GIVE THANKS TO THE LORD

 

I often thank the Lord,

 for watching me every day.

Never gone for a moment, 

even when I walk away.

I often thank the Lord,

 for he heard my every prayer.

Every time I need him, 

he promised he'll be there.

I often thank the Lord,

 that he heard my every cry.

He took away this shame,

 that I always had inside.

I often thank the Lord,

 for the life he gave for free.

Never judged me for my sins,

 but he surely loves me.

I often thank the Lord,

 for providing what I need today.

And each and every blessing,

 that will come this way.

SEEK GOD

 

My day has come, where it's hard to cope.

My mind is searching, where there is hope.

My heart does ache, for perfect love.

So then my soul, seeks God above.

My day goes bad and I'm feeling down.

My mind is lost, from pacing around.

My heart beats fast, in face of fear.

So then my soul, seeks God who's near.

YOU HEALED MY HEART AND CLEANSED MY SOUL.

YOU GAVE ME STRENGTH AND MADE ME WHOLE.

YOU SENT YOUR SPIRIT, TO GUIDE ME THROUGH.

YOU SHOW YOUR LOVE, IN ALL YOU DO.

My day is filled, with trial and error.

My mind is cluttered, with burdens I bear.

My heart is troubled, when no one cares.

So then my soul, seeks God who's there.

My day goes by, with so much stress.

My mind is looking, for peace and rest.

My heart is weary and hurting too.

So then my soul, calls out to you.

YOU HEALED MY HEART AND CLEANSED MY SOUL.

YOU GAVE ME STRENGTH AND MADE ME WHOLE.

YOU SENT YOUR SPIRIT, TO GUIDE ME THROUGH.

YOU SHOW YOUR LOVE, IN ALL YOU DO.

BROAD RIVER ROAD PRAYER

 

Down Broad River Road, I prayed to you.

That my burden was heavy, please help me through.

I called you Lord, to have mercy on me.

Help a wretched sinner, who's making this plea.

High above in heaven, you heard my cry.

You found me wandering and hurting inside.

You reached out in love and touched this soul.

By taking my life and making me whole.

Down Broad River Road, I prayed to you.

That my troubles never cease, what can I do.

It's so hard to bear, the problems that are there.

So I look to you and offer this prayer.

Help me overcome, the obstacles I face.

Guide me with your spirit, empowered by your grace.

You took my hand and helped me on the way.

Down a narrow path that led me to this day.

So any road I take, I can say a prayer.

I know in my heart, that you are there.

I can count on you, to be my guide.

Good times or bad, you're at my side.

MESSAGE FROM MY HEART

 

I'm writing you this note,

 even though it's too late to send.

When I could have written this note,

 way back then.

I could have written the words

 to say how much I care.

And find the words to say,

 that I'll always be there.

I could say to you,

 you're the best friend I know.

And send a card to say,

 that I will never let you go.

I wish I could go back in time,

 to do what I didn't do.

And say the things,

 like the words I LOVE YOU.

There were times I put off, 

on the words that I should say.

Until I find out it's too late,

 and you passed away.

I'm writing you this note,

 a message from my heart.

I wish I wrote this note,

 right from the start.

STARTING OVER

 

I feel the tension mounting,

 every second of every day.

The stress overwhelms me,

and nothing goes my way.

I lost my favorite job,

and my options are very few.

I lost my best friend,

what am I going to do?

Starting over was never easy, 

it never was meant to be.

It's always a time of learning,

and not a time of harmony.

My bills keep piling,

and all my cupboards are bare.

I reached out to others,

but no one really cares.

I lost another car,

and all my possessions too.

Here I am starting over,

at the age of sixty-two

Starting over was never easy,

it never was meant to be.

It's always a time of learning,

and not a time of harmony.

So I fix my eyes on Jesus,

I know he's always near.

He can take away my sorrows,

and cast away my fears.

I place my hope in Jesus,

even when life looks grim.

He promised to help me,

I know I can trust him. 

THANKS FOR BEING MY FRIEND

 

For all the cards and gifts, that came my way.

For all the times you called, you brighten my day.

For all the laughs, chats and the times we prayed.

For the birthday surprise and the games we played.

For all those times we shared back then.

