DO GOD'S WILL

 

I keep on living,

I'm not going to stop.

Even when I get discouraged,

I'm not giving up.

I obey the Lord,

I do what he ask.

I give it my best,

in any given task.

I have a purpose,

God uses me to fulfill.

The reason I was created,

to do God's will.

I'm called by God, 

not based on my ability.

But my obedience to serve,

and I'm willing.

There's no better way,

to live this life.

Go forth on my mission,

as long as I'm alive.

And in the end,

when I'm finished.

God will reward me,

according to what I accomplished. 

WHAT I KNOW

 

I'm so happy, 

that God loves me.

And I know his love,

goes on endlessly.

His grace and mercy,

is there every day.

The help he's provided,

when there's no way.

He cares about me,

he's there wherever I go.

He'll never forsake me,

that's what I know.

God has comforted me,

the moments I grieved.

He's done many things,

including healing I received.

The mistakes I've made,

the sins I committed.

With God's redemption plan,

I was forgiven.

So you can see now,

when I tell you this.

What my life shows,

how great God is.

  

ACTION SPEAK LOUDER THAN WORDS

 

Our actions speak louder,

than the words we say.

So if we serve God,

people will see it on display.

When God forgives us, 

we do the same.

We show we obey,

just like we proclaim.

Since God loves us,

and we believe it's true.

We are to love God,

and love others too.

When God provides for us,

we share with one another.

Whether plenty or less,

God loves a cheerful giver.

If we say we have faith,

it'll show by our good deed.

We don't hesitate to help,

when there's a need.

When we do God's will,

and put aside our ways.

We're committed to God,

and give him praise.

EVERYONE HAS A STORY

 

Everyone has a story,

a life changing moment.

It defines who we are,

and we should share it.

I came across a man,

who had a story to tell.

What he had to say,

it did not go well.

He was a go getter,

who was stricken with an illness.

Despite many different tests,

they made no progress.

But he didn't give up,

he decided to pray.

Let God take over,

and do it his way.

Days became weeks,

with many sleepless nights.

So he kept praying,

help me win this fight.

With witnesses around,

he suddenly was healed.

They called it a miracle,

his prayer was answered.

When he turned his focus,

and relied on God's grace.

Then he finally realized,

why this trial took place.

He was drawn closer to God,

in the midst of strife.

Now he can say, 

God changed his life.

BE LIKE JESUS

 

Do what Jesus did,

love like Jesus loves.

Say what Jesus said,

forgive like Jesus does.

Stand on his promises,

pray like Jesus taught.

Know he's always here,

there's never a time he's not.

Learn about our Savior,

that includes his love.

It's much more than,

we can measure or think of.

The greatest love shown,

was what Jesus did.

He died on the cross,

for all our sins.

Remember the story,

about the Good Samaritan.

Jesus did it by example,

so we do it.

If we love Jesus,

we want to be like him.

So in all our actions,

we do what Jesus did.

ODE TO VOLUNTEERS

 

He may seem ordinary,

but his desire shows.

He makes people happy,

wherever he goes.

He has this goal,

that keeps him going.

Not to earn money,

but volunteer in helping.

It can be anyone,

even in the neighborhood.

To someone grieving,

or someone homebound.

It could be a friend,

or someone in the family.

There may be a stranger

he happens to see.

He has this confidence,

he can make a difference.

Because of God's help,

and the Lord's guidance.

You may not know him,

but there's so many others.

That do the same thing,

be kind to one another.  

WHAT GOD CAN DO

 

What God can do,

is turn things around.

Remember the walls of Jericho,

that came crashing down.

Water came flowing out,

in a desert field.

Dead bones came alive,

many people were healed.

God displayed his power,

to defeat the enemies.

God shown his sovereignty,

to fulfill his prophecies.

He performs many miracles,

even to this day.

It may seem impossible,

God makes a way.

God is not a spectator,

whenever we struggle.

God is our refuge and strength,

in times of trouble.

There's a reason to believe,

no matter what we face.

He's faithful to his Word,

so his help will take place.

 

SAVOR EACH MOMENT

 

You can make plans,

for someone you love.

Do everything possible,

that you can think of.

You imagine your time,

how great it'll be.

Because all you want,

is to make her happy.

