Celebration

     So, at this special, awesome time of the year, have you ever heard any one make this statement?  'I wish that Christmas could be every day'.

     Have you ever thought about that too?  Given the state of the 🌎 world that we live in, that's not hard.  We live in a dark, impersonal and lonely, lost world.

     There are so many hurting 💕 hearts searching for a brighter horizon.  Yet, there doesn't seem to be much to grasp for.  It seems to be getting darker.

     Now, if we think about Christmas as most do, we think about a holiday once a year that is convenient.  It is a time off from work.  It is a time for baking, parties and great 🎁 gifts.

      But, that definition is from the human ❤ heart.  The real meaning of 🎄 Christmas happened long ago.  A beautiful baby was born to parents of humble means in a small town called Bethlehem.

     There were no black Friday sales.  There were no Christmas trees.  But, the greatest 🎁 gift of all was given that night that was priceless.

     God gave his beloved Son into the 🌎 world to be born of a virgin so that all who have sinned may be set free.  That is pure, perfect 💘 love personified.

     So you can celebrate Christmas every day.  Just remember the Christ in Christmas.  It is a time to give thanks for His precious 🎁 gift of Salvation and love.

     I challenge you in your pathway to celebrate Christmas every day.  Give a lost and hurting person the gift of His hope by giving them the light of His love and telling them the true story of Christmas.

    Spend some time every day celebrating and thanking the Lord for the greatest gift of all!

God bless you all!

The Christmas Lesson

A Father wanted to teach his young son the true meaning of 🎄 Christmas.  He was truly worried about all of the commercialism that seemed to be everywhere.

His son was just four years old.  Yet even kids at such a young age are influenced.  So he told him that any 🎁 gifts this year couldn't cost much.

His son knows about the story of Jesus.  He has been raised in the church.  So he gave him a little project.  He gave his son a notebook.

He was given one week to draw a picture of everything he wanted.  When the little boy brought it back the Father wasn't expecting much.

He opened the cover and expected to see toys.  But what he saw put bewilderment on his face.  There were three big red hearts.

The Father asked him what it meant.  His son looked at him and smiled.  The first heart meant that he was going to love and help him

forever.

The second heart meant that he was going to live and love the Lord always.

The third heart meant that he was going to love others forever.

Tears began to stream down his father's face.  He was trying to teach him a life lesson.  But u

Instead he himself learned the greatest lesson of all

The 🎄 Christmas Candle

A young 👧 girl sat weeping feeling so alone in the deepest way...

She was feeling so broken and hurting like no one even cared

She couldn't see promise and felt so lost and empty every day

No one bothered to acknowledge her and sometimes it is hard to bear.

But one day a lady appeared and gave her a Christmas 🎁 gift new and pure.

It is a perfect sweet gift of love that cannot be bought or sold

It is a source of hope to lean on with strength to endure

And a symbol of peace and excitement that she can surely hold.

She opened the wooden box and wondered exactly what's inside...

It was a beautiful hand painted candle and a card to see

The girl began to read the words as the lady stood by her side

She wanted to understand it all with her heart so perfectly.

The letter said 'light this candle when you need a dear friend to call?'

'Then take two steps back close your eyes and look to God above

For he will always be your everything and your all in all

Let Him have your faith and receive his perfect awesome love.

The girl gave thanks for that tiny important precious Christmas gift...

When you hold it in your hands it reminds you of blessings with grace

She wanted to thank the woman who gave her life a brighter lift

And she reached out for her Saviour who gave her a mighty embrace.

A Lesson In Hope

Candy was excited to get a call from her best friend one day...

She had only been home on her college break for a little while

She wanted to spend time with her dear friend in a dire way

And to see the brilliant light of her kind and caring, wholesome smile.

Her friend took her to a holiday sale that started before daylight...

When they arrived, people were already lined up at the main door

And when they finally opened it was a truly horrific sight

Candy and her friend were pushed inside not knowing what was in store.

People shoved and moved about without even an ounce of care...

Suddenly, Candy reached out and she and her friend fell to the floor

A sense of true chaos and mischief seem to be everywhere

Candy stood up and yelled not being able to take it anymore.

She told everyone they could get great deals at a party tonight...

Having the attention of the room she told them just where to be

And although her friend looked at her with a confused sense of great fright

Together the two pals walked out of the room with hope happily.

Candy took her friends hand and they started to pray with humbled love...

That Jesus would take a small seed and make it something super great

He would bless it and create a divine miracle from above

So that others would always remember His power and the great date.

Well many people showed up at the church program that very night...

And although some left, a lot were intrigued and decided to stay

They found new hope in Jesus and a beautiful promising sight

A mighty Christmas miracle of love became real on that day.

Because Jesus planted a small seed in a young girl's heart so true...

And she stood up for what really mattered most and what she believed

Others were able to hear the truth to keep for their lifetime through

And true love was allowed to blossom and to be greatly received!

The Christmas Seed

The Pastor began to announce about the Christmas party Sunday...

He told everyone to bring a gift that would bless other hearts with 💘 love

It would be a time to share God's love in a very special bright way

And give all praise, joy, and thanksgiving to the Saviour above.

Everyone was 😊 happy to share at the event joyful and grand...

They gathered and brought colorful packages of all sizes that night

Suddenly, something spectacular appeared that wasn't even planned

To everyone it was a happy yet unexpected true sight.

The Pastor's grandson, barely five brought his package to submit so true...

It was wrapped in newspaper as he presented it with delight

His Grandfather told him that this is something he didn't have to do

But he just 😃 smiled brighter with child like happiness and delight.

One by one each person drew a present from the gifts that were bestowed...

The little boy looked puzzled and saddened at everything he'd see

Suddenly his Grandpa's pastor friend picked the gift that he had sown

The 👦 boy smiled again and perked up so happily.

As the man took the newspaper away he saw a small bible there...

The cover was a little torn but otherwise it wasn't that bad

Tears filled the man's eyes as he walked over and hugged the young boy with care

The child saw the happiness and said how delighted he was and glad.

The Pastor knelt by his grandsons side and asked him a question too...

He wanted to know why he was giving his cherished bible away

The boy reminded the Pastor of what he had said they should do

Give something that would bless someone's life for Christmas in a mighty way.

Tears began to fill the Pastor's eyes as he looked at his grandsons joy...

He looked unto Heaven and gave thanks unto his Saviour with humbled 💘 love

For he sent him the Christmas Seed in an innocent and true young boy

A reminder of the true meaning of Christmas from Heaven above.

My Heart’s Prayer

Sometimes my heart feels so distant and alone

Searching and not understanding with all care

Yearning for something special to call my own

Lord, you see the unsettledness my heart bears.

Nothing seems to make too much sense anymore

My heart searches for purpose with clarity

Lord, you feel my heaviness at your heart’s door

And lovingly open your arms wide for me.

You begin to provide insight by your grace

And show me just how special I am to you

It will become clear at the right time and place

A heart of Faith, Trust, and Love will see me through.

My Heart's Light

Sweet Jesus.....

Sometimes when I look at the world so plainly all around me...

And try to figure everything out so completely and sure

I become so distressed by all of the disarray I see

I find it hard to build strength to live happily and endure.

But then your great mercy and compassion tug at my heart's core...

Reaching out with a love and grace that can't be found anywhere

Telling me to leave all my burdens at Heavens mighty door

You'd take care of me, fill me with your peace and always be there.

Now I knew I never had to be conflicted again..

The light of my path would be bright with hope and promise so true

I knew that I have my eternal Saviour and dear best friend

He will be my foundation and anchor in all that I do.

Just One Name

Precious Lord.....

When I start on my pathway feeling lost and alone...

Believing like I don't have direction to the day

I try on my own to find some purpose in it all

But in my humanity I cannot find the way.

Suddenly a hand of love reaches for me so true...

Letting me know I'm important and so adored

Whispering one name for all that I say and do

Jesus is my bright light and what I am living for.

I dropped to my knees and gave praise to Him in glory...

Tears slowly streamed from my eyes as my heart could now sing

My Emanuel is my breath and my life's story

He is the sum total of my world and everything.

Healing Oil

My Jesus...

I need your healing anointing to flow brilliantly...

A beautiful cascade of devotion from above

Ready to restore all of the greatest parts of me

And make me a new masterpiece of joy with your love.

Set my emotions in line with who you truly are...

