Too Much Sad News

 

Oh Lord, tonight I have no words.
My thoughts, scattered and frayed,
Are drowning in the waves of grief
That will not be allayed.
 
The sorrows rush in ceaselessly,
A never-ending flow
From which I fear I can’t escape
However far I go.
 
I know that these storms, too, will pass,
But right now I feel lost.
In wave on wave of pain and grief,
My poor spirit is tossed.  
 
Lord, hold me close within Your grace
Until once more I stand
Far from the ocean of my grief,
Beyond this shifting sand.
 
You are the rock to which I cling,
The anchor that won’t fail.
I know that Your love is greater
Than this passing travail.
 
I’ll cling to You within this storm
Until You cry, “Be Still”,
Then all my tears, my grief will cease
In answer to Your will.
 
Psalm 107:28-29
Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he delivered them from their distress. He made the storm be still, and the waves of the sea were hushed.

For They Shall Be Comforted

 

When all the sorrows of this life
Weigh heavy on my heart,
I bow my head beneath that weight
And let the grieving start.
 
A loved one lost in suffering,
A heartbreak I can’t face,
And nowhere in my darkest hour
Is there a sign of grace.
 
Until I raise my eyes to You,
My prayers I lift through tears
Into the hands of Him who heals
My pain and soothes my fears.
 
Oh, Lord, I know this world is rife
With sorrow, pain and loss.
It is as if all hope of joy
Is burned away like dross.
 
Yet, in my sorrow there is joy,
A silent spark of light,
That reminds me You are the one
Who overcame the night.
 
You are the Lord who called forth light
And shattered night’s control
Of all the worlds through all of time
And redeemed every soul.
 
Though I may grieve this bitter loss,
I cherish with delight
The truth that she will soon rejoice
Within Your perfect light.
 
Matthew 5:4
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”

For JSK and her family as the walk through this time of grief. 

Love That Doesn't Fail

 

However wayward I have been,
You’ve always called me home,
And Your love for me doesn’t cease,
However far I roam.
 
Oh, Lord, how grateful is my soul,
That Your love is so strong.
For You have kept me close to You,
Where heart and soul belong.
 
You show me mercy every day,
Help me find Your way through,
That I may walk life’s daily path
Drawing closer to You.
 
Father of Heaven, I’m in awe
Of Your ceaseless mercy
And of the love that does not fail
To keep watch over me.
 
Lamentations 3:22-23
The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.

You Restore My Soul

 

When this world brings chaos around
And peace is hard to find,
You always knows just what I need
To ease my worried mind.
 
The morning held a few moments
With nothing on my list.
Thus, when I felt the nudge to go,
I chose not to resist.
 
The still waters, the deep green grass,
The soft clouds drifting through,
All formed a moment of pure peace,
And all a gift from You.
 
You heal the broken-hearted soul,
Binding up all its pain
Until the peace of heaven’s grace
Is all that will remain.
 
Oh Lord, please keep me on Your path,
Walking close by Your side,
That, despite all a day may bring,
Your grace and peace abide.
 
Psalm 23:3
He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

Neither Silence Nor Darkness

 

Even though this world denies me,
Still I will stand with You.
There is no darkness in this world
That Your light won’t shine through.
 
The heavens still proclaim Your will,
Your plan is not deterred,
For even if I am silenced,
Your voice will still be heard!
 
Lord, I will proclaim Your glory
And sing my songs of praise.
Though all the world falls to darkness
Your Light will shine always!
 
John 1:9-10
The true light, which gives light to everyone, was coming into the world. He was in the world, and the world was made through him, yet the world did not know him.

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Keep My Eyes Fixed On You

 

I keep my eyes fixed on You, Lord
And follow where You lead.
Some days I feel I’m right on track,
Some days I don’t succeed.
 
I try to listen when You speak,
Let Your word be my guide,
And try, when I walk in the world,
To stay close by Your side.
 
I want to help others who seek
To find their way to You,
But I can’t do that if I’m deaf
And blind to what is true.
 
I pray that I have ears to hear,
All that You’re teaching me,
And that I will become someday
Who You want me to be.
 
I pray I keep my eyes on You,
That I listen and learn
All the wisdom You’re teaching me.
Help me, Lord, to discern.
 
Romans 12:2
Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.

Faithful In Little Things

Oh, what a precious gift it was,
A neighbor’s act of grace
To help me finish up my chores
And cleaning up the place.
 
It really was a little thing,
But it seemed big to me.
He simply stepped up and helped out,
As gracious as can be.
 
As I grew weary he stepped in
To do that “little thing”,
And I saw how much true kindness
A grace-filled heart can bring.
 
Oh, Lord, I think he is the proof
That what You’ve said is true,
That one who’s faithful in small things,
Brings boundless joy to You.
 
Matthew 25:21
His master said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant. You have been faithful over a little; I will set you over much. Enter into the joy of your master.’ 

Thank you, Michael, for being such a big blessing. 

Help Us Turn Back To You

 

So many focus on the world,
Its distractions amuse,
But I will keep my eyes on You.
You are the life I choose.
 
The world whispers of its delights,
It casts disdain at You
And those who seek to heed Your word,
Honor and live it, too.
 
I pray each day that things will change
But that’s not up to me.
For this world answers to You, Lord,
And that’s how it should be.
 
I know that I have lost my way,
More than a time or two,
But, when You called me, I have turned
And hurried back to You.
 
You formed this world out of nothing,
It answers You alone.
Though I still pray we’ll turn around,
Some hearts seem made of stone.
 
Oh, Lord, I pray Your Light will shine
Upon those distracted
By all this broken world offers.
Help us seek You instead.
 
For only You know how this ends
For every wayward soul.
Let each one turn back to You, Lord,
To make what’s broken whole.  
 
Job 28:23-24
“God understands the way to it, and he knows its place. For he looks to the ends of the earth and sees everything under the heavens.

This photo of a flock of Ibis looking for lunch is a blessing from DE and her fishing trip!! 

Here I Am, Lord

 

We are all called to serve the Lord,
Each one in our own way.
That service isn’t without price,
But grace is ours each day.
 
He calls us to stand up for Him,
To honor what He taught.
He calls us to live in the Word,
The redemption He bought.
 
He calls us to carry the news
Of His ceaseless mercy.
For those still lost in the darkness,
Be a light they can see.
 
The calling comes to each of us,
And each of us must choose
To stand for Him or turn in fear
Of all there is to lose.
 
It may be easier to say
“Please, Lord, don’t call on me.”
Yet, that is not the child of grace
That I want me to be.
 
Oh Lord, please give me ears to hear
When You call out my name,
And give me faith that’s strong enough
To stand up and proclaim,
“Here I am, Lord! Send me!”
 
Isaiah 6:8
And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here I am! Send me.”