Are you reluctant to serve the Lord because you’re afraid or feel inadequate? Even the Apostle Paul felt this way.
From 2 Corinthians 2:16: “Who is sufficient for these things?”
Charles Stanley Quote
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Old Man Trouble
From the words of British pastor and theologian, Charles Spurgeon: “The closer we are to the Shepherd, the safer we are from the wolves.”
Encountering another of life’s setbacks
Visitor from the darkness shouts, “I am back”
Old Man Trouble comes knocking at my front door
Relentless, he desires to even the score
How will I choose to deal with adversity?
His darkness masks the sky over this city
Tackle straight forward what Old Man Trouble brings
Or . . . wait timidly for his continued sting
God’s Word teaches us and brings us hope:
We all live preciously in God’s perfect sight
He gathers us in His loving, Holy might
Past—present—future . . . from the Great I Am
Making it through turbulent seas for each lamb
Through desolate wilderness, God shares a way
Bringing rivers of hope to this life’s gateway
Looking Old Man Trouble in his doom-filled eyes
With faithful courage, my hope begins to rise
Life waits to see . . . who will finally blink first?
With God’s living water, quenching my parched thirst
Listening, following God’s steadfast handbook
His love will save me with a whole new outlook
Bringing Godly fortitude, when needed most
Old Man Trouble defeated, nothing to boast
From Isaiah 43:2-3: “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. For I am the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior.”
Charles Swindoll Quote
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When we are suffering, only Christ’s perspective can replace our resentment with rejoicing. Our whole perspective changes when we catch a glimpse of the purpose of Christ in it all.
From Matthew 11:28-30: “Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.”
Horace Mann Quote
Habit is a cable, we weave a thread of it each day, and at last we cannot break it.
From James 3:13: “Who is wise and understanding among you? Show by your good life that your works are done with gentleness born of wisdom.”
Sunrise to Sunset
Summer sunrise lights up the vast Montana prairie
Fields of grain smelling like sweetest confectionery
Farmers and ranchers always start up their days early
Full and hearty breakfast, making any man feel burly
This morning’s itinerary calls for baling hay
Alfalfa windrows cannot wait around all day
With tractor pulling an old baler, creating perfect bales
Gentle morning breeze fills out the air like a ship’s sails
Midday arrives, there’s time for a quick, tasty bite
Wife packs dinner with her usual special delights
Afternoon heat and wind suspend all baling for now
Starting up the swather, cutting hay as time allows
Thinking about next week, wheat looking to ripen by then
Combine stands ready and dependable, just like Big Ben
About an hour before sundown, pick-up truck returns home
Just enough daylight to check a few cows where they roam
Supper bell will be ringing soon, so need to finish now
Washing up, sitting down with wife, enjoy hearty chow
Praying together, evening transcends with the setting sun
Thankful for the Lord’s help with another day’s work done
Life Laughs Back (Haiku Series #90)
Not for Me
Obedience school
Violates my canine rights—
Dog walks away free
Try, Try Again
Car attempts to park
Seven times without success—
Miffed student driver
Cold Reception
Social media post
Only three likes arrive from—
Me, myself, and I
Oswald Chambers Quote
The dearest friend on earth is but a mere shadow compared with Jesus Christ.
From John 15:13: “No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.”
Monday Memories: Little Treasures
My life matures with treasured blessings to enjoy
Being with grandchildren brings rich love and joy
God blesses us with these matchless wonders
Hearing their playfulness louder than thunder
The Lord has blessed my role as a grandfather
Bringing love opportunities without any bother
Morning arrives with my coffee cup filled
Thinking of grandchildren spawns a thrill
Some live close, others reside farther away
Praying for each one helps to start my day
Their parents feeling blessed with each child
Allowing me to call each one my grandchild
These children march through remarkable lives
Offering vivid moments which continue to thrive
Photographs authenticate each child’s life story
Filling my appetite with incredible love and glory
God has glorified me with these little tikes
Reminding of humble times, forever to like
Charles Spurgeon Quote
Will not the Lord’s time be better than your time?
From 1 Peter 5:6: “Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, so that He may exalt you in due time.”
Healing Our Divisions
This poem is written as a traditional Sonnet, but it can certainly be read as a prayer. God’s peace!
Lives pretending to follow a Holy God
Being of the flesh, greater than the spirit
Living as infants in our Lord Jesus Christ
Thirsty for our Father’s love, we shall fear it
Life filled with jealousy and quarrelsome times
Behaving outside of our Father’s design
Belonging to the Left, beholding the Right
Only walking with Jesus, should lives align
Sowing life’s seeds for a bountiful harvest
Thirsty for true living water and care
This world’s Master Builder brings His hope-filled Grace
Humbling kneeling at the Cross, hear our prayers
Only through our Lord Jesus, rests our foundation
Unifying voices throughout this nation
From 1 Corinthians 3:21-23: “So let no one boast about human leaders. For all things are yours, whether Paul or Apollos or Cephas or the world or life or death or the present or the future—all belong to you, and you belong to Christ, and Christ belongs to God.”