Positive, happy, and delightful in every way

For when I look to you my ambitions will go far

You are my guiding light of peace for every day.

I need body renewal to the. greatest degree...

Make everything brand new Lord as only you can

Look inside my heart and see the purest part of me

Prepare me with your grace according to your plan.

Lord I need a movement of your mighty spirit true...

Let it flow like holy oil everywhere

And start a fresh beginning making all so brand new

Jesus I'm waiting for your presence that will be there.

The Beauty Of Your Mercy

Jesus...

Your mercy is like a tender comfort to bring my heart happiness...

Knowing that I can always come to you and talk to you at all times

You are the understanding Father that touches my life with the best

And helps me to always feel your presence with a perfect love so kind.

You know that I am a sinner saved by grace and not perfect at all...

Yet you love me beyond infinity and call me your child so blessed

Ready with great compassion and forgiveness whenever I may call

I need to give you my burdens so heavy and you'll handle the rest.

I am honored to be called your beloved child in all I do...

And know that I can come before your throne with humility so grand

I will always get the best of it all from your heart and straight from you

My precious Lord Jesus I am waiting upon your great master plan.

A Prayer Of Refreshment

My Jesus...

I dedicate this day to you, hour by hour...

Fill it with everything wonderful that comes from you

A great refreshment of your anointing and power

Surrounded by your love in everything I do.

Help me to know the movement of your precious, great hands...

And the beautiful peace that surrounds me in each case

I want to see your desire and mightiest plans

And for you to be the endless joy that fills my face.

Jesus, please make this a day that brings us closer still...

I want your love working more powerfully in me

And helping me know the blueprint of your mighty will

Jesus, each day in your light is where I want to be.

Breathtaking Rain

A man was 🚶 walking along a pathway one day...

Just 🙏 praying with great tears streaming from his eyes

He needed great promise and couldn't see a way

Even though he searched for hope that was surely wise.

Just then, a man came a long and reached out so kind...

The first man told him what was on his mind and more

The stranger asked him if his faith was strong and fine

He answered that he never leaned on faith before.

The stranger led him to Christ with a simple 🙏 prayer...

They prayed for his need knowing it would come true

It showed how much another heart can truly care

And reach out with such great happiness to help you.

Just then the 📱 phone rang with news to delight the ❤ heart...

His friend was doing better and will be ok

The man turned to thank the stranger right from the start

But this generous soul had disappeared that day.

The man looked up to heaven and thanked God with love...

He would live for Him and serve Him his whole life through

He thanked Him for sending his angel from above

From now on, he'd lean on faith in what he may do.

My Lord

You are the beauty that makes each day worth living...

The great hope that beautifully shapes tomorrow's hour

I'm in awe at your sweet heart that's always giving

And your breathtaking anointing that gives me power.

My eyes look to you my source of everything...

For things worth having can only come from above

I'm yearning for your touch and all that it should bring

Jesus cover me with a wash of your great love.

When someone sees me and looks at my joyous face...

They ask how I live every day so happily

I tell them I'm your child in your warm embrace

And that they too can have it all so perfectly.

Amen.

The Thanksgiving Table

The Thanksgiving Table

Father:

I see a beautiful table set before me,

It's all arranged with detail; so lavish and fair

The food dishes have been placed down so perfectly

Each chair has been positioned with the greatest care.

Yet, something feels to be somewhat different this year,

There's a breathtaking light that seems to fill the room

I look at it all and begin to shed a tear

My curious heart yearns to know much more and soon.

At the head chair, there's a crown shining brilliantly,

As I walk around, things begin to grow more clear

The next spot was mine and all that God's done for me

Looking at it all, I shed another tear.

I saw a space for all of my friends and loved ones

and all those from day to day I don't truly know

There was a clear picture of what God's love had done

A true sense of promise and hope began to show.

As I walked further around the room, on my way,

Your presence and mighty power grew brighter still

I dropped down to my knees not knowing what to say

I gloried in your presence and masterful will.

You showed me to be thankful in all that I am

To see your grace and love in all things, with great care

and not to complain at all, for this is your plan

But, trust in you and know that you are always there.

I proudly took my place at the table that day,

For I'd learned what Thanksgiving truly means to me

Giving thanks to God for it all on life's pathway

and doing it humbly and with purity.

Amen

The Thankgiving Question

A question was asked of one man so plainly and direct...

Please tell me sir, what in this world are you most thankful for?

He thought, and wanted his answer to be the very best

Well, I have everything I could ever want and much more.

But then, a man who had nothing stepped up to answer too...

The first man smirked at the thought of what his answer would be

He smiled, and called himself a blessed man his whole lifetime through

Because of God's goodness, his friends and loving family.

The first man bowed his head in shame at his answer so true..

He asked the other man why he is so happy each day

He answered, Because Jesus is my hope in all I do

No matter what or where, he will always make a great way.

Tears began to fall as he fell down to his knees and cried..

The good man put his arm around him and began to pray

He knew that God's love and grace by them would abide

And a brand new heart and life for Jesus was born that day.

The first man looked at things differently with blessed happiness...

He was thankful for what came from Jesus heart with much love

He learned that the simple things in life are the true success

And makes sure to display a grateful heart to God above.

Just One Path

My Jesus...

I see 👣 footsteps leading to the doors of your kingdom so true...

Yet, the long way is quite narrow and straight forward at its best

I repent of my sins and rededicate my life to you

I know that you 💘 love me and I'll be with you in happiness.

But Lord I know with you all things are possible every day...

You empower me with your goodness, strength and eternal love.

I can tell others about your love and the one, only real way

And they will find that one true path to eternal life above.

For true success is found in serving, loving and praising you...

And being an instrument so that others know what is real

There is just one path to life's greatest treasure that so true

Lord, I want others to know about our bond and how I feel.

Amen.

Yearning For Perfect Peace

Jesus...

When the heart is searching for perfect peace to flow and make all things new...

It can be a dream and desire that's impossible to find

For everything wonderful flows from your breathtaking heart Lord from you

Brand new seeds of hope replanted that brings promise from your hands in kind.

You tell me how much you love me and that won't change in any way...

One move of your great spirit and there's a flow of purest happiness

Giving me a calm in my spirit and an endurance for each day

Realizing that you are my perfect peace and that I am truly blessed.

Knowing that I have found the greatest information that must be shared...

And spread the good news of purest joy to even one life so true

Letting them know how much you love them and that you will always be there

I can make a true difference telling even one person about you.

You Are My Anchor

Jesus...

You are the air that perfectly fills my lungs every day...

You are the power that gives my heart joy to beat strong and true

When my spirit needs direction I know you'll provide the way

There is no doubt that my soul Lord can always look upon you.

You are my perfect peace that gives me strength to take on each step...

And not only succeed but do so with my Saviors delight

I can do anything because you always give me your best

You are my foundation who keeps me strong with heavenly might.

Jesus you are my anchor for all that I am and much more...

I know that you will take care of me and have a special plan

I can't wait to see what you have in mind down at your hearts core

My Jesus I am reaching out with pure love for your great hand.

Mirror Of Life

Precious Jesus.....

The greatest honor is what you have given to me...

Being called your beloved child that means all to you

It's a cherished gift I'll praise for eternity

I want others to see your love in all that I do.

I want your 💘 love to live within me in such a way...

That it shows your precious mercy, goodness and the best

When others see my heart and life near them every day

They'll know your precious goodness and joy and be so blessed.

Jesus, make me a mirror of you and your great love.....

I'm a citizen of Heaven, doing your will true

That others may come to know your grace and joy above

And everything super special that can come from you.

Even if one life looks beyond the mirror and glare.....

And makes the decision to live every day for you

The Kingdom trumpets will sound with delight everywhere

Welcoming a heart saved for your glory now so new!

I Need Your Light

My Jesus....

I need your breathtaking light to be the guiding point of my days...

Guiding my footsteps and helping me through the ☁ clouds that are so near

Like a lighthouse of peace and love showing me the perfect, real way

Holding me in your arms of love and filling me with peace so dear

I need your sweet love to be my power on my pathway so true...

Giving me a reason to go

 ahead with delight and majesty

Your grace will be my solution that I can always count on you

You are always blessing and bringing out the very best in me.

I need your perfect touch to begin something wonderful and grand...

A Horizon so incredible it brings peace and so much more

I can see the opening of your heart and your mighty, pure hands

Lord, I'm waiting for a move of your spirit like never before!

