To Hear You And Obey

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I find myself praying often

For wisdom to walk through

The ups and downs of every day.

I turn, in faith, to You.

 

But when the struggle has passed by,

I’m back about my life.

I think I’ve got this on my own,

Until I face more strife.

 

You’ve spoken to me every day.

I know, for I’ve heard You.

You offer guidance and advice

In everything I do.

 

I try to listen when You speak,

But then go my own way.

I find I forget or dismiss

Too much of what You say.

 

I pray I'll listen when You speak,

But this, Lord, even more,

I pray I'll hear You and obey,

Not listen, then ignore.

 

1 Peter 1: 14-15

As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance, but as he who called you is holy, you also be holy in all your conduct

 

Photo of a Lilac-breasted Roller is a blessing from AC taken on her recent trip to Africa. Thanks to her generosity and talent, we should have lots of lovely and interesting photos over the next many days. Thank you, A.C.

Resting In Your Peace

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The wind is whispering of joy,

While waves dance to the shore

And I am calling it a night

With pleasant dreams in store.

 

The day was long, but I can rest

Knowing You brought me through.

A time or two I had my doubts,

But never doubted You.

 

Life has its ups and downs alright,

It puts us to the test,

But, when I live with faith in You,

My spirit is at rest.

Wait On The Lord

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

So many times I went astray,

But not out of Your sight.

Though I had wandered through the dark,

You drew me to Your Light.

 

I cannot understand a love

That would not let me go,

Despite such waywardness of heart.

Oh Lord, You love me so.

 

I always knew You were my Lord,

Of that I had no doubt,

But it took time for me to learn

What that truth was about.

 

I’ve learned to trust You when in fear,

To listen when You speak,

And know The Word that lives in You

Is all I need to seek.

 

I do not wander now, Oh Lord,

For I wait patiently.

I stand in faith and boldly praise

The Lord whose love saved me.

 

Lamentations 3:26

It is good that one should wait quietly for the salvation of the Lord.

Starting With Me

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

That still small voice that brings me peace,

Seems to be hard to find.

Which might be caused in large part by

My own hard heart and mind.

 

I’m not saying I’m over it,

This broken world, as such,

But I am sure leaning that way,

Perhaps a bit too much.  

 

That frustration and discontent

Can lead me give in

To pointing out and condemning

A fellow sinner’s sin.

 

Yet, chastisement from rage, not grace

Is painful to receive,

And isn’t likely to express

The truth that I believe.

 

So, that leads me back to the place

From which I first began.

I need to seek His forgiveness,

Then share it, where I can.  

 

2 Timothy 2:24-25

And the Lord's servant must not be quarrelsome but kind to everyone, able to teach, patiently enduring evil, correcting his opponents with gentleness. God may perhaps grant them repentance leading to a knowledge of the truth