... remember God is still on the throne and He is still in control. Instead of worrying about your problem, just give it to God and He is faithful to handle any situation. Hebrews 13: 5-6," Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself ... I had built myself was made of foolish pride. It fell apart and left me bare, with nowhere else to hide. I had no strength or faith to face the trials that lay ahead, And so I simply prayed to Him and bowed my weary head. His loving arms enveloped me, and then He ... up the gates of joy and flooded me with peace. I saw His face now clearer still, I felt His presence strong, I found anew His faithfulness, He never did me wrong. Now I know more storms will come, but only for my good, For pain and tears have helped me grow as ...

... , lovingly tend. So I'll start right there, And see what comes after. A small door creaks open, As I begin a new chapter. I seem to be learning, And I want to learn more. When I'm faithful in little, God opens new doors. In hindsight it seems, Though I know it sounds strange, God's will for my life, Was all nicely arranged. Though it's not how I planned it, Not my personal preference, As ... , more will be known, When our response is a yes The chore may seem small But we must still do our best" You've been faithful in little, Some more will be supplied. Like precious silver refined, So is faithfulness tried" God's will for our lives, May seem hidden and cold. But, learn to say yes, And watch His story unfold.-Glenn A. Hascall-[ by: Glenn A. Hascall Copyright 2003 (cmi @ ...

... to rock my ship, I found I had no hold. The ship that I had built myself was made of foolish pride. It fell apart and left me bare, with nowhere else to hide. I had no strength or faith to face the trials that lay ahead, And so I simply spoke His name and bowed my weary head. His loving arms enveloped me, and then He helped me stand. He said," You still must face this storm, ... said," Be still !" He made the storm clouds cease. He opened up the gates of joy and flooded me with peace. I saw His face now clearer still, I felt His presence strong, I found anew His faithfulness, He never did me wrong. And now I know more storms will come, but only for my good, For pain and tears have helped me grow as nothing ever could. I still have so much more to learn as Jesus ...

... Storms Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. James 1: 2-4 NIV I did not know His love before, the way I know it now. I could not see my need for Him, my pride would not allow. I had it all, without a ... said," Be still !" He made the storm clouds cease. He opened up the gates of joy and flooded me with peace. I saw His face now clearer still, I felt His presence strong, I found anew His faithfulness, He never did me wrong. And now I know more storms will come, but only for my good, For pain and tears have helped me grow as nothing ever could. I still have so much more to learn as Jesus ...

... the enemy; The wicked one will tremble and leave, We will still be standing and free. Wear the breastplate of righteousness, Keep this on and wear it in place; It turns away every attack the devil makes, Be faithful to God and win this race. Let your feet be prepared for this battle, There's a great need for the Gospel of Peace; Be bold and stand for what is right, Keep pressing on 'til this battle shall cease. Take ... shield of faith and be strong, Quench all fiery darts of the wicked one; Use each piece of the whole Armor of God, Stop every arrow aimed 'til Victory you've won. Take the helmet of Salvation and wear it, Take the Sword of the Spirit~the Bible; It is the Word of God to feed our soul, Be alert, watch and pray~don't be idle. A new Child of God needs love and patience, As a newborn baby ...

... God With Faith, I trust and obey I'll just keep walking on And continue to humbly pray. Trials and burdens test me Blue skies often turn to gray God gives strength to endure So I'll trust and humbly pray. God is faithful and true Troubles at His feet I lay He will see me on through If I'm faithful to humbly pray. I must pray without ceasing Living for God is the only way I may not always understand Even though I humbly pray.~ ... Pray Without Ceasing I'm tested and tried For my Faith every day I cannot always understand Even though I humbly pray. Tests of pain with suffering So often come in my way Temptations to sin allure me Even though I humbly pray. It's an honor to serve God With Faith, I trust and obey I'll just keep walking on And continue to humbly pray. Trials and burdens test me Blue skies often turn to gray God gives strength to endure So I'll trust and humbly ...

... Faithful Is He who has promised? Are you passing through a testing? Is your pillow wet with tears? Do you wonder what the reason. Why it seems God never hears? Why it is you have no answer To your oft-repeated plea. As you wait on bended knee? Do you wonder as you suffer. Whether God does understand. And if so, why He ignores you, Fails to hold you in His hand? Do black doubts creep in, ... , and fears within, Till your brave heart almost falters And gives way to deadly sin? All God's testing has a purpose. Some day you will see the light, All He asks is that you trust Him, Walk by faith and not by sight, Do not fear when doubts beset you, Just remember-He is near; He will never, never leave you, He will always, always hear. Faithful is He who has promised, He will never ...

... dropped in, one-by-one. When she added true faithfulness and love, she thought all her hard work was done. Suddenly weeds appeared in the garden, just when her seeds began to sprout, so she carefully wielded the tool of faith and dug the harmful weeds out. Then she nurtured and watered the seedlings with the thirst-quenching Word of God. She staked her young plants with hand-woven cords as they struggled to break through the sod. Just as her Lord had promised that ... quickly planted some seeds of kindness next to her rows of sweet peace; then gentleness and goodness side-by-side, she planted down on her knees. Slow-growing patience, self-control and joy were all dropped in, one-by-one. When she added true faithfulness and love, she thought all her hard work was done. Suddenly weeds appeared in the garden, just when her seeds began to sprout, so she carefully wielded the tool of faith and dug the harmful weeds out. Then she nurtured ...

... wander and lose my way; I don't always listen to good advice and when I'm stubborn, I begin to stray. I might easily throw up my hands in frustration, because I think that I will fail; But God is faithful; In Him, I shall prevail. I will still believe, even though I have struggles that at times seem too great to bear; I will bow down and cast upon God my every care. I have a God, who ... I Shall Prevail Even though I stuggle and have had enough setbacks to cause me to shed a tear; And even though I face challenges so great, that they cause me to tremble with fear. At times, I lose faith, and struggle with doubts that cause me to believe that I'll fail; God reminds me of His love; In Him, I shall prevail. I sometimes make poor choices, and do things that cause me to wander and lose my ...

... Artist Unknown The Anchor Holds Are you in the midst of a storm in your life right now? Hang on! I've been there, believe me. The only thing that remains constant, the only true Faithful One, is Jesus Christ. He never fails! God bless you as always." This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, a hope both sure and steadfast and one which enters within the veil, where Jesus has entered as a forerunner ... us, having become a high priest forever according to the order of Melchizedek. Hebrews 6: 19-20" I have journeyed Through the long, dark night Out on the open sea By faith alone Sight unknown And yet His eyes were watching me Chorus The anchor holds Though the ship is battered The anchor holds Though the sails are torn I have fallen on my knees As I faced the raging seas The anchor holds In spite of the storm I've had visions I've had dreams I've ...

... Savior, and make up His suffering still. Would we give God what costs us naught; and hope He would be blessed; Or will we walk the miles with Him, and trust Him with the rest? Will we be faithful to the end no matter what the cost; Or will we sit and grumble and then we ’ ll suffer loss?~Joyce Guy~[ by: Joyce Guy (Joy Of Art Shop)-Copyright 2005 (jguy453 @bellsouth.net ... Joy Through Persecution When times get really tough and tight like Jonah in the whale, Or Daniel in the Lion ’ s den, our faith may sag and flail When Paul was on his journey to teach and spread God ’ s Word, He usually spent some time in jail everywhere he was heard The hardships that he suffered were many ‘ ere he was done, Five times the Jews beat him, giving 40 lashes, minus one Three times more he was beaten ...

... for each of us, Some day .we will take our Heavenly flight. It should be a pleasure and our mission, To do only what is pleasing in His sight; Even when trials come~we'll reach completion, If we're faithful as we climb the mountain's height. Each day is ours to make a choice, Let's seek God's will with all our might; With faith bright and strong .we can rejoice, If we're not as a flickering candle in the night. ... with flickering light. God loves and cares for all mankind, His love .our hearts should excite; We will brightly shine for Jesus~or~faintly shine, As one lone candle in the night. We must never let our faith grow weak for Jesus, But always keep His Armor shining bright; The time will come for each of us, Some day .we will take our Heavenly flight. It should be a pleasure and our mission, To do only what is ...

... to rock my ship, I found I had no hold. The ship that I had built myself Was made of foolish pride. It fell apart and left me bare, With nowhere else to hide. I had no strength or faith to face The trials that lay ahead, And so I simply spoke His name, And bowed my weary head. His loving arms enveloped me, And then He helped me stand. He said," You still must face this storm ... ," Be still !" He made the storm clouds cease. He opened up the gates of joy, And flooded me with peace. I saw His face now clearer still, I felt His presence strong, I found anew His faithfulness, He never did me wrong. And now I know more storms will come, But only for my good. For pain and tears have helped me grow, As nothing ever could. I still have so much more to learn, ...

... A Match Made in Heaven Here's a tale that should be told of what faith and love can do, And what miracles are wrought when the faithful" pray on through" How a guy with a future loves a girl with a past, And his friends all warn him it'll never last. For that girl craves the night-life and she loves all the men, So she'll break his heart. it's just a matter of when. But the guy with a future has ... A Match Made in Heaven Here's a tale that should be told of what faith and love can do, And what miracles are wrought when the faithful" pray on through" How a guy with a future loves a girl with a past, And his friends all warn him it'll never last. For that girl craves the night-life and she loves all the men, So she'll break his heart. it's just a matter of when. But the guy with a future has ...