The Greatest Honor

My Wonderful Jesus.....

When I stop to think what is important and so real...

My mind just cannot see a purpose for each new day

Sometimes I wonder why I'm saddened, and what to feel

But then your sweet heart reaches out in a loving way.

You tell me you adore me with love and happiness...

And how you are working and going the extra mile

I begin to fill with gratitude and feel so blessed

But then you tell me something that really makes me 😃 smile.

.caYou tell me I'm your beloved child close to your heart true...

Your precious son or daughter in which you take delight

I am so thankful to receive this honor from you

And now can walk more clearly with a special new sight.

For I am yours and want to tell hearts on every shore...

The sweetest things come to those who look to Heavens gate

So they can realize how much they mean to you and more

Let me be your dear disciple Lord, don't hesitate!

Perfect Blessings

Jesus...

Blessings flow like pure raindrops from your breathtaking ❤ heart above...

They come in all possible forms and unpredictable size

Each one is uniquely created and made with perfect love

By a Saviour who knows our needs and is holy and so wise.

It may not be visible to us and our hearts right away...

The things of the world may prevent us from what we need to see

But God's mercy comes in to bring pure clarity to each day

And give us the right vision of His love for eternity.

The perfect blessings are pieces of God's sweet heart for us all..

They are seeds of enrichment that we need for every day

Beautiful symbols that show God's breathtaking grace through it all

Please continue to teach me Lord to see and hear you always.

The Beauty Of Every Moment

My Jesus.....

The beauty of every moment my Lord is found in you...

You are the light that illustrates the promise for each day

The love that is my strength and power to always see me through

The anointing to give me great guidance all along the way.

The beauty of every moment is found when two hearts are one.....

And you take over and become the Lord of all that I am

I hear you and follow your will my adventure has begun

I can find true success by staying close to your perfect plan.

The beauty of every moment comes straight from your heart of gold....

I'll have all good things as I enjoy its mighty overflow

Lord, you are my everything and I have faith in you untold

I can always see beauty even through clouds this I do know!

Heaven's Window

My Breathtaking Saviour..

My ❤ heart, at times, can be like a 💔 broken ship wandering on the sea...

Searching for new ports of promise, and bright lights of hope to now show

And sometimes there is emptiness and 😕 confusion deep within me

I'm soon overwhelmed with stress and a fear I don't want to know.

But, then your beautiful ❤ heart begins to open wider with love...

Each window in Heaven has a cup of Grace on every sill

Beautiful mercy and joy begin to rain from Heaven above

My heart begins to get a clear picture of you and your will.

You show me that you are in control of everything large and small...

And soon your healing power begins to make something new in me

A breathtaking vessel filled with your spirit to be strong and tall

And your great power soon opens my eyes that I may truly see.

Now my heart is a ship guided by your lighthouse in many ways..

And I have a strong foundation to guide me to my pathways true

Jesus you are my leader and my everything for all my days

I can find the light of promise and hope for who I am in you.

Revelations

Wonderful Jesus..

I know without a doubt that I can't do things on my own...

Even though with stubbornness and ignorance I will try

Nothing ever works out as past instances have shown

I always land up wondering and asking myself why.

Then you nudge me and let me know that you are always near...

I kneel down in prayer and give everything Lord to you

But I get impatient waiting on your heart that's so dear

You remind me that in your time you are faithful and true.

You have a plan and purpose and want the best things for me...

Including learning great patience to wait along the way

And you will always be on time with great things now to see

Leading me to a miraculous new and brighter great day.

I am grateful for these revelations that are new...

They show me with clarity how I need you more and more

You are my light of promise in everything I do

I wait so patiently on my knees at your great hearts door.

The Art Session

My Beloved Jesus...

You look down and see me crying so uncontrollably..

It weighs on your perfectly beautiful ❤ heart with power

I look at all things negative that I think about me

The strong 😱 fear begins to tear all things down and devour.

I call myself a failure and worthless through and through...

There's no reason to continue without hope anymore

Suddenly a sense of real urgency comes Lord from you

As you reach out your arms and send sweet peace from Heavens door.

Your love flows through me like honey cleansing all a new..

You begin a wonderful exciting work in me

Suddenly I'm a new person in all I do

I am your breathtaking masterpiece for all to soon see.

I'm worth more than all of the treasures that one can think of..

I'm your beloved child that you hold dear in every way

I am a great success because you are my Lord above

You give me purpose and real promise for every new day!

Just One Perfect Word

Jesus...

When I am 🚶 walking along my pathway every day...

And my direction may become confusing at its best

I try to figure out which one would be the ideal way

One that would bring me promise and the greatest happiness.

As I'm looking to figure out the condition of the morning sky...

I see rain and doubt if I'm going to see the 🌞 🌅 sun

My spirit becomes 😟 worried and my ❤ heart begins to 😢 cry

Just then, my powerful inner battle had just begun.

You knock on the 🚪 door of my heart with a love that is pure...

And tell me that I need to rest in you and take your ✋ hand

You will be my strength and my foundation to always endure

I just need to walk beside of you and trust your great plan.

Just the mention of one sweet, divine word 'Jesus' and it's done...

Everything will be successful laid down at your feet

A brand new life of hope and victory has now begun

Just one word and a 🌈 rainbow of great triumph I will see!

JESUS!

Standing Up For Jesus

My Awesome Saviour...

The world around me is getting darker it seems with each day...

People are being hindered from good things and what is so true

They are being lied to and misled in every greatest way

Pushed further and further away from ever knowing of you.

But your light begins to shine with great intensity and love...

No darkness could ever keep its joy from greatly coming through

Those who have a yearning heart will be greatly blessed from above

And have the privilege of feeling your presence and knowing you.

No effort to silence you will ever work in any way...

You're the rainbow that shines beyond any storms capacity

We have to stand up and fight for you in all we do and say

Realizing that this is your land where we live happy and free.

So we give praise to you and exhaultation your name forevermore...

You are our great Saviour, provider, and our everything

Together we send all praise and Thanksgiving to Heavens door

Let the bells of deep true freedom always and forever ring!

The Faith Walk

My Jesus...

Sometimes I try to figure things out in my own mixed up way...

Things become difficult when I can't see what I'm searching for

Fear and anxiety cripple me and sadden every day

I can't see the beauty and happiness I need and much more.

You see all of the burdens that are taking hold upon me..

And it brings you such dismay to see what I am going through

You reach down and wrap me in your arms of love so perfectly

Reminding me that you are in control in all that I do.

I have a seed of promise that you have planted deep in me...

I need to learn how to stand on its firm foundation so true

To hold strong in my faith and believe in miracles to see

For every good and perfect thing to have comes Lord right from you.

I lay my burdens at your feet and trust in your great power...

Lord you'll take care of it all and provide for me each day through

You are my source and my greatest answer in the final hour

Lord I surely know that nothing is impossible with you!

Shadows Of Glory

Wonderful Jesus...

As I see these reflections, there's nothing interesting to me....

I seem to look at every moment so rough and sad

But you have important lessons to convey perfectly

You want me to live a life that is always happy and glad.

You teach me the importance of starting every day with 🙏 prayer

And knowing that you have myself and all things in your great hands

And give me the peace and assurance you'll always be there

I need to see through the window of your heart and your command.

You give me all things perfect that can only come Lord from you...

I need to yearn and search for the wonders of such a great sight

I never have to be negative again my whole life through

For the shadows of glory will give me your great love and light.

The Pathway Of Promise

    Celeste didn't know how to tell her parents that she was leaving school.  But she just couldn't stay any more.  She had trouble with her assignments and tests.  Her grades were never higher than a low c.

     Her Mom was planning for her to take a major position in the family accounting firm.  But Celeste knew that would be hard.  After all, she hated math.

     She was going home for spring break.  It would give her plenty of time to figure things out.  She finished packing.  Her roommate took her to the airport.

     But when she touched down in her home state it was her brother waiting not her parents.  She knew that something was wrong.

     She inquired about them.  Her brother told her that their Father was in the hospital.  He had collapsed from exhaustion.

    They traveled straight there.  Celeste embraced her parents.  They asked her about school.  She tried to hide her pain and said everything was fine.

     They again expressed interest in her joining the firm.  Celeste didn't answer.

Over the next week, she stood by her parents side and tried to help where she could.

     When her Father finally was sent home, the Pastor and members of the church arrived for a bible study and prayer time.

