A little bit of “Daily Light” Makes the pathway clear, A little of His Word each day, Helps remove the fear. I’m thankful for His “Daily Light” Which brings such peace of mind, It never ceases to encourage me As great treasures therein I find. This “Daily Light” will guide me While through this life I go, T’will be my constant … [Read more...]
My Bible
I give thanks for my Bible, The precious Word of God. It saves and keeps and satisfies Along the path I trod. This Book has been my Companion, Oh, the times it has comforted me. It has encouraged my heart, And made me glad, And from sin has set me free. Of all the books that I have read, My Bible alone stands tall, Though books I'll have until I … [Read more...]
Before I Read The Word of God
Before I read the Word of God There are some things I ask– I pray for His enlightenment, That I may in His wisdom bask. I also ask for His direction To keep me in His will– For I know I’m prone to wander And rush rather than be still. Next I seek a commandment, God’s personal word to me– A challenge or a conviction To flee … [Read more...]
Faith Always Leaves a Trail of Progress
(Rom. 4:12; Heb. 11:6) Faith always leaves a trail of progress No matter where it goes, It delights in doing the impossible, Despite what threats oppose. Thank God for men like Abraham, Who quickly answered His call. Willing to give the darling of his heart- What a testimony to us all. Where are faith’s trail blazers today? Have we forgotten … [Read more...]
Living In God’s Presence
Philippians 4:1-19 The Lord is at hand, we must be careful, Give thanks, rejoice and pray. For His presence requires our steadfastness, His Word we must always obey. In everything by prayer and supplication Our requests are to be known to God, His peace which passes all understanding Will be ours on the path we trod. We are to think on things … [Read more...]
Ministers Are Earthen Vessels
2 Corinthians 3-4 Spiritual treasures in earthen vessels God’s plan to spread His Word, Able ministers with plainness of speech Proclaiming Christ to those who haven’t heard. His mercy we have for this ministry So that we faint not in the task. Our sufficiency is all of God If only we pray and ask. Our message is Christ Jesus the … [Read more...]
What God Says About The Pastor!
The pastor is a minister, a creation of His power, Made to perform His bidding, to do His work each hour. (Ephesians 3:7) He is a man like others, with frailties and frights, But is sent by God to witness of Christ the glorious Light. (John 1:6-8) He is God’s gift to the church to lead them in paths of right, He’s to be honored and respected … [Read more...]
Jesus and Zachaeus
Luke 19:1-10 What a day in Jericho when Jesus passed though town, The crowds pressed to see that One who had become renown. But there was a little fellow, Zachaeus was his name, Too short to see the Savior, he climbed a tree and overcame. What a shock when Jesus stopped, and saw him in that tree, He said, “Zachaeus,” you come down for I must … [Read more...]
He Is Risen – It’s All Right!
Mark 16:6: And he saith unto them, be not affrighted: ye seek Jesus of Nazareth, which was crucified: he is risen; he is not here: behold the place where they laid him. I love to hear the story How up from the grave He arose, And the moving of the stone Could not be explained by His foes. I love to hear the story How the women came that … [Read more...]
The Kindness of God
Lord, thank you for your kindness, In choosing me by grace, For showing me your mercy Wrapped in your holy embrace. Your kindness has covered my sin, Amazing though it be, I can hardly comprehend That you would save one such as me. Your kindness follows me faithfully, Reminding me of your care. Showering me with heavenly blessings Lightening the … [Read more...]