WHAT IF

What if God couldn't take the time to bless us today because we couldn't take the time to thank him yesterday. . . What if God decided to stop leading us tomorrow because we didn't follow him today. . . What if God didn't walk with us today because we failed to recognize it as his day. . . What if we never saw another flower bloom because we grumbled when God sent the rain. . . What if God stopped loving and caring for us because we failed to love and care for others. . . What if God took away the Bible tomorrow because we would not read it today. . . What if God took away his message because we failed to listen to the messenger. . . What if God didn't send his only begotten son because he wanted us to be prepared to pay the price for sin. . . What if the door of the church was closed because we did not open the door to our heart. . . What if God answered our prayers the way we answer his call to service. . .

Golden Memories

Golden Memories

A thousand golden memories
Tied up in a bow
Locked inside this shell you see
Not lost as you must know

Love is not responding
When body fails the mind
But love is with you every day
In a joy that you must find

I will be leaving shortly
As you have probably guessed
These years we've had together
We truly have been blessed

I'll be your soul companion
both now and evermore
another thousand memories
most surely are in store

Time to Hear the Calling

close your eyes and go to sleep
there is no need for you to weep
your journey now has come to end
others now, your flock will tend

strength's not just in living
or standing through the pain
it's also in the letting go
accepting life's refrain

a lullaby of sadness
a tearful psalm or prayer
a final thought and witness
from friends and family there

know that in this moment
you're surrounded by our love
it's time to hear the calling
from God in heaven above

Written From The Heart

Poetry is a wonderful gift
When written from the heart;
It can bring a smile to a lonely face,
Or make you cry and tear you apart.

You are given a glimpse into someone's life
And with compassion you learn to feel,
The need to share with others,
Love and understanding, that is truly for real.

You don't ridicule others with the words you choose,
If you've never walked in their shoes;
You write with compassion and commitment,
When you care for others, you cannot lose!

The words that you write, may affect others' lives,
You must choose them wisely with care;
Write from the heart with love and compassion,
For this gift God has given, for you to share.

Forget Me Not

Forget me not, for I am there
In the beat of your heart,
On the wing of your prayer.

Forgive me my parting and leaving you thus,
A joyous reunion is waiting for us!

Continue to strive toward your goal and be brave.
Know that my love didn't stop at the grave.

My spirit is with you through good times and bad.
I share all the joys and the sorrows you've had.

Feel my presence within your next breath
And realize there's no distance in death.

Ask for my help and I'll answer your call.
Reach for my hand when you stumble and fall.

Run the last mile with a smile on your face.
My arms will be waiting when you finish the race.

Always remember, my love is right there
In the beat of your heart,
On the wing of your prayer.

~ He Sees ~

Feeling as if her heart would break,
Stinging words, they had lashed out.
The tears she held, so deep within,
Revealed her anguish and doubt.

They cut as if a two-edged sword.
She fought the emotions within.
But, in the recesses of her mind,
Words echoed time and again.

In the stillness of the night,
She knelt to voice her plea.
Within her soul, she plainly heard,
"Fear not, because He sees."

He knows your deepest heartaches.
Unnoticed? Not even one.
He's interceding for you,
For, you see, He's God's own Son.

There's nothing that could be hidden.
All things lay before Him bare.
Toss your burdens on the Lord.
He loves you and He cares.

Choose to walk in love and joy.
Let your heart be filled with peace.
All your pain will soon recede,
Just remember that He sees.

The Ocean

The sounds of the ocean are like friends to me,
They make life easier and help me to see.
That life can be peaceful and yet full of strife,
The waves can be soft, or cut like a knife.
You need friends to help you swim,
To struggle alone or rely on them.
Family also can help you move through the sea,
And you can't help but be,
Grateful to all who love you for you,
They are always there to see you through.
God rules the ocean and all the sounds,
So in Him we must be found.
Trusting in Him to carry us through,
The waves of the ocean and all that is blue.

There's A Reason

I was always taught, there's a reason
That people do the things they do,
Though you may not always like them.
Their heart hides a secret from you.

If they're quick to bite your head off
Or constantly brag and boast,
Remember, the people we like the least
May need our love the most.

Could it be they had been abused
Or even ridiculed all their lives?
These are the type of hurtful things
That make sure their heart survives.

But, the heart that survives is hardened
And, on the seas of life, they coast.
Remember, the people we like the least
May need our love the most.

Reality of Life

Life isn't just full of happiness,
It's sunsets, it's love, it's tears.
It's the thoughts of yesterdays memories,
That can wash away all out fears.

It's that very painful experience,
That each one of us has had.
It's the laughter that fills the air,
It's the tears when you are sad.

It's loving that someone special,
That at one time made you smile.
It's the pain of losing that person,
But the memories that make it worthwhile.

It's that child in every one of us,
Although in time we'll all be old.
It's the good times we'll never forget,
It's the memories we'll always hold.

It's the hug that we all need,
When we'd rather drown in our sorrow.
It's the hope in every one of us,
That makes us hold on for tomorrow.

God's Blessings

New friends and old
Adventures so bold
God’s way of saying
Are you still praying

Met a senior friend who
Loves to laugh and play
Charming and daring
And she’s so caring

So when we let go
To step out boldly
God’s mission is done
As we unite as one

To find kindness and love
Acceptance and laughter
These are truly God's gifts
That we share ever after

So take that first step
And say how do you do
The riches of God’s blessings
Are just waiting for you