     Their family Pastor pulled her to the side.  He asked what was wrong.  She broke down and cried explaining what she was struggling with.

     The Pastor immediately took her hands and prayed with her.  He told her that she must be truthful with her parents.  He told her that he would come back in a few days and help her to talk to them.

   Celeste thanked him.  But the next few days were the hardest she ever faced.  She prayed for strength and guidance.

    The day had arrived.  The Pastor came early.  They went into the room with her parents.  Everyone was silent.  Pastor motioned for her to begin.

    Celeste looked up, swallowed, and then explained everything.  The room grew bone chilling quiet again.

     Suddenly her parents broke out in loud laughter.  Celeste didn't know what to think.  They said they wanted her to be happy and to do what made her happy.

     Celeste looked up and thanked God.  She embraced the Pastor and her parents for being great role models.  She didn't return to school.

     She took time to seek God's desire for her life.  Celeste got the chance to explore something that she was interested in art school.

     She did help in her parents firm and even started dating the pastor's son.  Celeste learned something very important.

    Be who God wants you to be with a humbled heart.

The Most Important Thing

My Jesus...

When I look into the mirror each day what is it that I see?

Do I let other hearts shape who I am

Or do I view the wonderful points of the masterpiece in me

You predestined great things for my path my great Saviour and best friend.

You never do anything in error that is strong truth without doubt...

You see unique beauty in my heart and spirit forever more

One touch of your great power makes your love and grace come flowing out

My heart knows there are wonderful dreams and promises in store.

So even if someone says bad things about me at any time...

I should pray for them and know it is in no way real or true

When I keep my eyes upon your sweet heart there's one thing I'll find

The real definition of who I am and hope to be is you.

You Are My Everything

Sweet Jesus...

You are the breath of hope that fills me with life overflowing every day...

The fire of new energy that ignites my spirit to rise and soar

The light of fulfillment that blesses my eager soul in every way

The Craftsman of my ❤ heart that awakens me to knock upon Heavens door.

You are the strength and power that keeps my feet upon a foundation true...

The shield and protection to keep me secure to keep all the rain away

My best friend and confident in all that I may say or even do

My Provider and Protector upon seeing the sun of each new day.

You are the Healer that keeps me whole and blessed in everything that is me...

My mentor and confident from which I can learn to be just like you

My Heavenly King who has a home for me in all of eternity

You are my great restorer who can take everything and make it brand new.

Jesus thank you for your breathtaking heart and for all that you truly do...

I give you all praise and thank you for being my joy and happiness

I pledge all that I am into your hands and want to tell you I love you

Thank you for being my everything and keeping me so whole and so blessed.

Where Would The Heart Be?

My Jesus...

When I think about where the heart would be without you each day...

Every essence of my spirit cannot even comprehend

There would be no substance or purpose along a strange, dark way

And quite real pain, stress and anxiety that would have no end.

But, your love is always there, In great abundance it is true...

A breathtaking gift for everyone to welcome with delight

It is the greatest choice when the heart reaches out for you

And walks your pathway of promise with such great might.

You are standing there with open arms waiting for one and all...

And a precious heart overflowing with grace beyond compare

You are the truth, the light, and the way who is there when we call

Your presence is the lighthouse the heart will need everywhere.

So I won't think about where the heart would be Lord without you...

But ask you to prepare me to show others your love at best

I want them to see your beauty and truth in all they do

That they may be filled with your love and eternal happiness.

Love Letter From Jesus

My Precious Child...

I see the terrible pain that is hurting you in such a great way...

A heavy, and most unwanted burden that weighs you down so completely

It brings sadness to my heart more than words can ever truly say

And ignites such great compassion and tender mercy so deep within me.

I open my hands wide as my love begins to flow abundantly...

Bringing peace and showing how much I adore you my dear child and do care

I'm taking all of your pain and real sorrow and placing it on me

Spreading such healing, restoration and promise, with grace everywhere.

I am your Saviour and I created you uniquely with a divine plan...

You never have to be stressed, burdened or greatly conflicted any more

Just have great faith and trust everything into my perfect hands

Knowing that blessings and wonderful miracles will flow from Heavens door.

I love you so much my precious child with a love so pure and so true...

It's a mighty love that's never ending and surrounds you like a shield

It is a foundation that will give you strength and happiness so brand new

And provide you with my power that will restore you and help you to heal!

Perfect 💘 Love

My Breathtaking Jesus...

Perfect Love is like a warm blanket you can wrap yourself in...

When the journeys pathway begins to get rugged and real cold

It's like a shield of strength where all true honor soon begins

And protects and defends with a joy and real power untold.

Perfect Love is a rock that enables success to come true..

A foundation upon which you can always rely and so stand

It is a beautiful perfect guiding light that's there for you

Always with an exciting new mission and great plan.

Perfect Love is offered to you right now so abundantly..

It comes from your heart Jesus in such a breathtaking great way

All we have to do is join our heart with yours so beautifully

And you will be our pure perfect love on our pathway each day!

Perfect Peace

My Beloved Jesus...

Sometimes the way can be so hard and challenging at its best...

I truly feel like giving up and calling it a day

The burden can be destroying and put faith to the true test

I begin to be disheartened and my comfort goes away.

I need a peace to fill my heart and give me great desire...

To find a state of pure restoration like never before

So I drop to my knees and seek your love to now inspire

My Jesus you hear my heart knocking on Heavens mighty door.

Suddenly all of the stress seems to release itself from me...

A perfect sense of new promise is there like never before

Something wonderful and breathtaking I can now truly see

A wondrous sense of peace and tranquility is now in store.

My Jesus you see the purity that exists in my heart...

And just one wave of your mighty and rugged hands

Eternal restoration and peace you happily impart

My Jesus my pathway is renewed by your mighty, sweet plans!

Strength And Power

My Jesus...

I take my first step with confidence, knowing, and ready to go...

That you are right by my side, holding my hand all of the way

The sweet love and bond we share will always be present to show

That I have the rugged strength and endurance for every day.

No matter how hard the wind may blow or how cold it may be...

Regardless if stress and terrible fear may try to take hold

You are my armor, shield and protection for all that I need

I just need to look to you and believe with a faith so bold

For you are my comfort and refuge, and my bright morning star...

Who will help me find great hope and guidance, and give me the best

Living for you will be the greatest success story by far

A story free of fear and stress and always happiness!

The Most Wonderful Thing

My Jesus...

The most wonderful thing is knowing just how much you love me...

It is a love that is timeless, without boundaries and so pure

There will never be exceptions or limits the heart can see

Throughout all time and through every storm it will always endure.

It's like a great blanket of hope that keeps me warm and alive...

It's a strong shield that protects me from showers and storms so grand

This source of new hope gives me energy to live and to thrive

All with my Saviors adoration safely holding my hands.

So, I examine my heart with great speed and all certainty...

My sweet Jesus that is something that I truly want to do

I pledge myself to a forever relationship with thee

Because I know in my heart that's the greatest thing I can do!

The Source Of All My Answers

Precious Jesus.....

When I'm looking for the strength to get me through every day...

And my heart is searching for happiness that's welcomed and new

I have so many questions and really don't know what to say

My spirit is yearning and bewildered about what to do.

Just then, there's a breathtaking light that I've never seen before....

It seemed so bright and purposeful, and reaching out just for me

I tried to get up closer because I had to know much more

And I knew that in that light was where my heart wanted to be.

Suddenly a voice called out with a special care and great love....

It was my Jesus promising to be all I'll ever need

Making a bold covenant to take care of me from above

And walk by my side helping me to excel and to succeed.

All I have to do is place myself in his mighty hands...

To place my rugged Faith in him and in his law so obey

I began to take quick notice and followed all of his plans

Suddenly I began to see that breathtaking light in a new way.

I began to have the strength that I needed so desperately...

And all the rest of the answers were there at just the right time

For when I take his hands only the greatest things I will see

He is my perfect solution and my everything in kind.

When My Heart Begins To Wonder

Jesus...

When my heart begins to wonder and feel so troubled yes, it's true...

I feel an anxiety that I know I can't carry each day

My happiness and peace disappear in everything I must do

My spirit is overwhelmed with turmoil and cannot find the great way.

Your heart begins to reach out to me with a perfect love that's so pure...

It teaches me a lesson about where my foundation is to be

Reinforces me with your power and gives me such strength to endure

And gives me ideal peace and wisdom overflowing so perfectly.

