“We must never measure our spiritual capacity on the basis of education or our intellect; our capacity in spiritual things is measured on the basis of the promises of God” (Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest). Fill my cup, Lord Fill me up So that I pour out All Your devout Promises to Your … Continue reading A Servant Warrior: A Poem
Temptation. What do you think of when you hear the word? Oh I believe we are surrounded by spiritual warfare. When I hear the word temptation, my mind goes to big-time sin, ones I am not tempted to commit. But what about the tiny pulls of flesh on Spirit? Worldly values can steal even one … Continue reading Temptations, Big and Small
Broken sleep Crazy dreams In a far away world Where teams Of beautiful Translucent Angels sing Such joy they bring To a restless soul Who hungers and wonders If she can ever get it right Why life is always such a fight But below and above A halo of love A presence Are angels closer … Continue reading Restless Sleep: A Poem
And God said, “Let there be a vault between the waters to separate water from water. So God made the vault and separated water under the vault from the water above it. And it was so. God called the vault ‘sky’. And there was evening, and there was morning-the second day (Genesis 1:6-8). When Heaven … Continue reading Praise His Sky: A Poem
Finally, the day when schedules and the weather were clear! Feeding the ducks is one of my favorite things to do located on a lake with peaceful surroundings. Anticipation stirred my soul awake. “It’s going to be weird going there today. Usually we get bundled because it’s cold.” Braedon, though perhaps not as outwardly expectant … Continue reading Humbling Amidst the Ducks
Limbs once bare Firm in crisp air Now warmly splayed A beautiful aroma emanates Sweet fragrance of new A soft entry into An open celebration A ceremonial rising An array of color sends hope Tucked in Heaven's envelope To those blind Trapped in their mind By the black of vicious night Oh, Lord, lift the … Continue reading Spring by Faith: A Poem
The eyes of all look to You, and You give them their food at the proper time. You open Your hand and satisfy the desires of every living thing (Psalm 145:15-16). Pride the prince Struts in making others wince Tall and wide Pride leaves little room for those on the other side The smaller yet … Continue reading Oh, Pride: A Poem
Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. Do everything in love. (1 Corinthians 16:13-14) A warrior she is So full of grace The warmth of the sun in her face A warrior she is So incredibly strong Knees down, head bowed all the day long A warrior she is … Continue reading A Warrior She Is: A Poem
I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself for me (Galatians 2:20). Against a darkening sky Births brand new buds Opening their lives As … Continue reading Life Springs: A Poem
Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, 'He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust' (Psalm 91:1-2) The vulture circles Razor sharp beak Beady eyes of black Hunting Breathing Curling Little Hairs On My … Continue reading Truth Unchanged: A Poem
