Floating in cool water.

During the summer I caught the most beautiful formation in the clouds. I tried to snap a picture but the clouds had moved by the time I was able to get the camera. I'm hoping this poem will paint that image for  you. I do have a picture of some of the formation that was shaped like a hand up to the wrist. Between the poem and the picture I hope it will paint the image for you that I saw.

Cool Waters

As I bathed in the cool waters

I was warmed by a sight above

The hand of the Holy Spirit encircled the sky

His fingers they stretched far and wide

His arms were covered in pure white wool

like that of a lamb

Though I lay in the water so cool

the sight of His hand warmed me through

As I lay still bathing in the cool waters

I could feel the Holy Spirit lift me

up from the water and hold me for a short moment

then He lay me down back into the cool waters

only to have a wave suddenly shake me back to reality

Though I lay in the water so cool

the sight of His hand warmed me through

As I lay still bathing in the cool waters

I was warmed further by a message

carried forth by the wind

"He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul"

The hand of the Holy Spirit then faded from the sky

but never from my heart

As I climbed out from the cool waters

and stood on the beach drying in the warm sun

I sensed he was near and

felt His breath whisper in my ear

"Be Still and know that I am God"

Never has such cool water warmed me so much

than that moment when I saw 

the Hand of the Holy Spirit across the sky.

Psalms 23 : 2,3 He leads me beside still water. He restores my soul

Psalms 46:10 Be Still and know that I am God

ANNUAL THANKSGIVING PRAYER

HI Everyone
As it seems to become a tradition for me. Here is my annual Thanksgiving prayer.
God Bless you! 

I'd like to think of this as a Blessing and Prayer for everyday not just Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving Blessing and Prayer

Thank you Lord for the earth on which we roam

Thank you Lord for the land on which we build our homes

Thank you Lord for the morning light

and the moon that gives light to the night

Thank you for the creatures big and small

for in some ways they are a blessing to us all

In these days when the air is cold,

it warms me through to know Your heart is pure like gold

It's over flowing love surrounds us like a glove

I am filled with joy and peace as I set my table here

and hope for my family and friends as they draw near

on this fine fall day

this blessing I will ask if I may

Lord, today I pray for peace and tranquility

in the hearts of all my friends and family

May you bless each heart with a perfect helping

of grace and healing

Serve up a delightful side of compassion and forgiveness

and please don't forget to top it off with and good scoop of mercy

Open all our eyes with hope and humble pies

then tuck into each heart a cup of Heaven's perfect tea

then lay each one down to rest with a careful touch of your joy and admiration 

Please pour this blessing onto every nation

near and far

to remind us all we are here because of who You are

Thank you Lord for giving us Your Son

so our sins could be undone.

May we always put our trust and faith in you

in everything we do

May we seek your blessing each and every day

and not just on Thanksgiving Day.

AMEN

My Lord walks with me and I with Him

One day as I was out for a walk, I found myself feeling like someone was with me. I couldn't see him but I could feel him. His touch, his presence, all of Him. I just walked beside Him in silence but I somehow knew He was hearing me speak. I've had this feeling a few times before and it leaves me so peaceful and worry free each time. Have you ever had a walk with the Lord. It's an amazing time. I pray you get a chance one day to feel it.

A Walk with My Lord

As I walked down the street

there stood a figure in the distance

so radiant and sweet

He was so slender and tall

into his arms I thought I'd fall

As I drew closer his smile captivated my heart

Instantly from Him I did not want to part

I stood as if frozen in time

He reached out his hand

took hold of mine

up the stairs we climbed

No words spoken,

just silence and breath

I wondered if this were my climb to Heaven

and I began to quiver

He tightened his grip as if to comfort me

Across the field we walked in the breeze

The moment was as perfect as can be

 I dared not to spoil it with talk

every few steps he'd give my hand a squeeze

as if to put me at ease

No words spoken just silence and breath

My thoughts he must read

cause His company I sure did need

The feelings of love and tenderness as we walked along

Warmth flowed from his hand to mine

Oh how I wanted time to stand still

then out of the wind something whispered it was time to go

before ours hands pulled apart His gaze met mine

With a smile and a wink I knew I'd be just fine

Then I continued on my way

Back to reality I did come

although there maybe times when it seems I walk alone

My Lord is here with me wherever I am

Every day we have a choice to walk

burdened by troubles

or alongside The Lord free and at peace.

 that day I chose to walk along with Him.

 

Psalm 23:4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil; For You are with me;
Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.

He Never Let's Me Escape His Eye

I don't really have much to lead into this poem. 