So when my heart begins to wonder and it really gets out of hand...

I need to stop at that moment clear my mind and give it all to you

For you will teach me how to believe and to know you're in command

I need to seek your face with a pure whole heart in all that I may do.

A New Horizon

My Sweet Jesus...

No one sees the tears in my eyes or pain that my heart seems to feel...

I watch brokenness tear me apart and loneliness destroy me

The sadness and despair is overwhelming and unreal

A place of tranquility is where my spirit so longs to be.

A Saviours heart breaks to see his child hurting so much each day...

He reaches down with perfect love and opens his arms so grand

Ready to bring an end to the hurting and suffering in every way

Granting a touch of his anointing and a picture perfect plan.

Suddenly I can feel great arms wrapped around me with grace so bold..

The tenderness of my heart and soul got even better still

I can feel a wave of peace within me with happiness untold

And a stronger desire to draw closer to God and his will.

Suddenly a voice called out give me your worries burdens and all...

I knew at that moment that all things would somehow become new

For my Saviour will never leave me and will come when I may call

No matter what the journeys pathway he'll be beside me every day through.

My Heart Breaks

Jesus

You see the heartbreak and pain that I am going through...

I feel so alone and like a great failure right now

I don't see any hope or great promise to cling to

I want to pick myself up with joy but don't know how.

I made some mistakes that weigh on me with great sorrow...

I can feel the greatest part of me breaking apart

Through all these feelings my heart can't see a tomorrow

I'm not worth anything at all deep in my heart.

But your hands of pure love reach down to embrace me...

And pull me closer to you with peace and happiness

Through your eyes a bright new future I can see

Where your presence will open doors to only the best.

So I'm starting to feel a little better right now...

I know that I just need to listen when you call

When I take each step you'll be there and show me how

And you will be there and hold me straight up through it all.

Real Happiness

My Jesus...

A heart desires to feel alive and filled with delight each day...

Searching for that excellent joy that can never be destroyed

Looking for a life changing restoration in every way

That can create real pathways and fill up every real void.

Suddenly the heart of a Saviour comes shining through so bright...

Revealing the great composition of a love that so pure

A love that brings strength for every moment and real hope in sight

That gives you power to walk forward and strength to so endure.

Real happiness is found in my Jesus perfect love and grace...

It can never be taken away or hindered with at all

Just open up to him and always feel his loving embrace

He is always there without limits whenever you may call.

Mighty Saving Hands Of Grace

My Jesus....

I see two hands opening lovingly to me...

A mighty, fresh spirit of grace moves all around

Now, a miraculous sight I begin to see

As perfect, pure love begins working and abounds.

I begin to feel that I am cherished and adored...

That I am forgiven and more by a great gift

My spirit feels like I've gotten a great award

And this gives my heart and mind a mighty big lift.

I am the precious child of the Lord above...

He forgives and makes all things new forever more

I need to dedicate my heart and life and love

And He'll give me salvation from Heavens great door.

It's not a gift I'll take for granted this is true...

It is my peace, my hope and my everything

When I seek the Lord in everything I do

His song of eternal life my heart will now sing.

Behold Your Smile

Jesus...

Your breathtaking smile is my guiding light to embark on my pathway...

To take every step with strength and endurance that only comes straight from you

You give me the peace and the confidence, and the wisdom I need every day

You are my promise that will provide and protect and always see me through.

Your beautiful smile is my motivation that you are with me...

You empower me to dream and to grow and always do the best that I can

Through your powerful anointing I can always be the best I can be

As my faith binds our hearts as one I will follow your perfect, holy plan.

Your powerful smile is all that I yearn for and ever want to see...

It is my reassuring sign that my Saviour is working strong and true

Through your picture perfect smile is all that I have ever strived to be

It gives me more of a desire Jesus to be exactly like you.

The Light Of Forgiveness

Jesus...

Please place the light of forgiveness so brightly within me...

Let it become a part of the masterpiece you create

I want you to take pride when within my heart you soon see

All that you have hoped for that you so want to embrace.

Forgiveness is not so easy for the human heart so bland...

When someone hurts you it is very hard to let it go

But then you come in to guide with the peace of your great hand

And a brighter light of forgiveness once again does show.

But then you remind of the greatest one of them all...

Learning to forgive and to greatly love yourself so true

This can be difficult and requires the hearts true call

And you hear the distress and are always there each day through.

You remind me I'm not perfect but you are my best friend...

I need to lay it all down at the cross and leave it go

You forgive me and I should forgive and let my heart mend

And watch more of that beautiful bright light begin to show.

So my Jesus I take your hand and am ready to seek you...

My heart is learning forgiveness and is brighter now still

Help me to be a shadow of your perfect love so true

Let me be your brilliant vessel according to your will.

Who Am I?

My Wonderful Jesus...

If someone were to ask you about your true beliefs, what would you tell them today?

Would you know exactly what words to use and to unshakeably stand firm?

Or would you stand there confused and not know the words you would so boldly say

And realize that you have to seek advice and have so much more that you must learn.

But then, a breathtaking spirit of love infiltrates every part of you...

It reminds you just how much you are loved and cared for with tender grace

Merciful arms of wisdom reach out for you in everything you do

And show you that you are so unique and have a special purpose and place.

That's when you realize your place is found in Jesus sweetest heart above...

He is your life, your hope, your heart beat and all that you are your everything

Your purpose and your definition is located always in his love

Your heart knows you must stand up for your beliefs no matter what life may bring.

So you step back, take a deep breath and begin to put on the armor so true...

Ready to defend what you believe with confidence forever more

Knowing your Heavenly Father is always the footsteps next to you

There is a beautiful flow of salvation coming from Heavens door.

An Grateful Heart

Precious Jesus...

How can I say thank you with all that I am and so much more...

The outflow from your heart is more generous than words can say

You are the brilliant rainbow of promise that I so adore

And reach for with every essence of who I am every day.

How can I say thank you enough for a perfect love so true..

And a warm, inviting grace that surrounds everything with care

For a Saviours hands that take care of me whatever I do

And the gift of compassion and mercy that help me to bear.

How can I say thank you enough for making me royalty....

I want to serve my great Saviour with the purest heart that is whole.

Look at me with determination that there is promise in me

As long as you are by my side I can see success untold.

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My Shield And Foundation

Jesus, my Saviour...

I place my heart and all that is me into your Craftman's hands...

And humbly ask you take the pieces and begin to work true

Show me how to be all that you want by your mighty command

Teach me about and place in me perfect Faith in all I do.

A bold Faith that gives me clear focus when clouds block my way...

And I can't seem to see anything that is real far or near

Your presence begins to work mightily for a brand new day

Giving me direction and purpose that I can hold so dear.

A rugged Faith that gives me direction to take each step...

Knowing that I am uncertain and fearful along the way

It is my foundation to look forward to the journeys best

Guaranteeing that you will be beside me every day.

Jesus, I'm ready to receive my life gear from you...

I want to accomplish your plans for my life's mission at best

Draw me close to your heart to hear your voice in all that I do

Shape me for your Faith filled mission of success and happiness!

Just One Step

My Jesus...

Just one step of powerful faith takes me one step closer to you...

Closer to the perfect beauty of who you are and will always be

I want to be on your foundation in everything that I do

And have your love and power be the light of hope that ignites me.

I want to trust you in every instance never doubting at all...

Always knowing your love will take me every step of the way

Preparing paths and opening my heart for whenever you call

Touching my spirit to follow you to a new and brighter day.

Lord I am taking that powerful step at this moment so true...

Waiting for you to move aAgain to something beyond compare

You are the light of great hope and promise in all that I may do

Jesus I know that with each faithful step I take you will be there.

Freedom Song

My Beloved Jesus...

I can hear the beautiful blessings playing loudly for me...

They sing that wondrous melody to my heart every day

I pay such close attention and listen wholeheartedly

And can see everything in such a clear and awesome fresh way.

I can see that Freedom is such a key blessing from you...

It is an honor that my spirit takes to its very core

And I never take for granted but give thanks in all I do

Praising you with Thanksgiving, humble gratitude and more.

But then I realize that there will come a day that is so true...

When others will try to make that great freedom come to an end

But I'll stand strong on the beliefs of my heart in all I do

Always leaning on your love and grace my Saviour and best friend.

You will take care of me and protect me with your great glory...

I pray for those whose freedom is at the moment not there

That you would minister to their hearts with salvation great story

And show them with your tender power that you are always there.