... spiritual being. After this body is dead, my spirit will soar. I refuse to let what will rot rule the eternal. I choose self-control. I will be drunk only by joy. I will be impassioned only by my faith. I will be influenced only by God. I will be taught only by Christ. LOVE, JOY, PEACE, PATIENCE, KINDNESS, GOODNESS, FAITHFULNESS, GENTLENESS, AND SELF-CONTROL. To these I commit my day. If I ... has treated me. I CHOOSE GOODNESS. I will go without a dollar before I take a dishonest one. I will be overlooked before I will boast. I will confess before I will accuse. I choose goodness. I CHOOSE FAITHFULNESS. Today I will keep my promises. My debtors will not regret their trust. My associates will not question my word. My wife will not question my love. And my children will never fear that their father will not come home ...

... . Never will acts of hatred overpower those of Love, for if they do, I shall not have-my sword, my weapon-the Dove. May the Sword of the Dove reach every hand, spreading its love, faith, comfort, hope and light to all who loved, lost and wept. In Memory of September 11, 2001. [by Ellen M. DuBois Copyright 2003-submitted by: Ellen M. DuBois] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights ... children, husbands, wives. Never will I fear those who cast their evil on our land, nor will I tremble in their presence-as my spirit takes a stand. Never wavering in their midst I raise my sword of faith-the Dove, who battles not with weapons-but with the power of Love. Never will the moment when the world cried a storm of tears, leave my heart, my soul my spirit-it's forever planted there. Never will that ...

... promises while healing His land, Be obedient, for God knows best, Reach out for Heavens ’ treasure chest, Keep on worshipping at the Lord ’ s feet, Praying for the salvation of the sinners you meet, Just be faithful, honest and true, His Grace and Mercy will see you through.~Pam Robinson~[ by: Pam Robinson Copyright 2004 (pamev @blueyonder.co.uk)-submitted by: Pam Robinson] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... hoping, You must be ready and do not fail, The Lord will show you what this will entail, Let the Lord help you to clean out the dross, So that you can show sinners the way of the cross, Faith, hope and love will go hand in hand, Keeping God ’ s promises while healing His land, Be obedient, for God knows best, Reach out for Heavens ’ treasure chest, Keep on worshipping at the Lord ’ s feet ...

... face Remind me it's because I stepped out of my place You are my Healer and time is Your key Someday soon there will be a miracle in me Waiting on You God, is a step of faith and hope But knowing You're faithful is just how I cope This illness can't last forever, so in You I rest Trusting always in the One who knows best [Author unknown-from Denial] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... stumble and fall right on my face Remind me it's because I stepped out of my place You are my Healer and time is Your key Someday soon there will be a miracle in me Waiting on You God, is a step of faith and hope But knowing You're faithful is just how I cope This illness can't last forever, so in You I rest Trusting always in the One who knows best [Author unknown-from Denial] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... and share Enjoy the gifts he gives And if trouble should stir Remember that he lives He's coming soon for you No matter what may come Never give up your faith in him The race has now been run The prize goes to the faithful The loving and true No matter what they say He's coming back for you [by Wanda Klotz-from 'Themestream '] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... begun It's time to trust in Jesus Live and have some fun Also love and share Enjoy the gifts he gives And if trouble should stir Remember that he lives He's coming soon for you No matter what may come Never give up your faith in him The race has now been run The prize goes to the faithful The loving and true No matter what they say He's coming back for you [by Wanda Klotz-from 'Themestream '] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... Will You Have Faith? How strong is your faith? Does it waver each day? Or does it grow stronger, each step of the way? Jesus said," All things are possible, if you just believe" My friend, that's faith, and power you'll receive! Cast your nets into the deep, believe on Him today. Your faith can move mountains! Just turn to Him and pray!" Have faith in God ," said Jesus," Study His Word each day" Your faith will grow in leaps and bounds, if you let God have His way! Trust in Him to lead you, as you go down life's trail. Have faith that He will guide you. Our God will NEVER fail! Oh, faith, triumphant faith, how great it is to know. What we need is triumphant faith. It will help us grow! [by Dot Wilson-from 'Themestream '] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net ...

... The Laugh Of Faith The laugh of faith is: victory while yet in the midst of the storm, while battles grow fierce, and sharp arrows pierce, attempting much spiritual harm. The laugh of faith is: joy during times of suffering and loss; it is knowing the Savior looks only with favor, as you struggle, yet carry your cross. The laugh of faith is: peace when the waves flow o'er the boat, and demons of hell prevent you to bail, and you know for a fact you can't float. The laugh of faith is: love when unlovely people assail, when, through no fault of your own, you stand alone, and companions forsake you to fail. The laugh of faith is: long suffering when the trials seem never to end; you are at the end of your rope with no reason to hope, forsaken by even your friends. The laugh of faith is: gentleness with those ...

... Faith Real Faith is like a blanket, That keeps you cozy and warm. While we trust in our Savior, In a raging storm. Faith is the assurance, Of the fullness of life. Of the loyalty of our heavenly Father, To rescue us from daily strife. Faith is BELIEVING, In God's eternal Word. And as we rest in His Truth, Our prayers will never go unheard. Faith is total reliance, On Jesus, the King of Kings, He is steadfast and our safe haven. He is Life's only MainSpring! Faith is complete honesty, Confession is good for the soul. And when we admit wrong doing, We're on the way to becoming whole. Faith is holy reverence, To the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. The enduring" Three-In-One" In whom our lives we commit. Without faith we are the losers, That's when our enemies win. Put on the crown of Faith, And ...

... Faith Without Works Believe and be saved the minister said, Believe and be saved and rise from the dead. Through grace ye are saved from sin and from hell, So simply believe and all will be well. The preacher continued and read from the book, How all can reach heaven, both angel and crook. When all had been said and the church recessed; With money collected and everyone blessed; The preacher retired to his spacious new home, In his humble Mercedes with everything chrome. He sat in his study, his thoughts running deep, He dozed for a moment, and died in his sleep. He ran to Saint Peter and wearing a grin, Said" I believe in the Savior, so please let me in"" Oh no, not another ," said Peter with a sigh," Satan's sure working, the tolls running high" The preacher looked puzzled, then saw in a flash, The plan of ...

... A Simple Faith The ravages of pain and sorrow, life's burdens, toils and cares Have me questioning my God, at my firmest belief tears Are you really there I wonder, you don't seem to be, Is my God a myth? Does he really look out for me? To trust or not I do not know I've tried so hard to do, All that you've taught, just surrender, let it all belong to you. Infinite silence I hear in reply He's got me so confused Am I to stand and patiently watch-hopes shatter, plans diffuse? What is the answer my soul pleads, I can't bear this any more Oh Lord I just can't seem to find the key to each closed door. Silence again, I bow my head, get down on bended knees Perhaps I've sinned sometime, Oh Lord, reveal it please At last upon my Creators face I clearly see a smile He says you should have asked ...

... God Will See You Through When trials come as they so often will, When the road of life seems all uphill; Pause for a moment and be still, Keep your Faith strong and hold on! Someone you meet may be troubled today, The blue skies in their life may be gray; Pause for a moment and silently pray, Keep your Faith strong and hold on! Don't be discouraged if burdens come to you, Seems everyone has them in what we do; It may be difficult, but God will see you through, Keep your Faith strong and hold on! Trials may come to you day or night, Your walk in life may not be bright; Focus your eyes on Jesus .He is the Light, Keep your Faith strong and hold on! Just keep holding on and don't give up, Don't allow your mind to become corrupt; There may be a bitter (or) better cup, Keep your Faith strong ...

... I Wish You Jesus This shiny bright new year I wish you Faith~Faith that this world cannot dampen or cool, Faith in your dreams when the facts overrule, Faith in the Word, though some folks call you fool, I wish you Faith for this coming new year. This shiny bright new year I wish you Peace~Peace that the world's cares cannot nullify, Peace that is unswayed though all goes awry, Peace that this world cannot beg, steal or buy, I wish you Peace for this coming new year. This shiny bright new year I wish you Joy~Joy that is untouched by earth's trials and fears, Joy that is constant when sorrow appears, Joy that is able to smile through its tears, I wish you Joy for this coming new year. This shiny bright new year I wish you Love~Love that is steadfast, a love to abide, Love that's a refuge in which you can hide ...

... Just A Seed Of Faith Matthew 17: 20 Do you have some rocky mountain in your life you can ’ t surmount? Are there bends along your path you fear to turn? Are the worries that torment you far too numerous to count? For solutions to your problems do you yearn? Oh, you wake up in the morning with your head all in a spin, Thinking only of the projects of the day. But your mind is in a tizzy. Oh, where should you begin? You just wish that all the world would go away! In your heart you know God ’ s able, your problems to dissolve, But the devil ’ s filled your head all up with doubt. Yes, your path ’ s so steep and rocky that your fears you can ’ t resolve, And the faith you have is just a mustard sprout. With God nothing is impossible; so use your seed of faith: He ...

