The foundation of our love for the Lord lies in the recognition of His holiness, our sinfulness, and His grace.
From Ephesians 2:4-5: “But God, who is rich in mercy, out of the great love with which He loved us even when we were dead through our trespasses, made us alive together with Christ–by grace you have been saved.”
From 1 John 4:9-10: “God’s love was revealed among us in this way: God sent His only Son into the world so that we might live through Him. In this is love, not that we loved God but that He loved us and sent His Son to be the atoning sacrifice for our sins.”
Jesus shows us God’s way
No greater love than His
Sharing all of himself
For us, taking our quiz
Coming in human form
Living His humble way
Obedient to God
For each sinner, He prays
Taking our place in death
His body bears our sins
Shedding His precious blood
Defeating death, God wins
Above darkest valleys
Highest mountains tremble
No greater love shall breathe
Saintly choir assembles
Greatest exchange ever
Washing sin, white as snow
Christ’s love covers darkness
Spirit forever glows
From Philippians 2:9-11: “Therefore God also highly exalted him and gave Him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”
Morning begins with quietness
Behind locked doors, many hiding
Disciples and others mourning
Feeling God no longer guiding
Overcome with grief and sorrow
Memories fill with harshest tone
Quietness gathers in God’s hands
Barren cross stands bloody, alone
His torturous execution
Rabbi, teacher forever gone
Faith shattered, only quietness
Living as ignored Roman pawns
Confused, lacking understanding
What will tomorrow ever bring?
God waits with patient quietness
Sadness fills His heart, death its sting
From this darkness, quietness breathes
Hidden events still playing out
Love’s greatest story, not finished
God triumphs, never any doubt
While it seems God’s Word is quiet on this day, He is orchestrating events to come. While the world feels alone and forsaken, God is never quiet. Tomorrow will shine light on His everlasting love and triumph.
From Psalm 31:1-2: “In you, O Lord, I seek refuge; do not let me ever be put to shame; in your righteousness deliver me. Incline your ear to me; rescue me speedily. Be a rock of refuge for me, a strong fortress to save me.”
Life struggles with loneliness
Days without human contact
Isolation grows, lights go dim
Time without purpose, sidetracked
Scorned, rejected, forgotten
Christ also feels all alone
Where have His disciples gone?
Taunted, tortured, overthrown
Holy God always at work
Cries of loneliness, He heeds
Our needs, never glossed over
Spirit moves others to lead
Alone, never life’s last word
Visits from others arrive
Blessed comfort sealed with love
Sustaining light will survive
Darkest loneliness leaving
Empty hearts fill with courage
Father’s love touching each soul
His blessings shall encourage
God’s love remaining steadfast
At death’s cross, Christ not alone
Darkened, empty tomb proclaims
God’s triumph, faith’s cornerstone
From Psalm 31:14-16: “But I trust in you, O Lord; I say, ‘You are my God.’ My times are in your hand; deliver me from the hand of my enemies and persecutors. Let your face shine upon your servant; save me in your steadfast love.”
God’s
New covenant
Written on hearts
Christ’s blood frees us
Love
Jesus
Teach us
Honesty and boldness
Trusting your faithful answers
Prayer
Hearing
His call
Running to Jesus
Casting away sin’s burdens
Forgiveness
Driving fast down time’s hectic road
Passing new sign’s life-changing mode
Hey busy people, “What’s your rush?”
Best to paint life with brand new brush
Slow self down, before passing by
More to life than hello and bye
Coffee’s better with second cup
Take time to really size life up
Spend precious moments, call your friend
Each minute pays big dividends
Look around, lend others your hand
Playing music on life’s bandstand
Time spent with young children at play
Ageless, feeling younger each day
Neighborhood walk with man’s best friend
Rounding out life’s perfect weekend
Share love with your special someone
Lighting rainbows with rising sun
Cruisin’ along life’s peaceful street
No rush now, enjoying each treat
From Psalm 118:26: “Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord. We bless you from the house of the Lord.”
Rejoice with this new day
God sharing precious love
Blessed Word guides our way
Behold gifts from above
Extend love to others
Family and friends shine
Each sister and brother
Feeling God’s love, divine
Christ sheds blood, out of love
Building faith’s cornerstone
Treasured, caring, proud of
Never feeling alone
Remembering God’s saints
Memories still alive
Cherished thoughts now repaint
Holding tight each archive
Lord is God, brings His light
Giving thanks for His grace
Blessed angels take flight
Precious love shall embrace
From Psalm 118:1: “O give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his steadfast love endures forever!”
God is good and all-powerful, caring for each one of us as though the only one in His care.
From 1 John 4:15-16: “God abides in those who confess that Jesus is the Son of God, and they abide in God. So we have known and believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and those who abide in love abide in God, and God abides in them.”
From Psalm 100:4-5: “Enter His gates with thanksgiving, and His courts with praise. Give thanks to Him, bless His name. For the Lord is good; His steadfast love endures forever, and His faithfulness to all generations.”
Master of creation’s universe
Father’s love, boundless and enduring
Defying mankind’s understanding
Endless waterfall, reassuring
God’s lasting presence covers this earth
Filled with unending mercy and care
Sharing His love, bringing us gladness
Hearing concerns, answering prayers
Our world rotates between night and day
Yet, God never ceases His labors
Cherishing us, sheep in His pasture
Caring and loving us—as neighbors
God’s eternal and lasting love flows
Filling every second with love
His steadfast love shall always prevail
Sharing His love from heaven above
From the words of Christian writer, Corrie ten Boom: “There is no pit so deep that God’s love is not deeper still.”
From Psalm 88:1-2: “O Lord, God of my salvation, when, at night, I cry out in your presence, let my prayer come before you; incline your ear to my cry.”
Cold stillness greets early morning air
Dressed in armor’s extra warm layers
Pre-dawn speaks with inviting brightness
Heavenly Father answers prayers
Heart’s emptiness filled with sorrow’s grief
Walking life’s open road with brisk pace
Precious moments with Father’s goodness
He stands ready at this time and place
Frigid frost slaps rosy cheeks and nose
Step after step, life moving along
Chill penetrates through extra clothing
Heart needs comfort, love from Heaven’s song
Absent clouds replaced with brightest sun
God’s advent warms both body and soul
Speaking with loving mercy and grace
Father softens pain from rocky shoal
Walk’s intensity traded for peace
Warmness and hope, alive and feeding
Life’s burdens lightened with God’s blessings
Sharing much more, His presence leading
From Psalm 25:16-17: “Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted. Relieve the troubles of my heart, and bring me out of my distress.”
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