May everyone always be able to hear freedom's great song...

It's the most beautiful melody of hope and promise that plays

Walking with you in tranquility and joy all the year long

And bringing love and success to every brand new day.

Forever Ties

My Awesome Jesus...

You see the tenderness of my heart as I reach out for you..

I want to be closer to your spirit than ever before

To hear your mighty voice so intensely in all that I do

Waiting for the flow of your great power Lord and so much more.

Teach me how to pray with fervent fire from Heavens sweet fill...

Not just mere words but a love song played so perfectly

Bringing burdens and concerns before you seeking your great will

Watching faith and hope weave a bond strongly between you and me.

So I make this pledge forever now from my heart and my soul..

I will strive to hear your voice and to pray so consistently

Jesus you are everything that makes me complete and whole

Please see an obedient servant and in me be well pleased.

LETTER TO DADDY

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I LOOKED INTO YOUR FACE AND KNEW IT WAS TIME TO SAY GOODBYE

MY HEART BROKE INTO A MILLION PIECES YES IT IS SO TRUE

BUT GOD GAVE ME RUGGED STRENGTH AND COURAGE THOUGH I ASKED HIM WHY

HE DRIED EACH ONE OF MY TEARS AS I SAID GOODBYE TO YOU.

HE HELPED ME TO UNDERSTAND THAT THIS TRIAL IS NOT FOR LONG

AND UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN YOU WILL BE IN MY HEART ALWAYS

LIKE A BEAUTIFUL RAY OF SUNSHINE YOU'LL BE MY GREATEST SONG

AND MY ANGEL IN HEAVEN WATCHING OVER ME FOR ALL OF MY DAYS.

THOUGH I CANNOT BE WITH YOU I REMEMBER YOUR HAPPINESS

AND ALL OF THE WONDERFUL THINGS YOU HAVE GIVEN TO ME

THE FACT THAT I AM YOUR DAUGHTER MAKES ME FEEL SO VERY BLESSED

YOUR MISSION AS THE GREATEST FATHER WAS DONE SO PERFECTLY.

Refreshing Rain

My Beloved Jesus...

The unbelievable pressure stress can have on the heart every day...

It weaves a rugged pathway that is dry and challenging to see clear through

Sometimes for even the most decisive heart it's hard to find a way

You long to find a source of tranquility to give you peace that is true.

Suddenly it begins to rain a gentle flowing blessing from above...

A beautiful refreshing nourishment touches every time and place

There then appears the light of a breathtaking beautiful Heavenly love

As we look and see God's hands open and gaze upon his most precious face.

He waters the dryness with his love and plants seeds of hope and promise too...

New joy for the future filled with his grace begins to make a difference now

He wants us to place all of our concerns before him in all we do

Take hold of his anointing knowing he will work in our lives somehow.

So we open our hearts and all that we are to the refreshing sweet rain...

Knowing Jesus that your magnificent presence is always around

To make everything new and take away the unbelievable pain

Let that refreshing sweet rain fill our hearts so perfectly 

Now with yearning delight and humbled adoration let the refreshing rain come down.

Sometimes

Jesus...

Sometimes I cannot see the sun shining brightly before me...

My heart flutters and I know that I can't take another step

I feel so discouraged by the confusion that I see

I become overwhelmed by fear and lose all my happiness.

Your heart sees the pain that I must struggle through every day...

And it brings you to tears because that's not part of your great plan

You want to bring me such comfort and peace in a loving way

And take this broken, failing vessel into your mighty hands.

You create miracles and seeds begin to blossom so true...

New inroads of great hope and new promise are now coming forth

Your light of grace and your power is making all things brand new

Showing the breathtaking glory and sweet wonder of the cross.

A masterpiece develops step by step from Heavens great door...

A new outlook free of fear and anxiety soon take place

When you're leading the way we can expect great things and much more

We'll take every step of the day with you and in your embrace.

The Author

My Jesus...

My heart listens with attentiveness for all the great things that I see...

Suddenly something ground changing and wonderful begins to take place

The pen is placed in the authors hands for him to rewrite the story

And to create a beautiful masterpiece at his own time and pace.

He has every great thing outlined, planned, and so noted all perfectly...

But everything in its own special time will be so revealed and bestowed

He begins his writing with such diligence and all so motivatingly

Planning every step of the journey that only he himself knows.

Suddenly, little bits of great inspiration begin to appear...

A light so brilliant and wonderful now shines with a mighty new plan

A love and grace is all around making things all purposeful and dear

And now you can see an emerging blueprint of the writer's great hand.

You seek out his creative writing genius in deep filled loving prayer...

And look for that creative guidance in the next steps he wants from you

Please know that no matter where or what he will give you his greatest care

Jesus the Creator and Author is always there in all you do.

Dream Rainbow

A dream takes its root in the heart as a simple seed ... nurtured by the energy of aspirations, the drive of motivation and diligence, and the power of believing.  Suddenly,......something wonderful happens.  A small plain seed begins to blossom and grow enlightened by the strength of faith, love, desire and happiness.  Soon, that blossom becomes a beautiful shooting star of promise that exhibits a brilliant light of hope that encourages the heart to see its destiny........a vision begins to form in all clarity.  Showing the pathway to reach this beautiful destination.  There may be some clouds along the path or some uneven ground to tread.  But, challenges are mere stepping stones that make the heart stronger with each step and more vibrant.  The dream ..... becomes a vision.... becomes a lighthouse to a new day revealing to the heart its true identity......never give up.........never lose hope .......never stop reaching and dreaming..  Live each day and every moment to the fullest, believing in yourself.  For this is the creed of a true Champion.

One Word

My Beautiful Jesus...

If I had to find just one word that would describe all things precious to me...

It would have to be all things inclusive and cover it all with such grace

And when I think of everything only your precious glory I see

The beautiful wonder of your power and the peace of your great embrace.

If I had to use one word to describe all that I long to become..

It is a word that incorporates what true perfect love really stands for

A great word of promise where peace, hope and tranquility all become one

And I am left not only a better person but feeling blessed and much more.

If I had to take one word that would help me step forward to better days...

That sweet word would be Jesus my Saviour and best friend beyond compare

He's the answer to my needs and hearts desires in so many true ways

Jesus is the all inclusive one word for a happy life I would share.

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The Most Beautiful Moment

Jesus..

The most beautiful moment is when I look into your eyes,

And I see you smile and your precious love all around me

I can see my purpose in your heart so breathtaking and wise

Father deep in your presence is where I always want to be.

The most beautiful moment is when your grace fills all of me

And your perfect peace begins to calm my hurting, restless soul

I can see your power working in my life diligently

I yearn for more of who you are to make me complete and whole.

The most beautiful moment is that I am in your great care

I need only look at the wonder of your hard working hands

You will take care of it all perfectly and always be there

The most beautiful moment is in the outline of your plans.

Amen

We Don't Hold The Key

Precious Jesus...

We think we have everything in our human hands...

But that is so very far from what is really true

There is no strong foundation to see in our great plans

If your love is not in control and we don't seek you.

You are the Creator and ruler over it all...

When we realize and submit to your glory it's Grand

For you hear and see our struggles and come when we call

You are the grantor of dreams and the maker of plans.

So my Jesus we pledge all that we are unto you...

Knowing you will work everything out on our behalf

You are the power and the love in all that we do

Any true success from you will be perfect and last.

Pieces Of Promise

My Jesus...

You see broken pieces causing such hurt without care..

And taking away a full heart's wondrous happiness

It's a moving pain you don't want anyone to bear

So your mercy moves in with a desire to bless.

You take the pieces carefully and build something new...

Letting your love light every possible step of the way

Right then a healed and whole masterpiece comes shining through

And you start preparing for a new and brighter day.

Everything is purified by your love tried and true...

It is a beautiful triumph and testimony

When we surrender to the Lord our whole lifetime through

He will anoint us and make us the best we can be.

Sometimes

Jesus...

Sometimes it's hard to understand what things really mean so true..

I try to comprehend but it's for all the answers to find

I try to sort through it looking for things exciting and new

But only negative discouraging items fill my mind.

Suddenly the light of your grace surrounds me with love so grand...

I know I can accomplish the hardest of things and much more

My Heavenly Father guides my footsteps by his perfect hands

He provides the greatest of needs and much comfort through Heavens door.

I pledge my heart and all I am to him so completely...