... Seeds of Faith The fields are all empty Barren and dry Without any fruit Crops have withered and died The soil so thirsty It ’ s land now hungry too Without proper nutrients It produces no food You ’ ve got to turn up the heat In the midst of the drought Plant seeds of faith So they can sprout You reap what you sow Of that there ’ s no doubt So plant seeds of faith So they can sprout When the fields appear empty Don ’ t give up in despair Irrigate the crops With your tears in prayer When famine threatens Just call on Christ He ’ ll feed the hungry He ’ s the bread of life You ’ ve got to turn up the heat In the midst of the drought Plant seeds of faith So they can sprout You reap what you sow Of that there ’ s no doubt So plant seeds of faith So they can sprout-Kathleen Shelton-[ by: Kathleen Shelton Copyright 2004 (KathleenPoulson @ ...

... My Faith I would like to talk with you, About a battle I'm going through. I don't blame anyone one but me, My faith is weak, you see. The reason my faith is so weak, I don't attend church every week. As for reading my bible everyday, I don't, I'm ashamed to say. Many times trials come my way, It seems like most everyday. I don't pray as the bible tells us, So I have no right to go and fuss. The good news I can tell you now, To the Lord I will humbly bow. His arms will be reaching for me, And His love, I will plainly see. If I continue living in His love, Soon I will be in Heaven above. This is a day I'm longing to see, Through eternity, with Jesus I'll be. Even though now my faith is weak, It may be strong come next week. By ...

... God's Family Faith? Faith in what I cannot see! Faith in my invisible Lord? Yes, Faith in His great promises, When we are in one accord! When I hear His still, small voice, Speaking quietly from within, I listen with all my heart, And He will keep me far from sin. He loves everything He created, And He created everything: He made man in His own image, This holy. righteous King. He trusts all who love Him, And when we knock upon His door, He is always waiting and ready, To bless us even more. Like any good father, He wants what's best for us: He has a plan that may take time, We can't be impatient and fuss. For when we finally look back, And see the rivers we have crossed, We will know beyond any doubt, We were never really lost. That is what real faith is about, ...

... Our Faith Our faith in God is easy when the Waters 'round are stilled, When the voyage undertaken finds Our dreams and hopes fulfilled. But holding on to God is hard When wrestling with our doubt, And when the storms are fiercest, And our boat is tossed about. It's then our faith is shaken, When the Master's sound asleep, Not knowing we are sinking, and The waters 'round are deep. We wonder then how He, Who's Lord Of all the land and sea, Could seem to be so unaware Of our catastrophe. It's when our faith seems weakest, God will calm the sea and soul And when we are most broken that He'll touch, and make us whole. [Author Unknown-from inspirational_msgs @yahoo.com] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... Through The Eyes Of Faith Through The Eyes Of Faith They lived in an old house at the end of the lane And it seemed to me they lived in vain, For they were old and alone, the children all gone, And I thought that life had done them wrong, With not much to look forward to at days end, Except for a visit from a friend. But friends were few and far between And many nights passed without one seen. So, I made it my business, tho ’ just a lad To become the best friend they ever had. At the end of each day, when chores were done, I walked down the lane at set of sun. It became a trip I looked forward to For I always learned something new About the way they lived their life, Relying on God in trouble and strife. As the years rolled by and I grew to a man, I realized that God had ...

... Faith Of A Child The father, a well digger, strong was he, And as loving and kind as a father could be. And Mary his daughter, Just five years old, Was much dearer than millions in gold. To Mary her father was big, grand and nice, So each had a treasure, beyond any price. One day to the well, little Mary was sent, To take daddy his lunch, so gladly she went. But when she looked down, not a thing could she see. The well, like a pocket, was dark as could be. The father saw Mary and heard her voice too, But made not a sound, just to see what she'd do. She dropped to her knees, the dear little soul, And called down," Oh, Daddy, are you down in this hole ?"" Why, yes Mary darling, I'm here at your feet, Just drop my ...

... Drought: Growing A Different Crop Dust clings tenaciously to nothing The roots of plants reach deep in vain Lips are parched-in need of liquid As, in desperation, we watch for rain Faith clings steadfast to little The roots of hope reach deep once more Hearts are parched-in need of revival As we seek God's face like times before The hope of rain may disappoint The crops may refuse to yield Our faith may go though testing Our heart's a dry and dusty field We CAN grow in the desert We CAN sing songs of praise The God of harvest hasn't left us He chose a different crop to raise Are we willing, fertile soil? Are we ready for the seed? He may leave our hearts unplanted Until we recognize our need And in the end, perhaps we'll say As hope springs forth new trust If blessings seem a long way off" We have faith in the God of dust" For when nourished with Living Water In ...

... King of Kings and Lord of Lords were just two of the names given to Him by many who believed that He was! For the true Son of God, the Christ came to deliver us all and He showed us the love that He did and still does! He died for us for God did allow Oh how grateful we all are now All this Love He now leaves us For this blessed hope in Jesus To abide in His ways for sure To believe in faith that ’ s pure To sacrifice His Life for all Was the greatest gift of all On this very truth and fact Only with faith can you act Faith in Him as Holy Lord With the Bible as your sword His death on the cross is a key For every man ’ s life in eternity He gave so much and healed all His work on the cross was a call A call to each and everyone here To see the love he had so dear Love one another as ...

... boat drifting too far out at sea, are you in your life where you want to be You will need a shelter in the time of storm, to keep you protected from all harm Listen to the captain when He talks to you He'll keep you safe, He'll guide you too He can show you much about this life Trust Him to keep you from sin and strife When you're where you're supposed to be, toss your anchor out into the sea Hold fast your faith and trust in Jesus He's the one that will never leave us If you drift too far and began to fear always remember that Jesus is near The diciples were about to perish at sea That's where Jesus wanted them to be He wanted to teach dependance on Him He's still with them when their faith is dim Faith is your anchor that holds you fast. He's the solid Rock that will always last~Mary Eldridge~My Poem Site:" My Witness For God" [ ...

... " Our times are in His hands" Each day we walk the sands of time, And leave our footprints behind, Each day we go forward and cannot recall, Sands in the hourglass only thoughts of the mind. Each footprint is different and no two are alike, As each walk in different paths along life's way, But all God's children must walk the straight and narrow road, In the steps of our Savior each new day. We must press forward in faith and not turn back, As we look forward to life's goals, And in our hearts we must hide His Word, As we seek his ways and promises to behold. The sands of time move swiftly, Through the dawning of each day's door, One day when the last grain of sand shall fall, Footsteps of faith shall lead to heaven's shores." For we walk by faith, not by sight" 2 Corinthians 5: 7 NKJV [by: Jo Ann ...

... tending, by the prayers that you pray, God will send some rain and sunshine your way. Keep the soil soft by the words that you speak, the results that you get will be so sweet. Be watchful for weeds, for they will surely come, better get rid of them, before you're over-run. The weeds are trials and tests that we face, but we can go through with God's mercy and grace. The Seed will grow and thrive on faith in the Word, you can read and meditate, and speak what you have heard. You will be surprised at what faith will do, that's what please's Jesus, He'll take good care of you. Faith will make a seed become what it's meant to be, just keep on believing, and you will soon see. We have many gifts and treasures, stored inside our hearts, that's why we need the Seed, 'cause that's how it starts. Put your trust ...

... forgave my sins, I know You did that for me Lord, for I remember when. You've been my Lord for many years, and I love You so much, I yearn to get so near to You that I can feel Your touch. I've had days and weeks to pass on by I didn't feel You near. I learned a long time ago to trust You without fear. Feelings can be deceiving-they will carry you up and down, but faith is still believing even if you frown. With faith we can do anything that we believe Him for, So trust Him with your need and watch your faith soar. He is a God of miracles, just look all around and see, He made the world we're living in, even you and me. When troubles come and times are hard, just cast them at His feet, There is nothing too hard for Him that He can't possibly meet. Don't pout and ...

... and deed. He'll be there to help me and supply my every need. Life is so much different than it was before. Jesus gives me peace and comfort and oh so much more. I wish I would have known Him much earlier in my years. It means so much for Him to vanish all of my fears. When problems arise that I can't handle, I just go to Him in prayer, and rest assured that He was with me there. Faith is what pleases Him when we kneel to pray. We won't get an answer any other way. Without faith it is impossible to please Him as we go to Him in Prayer. When we use our faith and trust in Him He will always meet us there. That's why I love Him and honor His dear name. He never changes, He's always the same. He's so awesome in His power, and precious is His Word. The Bible tells us about Jesus ...

... Was Broken Not long ago, my relationship with the Lord was as awesome as it could be. I trusted in Him, and I told Him a number of times that" He" can trust" me" My time in prayer with the Lord was something that I never thought I'd experience. It was personal and intimate, and most certainly, I felt His presence. Then there came a time that my world came tumbling down. When this happened, my faith decreased, and my face froze in a frown. The job that God told me I would have, I got. But then a week later, it was taken away, and I was so distraught. I couldn't even bare to talk about what happened. it hurt way too bad. Even when people tried to encourage me in the Lord, in my heart, I was still just as sad. I got to wondering if God really did speak to me like ...

