is The One! When you have Love, you have true Faith in God Above When you have Faith, You will always have God's Divine Love!
John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Written By: Linda Laybolt (c)2012
THE WAVES OF LIFE
In solitude, I watch the darkness of night As it slowly disappears, fading away Warmth from the rays of light gently appear Bringing along the start of a new day!
As I make my way down to the shore The smell of the ocean fills the air Sea gulls call to each other off in the distant The sounds of the waves, can be heard everywhere!
My feet are warm from the soft pebbles of sand The sun now is shining brightly, in the blue sky No clouds can be seen today, as I glance up Out in the ocean, a small boat passes by!
Timeless and free are the waves Rushing to the shore With grace and splendor, the waves triumph As they take the floor!
Surging back and forth With the passing of the tide Infinitely, dancing and singing Always, side by side!
As they surge against the shore Their journey has come to an end, at last What was once a beautiful wave Is now a manifestation of the past!
As I watch the waves, ceasing to exist I realize that, for them a new life is about to begin For back to the mighty ocean, they will return Transforming into a new wave, to come back in!
I contemplate to myself, life is a lot like this At the end of our journey, life does not cease Our body is just a shell, our soul deep inside lives forever The new life that we have waited, is about to be released!
As the waves, disintegrate back to its home, the ocean We also return back Home to Our Lord in Heaven A new life begins for the waves, once again A new life, full of bliss and peace, unto us is given!
By Linda Laybolt (c) 2012
I'M RESTING
There is so much to do and so much to face, I’m resting today in God’s heavenly grace. Away from life’s troubles and all of life’s trials, I’m resting in my Fathers love for a little while. Forgetting all my troubles and all of my cares, Knowing with God I can leave them all there. No running around no answering phones, I’m resting and spending time with my Father alone. He quietly listens as I talk to Him, Letting go of my fears, I realize I’m resting again. Just basking in His love that comforts me, Knowing that I am where I need to be. Enjoying letting go and the peace that I feel, Grateful to have a Father who takes care of me still. What a wonderful place that I’m so happy to be, As my Father softly whispers, when you need rest come to me.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God August 18th 2012
THE PROMISE
I am here at your side My Dear Loving Friend And here I will stay Until the very end! I feel the sadness in your heart I can see the tears in your eyes I promise not to let go of your hand As you say, your final good-byes! All the family is here with you Gathered quietly around your bed All preparations have been made for you The final prayers have all been said! You have lived your life With love in your heart Placing it in others, all around you A gift given, that will never depart! Your life was full of hardships With happy times along the way Many times you came to me for help Knowing, I'd never turn you away! As you take, your final breaths of life And depart from your loved ones here Do not feel sad or lonesome For those feelings, will soon disappear! As I said before. My Dear Friend I promise not to let go, of your loving hand All tears have been wiped away, your face now glows As we enter the Gates Of Home, "My Father's Promised Land!"
By Linda Laybolt (2012)
IN THE LIGHT OF BLINDNESS
As I sit here in the dark at home, all alone I reflect back to all things, that I have been shown! Outside brightly shines, the rays of the sun While most can see it, others cannot, I am one! Once I could see, now blindness has befriended me I remember all the beauty, I once was able to see! The trees coming into bud, after a cold, long winter All of nature being renewed, as the days got longer! Then the buds of the trees, turning into leaves In spring, so much beauty, the eyes perceives! Watching birds feed their young, in early morning hours Their stunning colours as those, of the all the many different flowers! Standing by a brook, watching the water as it rolls by Seeing all the different fish, as they gracefully swim by! Watching the insects, move back and forth, all over the place Even this was beauty, for me to embrace! As I remember all these things, the way it used to be I wonder about those, who have never been able to see! How does one explain all this beauty that is all around? As in rain drops or the elegant snow flake as it falls to the ground? The beauty of a rainbow as it stretches across the sky? The magnificient colours of the leaves on a mountain, way up high? How does one explain the look of joy on faces, when a baby is born? Or the smiles of a small child, the tenderness of a newborn? So many things cross my mind, so many things I can recall How sad it must be, to have never been able to see at all! I am so thankful that God gave me sight, for a short time The beauty in my thoughts brings me joy, the beauty is all mine! In many ways, I am grateful that I no longer see I no longer mourn my loss, I know now, it was meant to be! Since going blind, I have put all my faith and trust in God above It was His way of way of turning me to Him, which I am thankful of! When I think of it, when I could see, I was actually blind Now that I am blind, I can see and now have peace of mind! All praise and glory be given unto the Lord, in Heaven Above Who has given me a new life, filled with His Eternal Love!
*In Memory of MaryAnn
By: John & Linda (2012)
LORD I'M WAITING........
Lord I have prayed asking you for so much , knowing that you’ll answer me, There is so many things in this life of mine, from you everyday I can see. Big things and small things, some that don’t matter, but they are all important to you. With love in your heart when I pray you listen, always knowing just what to do. Some prayers you answer right away, knowing your needed right now, And others you know the time is not right, and I have to wait awhile. Lord these are the ones that cause me to wonder, if I prayed the right way, And I find myself asking you again, for the same thing everyday. Lord you are so patient knowing what’s best, for my future only you can see, And I am so grateful you love me so much, and you only want what’s best for me. Lord I’m waiting on my unanswered prayers, learning to trust you more everyday, With love in my heart and the patience I've learned, thanking you every time that I pray.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God July 24th 2012
GOD'S LITTLE ANGELS
Sometimes God sends His little angels to earth on loan Borrowed angels that will be called back Home! Some are here for only a very short while, others longer They bring love in our life, which eventually makes us stronger! We search for answers as to why this was to be Through heartbreak and tears, most times, it is difficult to see! That this little bundle of joy, that was given in love Was an angel on loan sent by God, in Heaven above! Sometimes, we turn our back on God, blaming Him for this Failing to remember, that this little angel is His! They may be here on earth with you for a very long time And their light of love, on you will shine! He has sent this little angel to you for reasons, yet unknown And now has left you feeling heart-broken, lost and alone! Think of it as a great blessing, which has been bestowed upon you Not as a sadness of the past, trying not to look back to High up in the Heavens, a special angel watches over you Sending you their love, in everything you do God loved you so much, that he sent His Special Angel to you But only on loan, to bring love to you!
By: Linda Laybolt (c)2012
TRAPPED DEEP WITHIN
The young man was approximately 29 years old He made funny noises, with grunts here and there He could not keep still, fumbling around A feeling of sadness floated through the air! We see this picture quite often, everywhere we go People with disabilities, who we think cannot understand Some are locked away forever while others are not Every parents nightmare, completely unplanned! Some parents keep their children with them Raise them up to adulthood, as best they can Others cannot cope and send their child away This has been happening for years, since the world began! Even if they are kept at home to be raised The parents days are tiring and endless, full of lost hope The stress can be over-powering at times Yet, they always succumb to love and find a way to cope! Imagine what it is like for the person with the disability Feeling trapped, deep within, a lost soul Shunned and ignored by our so-called society Trying to reach out, seldom ever to feel consoled! When I look into the eyes of one these people I see the complete look of innocence, from within I believe that they are exactly as God intended Sent to earth from Heaven, living without sin! Could they possibly be one of God's many messengers? Or possibly an angel in disguise sent from above? To me, they are the only humans that exist on earth, without sin The innocent smile they carry, and the eyes say it all, LOVE!
By LInda Laybolt (2012)
THE MIGHTY ARMY OF GOD-INDEPENDENCE DAY IN HEAVEN
In the early morning darkness, The unrest strains each weary soul. In the distance, the dawn is breaking, And you can hear the trumpets blow.
The Mighty Army of our God, Marches ready to meet their foe. Just as He had long ago promised, Today will bring VICTORY to all we know.
And I saw the heavens opened, And behold a horse of white! And He that sat upon him, was called Faithful and True, And in righteousness, He has come to fight.
His eyes were as a flame of fire, And on his head were many crowns. And He had a name that was there written And not one person could take Him down.
And He was clothed with a vesture, Dipped in blood of purest red. And his name is called the Word of God, And all of Heaven bowed when this name was said.
And following behind Him were the armies of God, That He brought with Him on that day. They, too, all rode upon white horses, And the sharp sword in His mouth, would lead the way.
Who was this shining Leader, That kept them marching in one accord? He was none other than the Son of God, The King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
He did not come as the Lamb of God this time. He came to rule the nations with a rod of iron. There would be no mistaking His purpose today, Because the day of His wrath, was coming down.
And I saw an angel standing in the sun, And he cried to the fowls to prepare the feast. They came invited into the midst of Heaven, And there they were told to prepare to eat.
Then we saw the armies of the earth, Gathered together and prepared to fight for gain. But Jesus used the sword that proceeded from His mouth, And one by one, the remnant were slain.
And the nations that stood against our God, Were judged for the evil works like those who went before! And the peace of Jesus will now reign forever, And we will Praise Him in heaven forever more!