But nothing is guaranteed,

especially what happens tomorrow.

Because in my experience,

it brought me sorrow.

My dreams were shattered,

the moment she passed away.

No more times together,

no more plans to make.

I faced the fact,

nothing lasts forever.

Even when I had,

the best friend ever.

This is my reminder,

don't take life for granted.

As long as I'm alive,

I savor each moment.  

I CAN DO THIS

 

I know I'm getting older,

and my strength has diminished.

One thing hasn't changed,

God's plan for me is not finished.

I have my limitations,

but I have this confidence.

What God calls me to do,

I have his assurance.

He gives me strength,

and his divine guidance.

I'm filled with the Holy Spirit,

so I can do this.

Doubts can fill my mind,

I'm not good enough.

What skills do I have,

that I can think of?

When I have these thoughts,

there's a reminder in the Bible.

It's God who equips me,

that's why I'm able.

So with each new task,

God works through me.

So I accomplish his plans,

that brings God the glory.

OUR SPIRITUAL HEALTH

 

While we may succeed,

to gain material wealth.

But have we considered,

about our spiritual health?

There's different viewpoints,

on this important matter.

There's many ways to heaven,

or we need a Savior.

What the evil preaches,

their intentions are clear.

Their message is to deceive,

but appealing to hear.

Their goal is to blind you,

from the real truth.

What God provides is grace,

that can save you.

The Bible reveals God's Word, 

salvation is freely given.

But we need to repent,

so we can be forgiven.

If we choose Jesus,

we discover he's the one.

The way, truth and life,

the only way it's done.

REMAIN STEADFAST

 

Keep on praying, keep on serving,

keep on living for Jesus.

Every moment, every day,

always seek his presence.

Keep on smiling, keep on singing,

keep praising our Savior Lord.

Keep on reading, the Holy Bible,

meditate on his Word.

Keep on striving, keep on hoping,

keep your spiritual fervor going.

Never stopping, never waver,

there's a purpose for your living.

Keep on helping, keep on sharing,

where love is always shown.

In your actions, in your words,

let it be known.

Even the times when you struggle,

remain steadfast in your trial.

Because God's will, it produces perseverance,

which is vital.

If you hold on and stand firm,

till the very end.

According to what you've done,

you will be rewarded.

MATTER OF PERSPECTIVE

 

Able, Leery and Folly,

spent time together.

Despite their differences,

and arguments with each other.

They made an effort,

to seek common ground.

They had one similar interest,

it was at the playground.

But suddenly it all changed,

when Able made a suggestion.

"Let's complete the project,

that we never finished."

With complete confidence,

Able said, "let's do it!"

Able was very capable,

he was fully committed.

But Folly scowled at Able,

"this is a crazy task."

He dismissed Able's idea,

"it's a foolish thing you ask."

"Let's try?" Able asked Leery,

he tried to convince him.

He used words of encouragement,

even though the odds were slim.

Leery's immediate reaction,

was not a complete shock.

Back and forth he debated,

when he made his remark.

Leery reluctantly said, "No,"

with mixed emotions.

Despite Able's earnest efforts,

Leery made his decision.

Able stood all alone,

mad at the two.

They should have tried,

in Able's point of view.

GOD MAKES A WAY

 

I'm pursuing my goal,

and I'm raring to go.

Any obstacles won't stop me,

because I already know.

Even if I fail,

or it's another dead end.

I rely on the Lord,

so I'll try again.

GOD MAKES A WAY,

WHEN I DON'T SEE HOW.

HE HAS IT ALL PLANNED,

FOR LATER OR FOR NOW.

SO I PRAY CONTINUALLY,

AND KEEP THIS IN MIND.

IT'S ACCORDING TO GOD'S WILL,

AND DONE IN HIS TIME.

I've been turned down,

that I lost count.

I had my moments,

when I began to doubt.

When I hear the words,

I'm not good enough.

That I'm not qualified,

but I'm not giving up.

GOD MAKES A WAY,

WHEN I DON'T SEE HOW.

HE HAS IT ALL PLANNED,

FOR LATER OR FOR NOW.

SO I PRAY CONTINUALLY,

AND KEEP THS IN MIND.

IT'S ACCORDING TO GOD'S WILL,

AND DONE IN HIS TIME.