... Giving God A Try You may feel like quitting, When sin stares you in the eye, But instead of giving up, You should give God a try, You may have many questions, When Satan gives a shock, You can find the answers, By giving God a knock, You may not understand, Why life is never fair, The explanation lies, In just a little prayer, All it takes is faith, And faith is never shy, All it takes is faith, And giving God a try. [Author Unknown-from zt4christ @aol.com] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... The Faith Legacy She was up before dawn Reading candlelit page Oft times she was cold As a prayer battle raged Her youngest boy, Gene Observed his dear mother Rising alone in the dark For one reason and no other. A spiritual-war-ravaged Bible Lay spread on the table Hiding God ’ s Word in her heart As long as she was able She never once asked For her boy to adhere To her morning ritual No punishment-no fear But the boy is now 70 And each day before dawn He is filling his mind As he has for so long Treating God ’ s Word as precious In the quiet of the day Meeting God in prayer With so much to say Like grandma in times past And like Dad just this morn I too search God ’ s Word Since the day I was re-born I ’ m a recipient it seems Of a wondrous faith legacy And I ’ ll be a willing example So, hopefully, my children see And perhaps ...

... Faith Of A Hummingbird There once was this hummingbird, who when to his nest did fly, found there was nothing left of it, and angerly asked the question; why, God? He ranted and raved; he fussed and cussed, and was in such a titter, that he lost his cool, and his will to live, and died broken hearted and bitter! On the other hand, his neighbor choose a different path, for after grieving for a very short while, he decided that rather than be" down-N-out ", he'd choose instead to smile !!! He flew over many-a-ocean, and endured many troublesome storms, and instead of" giving up ", and" throwing in the towel ", he decided to" just keep on keeping on "!!! At last he landed on a beautiful island, and before him there stood this lovely tree. He flew right down, and in thanksgiving said," thank you God for having guided me ...

... , Just as Paul, His apostle told. Because Jesus is our Savior, His Spirit dwells within. Let ’ s daily pray for self-control. He ’ ll help us turn from sin. If we love the Lord our Sovereign God With all our heart, mind and being, And love our neighbors as ourselves, What joy and peace we ’ ll be seeing. We should treat all others with kindness, And practice patience in all we face. Then our faithfulness will be evident, At all times in every place. Gentleness is a form of humility, And a trait we all should show. Then goodness and mercy will follow, As His fruits from our heart does flow. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Galatians 5: 22 NIV [by Emily McAdams Copyright 2002-submitted by: Emily McAdams] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights ...

... truest conception Was formed in the midst of pain A maker, a savior, a shelter, a friend Someone you can rely on till the end All of the above ascribed to you But heavenly gardener the one so true The reason I'd like to say this Is because I have truly seen The heavenly gardeners work When the garden a mess had been. No birds sang in that garden No roses blossomed, no fruits grew No beautiful autumn leaves fell I no longer had faith in you! When clods of earth were cold and hard Faith and hope completely marred Grace watered the garden of pain Caused flowers to bloom, grow again. When weeds of doubt and anger Pulled me down, strangled all hope Your love watered the garden In darkness no longer did I grope In that dreary earth you sowed The seeds of hope in me That now into a beautiful garden Will grow for all eternity !!!~Judy Doyle~[ by: Judy Doyle, Copyright ...

... He promised us He will provide the needs of me and you. He has a storehouse that's stacked full of supplies in advance, And He will pour them out on us if we'll give Him the chance. The key to the Lord's storehouse is in the word" believe"~Just ask Him as each need comes up, then trust, and you'll receive. His storehouse is not run by man, delivery may seem slow. But supplies marked" Airmail by Faith" arrive*first*here below. So when He says He will provide you all your needs, don't fret~Just stamp requests with" Trust" and" Faith" and what you need, you'll get!~~~~~" .my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus" (Philippians 4: 19, KJV) [by: Connie Hinnen Cook (cjcook @mynewroads.com)-from Connie Hinnen Cook] ...

... The First Christmas Tree Long ago, a story ’ s told Of angels sent from Heaven's fold; Faith, Hope, and Charity. They were required to find a tree As high as hope, as great as love, And sweet as charity above. This tree, that they were sent to find, Was also meant to have a sign. On every bough, it was to bear The cross ' symbol; everywhere. The Christmas tree was yet unborn. The one they found would be adorned With lights. But first, the task at hand. To find the tree, they'd search the land. Their search was long. It ended north. Deep in the forest, the fir brought forth. The sign that they'd, in earnest, sought Was what the Christmas tree had taught. Break a fir's needle off the tree At the stub, on the branch. You will see, In nature's glory, a cross to ...

... The Prayer Warrior I cannot pray" OUR" if my faith has no room for others and their need. I cannot pray" FATHER" if I do not demonstrate this relationship to God in my daily living. I cannot pray" WHO ART IN HEAVEN" if all my interests and pursuits are in earthly things. I cannot pray" HALLOWED BE THY NAME" if I am not striving for God's help to be holy. I cannot pray" THY KINGDOM COME" if I am unwilling to accept God's rule in my life. I cannot pray" ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN" unless I am truly ready to give myself to God's service here and now. I cannot pray" GIVE US THIS DAY OUR DAILY BREAD" without expending honest effort for it, or if I would withhold from my neighbor the bread I receive. I cannot pray" FORGIVE US OUR TRESPASSES AS WE FORGIVE THOSE WHO TRESPASS AGAINST US" if ...

... The hurrier we go the behinder we get, can't seem to get our appointments met, Where will we go and what will we do, about those bills that are long over due, There is an answer to all of these things, and oh such peace that Christ brings, I'm excited to tell you all about Jesus, how He promised never to leave us, He's more than a Savior for the soul, He owns the silver and the Gold, Our Faith and our trust go together, It will work for us in any weather, The storm and the rain won't stop Him, So don't let your faith get so dim. Lift up you eyes, look unto the hills, it will happen when the Lord wills, He has plans to bless your life, bringing together husband and wife, Helping your children to be good, loving their parents, like they should, Doing the things you'd like them to, respecting the ...

... Moving Mountains" And Jesus .saith unto them, Have faith in God. For verily I say unto you, that whosoever shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; and shall not doubt in his heart, but shall believe that those things which he saith shall come to pass, he shall have whatsoever he saith" (Mark 11: 22-23 KJV) Lord, a mountain's just before me And I can't see my way through, It's too steep to scale or climb it, Tell me, Lord, what should I do? I'm too weak to face that mountain, I'm too scared to even try, I can't hope to cross that mountain, It's too wide, Lord, it's too high." Child, don't focus on the mountain, you will just become dismayed, If you speak about the mountain you'll grow even more afraid; In your heart know that I'm able, ...

... Hurt -to heal! I cried," Lord, use me !" He answered," Wait" Then came the hurt. Loneliness -I walked through desolation to share His fellowship. Doubt -I wept through despair to seek His faith. Fear -I wrestled through darkness to seize His freedom. And the Balm of Gilead flowed into the depths of my soul. It cleansed; it soothed; it healed. Again I cried," Lord, use me !" This time He answered," Go !"" I send you forth to heal. Walk with the lonely-share with them my fellowship. Weep with the despairing-seek with them My faith. Wrestle with the fearful-seize with them My freedom. And the Balm of Gilead will flow into the depths of their souls. It will cleanse; it will soothe; it will heal" He spoke again:" My child, I spared you no hurt-that I might use ...

... Meet Me In The Middle These heartaches that I face Has left me heart-broken and distressed My life feels so empty But I know He will fix this mess I will cast my cares upon Him And leave them at His feet He always promises things will get better If in the middle we will meet The faith I have in Jesus Will get me through life's test He whispers just beleive in Me And I will take care of the rest I no longer feel the emptiness My life has been truly blessed Because when I put my trust and faith in Jesus Thats when He fixed my mess-Dana Brooks-[ by Dana Michelle Brooks Copyright 2001, (brookstdah @nctc.com)-submitted by: Dana Brooks] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... Wait Desparately, helplessly, longingly, I cried: Quietly, patiently, lovingly God replied. I pled and I wept for a clue to my fate, And the Master so gently said," Child, you must wait"" Wait? You say, wait !" my indignant reply." Lord, I need answers, I need to know why! Is your hand shortened? Or have you not heard? By faith, I have asked, and am claiming your Word. My future and all to which I can relate hangs in the balance, and YOU tell me to WAIT? I'm needing a 'yes, go-ahead and sign, or even a 'no ' to which I can resign. And Lord, You promised that if we believe we need but to ask, and we shall recieve. And Lord, I've been asking, and this is my cry: I'm weary of asking! I need a reply! Then quietly ...