The Mighty Army of our Father, God, Who marched right beside Him all the Way. Now dismount and kneel beside their steed, With Praise and Honor, they Proclaim the New Day!
Dormant senses awaken bringing joy to my soul-- reviving hope, living and loving fully.
Blessings you bring to so many-- evidence God lives totally in your being.
My heart’s wide open accepting faith, walking with souls of God with inspiration and uplifting.
I’ll not be afraid to express my love, appreciation, and gratitude as the dove flies skyward.
Peace and harmony, descend on earth. And as surely as nature sings... Joy and love radiate from above.
By: Brenda Clark Pike @2012
THE CHILD IN ME
The child in me wants to run and play in the sun Chase after butterflies and frogs, through the meadows Stumble and fall in the water, getting wet from head to toe Running free with the wind, with no cares or sorrows!
The child in me wants to play in a big make believe fort Nestled amongst the trees, with many rooms to play in Prepare a huge dinner for my many guests and friends One thing about here, there is no such thing as sin!
The child in me wants to run through the open fields Stop and look in amazement at all the blooming flowers Stand out in the pouring rain, laughing as I get soaked No attention is given to seconds, minutes, or hours!
The child in me wants to go fishing in an old pond With a pole made from a branch off a tree Then, when I get bored, jump in for a swim Having no worries or cares, just a spirit that is free!
The child in me would love to return to that old one room school Where everyday, I walked many miles to get to Eating bread and molasses for lunch while playing with my friends Does not sound like much, but we had lots to do!
The child in me misses the old church, we all attended on Sunday It was the main gathering place for all who lived here When the service was over, all gathered outside to talk Children were always, smiling and laughing, no burdens to bare!
The child in me wishes things could be like back then No questions were ever asked, you believed all that was said Young and innocent, you had no reason not to believe in God Where everynight, prayers were said to Him, before you went to bed!
The child in me can still go out and lay on the grass Look up at the sky and watch the clouds, as they go by Or sit back in amazement with wonder and awe At the site of a rainbow, as it stretches across the sky!
As old as I am, the child in has never disappeared as many others It will always be here to stay, even if only in my heart But I will always be a child in my Lord's eyes, His Child The child in me, from Him will never cease to depart!
By: Linda Laybolt (c)2012
Mark 10:15 I tell you the truth, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it. Mark 12:13 And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.
IT'S NEVER TOO LATE
The sweet fragrances of summer fill the air As flowers and trees bloom everywhere. Birds are busy singing in the trees Branches dance to the soft gentle breeze. It seems as though a rebirth has begun As nature and wildlife enjoy the summer sun. As I sit here quietly looking around I see so much beauty, to be found. They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder Never really appreciating it, until you are much older. Now you have the time to stop and look Or sit down and quietly read a book. Whereas, before you were always on the go Rushing through each day, following the flow. Now is the time, you can reflect back And question whether your life was really on track. Now, you wonder about all the "if only" And you question why, you feel so lonely! There is something missing, it plays on your mind You often wonder, what did I leave behind! These days of worry can be gone today Because Jesus is never far away! Open your heart and let Him come in A new life is waiting for you to begin! No more worrying or feeling lonely No more contemplating on the "if only" Unconditional love and comfort await for you Only you have the answer, as what to do! Jesus said " I Am The Light" So He is always, within your sight!
By Linda Laybolt (2012)
CHILDREN OF GOD
Everywhere I look, I see beauty surrounding me In the childrens eyes, I see a young spirit, happy and free! Solely dependent, too young, the ways of life to understand Needing someone to walk through life, someone to hold their hand! They are exploring constantly, learning about everything They need someone that is loving, to take them under their wing! Feeling loved and wanted, isn't that what it's all about? Being able to give love back in return, not feeling left out! Young and innocent, full of unconditional love Precious are God's children, sent from Heaven above! We are all children in God's eyes, whether young or old Eternal Love is their waiting for all to Behold!
By Linda Laybolt (c) 2012
Matthew 19:14 But Jesus said Suffer little children, and forbid them not, to come unto me, for of such is the kingdom of heaven.
A HEART WITHOUT LOVE
No one seems to be content Wondering around, full of torment! Souls seem lost, all alone Cast aside from life, like a stone! No one comes to their rescue Something they've grown accustomed to! Some may have wealth, while others are poor But all have hearts, that are tore! Taking each day, one step at a time Like a huge mountain, thats hard to climb! Turning around, every now and then Glancing at the past, remembering when! Wondering if they will make it through today When all hope seems lost, dark and grey! Tomorrow is another day, not even thought of The sadness and sorrow of a heart, without love! But these days do not have to be at all Love is always there at beckon and call! No one ever has to feel lost and all alone Or ever feel like, they have a heart of stone! Love is waiting out there for all to receive You just have to open your heart and believe! Jesus is waiting with open arms for you No more being alone, He will see you through! The Lord's Love is for All Eternity! Jesus said, Come to me!
By Linda Laybolt (2012)
THE PATH
I climbed a path with a never-ending hill that was way too long Everything imaginary possible, seemed to go wrong! I asked myself many times, when will this end? Will there ever be peace and contentment in my soul again?
Each step I took along the way, there was something there to hinder me I asked myself, Why me? How can this possibly be? Bad luck is following me every move that I make I really don't know how much more of this I can take!
Then I got to thinking, what have I really got to complain about? The word nothing kept running through my mind, without any doubt! The hill that I had just climbed was indeed way to long But through it all, you were there with me, pushing me along!
So I had a little bit of bad luck, nothing seemed to go right But you never left my side, or stopped shining your guiding light! When I needed comfort and a shoulder to lean on You surrounded me with love, till the last tear was gone!
Every path of life I take, leads me a different place But also every path I take, you are near for me to embrace! The path is only long and lonely, if you walk alone But with you beside me, I can get over any rock or stone!
Thank you so much Lord for being here for me today and everyday Always stay and walk with me each path I take, the whole way! When we reach the path that is so full of light and love Then, I will be on my way home with you to Heaven above!
By Linda Laybolt (c)2012
ANOTHER DAY In the early morning hour As I sit and plan my day Wondering what to do first What I must get done today!
As the sun slowly creeps light, up the horizon Darkness fades, night finally comes to an end I wonder what this day will bring Perhaps, a visit from a long lost friend!
As I toil away in the warm sun That the morning has bestowed upon me My thoughts remain, about today Just how hot it is going to be!
Pushing through my work Trying to get everything done, that I must do But as the day drags on, I soon realize There are some things, that I won't get to!
As the day comes to an end, I sit and reflect Upon the the things accomplished today I silently pray in the back of my mind Thanking God for all the blessings, sent my way!
I also give thanks for being able to work For the strength, He has given me on this day The day has quickly gone by, the sun starts to fade Another night of darkness is gradually on its way!
Looking around at the beauty and magnificent colors I gaze upon the flowers and roses, that surround me They seem to stand out, above everything else Stunning and exquisite, elegant and free!
Thinking how God has created, all this beauty Brings tears to my eyes, when I think of thee Thinking how great the Master's plan was Especially when he created you and me!
By: John Kerkdyk 2012
THE WHISPERING ROSE
The aged but gifted poet From a far and distant time Strolled sad and slow through flowering fields He was searching for a rhyme The words will surely come he mused Yet many years had passed And not one line had he composed Is my gift quite gone? He asked.
Perhaps if I but pause and rest Sweet words my mind shall fill I must not worry, fret nor groan But bid my soul be still So there amidst wildflowers bright No other soul around With prayerful heart and hope renewed He lay upon the ground.
Soft breezes made the blades of grass To dance with joyful grace They played among the flowers fair And swept across his face In quiet slumber long he'd lay And rest his weary frame But wait! What's this? His heart replied Did someone call his name?
Nay, but it cannot be, he said For no one else is near 'Tis but the sound of rustling leaves That fall upon my ear But now the soft voice came again And many voices more From whence they came he could not tell And yet could not ignore.
The breeze had now ceased blowing Not a leaf moved on the trees Then at his feet he beheld a sight That made him bend his knees It could not be true, and yet it was Down there among the clover The lilies and the daffodils Were laughing with each other
I've gone quite mad, the poet cried It's just a childish dream I'm wise enough to know that things Aren't always what they seem Surely God would not allow That mindless flowers should talk If it were so, then rocks might grow And the great Sequoias walk.
Have all my senses grown so dull Or am I so racked with fear That I'd mistake one drop of dew On this tulip for a tear? Again I must lie down and rest And sleep in sweet repose But before his eyelids closed he spied One tiny, blood-red rose.
Ah yes, he laughed, could not be wrong To gaze on this a while And then he saw its petals move As if to form a smile He leaned a little closer now With trembling hand, and weak Then soft as a timid angels sigh The rose began to speak.
