In this life there are many trials, tribulations, and hardships. Without God at the helm, we find ourselves at a loss for hope and peace that fills us and gives us something to live for. This blog is a place for me to share the hope God gives me despite the circumstances I face and to extend that hope and love to others. May it be an inspiration and blessing to your heart!
Every life is filled with ups and downs. Times that are easy and times that are hard. Moments where strength abounds and when weakness surrounds. Despite the storms that rise and fall, God is constant. His love never fails. His hope endures. His hand always leads. His presence is continuous. Despite how you feel or what you see before you….God is with you!
In Isaiah 41:10, God says:
Fear not for I am with you: be not dismayed for I am your God: I will strengthen you; yea, I will help you; yea, I will uphold you with the right hand of my righteousness (KJV2000).
What a wonderful promise spoken to us from the Lord. Though His direct comment was to Israel, it is applicable to all of His people, then and now. As a believer, you are part of the community of Israel, God’s chosen children.
In your weakness, stand on God’s strength and revel in His promises, knowing that you are His child and He will lead you to paths of peace and righteousness, bringing you ever more into His presence that will enable you to stand through any storm, despite your own weakness.
More scriptures to ponder:
Romans 8:31 What then shall we say in response to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?
Deuteronomy 31:6 Be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or tremble at them, for the LORD your God is the one who goes with you. He will not leave you not forsake you.
Isaiah 41:13 For I am the LORD your God, who upholds your right hand, who says to you, “Do not fear, I will help you.”
Isaiah 40:28-31 Have you not known? Have you not heard, that the everlasting God, the LORD, the Creator of the ends of the earth, faints not, neither is weary? There is no searching of his understanding. He gives power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increases strength. Even the youths shall faint and be weary, and the young men shall utterly fall: but those that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings of eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.
Be blessed by the LORD’s promises and walk His power and strength. All my love ❤
Do not fret because of evildoers or be envious of the wicked, for the evildoer has no future hope, and the lamp of the wicked will be snuffed out. ~ Proverbs 24:19-20
Rise and Fall
The story of life
From one man to nations of men
A barrage of chaos
We rise and fall
Creation has lost its mind
Wars, pain, injustice
Wearing masks
Walking among the dead
Not knowing they exist
Eyes that see not
Hearts numb
Hardened by Satan’s wicked pleasures
We rise and fall
Striving to soar among the Heavens
Awaiting something more
Crushed and hurting
Reaching for hope but losing grip
Holding tight to what is known
Lost in selfishness
Greed filling the flesh
There must be MORE
We rise and fall
Created from dust; to dust we return
Blown where the winds may lead
Mourning greets the day
Weeping fills the night
Fear denying futures
Gnashing of teeth
The battle cry goes forth
Fighting for righteousness in an unrighteous world
We rise and fall
The race must carry on
Light reveals hidden darkness
Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. ~ Ephesians 6:10
As I was cleaning off some of my shelves and storage cabinets, I came across one of my older poetry binders from 2011, and I discovered a trove of poetic treasures and writings about life trials, celebrations, feelings, and circumstances that I have never published. Most of them are so exceedingly relevant to the present and this one is no exception. In this world, so many Christian men and women tend to to settle for less than a Godly centered husband or wife. Having been single for 15 years and just getting remarried a year ago, I realize how difficult it can be to find someone who is centered on prayer, worship, and meditation of God’s word, but I also realize how important it is to be evenly yoked so my expectations remained high.
It is my prayer that every man of God will live out loud their faith, and walk the walk they have committed to heart and mind. In the same way, it is my prayer that every woman of God will wait for the man God has designed for them, and settle for nothing less.
You husbands in the same way, live with your wives in an understanding way,
as with someone weaker, since she is a woman;
and show her honor as a fellow heir of the grace of life,
so that your prayers will not be hindered.
To sum up, all of you be harmonious, sympathetic, brotherly,
kindhearted, and humble in spirit;
not returning evil for evil or insult for insult,
but giving a blessing instead;
for you were called for the very purpose that you might inherit a blessing.
~ 1 Peter 3:7-9
Men of God Arise
Women in search of a true man of God
Standing firm in our beliefs
Accepting nothing less
Wanting for a warrior to stand before us
Men, we want you to love God
To seek Him in all that you do
Getting down on your knees
Lifting hands to the God who sees all
You must seek justice
Love mercy, live in grace
Walk in humility with the One True God
Falling before Him broken and torn
Battles may rage within your heart
Furious wars take place in your mind
You must be the man who breaks those chains
The man who challenges the world to stand
We women want a man who is courageous
Who loves us heart and soul
Who protects his loved ones at all costs
A man who refuses to let us fall
Men, you were made for so much more
Not meant to sit on the sidelines
But to passionately seek the Lord
Men of God arise, the world needs you
OUR HOPE LIES IN THE RESURRECTED KING JESUS.