... knees go weak I ’ m in the closet on my knees Because that ’ s where Your Word says to be I ’ m just a child that is true But God I really need to talk to you Satan is being a bully And he ’ s picking on Mommy and me I can ’ t beat him by myself God I really need your help He ’ s got to do what you say So make him leave and stay away God please help Mommy have faith again In Jesus ’ name I pray-Amen His actions tugged at her heart For Johnny was scared of the dark He faced his fears just for her Somewhere her emotions began to stir She kept hearing his simple words Over and over she his prayer she heard I ’ m in the closet on my knees Because that ’ s where Your Word says to be Late that evening in the night She turned out her bedroom light And as she knelt down on her knees to pray God must ...

... in this world for me? When I see a mother walking down the road with her wee one and that look upon her face. I hate myself for how I feel inside-because I envy her calmness and her grace. Is it wrong to want what I may never have? If it is how do I stop the pain inside? Do I wish for things that just will never be? Have I put myself upon a painful ride? I know that faith is when I cast away, all the fears inside and give them all to Him. I don't know why I can't just let them go-and trust that He will fill the space within. I talk the talk as if I were a master. I walk the walk as if I were a fool. I resist that which should not be resisted and I end up feeling life can be so cruel. I know better, yes I do and that is why ...

... All Things All things work together for good to them that love the Lord, to those who answer His calling, according to His Word. Once in the hands of Jesus faith is the walk of life; it causes joy in the sunshine, and delivers us through all strife. That means every single thing that happens to you or me is part of God's mighty plan to prepare us for eternity. Though not conscious of His presence, we engage the shield of faith, knowing God has provided the circumstance, time and place. Nothing that happens can hurt us; we know He is there by our side; for all things work for our good, to perfect and prepare His bride. Romans 8: 28 NIV" And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to His purpose" [by: Joyce Guy (Joy Of Art Shop)-submitted ...

... courage. I Choose Kindness. I will be kind to the poor, for they are alone. Kind to the rich, for they are afraid. And kind to the unkind, for such is how God has treated me. I Choose Goodness. I will go without a dollar before I take a dishonest one. I will see the good in others when it is hard to find. I will confess before I will accuse, I choose goodness. I Choose Faithfulness. Today I will keep my promises. My debtors will not regret their trust. My associates will not question my word.My wife will not question my love, and my children will never fear that their father will not come home. I Choose Gentleness. Nothing is won by force, I choose to be gentle. If I raise my voice, may it be only in praise. If I clench my fist, may it be only in prayer. If I make a ...

... To Someone YOUR LIFE is Jesus to someone, Though tattered and torn it may be. Though often times weak and unstable, You're all of God someone will see. YOUR TONGUE is Jesus to someone. That idle, insensitive word Reflects to at least one searching heart An idle, insensitive Lord. YOUR GOALS are Jesus to someone. What you put first, they believe, Are the goals of God for the Christian. Your life is all they receive. YOUR FAITHFULNESS is Jesus to someone. Their judgment of how God is true, Rests unquestionably in the faithfulness They see day by day in you. YOUR LOVE is Jesus to someone That someone who is seeking to know That Jesus will follow and guide and Befriend wherever in life they might go. SO BEWARE lest others blaspheme God by what you say or do, For the only Jesus that someone knows Is the Jesus they see in you. [Author Unknown-submitted by: Eva ...

... paths to take, And a million dreams. If we have hope, we are halfway to where we want to go. If we are hopeless, we are lost forever. Many will say our love holds no future. Many will decide our choices will bring despair. I know nothing of how to live but I can know many uncertain things. I give you my heart, I tell you my dreams. I kiss your soul. I will never lose my faith; I will never close my eyes. My love is forever." Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance" (1 Corinthians 13: 7 NLT) [by Angel Kan (yuenlo_angel @hotmail.com)-submitted by: Angel Kan] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... . Young David David was an Israelite who played the harp day and night He later helped fight the enemy, killing a giant VIP. God Will Answer God will answer All your prayers Be you Mr, Miss or Ms. Take care to say, 'Thy will be done, The timing, though, Is His. Win Your Day On your knees When you pray Ask the Lord to lay Before you blessings and solutions That will win your day. Those Bony Knees Faith can move verdant mountains As well as calm troubled seas. If you want a faith that lasts, Learn to bend those bony knees. No Delay Jesus is your best friend, Whatever s broken He will mend There s no delay, He s always in Just try a chat with Him today. Eve Bit Eve bit the forbidden fruit, Took a piece to Adam. Adam should have put on brakes, Instead, he pleased the Madame. The Serpent The serpent revealed ...

... It Starts With A Seed Why aren't we grateful, We have what we need. He gave us His Word. It starts like a seed. We have to plant it, By speaking it out. If we can't believe it. There won't be a sprout. Remember how Jesus, Spoke to a tree. He said it by faith, While others could see. It withered and died, Just as he said. They were surprised, Why it was dead. He said we could say, Mountain be moved. It should obey, Our faith be proved. We talk to objects, When we get mad. Does that make sense, No, that is sad. But let someone speak, What He told us to say, Some skeptic comes along, Sez, no way hosea. Don't let that stop you, When you have a need, Remember I told you, It starts like a seed. [by: ...

... Lord will not desert us; He ’ ll be with us through it all. We need to feel His presence even if we stumble and fall. He is always here beside us and He ’ ll extend a helping hand, We only need to grasp it and He ’ ll place us back on land. God sometimes sends these storms of life to help us to discover That even though they beat us down, He ’ ll help us to recover. Our faith is sometimes tested with the storms of life we face, It sometimes takes a little time, but His plan falls into place. We grow in faith and character when we overcome these storms, Learning discipline and humility with each prick of every thorn. We learn to trust more fully and to never lose sight of hope, For when we face the storms of life, God will toss the saving rope. [by Emily McAdams Copyright 2002-submitted by: Emily McAdams ...

... " Lord, do You care that I have no car, no good and decent place to lay my head? You promised to be my Husband, Provider, Friend. You said You'd never leave me til the end. I have waited and obeyed as best I can. What else can I do ?" God answered me, and said:" Child, do you love Me? You seem only to love Me if everything is going as you say. Your faith wavers day to day, and minute to minute; Can you not see My Hand at work in your life anyway? Does that mean you don't love Me, Because your faith isn't strong today ?" God answered me, and said:" I love you. I have provided all you will ever need. I know it seems slow to you; But, blessed are those who wait upon the Lord. I want you to see that you love Me more Than these ...

... Soon For months I have been counting. till I see you once again, A tour of duty sometimes seems. like it will never end. I serve my country faithfully. it's what I want to do, But being overseas like this. means I'm away from you. At Christmas it was lonely. because I was not at home, And I know that you missed me too. because you were alone. I know the separation was. not even a full year, But as I think of seeing you. I wipe away a tear. To see your smiling face again. and hold you close to me, Is what I've dreamed and thought about. to keep my sanity. To think of seeing you again. and just behold your beauty, We're down to counting only days. to end this tour of duty. I know that I have done my job. while serving Uncle Sam, I am a US soldier ...

... what I can do and ask for in my nightly prayer. In these days, how can anyone not believe, for you are every where? You ’ re in the flowers, in trees, you ’ re throughout this atmosphere. You are in our every hour of every day and all our pleading prayers. So all we ever need to do is ask and you are always right there. I ’ m grateful Lord, for giving me my parents with strong faith in you. And for them sharing that faith with me which always got me through. Also thank you Lord for my walk today, it strengthened me again. And I know you ’ ll always walk with me when I begin to bend.~Bonnie May~All Rights Reserved Bonnie was born in Shamokin, Pennsylvania in 1945. Poetry has been her passion for 50 years and she has had many of her poems published. She wrote a children's story as a senior ...

... and would go to be with Him, She wanted so to thank Him for removing all her sin. She always talked about the place that He went to prepare, And always told us that she knew that she was going there. She lived life to the fullest and was happy all the time, And even when the problems came she'd smile instead of whine. She said" this life was beautiful you do the best you can, As long as you have faith in God you know it's in His plan" She always would amaze us with the knowledge that she had, But told us that religion was the thing that made her sad. She said" that man had made up rules, religious things to do ," But always told us that the Lord had only given two." Love the Lord with all your heart" she said was number one," Then love your neighbor as yourself those words were from the Son" ...

... Calvary's Higher Ground Oh, Lord, my prayer to Thee has been:" Lift up my soul to greater heights! Let me live on that higher plane, where, led by faith, I'll walk in light" But now I know that higher plane of deepest joy and victory is Calvary's mountain Jesus climbed, and lofty hill bears lowly tree. (chorus) So lift me up, Lord, higher still and teach me how to rest in Thee, till I have died on Calvary's hill and reached the heights of Calvary's tree. To climb up Calvary's hill with Him, No man can reach a higher plane; To die to self that Christ may live; Not I, but Christ, to rule and reign. (chorus) So lift me up, Lord, higher still and teach me how to rest in Thee, till I have died on Calvary's hill and reached the heights of Calvary's tree.~Connie Faust~ ...

... Easter Faithfulness We lived out in the country fifty miles from a big town, We had a little church for all of us who lived around. The minister was part time and came every other week, So when he came we all would go to hear the preacher speak. Once a year on Easter we would drive to the big town, That was the only place a sunrise service could be found. So once a year on Easter to a church in town we'd go, My kids would make a fuss, but my sweet mother loved it so. She lived with us, my wife and I, two daughters and a son, And everybody loved ole Na Na; She was so much fun. She had a personality that was controlled by love, She always said she got it from the angels up above. So every Easter morning we would all dress in our best, And go to sunrise service that would start before ...