I know your troubled thoughts, it said And how its been so long Your soul has searched for words that rhyme For the lines of some sweet song Your prayers have all been heard above Your quest is nearly done You'll have your very heart's desire Ere the set of tomorrow's sun.
Fear not, kind Sir, reach down your hand And pluck with gentle care For the one you cherish waits to fix My petals in her hair The journey we must make today Is treacherous and long Please tarry not a moment more Arise, let us be gone Oh hasten now and stop for naught Except it be to pray For my fragrance will but last until The dawn of one more day.
So with lightened heart and quickened step And his treasure newly found To him it seemed his tired old feet Now barely brushed the ground The Eastern sky was greying now Faint shadows crept along He caught the sound of a whip-poor-will Then the larks began their song.
The distance mattered not at all Nor yet the evening's chill O'er mountains steep, 'cross meadows wide Though tired, he journeyed still The sun was hastening Westward now And he had yet miles to go He dared not stop to ponder now For his steps were getting slow.
But yonder in the distance At long last now he sees And old familiar cottage Nestled under tall oak trees And now across the narrow stream A hundred paces more Then up the little winding path He stood in her open door.
In the candle's glow he viewed her face Sweet countenance bathed in Heaven's grace Now in her tender hand he'll place The tiny rose, and plead his case The rhyming words for which he'd searched Now came with greatest ease And gathering all his courage up He bowed there at her knees.
Accept this tiny gift, my love I pray, refuse it not To bring it here has taken nearly All the life I've got This rose I offer with my heart With not a blush of shame I know God grew this rose for you For I heard it speak your name.
And then with stars all smiling down Beneath the pale moon's crest She smelled and kissed the tiny rose And drew him to her breast Content at last, all strength now gone His soul in rapture's deep One soft embrace, one gentle kiss And the poet went to sleep.
Then quick the shining Seraphs flew To bear his soul up high Above the clouds and far beyond The realm of Earth and sky On through the garnished gates he passed As silver bells did ring He knelt before the throne to touch The scepter of the King.
And then a whisper, soft but near Who's this? Ah yes, he knows For fixed in the braids of her golden hair Are the petals of a rose.
There's a club that can be found in many a town I've known for years, that it has been around The admission to join it is absolutely free Many say, it's the in place to be!
All over the world, the club can be found All are welcome to come have a look around Some say the membership is in the millions But I think it's the high millions or even the billions!
It does not matter if you are rich or poor All are welcome to come through the door Even if your feel, you are too sad and blue Come anyway, our leader will take care of you!
Our leader is absolutely divine He is well known for being loving and kind He will take anyone under his wing That's why we call him Our Mighty King!
He is always there to listen with an open ear He is full of compassion but you must be sincere He's always ready to give help whenever he can He's been the leader, since the club began!
You will find that our leader is so full of love for all He'll even pick you up if you happen to fall And if you feel you can no longer walk the road you've come to With his loving arms, he will gently carry you!
There is no love on this earth, that can compare Than that of our leader, yet even today many are so unaware He is the shining light for all to see He'll take your burdens and set your spirit free!
I hope that you consider at least to check it out And find out for yourself what the club's all about This is the only club on earth, full of so much love Named after our leader, that's why we call it "God's Club!"
Written By: Linda J. Laybolt
I FOLLOWED HIM
I followed Him from Heaven’s Throne To a stable in Bethlehem Where quietly He lay in a manger While men came to honor Him Then I followed Him down into Egypt Where He sojourned for a while Then I followed Him back to Nazareth Pondering each weary mile I followed Him to the Jordan River And watched Him baptized there And I heard a voice from on High As it mightily pierced the air I followed Him to the Synagogues Where He preached, and healed, and blessed And yet He was scorned and ridiculed And was put to many a test I followed Him to a lovely Garden Where in agony He prayed And I followed Him to Pilate’s hall Since now He had been betrayed I saw Him beaten, mocked and scorned While all His friends had fled And I watched as they placed a crown of thorns Upon His bleeding Head And the longer I followed the more it seemed That my soul would surely be lost Still I followed Him, and I followed Him Then I found Him at the Cross.
Written By: Arvil Jones (c) 2012
THY WORD, OH LORD
Thy Word Oh Lord is a Fountain, with Living Waters deep Throughout the passing ages It has watered many Sheep Thy Word, Oh Lord is a burning Lamp unto my stumbling feet Lighting my way unto the place where You and I can meet Thy Word Oh Lord is Pardon from all my sin and shame Thy Word that Thou hast magnified even above Thy Name Thy Word Oh Lord each passing day brings such sweet Peace to me Thy Word Oh Lord is full of Grace and Power and Purity Thy Word Oh Lord is my daily Bread And Thy Spirit the Oil that anoints my head Thy Word is my shelter from life’s raging storm Thy Word is the fire that keeps me warm Thy Word is the Sword with which I must fight Thy Word puts all my foes to flight Thy Word is my Fortress that keeps me from fear And my Guardian Angel that hovers so near Thy Word is my Comfort when I am weak Thy Word is Thy Voice with which Thou dost speak Thy Word is a Friend in whom I confide A Friend Who is always close by my side Thy Word It begat me when I was lost Thy Word did guide me straight to the Cross And when all the words and works of men And the world itself is gone Thy Word Oh Lord shall yet endure And lead us safely Home.
The soft summer breeze gently flows from the trees The fresh scent of flowers calms the mind with such ease! Little birds songs can be heard throughout the air The beauty of a summer evening, nothing else can compare!
Here she’d sit on her wooden veranda, in an old rocking chair Years of wisdom prevailed upon her face, as did her grey hair! Rocking back and forth, swaying as in in steady motion Reading her precious book of love, with so much devotion!
Now and again, she’d stop and pause, to have a glance around And sit very quietly, without making a sound! Many times I had asked her, What are you thinking of? Always she replied, My Book Of Love!
Then she would rock and read till it was bedtime And into the house, up the old wooden stairs, she would climb! Every single night of life, before getting into bed She got down on her knees, and a prayer to God was said!
She would thank him for giving her this day of life today She would ask him to watch over her, as she slept the night away! She would ask for blessings one by one, for each family member And then she would add, your Book of Love, I will always remember!
I can remember standing outside her room at night Listening to her pray when I was a kid, peeping out of her sight! I remember I could understand her prayers But the part about the Book Of Love, now that was a different affair!
Many years have come and gone, since way back then I often reminisce about when I was a kid, time and time again! I often think of my dear old Grandma sitting in her rocking chair I often think of her Book Of Love and her sweet bedtime prayer!
Nowadays, the little old lady who was once called Grandma is me I, too, sit in my rocking chair with my book, it is the place to be! It took me years to comprehend why Grandma always called it the Book Of Love But now, I know why for it was written by God Himself from Heaven above!
Written By Linda Laybolt 2012
WHERE ANGELS ROAM
Who are these bright and Holy ones whose forms are seldom seen Who sometimes come in flaming fire, and sometimes come as men They are the faithful agents who are sent from God on high Sometimes to bring us comfort when our heart just wants to cry Sometimes they come to guard us when the foe would do us harm Sometimes they give us shelter from the wind and raging storm Sometimes they simply follow us to catch us when we fall Then sometimes they defend us when our back’s against the wall Sometimes they go before us to make sure the path is clear Sometimes they stop us in our tracks so the Master’s voice we’ll hear Sometimes they gently whisper a sweet message to our soul When it seems that all the storms of life, like mighty thunders roll And no matter where we go in life, no matter how great our fear We can always calmly rest assured, an Angel is always near And when all of life is over and on Earth we cease to roam Again He’ll send the Angels, and they’ll carry us safely Home.
I don’t have much Lord but I’m starting today, And I’m going to need your help in everyway I’m building my home on your promises and love, Could you please send me the materials I need from above. I know I have tried to build my home many times, With all the wrong things Lord leaving what I needed behind. And every time it fell I would try again, Feeling hopeless and wondering where do I even begin. Today I feel so blessed because I am starting with you, Knowing that you will show me what I need to do. This time my home after the storms will still stand, For it will be built on solid rock instead of sinking sand. No more will I have to worry or be afraid it will fall, Because I will always have you and on your name I can call. My home will have comfort and peace I’ve never known, Things I never had when I tried to build it alone. It will be filled with so much love and faith, and trust, Lord I’m so excited I’ve never had a home built by us. I’m building my home with a brand new plan, Every part of it will be finished by the Masters strong hand.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God June 1st 2012
...BEFORE I WAKE
“And if I die before I wake”...such innocent words to say They’ve been repeated by many a child As they knelt each night to pray But what if when we sleep tonight, we awake on Earth no more Oh then where will our spirit be ,what destiny lies in store If I should die before I wake, where will my spirit be When I have traded all of time for that Eternity When the Reaper Grim with his morbid scythe Cuts the body and soul in twain When a cold and lifeless stiffening form Is all that shall remain If I should die before I wake and lie quite still in death When that Dread Angel hovers near to steal my final breath Will the Angels bear my soul aloft in Heaven’s fields to roam Or will the burning flames of Hell be my Eternal home To all my friends who loved me here I give my answer now If I should die before I wake, before My King I’ll bow If I should die before I wake, I know where I shall go The Blood of Jesus has prevailed, and washed me white a snow To you I put the question now, my dear beloved friend If you should die before you wake Where will your soul be then?