I know there will never be such great confusion again

In his beautiful presence is where I will be

He is my Father my everything and my true best friend.

Father,

When I take time to reflect upon all that is around me,

Every beautiful thing that fills my life, large and small so true

My heart overflows with pure wonder and great humility

As I am in awe at the great blessings I receive from you.

I don't realize just how truly fortunate I have become,

Always looking for something more and so really unaware

Something so magnificent and miraculous has begun

You are already anointing my life with beauty and care.

You gave me a salvation that is a priceless gift of love

and an eternal bond with you that grows stronger every day

All the wonderful expressions of hope from Heaven above

It seems to bless each moment of my life in a special way.

I see it in the caring of a friend that is there for me,

and in the fellowship of family so faithful and true

It shines in the light of a strangers kindness so perfectly

There are blessings all around me in everything that I do.

Thank you Lord for blessing my life with your love so amazingly,

I am so grateful with a heart of thanksgiving for it all

But, the greatest of these blessings is having you there for me

and knowing that no matter what, you'll be there when I may call.

Amen

Rays Of Hope

My Beloved Jesus...

When the enemy is trying to fill the sky with clouds and scattered rain...

Taking away the most beautiful happiness at its very best

And a heart struggles so fervently with confusion and such numbing pain

Yearning for a touch of promise and powerful feeling of being so blessed.

Suddenly a bright light appears trying to push the clouds so far away...

It's almost as if a very powerful battle was now taking place

A beautiful force of glory was fighting so great for a better day

And keeping a struggling heart so very close to its greatest embrace.

Just then the light grows much bolder spreading its love even still...

The clouds and everything so confusing slowly begins to disappear

Great things and blessings slowly begins to take their place by the Father's will

A great movement of pure hope of God's love and His grace are so very near.

I see a powerful movement of your hope Jesus in a wondrous way.

You are always working, moving and interceeding with delight and such care

You are my friend, my confident and all that I'll need every day

When I call you will come without hesitation and always be there

***** MY  GREATEST  HOPE  *****

JESUS:

MY GREATEST HOPE IS IN YOUR LOVE THAT FILLS ME COMPLETELY EVERY DAY

AND IN YOUR GRACE THAT SURROUNDS ME AND IS ALWAYS THERE ABUNDANTLY

YOUR GREAT PRESENCE IS MY INSPIRATION IN SO MANY WONDERFUL WAYS

AND FROM YOUR SWEET HEART I FIND THE GREATEST THINGS THAT BLESS ME SO PERFECTLY.

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YOUR STRENGTH AND COURAGE ARE MY FOUNDATION UPON WHICH I WILL ALWAYS STAND

YOUR HAPPINESS IS MY GREATEST GIFT THAT MOVES ME TO MUCH BETTER THINGS

MY HEART LONGS FOR THE POWER THAT COMES FROM THE DEPTHS OF YOUR MIGHTY HANDS

AND ALL OF THE EXCITING WONDER THAT A RELATIONSHIP WITH YOU BRINGS.

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I REACH OUT WITH A YEARNING THAT IS POWERFUL, GENUINE, AND SO TRUE

YOU ARE THE LIGHT OF HOPE AND PROMISE THAT WILL MAKE MY JOURNEY SO COMPLETE

I SEE THE ABSOLUTE DEFINITION OF TRUE VICTORY COMES FROM YOU

I KNOW WITHOUT A DOUBT WHEN I'M ON YOUR TEAM, THERE CAN NEVER BE DEFEAT.

AMEN.

The Freedom Flag

Precious Jesus...

Sometimes we don't think about the beautiful blessings within our hands...

We have freedoms that are fragile and breathtaking beyond compare

Yet we can't clearly see the layout of God's thoughts and His perfect plans

We can't feel the warmth of His presence, love or grace or His tender care.

Suddenly a forgiving hand of true mercy sweetly reaches out...

And shows me what is meaningful, practical and always so true

My most important plan should be follow the a Lord that's what it's about

And seek His greatest, divine wisdom in everything that I may do.

My faith is a perfect freedom that I should never take lightly..

But thank you Jesus for having a gift to have a bond with you each day

And though they'll be forces to try and take that foundation away from me

I will fight for my great blessings with strength every step of the way.

Prayer

Dear Lord,

Please protect my dear friends today

watch over them in all they do

Be their foundation of hope in every way

and their best friend to call upon so true

Give them a peace that is always there

and a strength that grows more as they go

Show them with your love how much you care

and all of your compassion let them know.

Let them feel your presence so strong and bright

and your grace with such unending happiness

Help them to feel pleasing in your sight

and to know that they are wonderfully blessed.

Dear Lord, bless my dear friends today

give them all they need right from the start

be their protection in every way

and

keep them so close to your heart.

Amen.

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God bless you all.

A Horizon Of Promise

My Jesus..

I see something wonderful on the horizon so bright..

It's a great masterpiece, so magnificent and true

Every time I try to get closer with curious might

I discover something about myself that is brand new.

I see a great beauty that tells me how strong I can be..

I see a great light that tells me I can do so much more

I see a great happiness that gives me hope to see

You can find great peace and kindness at Heavens life door.

So I give all my heart and all that I am to you 

Suddenly a brand new life will appear and soon arise

I become your beloved child in everything I do

Being your child is the greatest forever surprise.

My Lifeline

Beautiful Jesus...

When I feel so overwhelmed and stressed, more than I can truly bear...

I feel like nothing is real clear and so concise Lord anymore

I start looking for a lifeline of love and grace, promise, and precise care

And a beautiful outlet of peace that opens the gateway to your hearts door.

I take your hand and with faithful adoration walk towards you...

Knowing that you'll guide me and give me wisdom every step of the way

You are my lighthouse of direction in everything I will do

Placing all of my hope in you you'll bring me to a perfect and brighter day.

My Jesus you are my lifeline upon which I can truly now stand..

Your blessing and provision will give me true success my pathway through 

I am always attentive to your holy voice and your perfect plan

Jesus you hold the keys to a future that's exciting and brand new 

The Most Beautiful 🎁 Gift

My Jesus..

The most beautiful gift is worth all the riches untold...

It is breathtaking, fragile, and always there in every way

A wondrous miracle for only humbled eyes to behold

It brings perfect hope and fresh promise to a new and brighter day.

It is because of the sacred love that you have for us that is true...

You made the ultimate sacrifice so that we would be free 

Forgiven and cleansed to forever serve you in all we do

And have a peaceful home with you for all of eternity.

Rejoicing and exhausting we come to you with great happiness...

For that beautiful gift of freedom at Calvary years ago

It's a boundless blessing that makes us who we are at its best

And we will stand on your foundation and let so many others know.

My Heart's Song

My Jesus...

As you open the door of my heart, you'll see a welcome waiting there for you...

You are my breathtaking aspiration and everything I hope to be

Reveal to me your presence and let me know more of your will in all I do

I want the light of your perfect love and grace and power all around me.

Take control of all that I am as I pledge everything into your care..

Give me your wisdom and insight to take every step forward day by day

Grant me your peace and serenity to know that you will always be right

Being my lighthouse that guides my pathway with your great power along the way.

Always see promise that you can use to make me your instrument so true..

I want to walk in the shadow of your anointing and feel your sweet embrace

My Jesus.. Make me your masterpiece to exhaultation your kingdom in all I do

Let our bond grow even closer as you fill this devoted dedicated place.

Lessons In Legacy

  Martin had just celebrated his 88 birthday.  His family made it special with a party, a family dinner, and a service surrounded by many faith filled friends.

  But, it was a time that had Martin thinking and worrying about many things.  He knew that he just wasn't feeling well.  He didn't want to bother his family with the details.

  So Martin began looking at all that he could leave his family.  He looked at what assets he had and possessions he could divide.  

  He asked a friend's son who was in the legal field to come over.  He helped him to finalize everything and write a letter of love.

  Martin was concerned that he had not done enough.  But it was something.  A few weeks later, a neighbor saw how sick he felt and called an ambulance.

  His family was called.  They immediately rushed to his side in intensive care.  Martin awoke and immediately became alarmed.  "Oh no!  My time is here!"  He proclaimed.

  Martin's oldest son stood up and laughed.  "No Father!"  "You fainted.  They're keeping you for observation."

  Martin didn't believe him.  He began telling him where to find the will and letter of love.  Tears streamed down his face as he apologized for not leaving a better legacy.