... Faith Like A Child" Peek A Boo-I see You" I overheard my neighbor's child." Peek A Boo-I love You" I watched and listened for awhile. The little girl skipped down the walk, Humming as she moved. From time to time, I'd see her stop, And sing her childish tune." Peek A Boo-I see You" Her sweet face looked so intent." Peek A Boo-I love You" Then down the path she went. I saw her do this several times, Poor, lonesome child, I thought. She only has a nursery rhyme, To go with her on her walk." Peek A Boo-I see You" She did it then once more." Peek A Boo-I love You" Then I scurried out my door. I could not stand it any longer, What did this child see? I hurried up and caught her ...

... Feathered Faith I watched the feather floating down, And was reminded of what I once read, That an angel was somewhere around me, And this feather for me had been shed. A glorious fall afternoon, The sun ablaze in the sky, But as I raked the fallen leaves, Again I was wondering, why? My thoughts were filled with confusion, Though I tried to push them away, So many feelings from the past, Seemed determined, once more, to stay. That's when I saw this feather, And knew You were somewhere near, For You had sent an angel, To remove the lingering fear. And as I took this white feather, And held it gently in my hand, I felt a warmth grow in my heart, And began to again understand. When I lifted my eyes to thank You, An angel was soaring away, And as she flew to Your open arms, I knew peace would ...

... A Prayer of Faith" When you pray for rain, take along an umbrella"~Source unknown We know You're in control, dear Lord, we know he's in Your care. and so it's with the utmost trust that we request this prayer. Please grant us peace when there is doubt, please cast out every fear. when we are prone to court despair, remind us You are near. Please teach us, Lord, to lean on You when cares become too much. surround us with Your strength and love, renew us with Your touch. Please guide the surgeon's hands, dear Lord, please grant him all Your skill. and thank You, now, ahead of time. knowing, Lord, that You will. -Connie .before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear" (Isaiah 65: 24 KJV) [by: Connie Hinnen Cook (cjcook @mynewroads.com) ...

... . He said," Let me explain to you and then you'll understand. Each sorrow is a stepping stone you must surmount each day, And every stepping stone you climb is a sorrow that's passed away. The road of life is a mountainside, with crevices in which to be caught, But as you struggle on your way, I, the Rock, will lend support. Every stepping stone you climb, makes spirit and heart grow strong. Exercising character and faith this road seems painful and long. The way is paved with stepping stones, to uplift your heart and soul, Though difficult they aid your way, to a City paved with gold. I know that you are tired, for I too have walked this way, My sorrows did they multiply, but I cleared the stones away. I left my rock to lift you up, I left behind my story. To give you strength to make your climb, to that ...

... Since Yesterday Along the golden streets A stranger walks tonight With wonder in his heart-Faith blossomed into sight. He walks and stops and stares, And walks and stares again. Vistas of loveliness Beyond the dreams of men. He who once was weak, And often shackled to a bed, Now climbs eternal hills With light and easy tread. He has escaped at last The cruel clutch of pain; His lips shall never taste Her bitter cup again. O never call him dead, This buoyant one and free, Whose daily portion is Delight and ecstasy! Now bows in speechless joy Before the feet of Him Whom, seeing not, he loved While yet his sight was dim. Along the golden streets No stranger walks today, But one who, long homesick, Is home at last, to stay! [Martha Snell Nicholson-from Guidewords, via Sarra] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... face your own maturity I can't attest to what has wrought This character devoid of thought The one whose essence I did share Now vacant eyes do a blank stare Where did all the substance go Where's the laughter, where's the glow You can't let reaching middle-age Put you inside a pity cage How we handle every scar Is what makes us who we are There's beauty found along life's way Don't stop because you age each day When one gives in to such despair It shows that faith in God is bare Age has no way of fasting With a God of everlasting Let go of your obsession It's time to make a confession Veracity will always win Over lies and willful sin. [Eileen T. Waldron-from 'Themestream '] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... Sunday Morning It's another Sunday morning It's time to listen for God's voice again As members of our christian faith gather To praise His Holy Name We come to sing His praises And to hear a message of love When we are reminded how much He cares Even the angels sing above He heals our wounded hearts And opens our blind eyes And in the serenity of that moment He hears all sinners cries When the service is over And we all rush away It's time to leave behind the piety And watch tv or find games to play How can our Lord keep watching us And not feel He's doing enough? My friends He loves all sinners And His word is not a bluff We learn to speak with Him And to confess our many sins And though I still have some problems My glad heart soars on wings~Eva May Young~08-12-2008 It gives me a warm feeling in my heart to write poetry. I am a" Golden Ager" shut-in and ...

... why He wants to rebuild me; Is beyond my understanding, Guess I'll just have to wait and see. Growing old is sure an adventure, Simply another lesson in life; But I thank God for all my blessings, Like the freedom from worry and strife. God has been much too kind to me, So often I do question why; For I am still undeserving, For half my life I've lived a lie. Thank You Lord, for giving me faith, For rebuilding my body and soul; Thank You Lord for just loving me, And thank You for making me whole. On the trail of life every person needs a place to restore their soul. (Native American Indian proverb) Have a wonderful day and may God bless you always.~Paul D. Berube~Copyright 2008 All rights reserved from Trail's End, Groton, NH [by: Paul D. Berube Copyright 2008 (TrailsEndNH @aol.com)-submitted ...

... my ship storm-tossed? Why do you leave me here alone? I fear I may be lost" God smiled and spoke these simple words," Peace my child, just be still; I'm the God of the raging sea, The waves obey my will"" Hook your anchor onto 'The Rock ' That holds your vessel sure. No evil can alarm you child, I'll keep your life secure"" No harm will touch you if you trust And place your faith in me; Your storm-tossed ship will once again Sail on a tranquil sea"" So do not fear the storms of life That oft assail your soul; I am the Master of the Sea, I'm always in control"" The storms will surely strengthen you When on rough seas you sail, For you will know the victory That comes when you prevail" [Linda J. Stevenson-From Daine, via 'Inspired Buffalo ' (InspiredBuffalo @lighthouse.net)] Inspirational Poems ...

... Prayer for the New Year God grant us this year a wider view, so we see others ' faults through the eyes of You. Teach us to judge not with hasty tongue, neither the adult. nor the young. Give us patience and grace to endure and a stronger faith so we feel secure; and instead of remembering, help us forget the irritations that caused us to fret. Freely forgiving for some offense and finding each day a rich recompense, in offering a friendly, helping hand and trying in all ways to understand, that all of us whoever we are. Are trying to reach" an unreachable star" For the great and small. the good and bad, the young and old. the sad and glad, are asking today," Is life worth living ?" And the answer is only in" loving" and" giving" For only" Love" can make mankind and Kindness of Heart brings Peace of ...

... " Hang in there" through the years, We tolerate the pain and distress, And seldom submit to tears. As we grow older we get bolder, We don't give in to gloomy days. We try to see the sunny side, And for that we give God the praise. Our days may seem sad and dreary, But behind each dismal cloud, The sun is shining brightly, And old folks laugh aloud! We've all been tried and tested, Our faith is strong and true, And when we try to understand it all, God always sees us through! The gold in those golden years, Still shines for you and me. For Jesus is that precious Gold, And He is our only destiny! He gives us strength and purpose, His comfort's gentle and sweet. And someday we will greet HIm, When we walk that Golden Street!-Eva Young-[ by: Eva Young, 2003 (emmayy @webtv.net ...

... world of uncertainty, Where tomorrow may never be, We have a hope that we can cling to, That we find only, Lord, in Thee. With You we need not fear, No worries to consume our minds, For each moment lies in Your hands, With You peace is what we'll find. We may lose our worldly possessions, Relationships may come and go, But Your presence is ever abiding, Your blessings will always flow. If we are faithful in our service, Dedicating our hearts and lives to You, Nothing will ever be too great for You, Lord, You will forever be there to see us through. So we'll cast all of our cares upon You, We'll fret not what tomorrow will bring, For the Lord watches over His children, With You we KNOW we can face ANYTHING.-Linda Lee Wolovich-[ by: Linda Lee Wolovich Copyright 2003 (llwolo @yahoo.com)-submitted by: ...

