Looking and searching
Sometimes life’s obvious waits—
Right in front of us
Life’s interactions
Seeing goodness in people—
Help them to blossom
Out of life’s darkness
Human character rising—
Overcoming all
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Each morning, she waits with calmness
Her attitude reflects poise and kindness
She cherishes conversation, sitting at my knee
Listening attentively, she enjoys being with me
Her appearance shows off beauty and her shape
Inviting me to meet her for another special date
She has become an independent thinker
Dreaming of new adventures, she tinkers
She doesn’t mind others taking a mid-day nap
Sleeping for a few winks, she’s out in a snap
She welcomes the weather on sunny days
Frowning when rain clouds gather to stay
She looks forward to sweet morning walks
Experiencing nature, she seldom ever talks
Sometimes at dusk, she lets out a fright
Watching out a window, deer in her sight
Allow me to introduce this loyal and lovely lady
She’s been a perfect friend, her name is Sadie
Sadie is an English Lab, and she is a dear friend to her family. Sometimes, I am invited to help watch her when family is away. As you can see, she loves her nap time.
Here is a link to the first poem featuring Sadie. It was published back in November, 2018.
From Romans 15:5-6: “May the God of steadfastness and encouragement grant you to live in harmony with one another, in accordance with Christ Jesus, so that together you may with one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.”
Working through each of us
Nurturing Word of God
Building up each neighbor
Sharing love of Jesus
Calling each believer
Stepping into life’s void
Following Spirit’s lead
Willing to share burdens
Observing their struggles
Praying for others’ needs
Welcoming thy neighbor
Living in harmony
Thriving to gather time
Helping hands step forward
Making a difference
Walking in Christ’s footprints
Accepting each other
Teaching from Father’s Word
Comforting and helping
Showing love to neighbors
From Galatians 5:14: “For the whole law is summed up in a single commandment, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.'”
Voice
Blessing us
God sharing peace
Awakening quietness in our
Hearts
Source
Daily strength
God’s steadfast love
His wisdom shall always
Guide
Experiencing
God’s presence
His Creation breathes
Divine, righteous Word speaks
Life
Turning life upside down
Darkness fuels discontent
Grief fills daily breakdowns
Hopelessness speeds descent
Reaching out to others
Care arrives through their grace
Like words from grandmother
Life moves to better place
Breathing, moving forward
Journey begins to smile
Ship now sails straightforward
Life transitions, each mile
Healing day by day
Sunshine now reappears
Precious words stop to say
Tender thoughts, always near
Newlywed’s “house rules”
Ignore all of the above—
Wife is always right!
Golf course investment
Cash needed for 18th green—
Paying up lost bets
Tranquil camping night
Youngsters scramble out of tent—
Skunk proudly walks out
This poem was previously published in March, 2019. During this time, more of my writing was inspired by Christian themes.
Some equate dealing with this life to running a race
Of course, sometimes we pause and turnabout face
Wise people say, “Persistent and steady wins the race”
Better than hurrying to eat dinner without saying grace
Others encourage with, “Hurry up and build it now”
Oh my! Can’t one stop to relax and take a bow?
Another calls out, “Experience it today works best”
What about using tomorrow—no worries one jests!
All of the above wisdom may be honest and true
But God will wait patiently until we are all through
We are all imperfections in God’s all-seeing eyes
Life will bring new challenges as each year flies
There is always another hill to climb so we can see
The greener grass sometimes turns brown for thee
Life throws “stuff” along our way, not always good
Sometimes we lack courage to go when we should
It is time to finish the big race and succeed
Anything less sells us short of our final deed
All should count their blessings—so many
God fills us up with much joy for all and any
Life’s journey seems like a marathon run
Take it one day at a time, enjoy the fun!
From Matthew 11:28: “Come to Me, all you who are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.”
Weary, come to Me
Taking time to rest
Hearts filled with darkness
Hearing voice of Christ
Forgiveness granted
Pardoning with peace
Today fills with joy
Tasting Savior’s love
Drifters, come to Me
Seeking light of faith
Nighttime becomes day
Hearing voice of Christ
Hearts filled with sadness
Looking for His Word
Morning shares its grace
Flowing from our Lord
Sinners, come to Me
Welcoming each one
Doubt now shrinks away
Hearing voice of Christ
True freedom now rings
Calling us back home
Unworthy, no more
Trusting Christ, the King
This free-verse poem is inspired from the hymn, “Come unto Me, Ye Weary.” Written and published by William Chatterton Dix in 1867, this hymn speaks from the Word of Jesus Christ, found in Matthew 11:28.
Drought hardens fertile land
Faithfully sowing seeds
Reaching out to God’s hand
Praying for farmers’ needs
Weather forecasts no rain
Boldness in faith remains
Praying for crops of grain
Holding tight to God’s reins
Clouds covering high plains
Showers dancing away
Leaving tears, without rain
Filling hours with prayer
Faith shall never waver
Perseverance, God’s domain
Seeking His good favor
Waiting out this campaign
Steadfast prayers prevail
Bountiful, earthly grace
Sharing rain without fail
Bringing smiles to each face
Listen
Fear not
Never be afraid
Be strong and courageous
Follow
Follow
With faithfulness
Voice leads us
Hear name now called
Faith
Faith
Strengthened daily
Breathing with hope
Never forsaking each believer
Promise
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