A wildfire fire
sweeps over my spirit
I run, not knowing,
which way to turn,
searching for reasons,
I’m placed here to be,
a boat without a rudder,
a hawk without eyes,
Quench my unrest, oh God
where are you?
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I pursue the accolades
of man, only
to realize I am,
an eagle without wings,
a nightinggale without song,
Be my fulfillment, oh God
where are you?
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War rages within me,
a spewing volcano
engulfing,
devouring
the landscape,
My tears, a reservoir
of disappointments,
Give me peace, oh God
where are you?
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My pain lures me
to poppy’s seduction,
and alcohol’s forgetfulness,
Heal my memories past, oh God
where are you?
Where are you, oh God?
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My beloved,
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I’ve set the stars
in place to
give you night, and
dawn to disperse
the darkness
to show you
each day, is a beginning
to start anew.
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My beloved,
I am here,
I speak to you when unawares
I am here.
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I’m the innocence of the new born babe.
The whisper floating on the wind,
The calm of the evening sunset,
The hugs of trusted loved ones,
The comfort of the rhythmic seasons,
The green of the first glimpses of spring,
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The lace of each fallen snowflake,
The majesty of the Milky Way.
The heartbeat of first love,
The tears of shared lost,
The disappointments of broken promises,
The devastation of betrayed vows,
The reality of dreams dashed
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I am in all of these to
gently guide you
to me,
I love you and am seeking you-
turn to me.
I’ve provided a way for you,
my beloved, in my Son,
Jesus.
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There are infinite philosophies from every culture, every nation, and every era. They represent the pinnacle of mankind’s thinking, creation, and imagination. Each has withstood the test of time. They deserve our respect and honor.
These philosophies have inspired numerous practices-sacred customs, magnificent artwork, exemplary standards for relating to one another, respect for God’s creation, healthful eating habits, caring for the less fortunate, and outward adornment that reflects a humble heart.
These philosophical practices have striven to seek and find God based upon human terms. Many of these philosophical practices claim that mankind is already perfect and good; however, if we look around us, at ourselves, we can quickly conclude that we are not. We are in need of a Savior, so…
What if ?
Just, what if there is a God who has set things right based upon His terms for us to come into a personal relationship with Him? After all, He is God. What if this God is who He claims to be and is the God of the Bible?
What if this God of the Bible is such a loving God that He sacrificed Himself, His only Son, instead of you and me, so that we could be set free from our sins, have a personal relationship with Him, and eventually have eternal life?
Just what if the Bible is true?
I’m not referring the cultural practices and traditions that have developed around God through the centuries. I’m referring to the loving, patient, sovereign God of the Old Testament; the sinless, sacrificially, perfect God the Son, Jesus Christ of the New Testament; and the empowering God the Holy Spirit of the present age.
A God who loves us just because He loves us. In turn, we love because He first loved us. We serve others in gratitude to God for what He has done for us and given us. We are who we are where we are and want to give away what God has given us.
What if all the claims are true-a fulfilling relationship with God, the healing of past hurts, forgiveness of sins, power to live the life He has planned for you, and in the end eternal life.
“Jesus said to him, ‘I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father, but through Me.’” (John 14:6)
What if your purpose for being here is tied up with Him and His purposes for you?
What if the God of the Bible, the God who’s written a 66 book of love letters to you is who He claims to be?
Have you given the God of the Bible much consideration?
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