He who becomes a brother to the bruised, a doctor to the despairing, and a comforter to the crushed may not actually say much. What he has to offer is often beyond the power of speech to convey. But, the weary sense it, and it is a balm of Gilead to their souls.
From 1 Peter 3:8: “Finally, all of you, have unity of spirit, sympathy, love for one another, a tender heart, and a humble mind.”
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.'”
Prayer is the most important tool for your mission to the world. People may refuse our love or reject our message, but they are defenseless against our prayers.
From 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”
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
God has charged Himself with full responsibility for our eternal happiness and stands ready to take over the management of our lives the moment we turn into faith to Him.
From Psalm 146:5-6: “They will recount the glorious splendor of Your majesty, and on Your wondrous works I will meditate. They will proclaim the might of Your awesome deeds, and I will declare Your greatness.”
A man sins who wishes to receive more from his neighbor than he is himself willing to give to the Lord God.
From Matthew 7:12: “In everything do to others as you would have them do to you, for this is the Law and the Prophets.”
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!
God has a plan for us, mysterious though it may seem, and we want to be in the center of it. All the risks notwithstanding, the center of God’s will is still the safest place on earth to be.
From Psalm 130:6: “My soul waits for the Lord more than those who watch for the morning, more than those who watch for the morning.”
The commandment of absolute truthfulness is really only another name for the fullness of discipleship.
From Proverbs 10:9: “Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever follows perverse ways will be found out.”
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
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