THANKS FOR BEING MY FRIEND

For all the home cooked meals you shared.

For all the notes you wrote, to say you cared.

For all the kindness and compassion you've shown.

For all the times you made me feel right at home.

For all those times we shared back then.

THANKS FOR BEING MY FRIEND

For all the holidays, anniversaries and birthdays too.

For all the trips to church, I was always with you.

For all the doctor visits, dining and shopping at a store.

The times we put up a Christmas tree and so much more.

For all those times we shared back then.

THANKS FOR BEING MY FRIEND.

THE ULTIMATE LIST

 

                     Goals                       Achieve It

                     Faith                        Act on it

                     Life                           Live it

                     Talent                      Use it

                     Love                        Give it

                     Smile                       Show it

                     Food                        Share it                            

                     Faults                      Admit it

                     Volunteer               Provide it

                     Money                    Donate it

                     Church                   Visit it

                     Career                   Pursue it

                     Pray                         Do it

                     Forgiveness         Practice it     

                      Time                  Don't waste it

                     Opportunity           Seize it

                      Health                  Work on it

                  Ten Commandments     Obey it

                      Bible                         Read it

                     God's Promises        Believe it

I WILL REMEMBER YOU

 

So many days have come and gone.

But the memories of you is still strong.

From the first day when we just met.

To the last day I will never forget.

You're the most caring person I ever knew.

I will remember you.

I look through the photographs and see.

How wonderful it use to be.

All the things we use to do.

All the places we went to.

Our love for each other grew.

I will remember you.

Day and night I see your face.

Moments of love you can't erase.

We became best friends.

Our love seem to have no end.

Until God called you home. 

I will remember you.

PLAY IT FOR CJ

 

All the times you helped me.

All the food you shared.

All the things you did for me.

You showed you really cared.

My times with you I treasure,

more precious than real gold.

Those times we prayed together,

those memories I'll always hold.

My times with you were splendid,

I thank God every day.

Those memories keep me going,

they'll never fade away.

My times with you were special,

we were happy as can be.

Those times we ate together,

and also watched TV.

My times with you have ended,

it's so hard to say goodbye.

Till we meet again,

those memories will never die.

CJ

 CJ

My heart aches every time I see.

The empty chair near the TV.

My best friend suddenly passed away.

Part of me died and I'm left astray.

I miss CJ, she was my best friend.

We had great times till the end.

I know God will call me home too.

Till we meet again, CJ, I LOVE YOU!

NEW CHAPTER IN LIFE

 

   There is a book titled, 

"THE BOOK OF LIFE"

Inside this book you'll find,

every word we said.

No matter if the words,

 were good or bad, 

 We cannot change it,

 or even erase it.

As long as we're alive,

the story isn't over.

There's a new chapter titled,

A NEW BEGINNING"

We start on a new page,

that is called today.

The page is empty,

that needs to be filled.

This page is reserved,

 for you and me.

Will you join me,

 in this next chapter?

Let's start with words,

that contain love and forgiveness.

Let our actions show, 

we love God and each other.

 

PLEASE HELP ME

        Sometimes I want to pray,

        not knowing what to say.

        Except the tears I want to cry,

        and for you to be at my side.

        Sometimes I want to pray,

        with the words I want to say.

        The moment I want to see,

        when you are there to hold me.

        Sometimes I want to pray,

        with the words I need to say.

        For you to answer my plea,

        the words of PLEASE HELP ME!

This Is Your Story

 

              This is your story,

 what have you done?

Have you shown kindness,

 do you love everyone?

This is your moment,

 what will you do?

What will you say,

 when someone comes to you?

The people you meet,

 what emotion do you create?

Consider your choices,

 it's love or it's hate,

We must heed God's word,

 because it's all true.

If you love God, 

you'll obey his word too.

This is your story,

 what will you do?

When someone you know,

 is angry at you.

This is your moment,

 the impact you can make.

From your own words, 

and the action you take.

Your emotions buildup,

 what thoughts do you create?

Consider your choices,

 it's love or it's hate.

We must heed God's word,

 because it's all true.

If you love God,

 you'll obey his word too.

This is your story,

 how will it end?

You'll be judged,

 on what you did back then.