On an old wooden cross, My Lord Jesus, My Saviour died Three wooden crosses sat on Calvary Hill, side by side! Not one of His followers spoke up, on His behalf for Him The Son Of God, Emmanuel, who was born in Bethlehem!
My God, My God, Why hast thou forsaken me?, he cried out loud Before he took His final breath, all heard Him that was in the crowd! It saddens my heart, when I think of all the pain Jesus went through Along with the betrayal of His followers, remaining with Him, stood only a few!
Two thousand years ago, the Son Of God walked amongst us Most knew or had heard, the name of the Messiah was Jesus! He went about the land with many followers, teaching His Father's Word To the rich, the poor, the Gentiles and the Jews, who had not heard!
Many Words of Wisdom were spoken, along with many Words about Love Love for one another, Love for God the Father, in Heaven above! Jesus taught the Laws of His Father, the way he wanted us to live God The Father wanted only the best for us, He wanted us to thrive!
While here on Earth, Jesus healed many people time after time Many roads he had to walk, many mountains he had to climb! Many miracles he performed, only the Son Of God could do He never once complained about His Work, His loyalty remained true!
So why did so many people forsake Him, in His hour of need Why did no one speak up and plead His case and intercede? All of His followers supposedly loved and adored Him, so it is said But when push came to shove, most became afraid, hid and fled!
Three days after Jesus died on the cross, He arose from the dead The news about the Messiah coming back to life, was widespread! Even at first, many were in shock and disbelief, even His own mother All who had heard of Him being alive, came to witness, one after another!
But Jesus was only to be seen, for a short while before ascending into Heaven All scars from the crucifixion had vanished, as all sins of mankind forgiven! Jesus had suffered and died for us, Lest We Never Forget Eternal life is ours Forever To Behold, Our Lord Jesus pardoned us and paid the debt!
Alpha And Omega
You are Alpha and Omega We worship you, Our Lord You are worthy to be praised. We give you all glory We worship you, Our Lord You are worthy to be praised. You are the beginning of everything Lord of Lords, King of Kings You are worthy to be praised. You are Our Lord and Saviour, too We love you, through and through You are worthy to be praised.
Written By: Linda Laybolt 2012
IF NOT FOR THE CROSS
If not for the Cross there could be no Peace We would have no reason to smile For it was by the Blood of His Cross That He came to Reconcile If not for the Cross there could be no Pardon For all the crimes we have done For it was by the Blood of His Cross That He came to Atone If not for the Cross there could be no Promise No Covenant to Embrace For it was by the Blood of His Cross That he opened the Fountain of Grace If not for the Cross no one could be Pure From our foul corruption within For it was by the Blood of His Cross That He washes away All Sin
THESE SHORT POEMS WERE WRITTEN BY TIMMY DIMEL WHO IS ABOUT 7 YEARS OLD. THEY ARE SHORT BUT TOMMY HAS A LOT TO SAY IN EACH OF THEM.
I SAY MY PRAYERS
When I go to sleep I say my prayers, I know He’s in the air even though I can’t see Him. I know He’s watching me and I am beneath Him. When I go to sleep I say my prayers, I know He’s there.
Written By Little Tommy Dimel May 27th 2012
GOD IS UNSTOPPABLE
With God all things are possible, He’s unstoppable. We don’t have to fear, He can do anything and He’s here. When we cry he is here to stay, He never gets in our way. Because He loves us so much, We are blessed by His touch. He knows whenever were worried, or cry and lie. But He forgives us, He is with us.
Written By Little Tommy Dimel And Eva Dimel May 27th 2012
BEAUTY AND MY LIFE
Beauty is good beauty is great, It brings so much light , Into our sight. God made beauty for everyone, To have so much fun. To play in the grass, And have a laugh. He made rain, To help the plains. Beauty is good beauty is great.
Written By Little Tommy March 10th 2012
MY LIFE
My life is good my life is great, But God is the one who pulls the crate. Written By Little Tommy Dimel April 28th 2012
A WALK WITH JESUS
A walk with Jesus is the best thing ever, Because God is with you forever. God is like a falcon He sees everything you do, But try not to be bad so you have the consequences, So you don’t have to be sad God sees you.
Written By Little Tommy Dimel April 8th 2012 Easter
GOD LOVES YOU
God loves you He always will, Even when your I’ll. When its valentines day, Just remember to pray. And think of God through out the day. God wants you to be happy and laugh, Don’t forget to have a blast. God Loves You!
Written By Little Tommy Dimel February 4th 2012
ALWAYS ASKING
Always asking yes God that is me, For you are the only hope in my life I see. Always needing something from you, Because you are the one who knows what to do. Always questioning why so many trials, But you always show me they only last a short while. Always wanting my answers today, But you have shown me it doesn’t happen that way. Always worrying about things I can’t change, When I give it to you, you never complain. Always wondering which road to take, Knowing with you there are no mistakes. Always thinking what am I worth, And you let me know I have loved you from birth. Always trying to step into tomorrow, While you hold me back saving me from extra sorrows. Always I run to you all the time, Knowing you will take care of me and I will be fine. Always asking for you’re the one that I trust, My God my Father, the one who loves me so much.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God April 11th 2012
HOW MUCH TIME WAS SPENT FOR HIM
As the years of my life slip quickly away And I reflect upon all that I’ve done The people I’ve met, the sights I have seen And the many places I’ve gone I find myself asking some serious questions About how my life has been spent Are there many things that need to be changed Of which I need to repent How much of my life was wasted on me With no thought of God’s Glory in mind And I wonder what kind of Testimony I’m going to leave behind How much of my life did I give to my Lord Did I make Him my All in All Was all of my service acceptable Did I listen to His every call Did I feed the poor and the hungry Did I lend a helping hand Did I give shelter to the homeless Did I help the feeble to stand And when all my life has ended And my race is finally run And when I see Him face to face Will I hear Him say...Well done
We all have read and heard the story Of His death upon the Cross And how the crowd scorned and mocked Him As He suffered such pain and loss The Gospel writers have painted a picture For all the world to see But have you ever wondered What His view from the Cross might be Although His blood and tears filled His eyes Yet He could still see it all A multitude of broken lives, all ruined by the Fall He saw the self-righteous Pharisees Who denied His every claim He saw the unbelieving Jews Who scorned and mocked His Name He saw the Roman soldiers Who had beaten Him in His face And a handful of faithful followers Who had been saved by His Grace He saw His loving Mother whose soul was pierced with grief And He saw the face and heard the cry Of one repentant thief He saw a rebellious nation with eyes that could not see But aren’t you glad that through His eyes He could also see you and me
The very day that I was born my life was in the hands of another A country doctor brought me from the womb of my dear Mother I was nursed upon my Mother’s breast as the youngest of fourteen And grew up on a country farm with rolling pastures green I was taught and guided by Mom and Dad and the teachings of God’s Holy Word And many a prayer was said for me that I would someday trust in the Lord And some of my life was placed in the hands of the teachers in several schools Who taught me to read and to sit up straight, to observe and respect the rules But being a bit wild and reckless, I wandered from the narrow way And not very long thereafter I learned -There is always a price to pay And those who enforce the rules took control of a brief part of my life And I brought a lot of grief to my Mother, I caused her much pain and strife But down on my knees at an old country church, God answered my dear Mother’s prayers I surrendered my life to the Lord Jesus Christ, and I cast on Him all of my cares And the old country preacher was not educated, he spoke neither Latin nor Greek But one Sunday morning he baptized me ‘neath the waters of old Callebs Creek And no, I was not the Model Christian – No one ever called me a Saint But since that day at that little altar, I have known the Holy Spirit’s restraint And if you want to speak of rules, Oh yes, I’ve broken a few But there are some things the Holy Spirit will not allow me to do My life has had it’s ups and downs, the good times and the bad I have watched them bury most of my loved ones, including Mother and Dad And not long ago another doctor- a surgeon, cut open my chest And from the hearts and lips of many, there went up a prayer request And I am grateful for the doctors and nurses, for their skills and all that they know But more so to God who hears and answers the cries of His children below My unconscious body, my heart with it’s scars, were all in the hands of another Quite like that day so long ago, I was taken from the womb of my Mother But my soul and my spirit have never been in the hands of earthly men For the power of the One who holds me secure, reaches beyond mortal ken.
On a boat in the Sea of Galilee, the disciples set sail Little did they know, a raging storm was about to prevail! As they slept, the storms wind and waves caused must discontent Even though with the sea, this was a natural event!