  "A better legacy?  You left us the best one of all!"  His son said as everyone else agreed.  

  "You taught us to love and live for the Lord.  That is where true success is found."  His son said.  Martin smiled brightly.  That was the happiest moment he'd ever known.

  He went forward to celebrate ten more birthdays.  But now he learned a lesson in true legacy!

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A WOMAN'S BEAUTY IS LIKE A ROSE: UNIQUE, SPECIAL AND BRIGHT

THE FRAGRANCE OF HER LOVE CREATES A SENSE OF HOPE EVERYWHERE

SHE SPREADS HER GOODNESS AND KINDNESS WITH ALL OF HER WILL AND MIGHT

AND ENRICHES LIVES WITH HAPPINESS THAT CANNOT BE COMPARED.

SHE PLANTS HER HEART SO FIRMLY WITHIN HER SAVIOR'S MIGHTY HANDS

KNOWING HE WILL TAKE WHO SHE IS AND MAKE IT BETTER EACH DAY

AND USE IT AS A BEAUTIFUL TOOL WITHIN HIS GREATER PLAN

PROVIDING MIGHTY BLESSINGS THAT SHE WILL NEED ALONG THE WAY.

SHE STRIVES TO BE EVERYTHING THAT HER FATHER WANTS HER TO BE

KNOWING ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE WITH FAITH, BELIEF, AND MORE

HER GREATEST DESIRE IS TO HONOR HIM SO LOVINGLY

SHE IS A WOMAN OF PURPOSE WITH GREAT PROMISE AT HER DOOR.

The Potter

A young 👦 boy sat in his yard 😢 crying.  He clutched in his hands the new wagon he just received for his fifth 🎂 birthday.

But something didn't seem right.  There were 💔 broken pieces from when he dropped it.  Things would never be happy again.

Just then footsteps could be heard approaching.  A new neighbor came to see what was wrong.  The little boy showed the wagon.

He explained that it was a gift from his brother in the military.  He began to cry again.  But now he ruined everything.

The man 😃 smiled brightly.  He told the young boy that everything would be fine.  He asked if he could borrow the 🚚 wagon for a few days.  The boy agreed.

The few days went by.  The young boy got up and went to the door.  He was hoping to see the nice man.  Instead he saw his wagon waiting for him.

It looked brand new!  The little boy wanted to thank the man.  He asked his parents about the new neighbor.

Sometimes we feel so defeated when we think things are broken or we're broken.  But then the Potter takes control and creates a masterpiece!

But when they said there wasn't one he knew what to do.  He went to kneel by the side of his bed.  He said three simple words... Thank you Jesus.

Consideration

Have you ever looked at a picture of yourself when you were very young?  Most likely you were smiling and enjoying some activity.

But now take a few moments to look at yourself today.  Please don't scream and run. Ha ha.

What happened to the magical smile?  Think about the concept for a moment 

You are busy most of the time keeping up with a hectic schedule.

When was the last time that you took a deep breath and did something for yourself?  

Do you realize how special you are to God's heart?  You are His unique child.  So why not take extra special care of something so valuable?

Here's homework for you.  Make plans to set aside just ten minutes each day to do something for yourself.  

Even if it's to go get an ice cream cone.  Before long you'll see glimmers of that child like wonder return.

You know what that is?  It is the love of God's heart.

My Friend.........

I have a very special gift for you

It is wrapped in the light of my heart's love

A unique gift for you to hold tightly to

and is a blessing from Heaven above.

It has no cost, yet is truly priceless

Creative and colorful with great flair

I'm giving you only my very best

I want you to know how much that I care.

It contains so many wonderful things

To make your life bright and better each day

Filled with wishes for the best that life brings

and a peaceful walk upon life's pathway.

So open your heart with hope and much more

Receive my warm smile so big and bright

and the gentle kindness from friendship's door

given to you so perfectly with delight.

Watch how the gift continuously grows

and you will soon return it back to me

Spreading it to other hearts that you know

and it all began with a tiny seed.

Give someone a kind smile today.

By ********** ME

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You Are My Everything

Breathtaking Jesus..

You are the Son that brightens the gray clouds in my sky...

The answers to all of my questions that I'll ever see

The great happiness that brings a smile to my sigh

My unbelievable best friend who is there for me.

You are my Father and Saviour who loves me so true..

My Healer and Doctor who can take care of it all

My guiding force who takes care of me in all I do

My Shepherd and protector who's right there when I call.

My Jesus you are everything to me and much more..

I give you my heart and everything I am right now

Let your sweet anointing now flow from Heavens great door

I want to draw closer to you Jesus show me how.

Portrait Of A Hero

Jesus...

How do you describe someone who gives so much in every way...

Their heart is always dedicated to others with love so true

They are a true example of God's grace and love every day

And are His instrument and blessing in everything they do.

They are peace makers that bring every moment His tranquility...

His great lighthouse of organization, wisdom and delight

A nurturing source of hope that heeds to all things that He may say

A devoted daughter complying with His wishes with all might.

They are a servant ready to follow where the Saviour may lead...

And bring success and honor to Him in all they may do

Leading loved ones to realize He's the answer to their true needs

No matter what the pathway He's always there to see them through.

They love the position of Mom that they take seriously...

But there's another position of daughter they hold so true

Striving for that moment when their Saviours bright smile they will see

And He says.."Well done my daughter.  I am so very proud of you!"

My Heart's Greatest Dream

Precious Jesus...

The greatest dream my heart could ever have is simply comprised of one thing..

I want to draw closer to your precious heart and know so much more of you

To have your sacred spirit live and flow in me and all that it will bring

To feel your mighty anointing working in everything I will do.

I know you take delight that I am your beloved child it is true...

And that is such an awesome, prestigious honor that I hold close to me

But I want to always see that heartwarming delight my entire life through

And receive your 😃 smile and hear your well done when I enter eternity.

So Jesus I place myself into your Potters hands with love and joy right now...

Help me to be your special gem and keep me always in your wondrous care

Teach me how to place my steps and give me your divine guidance show me how

I know you'll shape my heart's dream and no matter what you'll always be there.

Breathtaking Mercy

My Loving Jesus...

It is a beautiful wonder and blessing I can't understand...

Uniquely designed by you that is there in abundance for me

Given on the wings of your perfect love and grace, by your great plan

It shows your promise and mission to all that you want me to be.

We know that I'm not perfect in any way, shape or form it's true..

But that is when the beautiful light of your presence is right there

To bring your spirit of healing and new hope my whole pathway through

And show that I can give it all to you because you truly care.

So now I take your hand refreshed for a new pathway to begin...

Your beautiful breathtaking mercies have restored me and much more

A life living for you and loving you is my greatest real win

I send my praise and adoration to Heavens mighty door!

The Beauty Counter

     Jennifer wanted to find the perfect project to do for her psychology class.  Earning an A would practically lock in her 4.0 GPA.

     But, it actually went a little deeper than that.  She wanted to make a difference.  

     So, she sat down and prayed, asking God for guidance.  One day, she got a great idea.  It came to her while she watched all the personal grooming her little sister went through while getting ready for school.

     Jennifer called her project the Beauty Window.  She got permission to conduct her experiment.  She enlisted the help of a couple of her friends.

  They attached a small vanity mirror to a table and had a small chair.  The first week, they went to the local junior high school.  They were allowed to set up in the hallway.

  Everyone that passed by was asked to look in the mirror and describe what they see.  The answers amongst the teen girls and boys were pretty consistent.

  They made comments about their looks and what they were wearing.  They wanted to get the newest fad and would look even better.

   The staff commented on tired they were and underappreciated.  Everything pretty much appeared as anticipated.

   Now the second week, Jennifer and her team took their project to an elementary school.  They asked students and teachers to look in the mirror and describe what they see.

  Most of the teachers described their excitement to bring new learning to their young students.

   But, it was the response from the young children that brought the greatest surprise.  They saw everything from happiness, to joy and delight.

   One little kindergarten girl came up.  She looked in the mirror, then looked at Jennifer and smiled.  'I see my Jesus smiling at me.'  She said.

   Jennifer knew she had proved the point of her project.  When the heart is not overtaken and influenced by a lost world, it can see clearly.

   It also taught her a great lesson as well.  We have to live every moment with the pure heart of a child.  For when we look with the heart we can truly see.

   Jennifer got her A.  But she was even more grateful for the incredible life lesson too!