JESUS CAN BRING DEAD THINGS BACK TO LIFE.
JESUS CAN MAKE THE IMPOSSIBLE POSSIBLE.
JESUS CAN MAKE A WAY WHERE THERE IS NO WAY.
JESUS CAN BRING PEACE OUT OF CHAOS.
JESUS CAN TURN OUR MOURNING INTO DANCING.
JESUS CAN TURN OUR SORROW INTO JOY.
JESUS CAN SOFTEN HARDENED HEARTS.
JESUS CAN MEET EVERY NEED.
JESUS CAN MOVE EVERY MOUNTAIN.
JESUS CAN HEAL EVERY HEART.
JESUS IS THE HOPE WE HAVE AS AN ANCHOR
FOR OUR SOUL, BOTH FIRM AND SECURE!
I wait on the Lord, my soul waits and in his word I hope. ~ Psalm 130:5
Day by Day
There is joy and there is pain
Yet love always remains
There are highs and there are lows
Still comfort he will bestow
Just when you feel lost
There is a hand to guide you through
There is an end to the long road
You do not traverse it alone
Day by day the journey continues
There is rest in the fortress of God
There is hope in the Lord
Though life has its ups and downs, there is always hope in the Lord. Know that no matter what you are facing, no matter the mountains you must climb, no matter the pain you are feeling, no matter the darkness of life…it will end! Every season has its end. Though trials and tribulations will come, there is always hope in the Lord. Don’t give up. Don’t settle. Don’t surrender. Stand strong in the Lord and he shall direct your paths. He will bring victory–even when you don’t believe it. He will bring blessings–even when you don’t see them. He will bring good–even when it seems hopeless. May the peace, strength and courage of the Lord hold you through the storm and may the joy, hope and comfort of the Lord light your path. All my ❤
“But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you,bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.If someone slaps you on one cheek, turn to them the other also. If someone takes your coat, do not withhold your shirt from them.Give to everyone who asks you, and if anyone takes what belongs to you, do not demand it back.Do to others as you would have them do to you.”
New Year equals new opportunities, new outlook, and new chances! I love the beginning of a new year as it provides a chance to start over with a clean slate and positive outlook!! Just as each day provides a clean slate, so too does each new year. This year…expect the best, prepare for the worst, love boldly, laugh out loud, cry deeply, hope eternally, and live fully!! You never know when your life or the life of a loved one will be taken for none of us are ever promised tomorrow! Each breath is a gift! Don’t waste this year spending your life in anger, envy, strife, conflict, blame, guilt, shame, anxiety, or bitterness for they take away the joy and beauty of each day and take a physical, spiritual, mental, and emotional toll on the quality of your life.
1. If you are angry, pray for peace and surrender to the Lord your anger.
2. If you are envious, try being thankful for what you DO have, for many others have much less than you.
3. If you are in strife or conflict with someone, apologize and make things right….even if you aren’t the one who made things wrong (after all God forgives and makes things right with you everyday, even when He was not the one who sinned or made things wrong!–just saying’).
4. If you are spending time blaming others for where you are and who you have become, decide to take responsibility for yourself and the direction of your life for only you have the power to change it!!
5. If you are stuck in a life filled with guilt and shame, pray, seek counsel, change your ways, and surrender it to God– it was Christ’s sacrifice that has covered ALL your guilt and shame with love, mercy, and grace at the cross!
6. If you are filled with anxiety about whatever you are facing, be it finances, family struggles, employment, death, health, or anything else out of your control….rest in the arms of God. Cast all your cares on Him for He cares for you (more than you may ever know!!).
7. If you hold bitterness towards someone who has wronged you…let it go!!
It doesn’t hurt the other person, but it destroys you from the inside out! Forgive and find strength in God to show mercy and grace, just as he has so freely given it to you.
Strive to make this year a GOD centered year, instead of a ME centered year and look forward to all the blessings that will flow forth! When your focus is love and peace, the world and everyone in it are so much better off….and so are YOU!
In this life there are many trials, tribulations, and hardships. Without God at the helm, we find ourselves at a loss for hope and peace that fills us and gives us something to live for. This blog is a place for me to share the hope God gives me despite the circumstances I face and to extend that hope and love to others. May it be an inspiration and blessing to your heart!
Journey with God 