When they awoke, all were filled with much fear Thoughts that the boat may capsize, was perfectly clear! What were they going to do, they were on their own Jesus had gone to pray on the mountainside, his return unknown!
But in the midst of the storm, Jesus appears to them Walking on water towards the boat, they do not believe it is Him! Afraid that they are seeing a ghost, Jesus tells them, Take courage It is I, Don't be afraid, even thought the storm continued to rage!
Peter replies, Tell me to come into the water, Lord, if it is you So Jesus invites Peter to enter the water, out of the blue! Peter starts to walk toward Jesus, his eyes focused only on Him But then he looks down at the waves, starts to sink, all is grim!
Then Peter cries out to Jesus, what else was he to do Jesus immediately reached out His hand, for Peter to cling to! As they get into the boat, the storm begins to cease The waves and water are once again at peace!
Truly, you are the Son Of God, Peter says to Jesus I am sure, he thought to himself, only God could save us! When Peter had glanced away from Jesus, he began to sink This makes a person want to stop and really think!
The disciples did not recognize Jesus at first, as he walked Even though they spent much time with Him, their eyesight was blocked! Jesus walked on water to save His Beloved Disciples, in the raging sea Just like he died on the cross, for you and me!
When the storm is raging, the waves are gushing all around you Will you recognize Jesus, when he comes to your rescue? Will you reach out for his hand, when he reaches to save you? Or will you turn away afraid, not knowing what to do?
Written By Linda Laybolt 2012
THE LORD'S FREE WILL
Lord, It is my will with reverence, to bow down and pray Whenever I want, for you are with me, night and day I know you are there, as I can feel your presence beside me Even though when I look around, I cannot see thee!
Lord, it is my will to talk to you anytime I feel like it Even if its a whole lot of words or just a little bit Sometimes, when I am driving, I tend to ramble on I think you don't mind it, I hope I am right and not wrong!
Lord, it is my will to call upon you when I need you Especially, if I happen to be really sad and blue For you always come and give me comfort within Compassion is yours now and always has been!
Lord, it is my will to put my faith and trust in you My hopes and dreams go along with that too My thoughts are yours as you hear everything I can't carry a tune, a closed ear I don't mind, when I sing!
Lord, it is my will to come to you for strength I heard you are never far away, always at arm's length I believe that this is really true with all my heart For you always seem to lift me up, when I fall apart!
Lord, it is my will to love, honor and obey your commands It is my will to walk with you, please don't ever let go of my hand Thank you, Lord, for giving me the choice of free will Without it, my life would have been completely downhill!
Lord, it is my will to love you above all forevermore Without you, I'd be lost, my heart would be tore Lord, it was your will to come rescue me from sin Everyday I live, I will thank you from deep within!
Lord of Heaven, King of Kings, it is my will to be with you My Dear Lord Jesus, always keep me within view My free will brought me to you, because of your Divine Love Forever, let me be your humble servant in, Your Mighty Kingdom in Heaven Above!
Mark 12:13 And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.
MY LORD, I THEE DO LOVE As I sat on my veranda, looking up towards the sky My mind starts to wander, as the clouds softly stroll by. If you look closely, many pictures can be portrayed With a little imagination, so much is displayed!
First, I saw what looked to be an angel with wings Carrying a trumpet, was I really seeing these things? Right behind her, I am sure it looked like more in full view Embedded in the clouds, quietly passing through!
Wow, I thought this is unreal, angels in the clouds No just one, but by the looks of it, in big crowds. I carefully watched to see where they were bound Secretly hoping they would see me and come down to the ground!
I wondered to myself,where they were all heading to It must be an important place, I'd go to if I only knew But sadly, the clouds whispered away with the breeze The beautiful angels, come back to me please!
Feeling somewhat disappointed now, I decided to look up again For the sky can be like an endless sea, of great domain I'm glad I did as I could not believe my eyes More clouds, more pictures, what a pleasant surprise!
This time I could see huge mountains sitting there Even though, they were amongst the clouds, high in the air I have never seen anything like these ones before Standing tall and proud, for all to admire and adore!
Nestled in front of them stood a huge, giantic place Full of splendor and glamour, that I wanted so badly to embrace Just strolling by hidden in the clouds, full of grace Was I actually seeing a glimpse of Heaven, before my face!
Then I noticed a huge set of gates, that were swung open so wide I could see a man standing there waving, I bowed my head and cried For I knew in my heart, it was the Lord Jesus, standing in Heaven above Then I waved back to Him and shouted real loud," My Lord, I thee do love!"
Mark 12:13 And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.
Written By: Linda J Laybolt Mar. 2012
LILLY OF THE VALLEY
Lilly of the valley so beautiful and bright, Sent to this world to be God’s guiding light. Shining with hope blooming wherever you are, Leading the lost like a bright shining star. Never giving in to temptation and sin, Showing us the way to be forever with Him. Touching so many as He passes by, With compassion and comfort for the ones who cry. Walking with the rich the poor and the weak, Knowing in their hearts what they truly seek. His Fathers love and forgiveness of sins, Lilly of the valley is where it all begins. Sacrificed on a cross for you and for me, He gave all for us so we could be free. Trampled on by many who did not understand, Lilly of the valley carrying out His Fathers plan. Blooming so brightly in this world today, Down on our knees we thank Jesus as we pray.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God February 27th 2012
SATURATED IN HIS BLOOD-BORN TO DIE....GOD'S INSTRUCTIONS TO JESUS
A decision was made by the Father above, That took all His love and desire to achieve Life for the ones who treated Him with such hatred. It grieved God’s heart to think He had to turn Jesus over to these.
So He took His Son’s hand and as He looked into His eyes, He said, “I have no choice but to do it this way. You know how much easier it would be if I could take Your place. But the sacrifice would not be as great if I go and You stay”.
“It has to be something impossible to think about, The very last thing that any Father could ever do. I am sure that while You are there, my heart will break. But, I have to sacrifice my Son, so this job must be done by You”.
“From these hallowed halls you will go and live among them. And you’ll be tossed about, and know that it is nothing You have done. Some will follow You and love You, listening to everything You say. And they will be saved by the Lamb that is slain, saturated in His blood”.
“Your life will not be easy and it will cause You so much pain. But, when You’re once again in Heaven, You will be the King of kings. You will suffer much on earth but when You are back with us again, You will be the Light of Heaven, and knees will bow to You as angels sing”.
“So, prepare Yourself to be leaving Heaven in just a day or two, For our people have been praying for a Messiah to set them free. My Son, the time will come when You’ll ask me to take this cup away. But, that will be impossible if You are to accomplish what they’re asking of me”.
“Many who have prayed for You, have heard the prophesy. Many will see the Christmas Star, and people will seek to find You. Like the Shepherds that hear the Angels announce the birth, And the Wise Men, who had long searched the stars for the clue”.
“It is necessary for you to live among them and rough is the way. For they are hardened, and evil is their everyday way of life. And in You, they will have an unsettled feeling . They will feel threatened and will seek to destroy you everyday and night”.
“But Your followers will love You and stand beside You. As much as they are capable, they will be loyal to Thee, For they will be anointed and saturated in the blood, That will cleanse them and give them salvation eternally”.
The Father embraced Him and He was sent through the Heavens, To dwell among men, His destiny to fulfill. The suffering He experienced, He did it for all of us. It was our decision whether to turn our backs or follow God’s will.
He walked on this earth and sin never touched Him. He was perfect and unblemished as the pure Lamb of God. He cried out to the Father, “My God, why have You forsaken me”? He felt the burden of our sins and He died alone with an evil mob.
From the throne of Heaven, to a far away manger, He was born to this end, nailed to a cross, Abandoned and misunderstood. His life’s blood was spilled out for each of us on Calvary. And we who believed were saturated in His blood, Forgiven for eternity. And The Father looked upon us and said, “IT IS GOOD”.
Written by Karen Bunker Nov.19, 2012
Matthew 28:5-6 And the angel answered and said unto the women, Fear not ye: for I know that ye seek Jesus, which was crucified. He is not here: for he is risen, as he said. Come, see the place where the Lord lay.
THE ANGELS CRIED AND WEPT
Mankind committed the saddest sin ever Killing the Son Of God will remain in our hearts forever But it was meant to be as you all know But the pain remains in our hearts from long ago!
We knew all along that this day was coming as foretold For it had been written many times in days of old None of us realized all the pain and suffering, you would go through It was forbidden to interfere, there was nothing we could do!
We never left your side through it all, although we feel you thought you were all alone In silence your servants watched their Lord be betrayed by the ones he called His Own! Shame! We declared on the high priests of the temple! Shame on all of you! You have dishonored your God in Heaven, for all the wrong you do!
Shame! Shame! On Judas for betraying you Lord Shame! Shame! On those who betrayed you after you gave them God's Word! Shame! Shame! On your own disciples who also betrayed you! Shame! Shame! For all the pain and suffering, the Son Of God had to go through!