... bring the long promised Peace to a world forlorn. Crisis and turmoil spread through the Middle East Events foreshadow the coming of the prophesied beast Earthquakes and wars, famine and disease Is there no hope? Is there no peace? The clock is ticking out the minutes of life Time is running out midst all of this strife Yet all is not lost. There is a refrain It sings out of hope with a message blood stained. The Peace Maker is waiting for the faithful to finish Spreading His message that will not diminish Its light is bright; its Word is true Whatever life brings; He's calling to you. Come all who are burdened, who cannot cope I offer to you eternal hope I died for you and I'll give you a crown When angels trumpet in Bethlehem town. [By Margaret A." Peggy" Comstock Copyrighted 2000-from 'Themestream '] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... your heart unto the Lord and let Him show you the way There's so much you have to give and so much He has to say. You are one of His special children and He'll always take care of you" Let go, and let God" that's all you have to do. So, take the time to listen the Lord won't let you down He's always there beside you and picks you up when you're feeling down. So, never give up the faith you have always remember the Lord, and take this path life has given at the end is your just reward.~Cindy Dwyer~[ By: Cindy Dwyer, Copyright 2007 (Sally66 @shaw.ca)-submitted by: Cindy Dwyer] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... Our Nation's Heroes Bless our nation's veterans, protectors of this land. Despite how hard the mission, side by side they took a stand. They fought with faith and honor, hearts filled with country pride. Defenders of our freedom, some were wounded, others died. Bless these loyal heroes, souls one in righting wrong. With gratitude, we laud them for they kept our nation strong.-Karen O'Leary [by: Karen O'Leary, Copyright 2007 (gksm at cableone.net)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... me! When I am blind, He leads me! When I am hungry, He feeds me! When I face trials, He is with me! When I face persecution, He shields me! When I face problems, He comforts me! When I face loss, He provides for me! When I face Death, He carries me Home! He is everything for everybody, everywhere, Every time, and every way. He is God, He is faithful. I am His, and He is mine! My Father in heaven can whip the father of this world. So, if you're wondering why I feel so secure, understand this. He said it and that settles it. God is in control, I am on His side, and That means all is well with my soul. Everyday is a blessing for GOD Is! [Author Unknown-from Harold Brown] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... He promised if we called Upon His name in prayer Down on our bended knee That He would meet us there God promised us to be A shelter from the storm A Rock on which to lean Strength when we are worn He promised us a refuge Beneath His gentle wing And in the midnight hour A victory song to sing God promised in the fire His presence would be found And through the troubled waters He would not let us drown He promised us a Home If only faithful we would stay Forever promised roses Strewn along the way [by Linda M. Oliver-from 'Themestream '] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... life Fashioned by the Father's hand Mountains valleys dips and turns It is here we fall or stand Oftimes we become discouraged As we look around us to see How other's paths may be easier Than one He chose for you and me The Father in His great wisdom Chose the path that we would need To draw us ever closer to Him As we bow down on bended knee His design for each mountain and valley Is to make us unbroken and strong A mountain to strengthen our faith And a valley where dwells a sweet song If we never had mountains or valleys No dips or no twisting turns We would never become like the One Of whom our heart desperately yearns Question not the path that He gives He designed it especially for you In His love and infinite mercy God will be there to walk you through [by Linda M. Oliver-from 'Themestream '] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... joy and pleasure new. On this special day, Mother dear, I want to remember you. I cannot give you costly gifts, And I've told you this before, No matter what I give you, You give back much, much more. I'm giving you a pure, sweet rose, Gathered in the early morn, This rose you planted in my heart, The day that I was born. In kindly, loving thoughts of you, And with the faith you still impart, The rose I give to you today Is the love that's in my heart. [Cleo M. Shoffstall-from 'Love Quotes '] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... the street Or somewhere in another land In need of help you don't understand And reaching for the Father's hand So, say a prayer for them Like the papers on the street There's a dead line to meet You've got no time to spare no no time There is a hurting soul pleading Somewhere a heart is bleeding They are low on time so say a prayer for them Don't worry about what to ask for That's all clear to the Lord He's asking you for a little faith And it's not up to us to ask why We need to reach out for that cry Obey His will and say a prayer for them If you look back over your life Then you might just find There was a time you needed something too Whether it was for peace Or some other need Someone may have been praying for you Thank You and God Bless [Lyndia Leigh Pearce (l_pearce2000 @yahoo.com)-from 'TPS '] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... sight The pod began to open as the season swiftly passed The earth pushed forth its hidden grain being manifest at last Sprig began to turn to vine. More elaborate it had grown Until in fact it reproduced the seed which had been sown Thus take note my friend of all the secrets of your being For the hidden thoughts of yesterday are the ones today you're seeing Plant often good. Cast out the bad and let your garden well be seeded With grains of truth, faith, hope, and love as they surely will be needed And the Day will come when all the fruit be gathered in The harvest vine. the grapes of wrath will be divided then Shall we rejoice in harvest song as the reaper takes his part It will all depend upon the thoughts we've planted in the heart [by: John Bruce Langley (wdovemin @yahoo.com)-from John Bruce Langley] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... Rejoice In The Lord Inspired by Philippians 4: 4-7 Rejoice in the Lord always, Do not worry about tomorrow. Go to God in humble prayer And give Him all your sorrows. Rejoice and let your needs be known For God is faithful, just and kind, And His peace that surpasses understanding Will guard your heart and mind. Rejoice in your laughter, Rejoice in your tears, For in your rejoicing Comes strength for your fears. Rejoice in the Lord always, His loving kindness we can ’ t measure. Rejoice and be thankful for His love, You'll have no greater treasure.-Lora Cox-[ by: Lora Cox Copyright 2003 (bell @evansville.net)-submitted by: Lora Cox] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... all God's ways. Open my eyes and help me see, God's plan for me this day. Touch my soul and heal me, cleanse my thoughts and mind. God's child I always want to be, since I'm no longer blind. Teach me how to love You; to obey all Your commands. Teach me to love others too, for this You do demand. Teach me to forgive; forget, and teach me these things, too; to have faith and not to fret, but to put my trust in You. Teach me to turn the other cheek; to not repay wrong for a wrong. Teach me to be gentle; meek; to know in Jesus I am strong. Teach me how to seek Your Face, and how to listen to Your Voice. Then, when Satan gives me chase, I'll make the correct choice. Teach me to accept Your will, even when I don't understand. Teach me ...

... For You perceive what I ’ m going through. You are near and ready to minister me, If I give all my burdens to You. When I feel I ’ m on a merry-go-round, My world spinning out of control. You hear my cries as I call to You. Your Spirit flows and soothes my soul. You remind me You ’ re walking beside me, During the times I ’ m tossed and blown. You admonish me" walk by faith not sight ," For You ’ re with me~I ’ m never alone. Because I ’ m one of Your children, And You ’ re my Father whom I wish to obey. I ’ ll remember Your promise You give me. You won't forsake or cast me away. When life's problems come my way, My response will glorify You. I will be joyful and give You praise, No matter what I have to go through. After spending this quiet ...

... Reaping Later Than You Sow" Support the missionary" Was the poster's bold refrain A photo and some info And a family was named Work had been established But few hearts had been won The gospel was proclaimed But not many had met the Son We all agreed to offer A word in times of prayer For those who had obeyed In need of love and care Their lives are testimonies Of God's faithfulness divine Living with much less Yet living in God's time Yet we've become a people Of instant everything We want to see results We want to see the names Did we get a good return For the funds we gathered up? Are they REALLY serving God Or should they drink a different cup? But we don't see the seeds That in future years may yield A crop so rich-abundant A mighty harvest field Yet the servants sharing Jesus Need prayers, support and more They need us to encourage As into lives they pour Results may not be seen In ...

... the same; When heavy loads I had to bear, I found He lightened every care. Through sickness, sorrow, and distress, He calmed my mind and gave me rest. He's filled my heart with joyous praise, Since I gave Him my upward gaze. 'Twas new to me, yet old to some, What now has become, A revelation of the way, We should live every day; For as each day unfolds its light, We'll walk by faith, and not by sight. Life will indeed a blessing bring, If we see God in everything!" I would have lost heart, unless I had believed that I would see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living" Psalms 27: 13 NKJ [Author unknown-from Ashley] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... , he stayed right by my side. Oh, I ’ ve traveled through the ages, but soon my journey will be o ’ er, When I travel to my home on a beautiful, golden shore. I hope you ’ ve taken the journey for it is my fervent prayer, That our roads will cross in Heaven and I will meet you there. Oh, I know sometimes the road gets long and hard to tread But just hold on to the faith that by a loving hand you ’ re led. Then we ’ ll shout His praise together, sing and dance around His throne, Giving thanks for His love and guidance on the journey to our home.-Lora Cox-[ by: Lora Cox Copyright 2002 (bell @evansville.net)-submitted by: Lora Cox] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... Two Soldiers Two soldiers were killed in Baghdad today, leaving their families to mourn. They died on a foreign battlefield far from where they were born. Didn't see it in The Times or on the network news. I suppose they were too busy spouting political views. These were men of honor, who vowed of their own accord To faithfully serve our country by picking up its sword. And so, to foreign soil they went to fight the evil foe Whose goal is world oppression where freedom reigns no more. They were American soldiers who paid the ultimate price, And we, the American people, must honor their sacrifice. For all the blessings we ve received, our nation must stand strong To vanquish brutal enemies and right their evil wrongs. And so, I humbly ask you to close your eyes and say A silent prayer and thank you. Two soldiers died today. The world has seen its share of war throughout these many ...

