From Ephesians 1:13-14: “ In Him you also, when you had heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and had believed in Him, were marked with the seal of the promised Holy Spirit; this is the pledge of our inheritance toward redemption as God’s own people, to the praise of his glory.”
Adopted as God’s children
Following His Word of truth
Spiritual blessings sprout
Sharing wisdom since our youth
Holy Spirit breathes insight
Glorious grace singing out
Love and peace, freely granted
Hope from heaven, rousing shouts
Holy Word reigns eternal
Gospel of salvation acts
Forgiving our trespasses
Life renewed with Savior’s pact
Baptism with Holy Spirit
Redemption through Jesus’ blood
Called and claimed by our Father
True faith restored, life’s new bud
From the words of German pastor and Christian theologian, Martin Luther: “The Holy Spirit has called me through the Gospel, enlightened me with His gifts, and sanctified and kept me in true faith.”
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Congratulations Mr. A! I have a few more months before my third anniversary.
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This is an uplifting poem! Thanks! I needed that today! 🌟
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Susan, your words are a blessed affirmation of this poem. Thanks so much for sharing. Blessings.
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Love and peace unto all 💖🙏
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Indeed Ashok! Blessings to you in the coming week.
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I love the encouragement in the words of your poem.
Blessings Richard.
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Crissy, I appreciate your kind words. I think the father and teacher in me shines through much of my poetry in the form of hope and encouragement. Blessings to you.
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Beautifully written and lovely message. I am thankful for the Holy Spirit.
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Amen Diana! May we be always thankful of the Holy Spirit’s work in each of us.
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Yes! Amen!
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Love this poem based upon Ephesians 1
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Ephesians is one of my favorite places to go in the writings of Apostle Paul.
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Awesome that’s awesome to hear that
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