With all the screaming and shouting, it was hard for us to get near But we did manage to see your eyes, were covered with sadness, but with no fear We watched as the guards placed their crown of thorns upon your head We watched as your beloved body was spit upon, beaten, mocked, crucified as you bled!
All of your teachings sent by their God, Our God, your Heavenly Father Shunned and mocked on that day, Lest they forgot to Love One Another! Hail! King Of The Jews, they mocked at you! Let your God come and take you off the cross, were the words they threw!
As you laid on that cross, we watched in sadness and dismay They say angels don't cry, but we all did that day Heavenly Father wept as the tears flowed from Heaven When you pleaded to Him that, they be forgiven!
Although you never complained, for what they had done to you We were all torn apart inside, for what you were going through! As you lay there dying, darkness fell upon the earth Not like the shining light that was given, at your birth!
This was the darkest day in earth's history that is known The day the Son Of God, Our Lord was betrayed, by His Own! But we your Heavenly Angels, never once left your side For you are Our King, with you forever, we will abide!
The love we feel for you is embedded in our hearts Always, we remain your humble servants, we will never depart! King of Kings of all the Heavens and Earth, Our Lord Jesus Forever, your angels give praise unto you as you do, unto us!
Written by Linda J Laybolt Mar 12, 2012
THE CARPENTER
There was a carpenter, who made steps with nothing underneath, He knew these steps would one day lead us away from our sorrows and grief. There was many who would follow Him in these steps each day, Sometimes stumbling and falling, but the carpenter kept showing them the way. For a short time He lived our lives feeling everything that we felt, And every day He talked to His Father while on His knees He knelt. Always reaching out to everyone for only He knows what we need, Changing lives and giving hope, while planting so many seeds. Just a carpenter some may say but a Savior to us all, Who with love in His heart He gladly answered His Father’s call. Oh how blessed we all are for we are always on His mind, From His birth to this day he thinks about us all the time. Oh that carpenter how I love Him Jesus is His name, He touched my life and because of Him I will never be the same.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God July 1st 2011
How Great Thou Art
My Dear Most Precious Lord Jesus, King of Kings When I think of your love, my heart truly sings Praise be to you, O Mighty One Our Heavenly Father's, Most Divine Loving Son!
Obeying your Father, in Heaven above You taught mankind, the true meaning of love You walked on earths ground, spreading God's Word To all in your path, who had not heard!
Sadly, they belittled you, mocking you time after time But the love in your heart always, managed to shine Persevering, never losing hope or faith along the way Teaching God's Words on LOVE, completely devoted to convey!
The perfect man, innocent of all imperfections or sin The one who holds the keys of heavens gates, upon to enter in Persecuted throughout your entire earthly years, to the very end Is a burden mankind forever carries, never being able to amend!
My Dear Precious Lord Jesus, it hurts my heart so For all the pain and suffering bestowed on you, many years ago If there was any way of changing and turning back the pages of time I would have given my life for you, and begged, please take mine!
Why, Oh Why Lord, did they not realize the worlds loss When they nailed the Son Of God to an old wooden cross Little did they know, you were here to save them The True Messiah of the people, indeed, you were Him!
Even while dying on the cross, your love still shined through Begging your Father,"Please Forgive Them, "They Know Not What They Do" The precious love for mankind, you carried deep within like a gem For The Lamb of God took away the sins of the world, with him!
Now in Heaven, you sit beside Our Heavenly Father on a throne My Dear Saviour and King of Kings, forever, you will be known My Precious Lord Jesus, I love you with all my heart With Praise my soul will forever sing unto you,"How Great Thou Art!"
Written by Linda J Laybolt 2012
WHEN JESUS HOLDS MY HAND
I bring my cares to Jesus, And lay them at His feet. Jesus intercedes for me, At the Father's right-hand seat.
He eases all my worries, and puts inside my heart a smile, He has never left me, Through all my earthly trials.
Down every lonely by-way, Sweet Jesus holds my hand, And when I just can't go on, He helps me make a stand.
My spirit soars as eagles, Taking flight on high, Such joy He instills within, Casting away every care and sigh.
He calmly lends me strength, For every brand-new day, His love and gentle guidance Is a beam along the way.
My mortal body often hinders My walk upon this land, But Oh, the joy of my spirit soaring, When Jesus holds my hand!
Written By: Denise Guest Oct. 2011
Visions Of Heaven
I have often thought about it, as you have too What it is going to be like in heaven, for me and you. I know the first person I will want to see is My Lord Jesus And thank him for giving his life, to save all of us!
The pearly gates of Heaven are mighty huge, so they say Seeing them is going to be one glorious day. I've heard in order to get to them and pass through You must know Jesus and he know you!
They say the streets are paved with the finest of gold They are always glistening and never need cleaning, so I am told. All that live there are dressed in the finest linens of white White is God's symbol of purity, faithful and true, in his sight!
God has many gardens in heaven, with many flowers galore This is one of his creations, that God so greatly adores. Looking up, you see exquisite shades of blue in the skies With colorful rainbows, illuminating beauty to the eyes!
The choirs of heavens voices radiate throughout the air Accompanied with the heavenly orchestra, can be heard everywhere. Angels sound trumpets and horns as they gently fly by While the little birds in heaven sing, their sweet lullaby!
They say no pain, suffering or sorrows exist there No one carries any burdens to bare You won't see any tears, that is a thing of the past Happiness here, forever will last!
You will get to meet all the people in the Bible that you have read about That alone will be such an honor, without any doubt. But the greatest privilege of all, will be meeting Our Lord Jesus, face to face And knowing that forever in his love, we will be embraced!
Our Heavenly Father and Our Lord Jesus sitting on their thrones Imagine seeing them together, in their Mighty home! What a glorious day, full of love that will truly be Sweet are my Visions of Heaven, is all that I see!
Written by Linda J Laybolt Feb 2012
The Abandoned Church
Out in the country on a lonely dirt road Stands a House of God that looks to be falling down The shingles are all weathered stained Brown grass filled with weeds, grow upon the ground.
Out in the back of it, a black steel fence has faded Most stones still stand in the cemetery here Full of solitude, now long forgotten Refusing to crumble from age, to slowly disappear.
Once where a gleaming white fence stood Lurks broken wood waiting for its final fall The wooden steps have also taken their toll with age However, God's house still stands, mighty and tall.
As you enter inside, the door opens with great ease Carefully watch where you step, for you may fall through No one has been in here, for many a years Lonely and empty, God's house that once, so many came into.
As you look around, it's really small in here Through the cobwebs on the windows, the light still shines bright Although dust covers the pews, have a seat anyway Look down, you'll find a book that's been long due out of sight.
As you gently open it, turn the fragile pages with tender care For it's my Holy Scriptures, full of Hymns and Prayers Now stand up, reverently read some prayers to me Then lift up your voice singing hymns, throughout the air.
And when it's time for you to leave, don't feel sad inside I am happy you came to visit me for awhile Just remember, my door is never shut, forever it remains open For today, my child, you entered my house and it made me smile!
Written by Linda J Laybolt 2011
Be Thou My Vision, O Lord Of My Heart
Be Thou my Vision, O Lord of my heart Stay with me always, never to part Guide me through the darkness, into thy light Promise to never leave me, keep me within your sight!
Be Thou my Refuge,O Lord, My Mighty King Keep me close beside you, tucked under your wing Be Thou my great strength, when I can't go on Place me in your loving arms, to rest my head upon!
Be Thou my Comforter, O Lord wearily I cry Gently wash away the tears, that shed from my eyes Compassion is yours to bestow, so loving and kind Warmth of your gentleness, flows peace to my mind!
Be Thou my Forgiver, O Lord forgive me, of all my sins Teach me your righteousness, to feel love within Meek and humble, your servant, I always will be Surrounded by your love, I place my trust in thee!
Be Thou my Saviour, O Lord I pray Your unconditional love you give, I'd never betray Deliver me from this world of despair, home to be with you Heaven is a place I long, for you to take me to!
Be Thou My Loving Father, O Lord Most Divine Protect me from all harm, let me be Thine Placing all faith and trust in you, O Gracious One Until the time comes, my work here on earth is done!
Be Thou my Redeemer, O Lord in Heaven above Fill my yearning spirit, with ever-lasting love Gracefully, Most Holy Lord, hold me close and tight So I will remain forever, in your divine light!
Be Thou my Vision, O Lord of my heart How Great Are Thy wonders, How Great Thou Art! Forever, being my first vision in my heart May we always remain together, never to depart!
Written By: Linda J Laybolt Feb 15,2012
~~~~I AM JESUS~~~~
Hello, I am Jesus and I have come to save You ! I come to You with open arms to protect and save You, from all harm ! I come to save and protect You from all of your burdens and sins! I come to your Heart, to inspire and lift, and I pray, that to Me, you will listen !