... Twelve Disciples ’ and Me? How many times in life I wondered if I would have been a believer and follower of Jesus. Can you imagine walking this earth with your friends and God ’ s son? Watching him perform miracles day after day until each day was done. Witnessing to sinners, turning water into wine, making blind men see. As I have imagined throughout my life about adventures with Thee. As I walked with them each day my faith became so strong. I learned more about HIS love and what was right and wrong. So when they came to get my Savior and hang him on that tree. How could anyone deny or rebuke him, please say it wasn ’ t me? Would I have been like Peter and deny him ore ’ & ore ’ again. Would I have been like Judas and betray my old dear friend. We all knew HE was the son of God, sent from heaven above ...

... sun, My heart starts to beat, my blood runs cold, This is the power of falling in love with a girl. I begin to think of her everyday, Praying to God that she'll come my way, I soon end up seeing reality, This girl that I like has a man already. My heart sinks, I feel very down, I feel like I'm in a sea and I'm about to drown, Just when I'm about to lose all my faith, A lovely voice speaks saying be cautious and wait. The voice that I heard was from my Father above, Because it was me that He loved and He loved, You're only 16 is what He said to me, There is more to life as you will see. He told me to seek things from above, And sooner or later He would give me a girl to love, Don't worry when I'll give her to you, Seek Me first and I'll let ...

... experiencing nothing new. The burdens that He bore were greater far than mine, For I am just a branch, part of Him, the vine. The strength and nourishment I get come through Him alone Dispensed with gentle care, to His very own He is my example as I walk my lonely way, Encounter trials and troubles causing me to pause and pray. As I converse with Him and He again with me The fears all flee and comfort comes, for faith has set me free. It is a rocky road we walk as each bears our cross But His foot prints give me guidance preventing any loss. When my steps grow slow and weary He bids me stop and rest, Refreshes me by waters clear, thus my soul is blessed. There is nothing to compare, among all the earthly treasures, To the joy that fills my heart, overflowing from His pleasure. As I share His yoke of troubles, He bears the ...

... ready; I'm wearing my full battle gear. My spiritual armor protects me, for the warfare is spiritual, too. My Commander's already prepared me-alerted, I know what to do. I know my position's surrounded; I feel the pain of each blow. So I trust and I praise my Commander, and He comes to vanquish the foe. Battles aren't fought by bravado and strength, but the Sword of the Spirit, and praise. The shield of faith still protects me as I follow Christ all of my days. The more that I call on my Jesus, the clearer His vision I'll see. As I walk in the Valley of Beracah, He will fight all my battles for me.~Connie Faust~Copyright 2007, All Rights Reserved [by: Connie Faust, Copyright 2007 (beracah1 @evenlink.com)-submitted by: Connie Faust] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... alone. His hands were outstretched as this One bid me come; The work of redemption forever done. I stood there in silence, in humble awe, As the Reason of Easter I now clearly saw. Then quickly as the scenes had appeared, They faded -I felt not one moment of fear. I bowed low in worship; earth's sight now so dim; I had seen Easter's meaning; I had been there with Him. As I saw Him, with faith's eyes, lifted above, The night before Easter was filled with pure love. And I heard him exclaim as He rose out of sight," A Blessed Easter to all! I have conquered your night !" NOTE: This Easter parody, ficticious in nature, is based on the true, Biblical story of Jesus and His Resurrection, found in John 20: 1-31.. These Scriptures are available at WWW Bible Gateway where you may also read the full narrative from the ...

... Lord, I know what I must do-So please, take this invite to my heart. I need you to come in and to surround. Lord, will you turn my life around? There's one more thing that I have got to say-as I feel your love inside of me abound. I thank you, Lord, with all I have to give. For loving me and turning my life around. Epilog: It's easy to trust and have faith in the Lord-but, it's the turning over your life 100 %that I, along with so many others have a tough time doing. I keep asking myself," What am I missing? Why can't I just completely 'let go and let God ?" I think a lot of people are that way. They struggle with complete surrender and the irony is-life would be so much easier if we'd allow the Lord to carry our burdens instead of trying to take ...

... Through The Waters When thou passest through the waters Deep the waves may be and cold, But Jehovah is our Refuge, And His Promise is our hold; For the Lord Himself hath Said it, He, The Faithful God and True:" When thou comest to the waters Thou shalt not go down, BUT THROUGH" Seas of sorrow, seas of trial, Bitterest anguish, fiercest pain, Rolling surges of temptation Sweeping over heart and brain-They shall never overflow us For we know His Word is True; All His waves and all His billows He Will Lead us safely through. Threatening breakers of destruction, Doubt's insidious undertow, Shall not sink us, shall not drag us Out to ocean depths of woe; For His Promise shall sustain us, Praise The Lord, whose Word is True! We shall not go down, or under, For He Saith," Thou passest THROUGH" [by Annie Johnson Flint-from ...

... yearn to bring them back-those years, if we just could. Life seemed so sweet and simple then, when we were twenty-one. Our days were filled with ideal plans of how we'd get things done. With cares, our minds weren't cluttered up. We lived just for today. That trials and snares could set us back, those thoughts we'd push away. But time is heartless, sometimes cruel. It wakes reality. It robs youth of its simple faith in ideality. With passing years, hard lessons come. Our ardor starts to fade. We trade our zeal for cautious doubt. In wariness we wade. We muddle through our middle years, and life becomes a chore. Each day bumps up against the next, and joins the one before. As years roll over us -like wheels-and age we can't outrun, we shy away from unknown paths; uncertainties, we shun. The passing years we can't recoup. ...

... TODAY Since yesterday is in the past And tomorrow you might not see You need to live to the fullest This day God has granted to thee. Be loving and kind to all you meet Spread cheer and joy on your way Say," I love you" to your loved ones And for peace on earth you should pray. Share your faith with lost ones as God bids all His children to do He wants not one soul left behind One might be saved because of you. A lonely person you could visit To help brighten up their day You could feed one who ’ s hungry Offer a place for someone to stay. There is so much that you can do Before this day is through Only but for the grace of God One of these just might be you. Be thankful for all your blessings Never take them for granted at all God gives you all you need to have And He will ‘ til His final call. Be ...

... again Whom ever makes you happy I ’ ll consider my friend. Should tomorrow start without me Remind our boys, God loves all who care. And when life seems too harsh and cruel With “ Him ” they must share their prayer. I have proven I ’ m not a coward Who breaks and runs to survive. Always fearing death will kiss me As the streets of Baghdad I drive. Should tomorrow start without me Be proud I choose to serve. Our faith and our patriotism Earn the freedom we deserve. I miss home more than ever It breaks my heart to stay away I can ’ t help but want to hold you And whisper what I say. May God bless America And all, I love, “ YOUR MARINE ”~Tom Zart~Author of “ Love, War & More ” Published by: Publish America [by: Tom Zart Copyright 2007-submitted by: Tom Zart (zart08 @netzero.com)] Inspirational ...

... found You in sunshine and in rain and in every breeze that blows. I have only to open my eyes and my heart to know You are there. I see You in the eyes of those I meet each day. I hope also, in time, to see You when I look in my mirror. I pray for Your patience and understanding. I have a long way to go, but thankfully, I no longer travel alone. I have learned that faith doesn t put an end to all sorrow. It provides, instead, a shoulder to cry on and hands that reach out to help carry the burden. And although the pain can still be felt, I know that it cannot consume me. I am grateful for blessings bestowed; I have not earned them. Today, I can stand on the mountain top and have no fear of the valley, for You are with me.~Linda Gleason~Slidell, LA ...

... know all that I've taught. The torment I endured for you, don't let it be for naught !"" The Crown of Thorns, placed on my head, I didn't have to wear, That Roman spear thrust in my side, I didn't have to bear, Their mocking taunts, spitting tongues, I could've stopped it all But instead, I thought of you, and prayed you'd heed my call" Of course I heard His pleading words, He spoke them faithfully, He'd say them quite a bit, you know, I knew He did love me, He also said His Grace would end, and sin would be no more, He had to stop the hate, the filth, and the ravages of War. But Alas! I did NOT hear! I was busy having too much fun! I just didn't have time for Him, I had things to get done! No time to stop and think of all that He ...

... and was a humble soul. His earthly life fulfilled all prophecies foretold. He cured the sick and gave sight to the blind. He cast out demons from tormented minds. He cleansed the lepers and raised the dead. With just five loaves, many thousands He fed. By His life, He taught us how we should be living. We should be loving, kind, patient and forgiving. Jesus ’ mission on earth was to save the sinners. By our faith and belief, we all become winners. [by Emily McAdams Copyright 2002-submitted by: Emily McAdams] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...

... Words Fitly Spoken" Words fitly spoken are like apples of gold in settings of silver" (Proverbs 25: 11 NKJV) Lord God I yearn with all my soul To send words deeper than a river That are wrapped in precious gold Lovingly tied with bows of silver They would tell you of my love With thanks for all your gifts to me From your heavenly treasure trove That you share so willingly With my thanks I hope to convey My faith in all Your commands And with trust I want to say I accept being putty in Your hands The beauty of Your creation Made with wonder and grace Compels me to bow in adoration Praying one day to see Your face Only in a realm so sweet Made by God to house the soul Could I find my joy complete My pieces of dreams made whole. [by Eileen T. Waldron-from 'Themestream '] Inspirational Poems SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...