From Matthew 7:13-14: “Enter through the narrow gate; for the gate is wide and the road is easy that leads to destruction, and there are many who take it. For the gate is narrow and the road is hard that leads to life, and there are few who find it.”
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Life tempting us with enticing shortcuts
Most of these never seem to bring success
Gods speaks honestly, always asking us
Did we burrow deeper, rather than guess?
Clever world flooding us with remedies
Formulas for a more successful life
Simple, surefire, easy to use, guaranteed
God’s formula, always true without strife
Never shy from following the Father
He doesn’t promise a road without bumps
God offers promises with blessed love
His way leading us forward, our hearts jump
Requiring patience, life’s a marathon
God remains our Rock, faithful and steadfast
His blessings fill our lives in countless ways
Our ship sails, with eternal hope amassed
Losing hope at times, seeking a quick fix
Encouragement and trust arrives from God
Offering us Grace, filled with peace and joy
Grateful, He accepts us, totally flawed
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From the words of Saint Teresa of Avila, “We ought to make some progress, however little, every day, and show some increase of fervor. We ought to act as if we were at war–as, indeed, we are–and never relax until we have won the victory.”
Originally published March, 2020.
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Everything I’ve learned in my walk with Christ is mentioned in this post! It’s rich and full of promises. Narrow gate, worldly deception, life’s bumpy roads, …the only truth that exists is what I bank my life on! Christ! Blessings, Richard!
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Karla, I appreciate you sharing these thoughts. As we have both discovered, the most genuine writing comes our life experiences.
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It’s my blessing, Richard! Amen!
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In a world of instant gratification this is a good reminder to wait for what is really worth waiting for.
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Donna, your words speak with the wisdom of your life’s journey, but I can feel God’s influence in every word.
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I appreciate your kind words and the encouragement they bring. Praise God.
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This is a beautiful post, Richard. Yes, it is a wonderful reminder… filled with peace and joy. Thank you!
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Jan, I appreciate you sharing your voice. I value it a great deal. Sorry that I’ve been a bit distracted with commenting of late. My plate is not quite as full now.
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Have a wonderful week, Richard. Try not to refill your plate to overflowing too soon. Enjoy the space! ❤ (Hah! I'm not one to talk… mine is pretty full today, so I am up awfully early!)
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