I am coming so that You may live, with more Love, than you can even comprehend ! All sadness and broken hearts, I will mend, for I am your Holy Father", 'The Father Of All Women and Men'! I will open my doors to Heaven, and show you the way, to life everlasting !
I am 'Spirit', but I come to You, as a Man, so that You will know, that, I Am"! I bring to you, many blessings, and to You, my healings and peace ! I bring to You, shoulders,upon which to lay your weary heads, and much needed rest !
I am a ,"Big Lord', so that all may climb aboard, and grasp my helping hands,all over the entire lands, from ocean to ocean, and sea to sea! Please, do not be afraid,just come to Me! I will accept the glory and provide you with more Faith, Grace, and Mercy, than you could ever percieve !
"Me", you do not, have to see', but know and just believe, that I am always right here, to renew and redeem, through all your times of need ! "I Love You", so very much, for I am Your Lord', and Holy, 'Father Jesus'! I accept all who come to Me!
Written by Pastor Shirley Ann Shaw Nov. 25.2011
Echoes Of Love
Every prayer and their words, the Lord embraces Ascending to Him, from so many places Voices throughout the air, Echoes of Love From everywhere, to Our Lord in Heaven above!
Echoes of song and praise, About Gods Loving ways Echoes of happiness, joy, and delight That all here, is alright!
Echoes of sorrow For a better tomorrow Echoes of grief From those who seek relief!
Echoes of fear That the Lord is close by and near Echoes of despair That they can no longer bare!
Echoes for those sick and in pain That the Lord will bring comfort, once again Echoes for friends and loved ones Soaring to Heaven, one by one!
Echoes of heart break From the quiet and meak Echoes of loneliness To fill the void and emptiness!
Echoes of hopes and dreams to share All wrapped up in a little prayer Echoes of the faithful From the heart and soul!
The Lord loves to hear from us in prayer Our Father in Heaven, really does care When you say a prayer, listen for the echoes of love Being sent back to you, from Our Lord in Heaven above!
Written by: Linda J Laybolt Feb 29, 201
A Peek Through Heavens Gates
Last night I dreamed I was standing in front of a huge set of gates It felt like I was standing on air, for I could not feel the ground I tried desperately to open the gates but they were too heavy for me to move So I decided to take a peek in through and have a look around.
Then I decided, I better not do this It's completely wrong, I wasn't brought up this way So I stood there with my conscience swaying back and forth But a small voice inside me kept saying, What is this place anyway?
Finally, I said I'm going to do it, I'll just take a small peek So I got up real close to the gates without making a sound I felt like a thief in the night, so scared of getting caught It would be just my luck, of me being found.
The guilt hit me, I decided I better say a little prayer Heavenly Father, I'm about to committ a sin, it's your forgiveness that I seek I know it's very wrong, what I am about to do So I'm asking ahead of time for forgiveness, it's only a little innocent peek!
My eyes must be playing tricks on me, for I could not believe what I was seeing So many beautiful flowers, everywhere I looked beauty was to be seen The colorrs were nothing like I had ever seen before, Where is this place? I grabbed my arm and gave it a pinch, to make sure I wasn't in a dream.
The people here were all dressed in white clothes made from fine linens Everyone here was so happy, for they were all smiling at each other as they talked I could feel the peace and contentment that filled the air Their souls were full of love as was the street full of gold, that they walked.
Well I thought, could this be heaven, the streets are made of gold there Don't be silly a small voice said inside, you just pinched yourself so you are very alive Then I heard a voice call me by name, I'm so happy to see you, he said I felt like a child who had just got caught, I froze but I really wanted to run and hide.
I turned around and there he stood with a glowing smile upon his face I knew just exactly who he was, he held his arms wide open for me to embrace I said I'm so sorry Lord, Can I ever be forgiven? He replied, yes, my child, I planned it this way so you could have a peek of what awaits you in heaven!
Written By: Linda J. Laybolt Jan 5,2012
THE SEED OF LOVE
This is a story about two little angels, who were attending angel school in heaven Their teacher called them aside, it's time for you to go to earth, instructions were given But we are too small they cried, to be on our own Their teacher replied, you are going to be with a little girl, who feels all alone!
The Lord has asked that you go to be with her, the older angel said He wants to see if you are learning all that in school,you have been taught and read! The two little angels who had never been out of heaven,were somewhat afraid When the older angel told them you are going today, plans have been made!
Within minutes the two little angels were on earth, standing inside a house They looked around and there she was, the little girl who sat quietly as a mouse. She looked at the angels and said, Hello my name is Cathy..Where did you come from? The little angels were in shock, they wanted to hide and run!
They were not suppose to be seen by anyone, invisible to all It was written in their angel instruction book,it was part of the angel law! The little angels spoke up with big smiles on their faces, you can see us? Cathy replied, Of course, I can, you are beautiful, what's the big fuss?
You're angels Cathy explained, I can see your wings behind you She asked, Is it true that in heaven, everyone is happy, no one is sick and blue? The angels replied yes, it's a very loving place that all embrace And added, we even get to see Jesus, face to face!
Cathy got up holding something in her hand and said to them, come with me They followed her to the back yard where a hole was dug for them to see She got down on her knees,opened her hand which held a small seed She threw it in the ground and said now you're not to grow into a weed!
I planted the seed she said, one day it will grow to be a tree It is suppose to remind me, how much my Mama loves me She gave it to me last night, and said my home is in your heart and always will be One day when you are older, the love in that tree, is all you will see!
Cathy smiled and covered the seed with ground, then proceeded to put water over it My Mama made me promise, what she said, never to forget! When the seed to sprout and grow, home I will be I wish Mama would soon go home and take away the sadness from me!
For weeks the two little angels stayed close, by Cathy's side For weeks she watered the seed, for weeks she cried The little angels played, sang and talked about how beautiful heaven was to comfort her Cathy was so lost and full of sadness, for the loss of her dear precious Mother!
One day Cathy went out to check on her seed and there it stood A tiny tree had peeked through the ground, just as her Mama said it would! With joy in her heart, the tears flowed from her eyes Mama is home! Mama is home! My heart no longer cries!
The little angels looked at her and replied, your Mama is not here No, said Cathy but I know where she is and with you, I will share Mama told me to go plant this seed, she called it the seed of love And when it grew I would know, she is happy in her new home with God in heaven above!
The little angels stayed with Cathy for a few more days They noticed she had changed so much, much more happier in her ways When they returned to heaven, Cathy's mother greeted them with a smile She said Thank you for being with my Cathy for awhile!
The little angels replied, we have a message to share with you Cathy said to tell you, she loves you and is no longer blue! She is happy you finally made it home and is no longer in pain Her seed of love is now a tree, in her heart forever, it will remain!
The little angels teacher wrapped her wings lovingly around both with a huge smile I am so happy you're back but it may be only for awhile! You have both passed your first angel test away from here in heaven above For you both understand, the Lord's Divine Words on The Seed Of Love!
Written By Linda J Laybolt Mar.3, 2012
I FEEL YOU VERY NEAR
Sometimes, Lord, I come before you, And don't know how to pray... I sometimes feel so overwhelmed, And don't know what to say.
For life is often harsh and mean, It can knock me to my knees. And at those times I feel alone, And feel you're far away from me.
And then a loving thought comes Into my heart to shine. It lets me know you're there, And have been all the time. I Feel You Very Near
It's then I know just what to say, When I give it all to thee. Your precious will be done dear Lord, Your truth has set me free.
You let me know that all my cares, Are being watched by you. And that you love me oh so much, And will carry me all the way through.
You let me know that no matter what, I'll have the victory. That life and death do not hold The key to eternity.
Eternity, Lord was paved by you So many years ago. And even tho my earth bound heart Can really hurt just so...
In time I know that this will pass, And I'll feel happy once again. I know that this is mine to walk, And thank you Lord, for Friends.
I love you, Lord, for loving me, Just help me now to stand. I'll keep my walk with you today, As you gently take my hand.
I know that you will lead me Lord, Beside waters, still and clear. And thank you Lord, because right now, I feel you, very near.
Written by: Denise Guest Jan 2012
LOOK WITHIN
Don't search for me in buildings Don't search within those walls Search for me within And listen when I call.
For I am all around you I'm the very air you breathe Just hear me when I say I'm all you'll ever need.
Your body is my temple Within you I reside You are a child of God On the cross for you I died.
I took the sins of the World My Father asked me to I willingly accepted I did it all for YOU.
I love you like our Father Every child, woman, and man Soon I'll come for you And you'll reside in the Promised Land.
Take time and look around you I'm in everything you see Remember to look within It's there you will find me.
One day, I decided I was going to find the one they call the Almighty I had made my mind up, I wanted to meet he! The people who walked with hearts of love, I wanted to be just like them Thus, began my search for him!
I'll go to church like some people do Then, maybe God I will get lucky and see you! So off to church I went, but sadly, I didn't see you there But the pastor did say, God's presence was in the air!
