My Walk In Hope
It isn’t easy
Walking alone
Among the wolves
Hoping the walls
Don’t collapse
Around you
It’s easier…
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My Walk In Hope
It isn’t easy
Walking alone
Among the wolves
Hoping the walls
Don’t collapse
Around you
It’s easier to
Carry the burdens
When there are
Two in agreement
But I am put
Here for a purpose
I strain to
Find my gift
My offering
To the world
So I will continue
To do what
I am called to do
Walk with one
Foot in front
Of the other
Until I am
Given the word
That now I can rest.
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You See That Mountain Over There?
One of these days
I’m gonna reach
The top of
That mountain
Over there, do you
See it, the one…
You See That Mountain Over There?
One of these days
I’m gonna reach
The top of
That mountain
Over there, do you
See it, the one there
With all the ridges
Where my trials
Have been heavy
And rocky at times
But there are some
Smooth grassy spots
Yeah, right where
You’re pointing
Those are the
Marks of where
Jesus took my
Hand and guided
Me through the
Wild brush
You see, no matter
How tough life is
Or how sick we feel
We are never really
Alone although we
Feel like we are
Just whisper the
Sweet words of Jesus
And he will guide
You each step
Of each day
Terry Shepherd
05/07/2013
http://www.youcaring.com/medical-fundraiser/too-much-pain-and-too-little-money/55964
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Oh Lord
Oh Lord we gather around today
And we are going to pray
That you watch over the people there
Please do not leave their area all bare
We sense the fear they carry
Their lives are not sweet and merry
Oh Lord we pray they are safe today
As the weather is having its way
Let them remember you are here
And wipe a way all their tears
You know the reasons why
That this storm is passing by
Oh Lord we trust you so
Please let this pass and go
Let their lives be quick to heal
Let them find shelter and a meal
I pray this in your holy name
Amen
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Dr. Charles Stanley
This was the devotion today, and since I got something out of it, I am passing it along to all of my friends also. Hope you enjoy also!
July 31
Defeating the Devil’s Strategies
All of us make tracks through the valley of failure. Then the key question is, What we will do next? Sadly, many believers who stumble give up a vibrant kingdom-serving life for a defeated existence. But failure can also be a chance for a new beginning of living in Christ’s strength.
In pride, Peter thought his faith was the strongest of all the disciples’ and swore that even if the others left Jesus, he never would (Mark 14:29). Yet when the time of testing came, he denied even knowing Christ–and did so three times (Matt. 26:69-75). Satan hoped the disciple would be so wounded by his own disloyalty that his faith would be undermined by shame, condemnation, and despair.
Likewise, when the Enemy sifts believers today, his goal is for us to become shelved and ineffective for God’s kingdom. That’s why he goes after our strengths, especially the areas in which we proudly consider ourselves invincible. But if we’re willing, the Lord can use our failures to do spiritual housecleaning, as He did in Peter’s life. After the resurrection, Jesus met with the disciple personally and restored him, preparing him to become a great leader in the early church. He made it clear that Peter’s potential to serve was defined, not by failure, but by his unwavering love for Christ.
Peter laid down his pride, received the healing Jesus offered, and put on courage with the Holy Spirit’s help. He then risked his life fearlessly to further the gospel, and many came to Christ through his example. Failure was the catalyst that grew in him a stronger, more authentic faith.
Another Piece From Dr. Charles Stanley
July 14/15
How to Cry Out to God
The phone rings, and you answer. A sullen voice informs you of a tragedy. Your heart is so heavy that you feel as though you could die. What do you do?
Bad news, danger, and pain all cause us to look for help. As believers, we dwell with the almighty God, who is able to aid us. At those moments when we are sideswiped by life’s circumstances, we should cry out to Him.
In the Bible, crying out refers to speaking audibly with great emotion concerning an urgent need. God invites us to use this form of prayer to communicate that we desperately need His mercy.
It takes both faith and humility to share our heart’s concern aloud. Crying out, then, is a way for God’s children to express trust in the Lord’s ability and willingness to help. By calling upon Him with such urgency, we also lay down our pride and any attitude of self-sufficiency.
The Word of God assures us that our Father hears our cries and responds. In Psalm 3:4, for example, David wrote, “I was crying to the Lord with my voice, and He answered from His holy mountain.” When we call aloud for help in Jesus’ name, we invite His power into the situation. Remember that there is strength in just speaking His name.
When we cry out to God, He may remove the problem immediately, yet we often have to wait for His perfect timing. Harsh circumstances might even be allowed to remain for His good purposes. But we can always count on His comfort and presence, which enable us to live with joy and hope.
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