I attended many churches but still no sign of you I started to wonder if you're existence was really true! So I decided to make a journey of my own In search of God and His Mighty Throne!
I have all the time in the world for this I want to see for myself that God is real and truly exists! So off I went searching from place to place For I really did want to meet, God face to face!
I climbed the highest mountains there is But there was no sign of this heaven of his! They say his throne is in heaven up above but where oh where For I looked and looked and it was not there!
So I decided to sail the mighty seas Maybe out there God, I will meet thee! But again my excitement was soon taken away So I had to think of another strategy for me to portray!
I traveled to God's largest churches, so vastly talked about Seeing you had become my obsession, without any doubt! So I decided to pack in and head back home And have a little rest while thinking of more places to roam!
When I got home, heaven was the only thing on my mind They say God is everywhere, but yet you are so hard to find! Then, I picked up the Bible, reading the pages one by one It took months but I couldn't put it down, till I was done!
I learned so much from this book, for it touched my very soul I'm a new person, renewed in God's love, complete and whole! Now, I walk with love in my heart, like the others My Lord taught me the true meaning of Love One another!
Heaven is the place where My Mighty Lord sits on his throne Exactly where it is located, to me is still unknown! My Lord Jesus is waiting for me there With open arms,he will take me into His Loving Care!
Now I understand that Lord, you are everywhere I was looking in all the wrong places, so unaware! All I have to do is go to you in humble prayer For my God in Heaven is always there!
Written By: Linda J. Laybolt Feb.7,2012
GRACEFULNESS OF AGE
Gazing at a multicolored sunset, fading slowly into the west – I am mesmerized by thoughts lingering in my mind, Not so sure where they will take me, as in a trance they go – Back and forth through the many pages and seasons of time.
The cold north wind echoes the sounds of winter still – As darkness begins to fade in like a shadow of surprise, Ever so close, at least enough to touch, but not to bend – Or to race after that now, long gone, and short lived sunrise.
The years have not just passed by but zoomed by like from a gun – Can’t get them back to relive, but alas those memories remain in tack, Perhaps a bit worn around the edges, but through these eyes, so be it – The memory is fading anyway, and what lies ahead is right on track.
There is a gracefulness in age, that renders soft and comfortably warm – Such radiance from God is a treasure that takes time to realize, That I have held fast to what was meaningful and stored it securely – Where it will rest, or at least take on cobwebs until the very day I die.
I never met a challenge that I didn’t fail but more than once – Perhaps I knew better than to allow such a blunder a second chance, Often times I was subdued in my thinking, but not a complete fool – For when the storms of life approached, oh I learned, yes, I learned to dance.
Life without laughter is like a clown without a painted face, I surmise – So we should take the time to be goofy, drink kool aid, and chew gum, But if you prematurely lost your choppers, well you might can’t do either – Being completely serious all of the time is a drag, and certainly not much fun.
This journey of life has a lot of twists and turns; bumps and curves as well – And a whole lot of folks are traveling the same road, trying to go some place, Perhaps looking out for themselves, and not a worry or care for another – Yet, truth be told, that way will only get one lost, so much for the race.
The golden years have come upon me, memory a bit rusty but not all – For I know which direction I am to be headed in, it is written on each page, Yesterday isn’t coming back, and tomorrow may never come to be – So, in the footsteps of Jesus I continue, until heaven’s angels carry me home, And I have finished living the final season; this gracefulness of age!
In the rolling hills of Bethlehem a long, long time ago Little Black Sheep was frolicking with a flock to ‘n fro. He liked to run ‘n play under the sunny skies so blue. He liked to rest ‘n ponder when his playing was through.
Sometimes he would question just why he was black and others were white, seemingly color they lacked. While mankind seemed to call someone who was bad a “black sheep”; he’d been good and he was so glad.
As he rested, he stayed close to David, his shepherd, who played on his harp and sang most inspiring words. Little Black Sheep loved to hear his shepherd David sing as it calmed him so much when his own body was aching.
One day Black Sheep thought he heard his shepherd say “The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want for anything.” Little Black Sheep pondered those words for a moment, realizing now shepherd David was being most reverent.
“He makes me to lie down in green pastures” and then “He leads me beside the still waters”, David sang again. Little Black Sheep knew how so true these words were As over the grass and by the steam he liked to wander.
The soothing harp lulled Little Black Sheep to sleep. Yet he knew David’s Lord would his shepherd keep. The Lord restored his soul and led him the right way Even through the dark valleys as He had each day.
In his dreams, Little Black Sheep saw the enemies-- wolves, bears, Giant Goliath—crossing boundaries. He’d watched how shepherd David bravely them fought, amazingly slaying them all with his trusty sling shot.
How long he’d slept, Little Black Sheep did not know. Still his shepherd David’s words and music flowed. “Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me as I go and I will dwell in the house of my Lord forevermore.”
Written by: Kay A Davis
THE PACKAGE
I received a package and I offered to pay, But it was free, and thank you was all I could say. It was not fancy there were no pretty bows, I wondered what was inside I really wanted to know. There was no return address it was mine to keep, When I opened it up I began to weep. There was so many things and I needed them all, I looked up towards the heavens, and on God’s name I called. There was mercy and grace, and forgiveness inside, I fell on my knees and I began to cry. It didn’t stop there it was full of love, Sent down to me from my Father above. There was comfort and, strength to get me through my bad days, And lots of faith and hope, showing me God was the only way. There was compassion and kindness, I now had so much to share, All because of my Father who loves me and cares. There was so many things this package never would end, It was mine to keep forever and use over again. I knew where to keep it as I opened my heart, This package what a blessing that gave my life a new start.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God
FORGET ME NOT
My love for you is unconditional and never-ending It has always been there, right back to the very beginning Forget Me Not, that's all I ask you to do For I have not forgotten you!
You are a very huge part of me although there are times This, you cannot see Creating you from dust of the ground, in my very own image That's just the way, I wanted you to be.
I gave the day full of light, along with the darkness of night I gave you the sun and the stars So with you, you would always see my shining light I wanted everything for you to be perfect and right!
I gave you all that you see above you in the heaven's above And gave you the earth to dwell upon, out of love I sent my angels to guide and watch over you I even sent you my only son, for the word of the Lord is right and true.
I gave you the Ten commandments, in which I want you to abide They are there for a reason and not to be tossed aside. My Holy Scriptures were written out of love and tells all that is to be said I gave them to you to understand me, each word I want,to be carefully read.
The greatest gift to you was the heart which I molded from mine But I also gave you free will,it's your choice to keep it in the dark or make it shine. A soul to you, I also gave and buried it deep within A conscience was needed to let you know, when against me, you committ a sin.
When you need me, I will always there For you know, I am the one who truly loves you and cares Forget Me Not, that's all I ask you to do FOR I HAVE NOT FORGOTTEN YOU!!!
Written By: Linda J Laybolt
THE STEPS OF LIFE
Up the steps of life I go Dear Lord always reaching out to you, Sometimes fast, and sometimes slow, wondering if I will make it through. Some steps are small while others are high, that’s when I need a helping hand, I’m trusting Lord as I continue to climb, knowing that this is a part of your plan. There have been times that I have stopped to rest, feeling like I could not go on, That’s when I have felt your loving arms pick me up, Lord you are so strong. You have shown me Lord with each step I climb that there is so much that I can do, With kindness and love, I can now reach back and help someone who is struggling to. There is so much more that I have to give, because you have given so much to me, While climbing these steps of life each day my blessings over flow from thee. While looking up the steps go on I have never seen the end, And when I look back I see someone that I can reach out and help again. The steps of life, I am so grateful Lord that you climb them with me each day, With mercy and grace, and love in your heart, you hold my hand and guide my way.
Written By Eva Dimel Inspired By God
YOUR LOVING GUARDIAN ANGEL
Walk with me, even if its just for a short while It definitely will be worthwhile and perhaps I will make you smile. I have so much to talk to you about So many stories, you should check me out!
I have white shiny wings and a face that constantly glows So don't be afraid of me, for you my love flows Although you cannot see me, I am always with you Whether sad or happy, or cheerful or blue.
Think of me this way, I am somewhat like a parent The only difference is, I am mostly transparent When you were born, I was there Carefully watching over you, with tender, loving care!
When you were a baby, I sat by your bed While you slept, my loving wings around you, were spread I watched you as you learned how to walk I laughed as I tried to figure out your sweet baby talk!
I never left your side when you were feeling ill And to this day, I am around you still There is nothing of your childhood, that I won't remember To me, you have become my precious family member.
Through all the good times, I was there with you In sad times, my love and comfort saw you through Now, you are all grown up standing in front of me But you are never alone, beside you, I will always be!
In so many ways, you have become my dear child When I first saw you, my heart smiled We have been through a lot together, you and me A long road still awaits us, yet to be!
Whatever path in life you choose to take I will be there when you sleep and when you awake The Lord sent me to watch over you, whatever you decide to do I am your guardian angel and I truly love you!