Mathew 6: 21 and Luke 12:34 say  "For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also." Where is yours?

Never Letting Me Escape Your Eye

For all the earthly treasures I sought before I searched for you
For all the desires I dreamt about before I desired you
For all times I went alone and turned from the Kingdom
I hang my head in shame

For all the deception I let seep into my heart
For all the greed I let take me over
For all the dishonesty I learned to live in
I bow my head in humility

When I went away, You stayed close by
never letting me escape your eye

For all the times You pulled me back onto my feet
For every time you caught me when I fell
For all my tears you dried when everyone turned away
I lift my hands in praise

For mending my broken heart
For carrying me when I was weary
For giving me the strength to go forward
I open my heart with adoration and thanksgiving

When I went away, You stayed close by
never letting me escape your eye

For all the blessings you shower over me
For keeping me special in your eyes
For being my friend and always loving me
I raise my hands and heart to you

For giving Your one and only treasure
to pay for the world's sin
For sending rainbows and keeping promises
For forgiving deception and greed
I'll trade in all my earthly treasures just to be
held by You in Heaven one day.

Cause When I went away,
You stayed close by
Never letting me escape your eye.


The Lord really is everywhere and with us always. Psalms 139: 7-10 Where can I go from Your Spirit? Or where can I flee from Your presence?
⁸ If I ascend into heaven, You are there; If I make my bed in ^[c]hell, behold, You are there.
⁹If I take the wings of the morning, And dwell in the uttermost parts of the sea,
¹⁰Even there Your hand shall lead me, And Your right hand shall hold me.

Take it to the Cross

We all have bad days. We face multitudes of problems, horrors, let downs, You name it we have them. It is not necessary to hold on to these burdens. There is something we can do about them. Something that so few people do. Believe me when I say this if you just listen to this advice, things WILL get better. There is something better. One day you will see. There's only one thing you must do:

Take it to the Cross

When your plate is full

and you have no more pull

Take it to the Cross

 When your bag is ready to burst

gather up your worst

Take it to the Cross

 

Fall down upon your knees

And Let your burdens be

 With Jesus' blood upon the cross

We are free to live in eternity

Open your heart in prayer

Jesus awaits

 

When your back’s against a wall

and you’re about to fall

Take it to the Cross

 When your world feels upside down

don't just sit and frown

Take it to the Cross

 

Fall down upon your knees

Let your burdens be

 With Jesus' blood upon the cross

We are free to live in eternity

Open your heart in prayer

Jesus awaits

 When temptation and darkness loom

And despair begins to bloom

Take it to the Cross

 When your neighbour does you wrong

Show them love and stay strong

Take it to the Cross

 

Fall down upon your knees

Let your burdens be

 With Jesus' blood upon the cross

We are free to live in eternity

Open your heart in prayer

Jesus awaits

Your Love Surrounds

This weekend I was camping with my family and in laws. I was blessed with some time at the beach with my two sons. While they played I sat and marvelled at the splendour of God's creations. Each tree, curve in the edge of the lake, each noisy crow that woke me each morning. God's love comes beaming through all day long. I was very inspired and in complete awe, as I am everytime I get to spend some time admiring this beautiful country that God has placed me on.

Your Love Surrounds

Almighty God, your love surrounds me
From the tops of the pine trees
to the sand beneath my feet
Your love is there

Your love rises with the sun
and follows me until the day is done
Comforting me when my day goes sour
Your love stays with me every hour

As I focus my sleepy morning gaze
over a new day's haze
I see Your love shimmer back at me
through each branch of the tall pine tree

Here I sit with a coffee in hand
admiring this beautiful land
where My Lord you placed me to live
Oh what a precious gift to me you did give

Almighty God why do you love me so
surrounded by your love I must continue to grow
I know when I meet your grace and receive forgiveness
I can't possibly understand why you love me and my mess

Thank you My God for loving me
I do not deserve this gift of mercy
Oh My Yahweh, what would I do
if I didn't receive all this love from you

My Almighty God, may your love
forever pour down on me from above
and may I share this blessing
with all those I know and meet in passing.
Amen.

Be Still

Being still and listening to Lord Our God is very difficult for some of us. We like to let human life get in the way making it harder to see God in our lives everyday. I've been learning just where to find God in my day to day comings and goings. It's been a struggle but it gets easier everyday. There are days when I've been really busy and haven't made time for scripture reading or prayers and I feel it. I get down. Here is my latest that helps pick me back up when I'm not finding my God.

Be Still

Be still and know

when pain and hurt head your way

He'll be there at the end of your day

Be still and know

when anger shows itself

He'll help you nail it to the shelf

 Be still and know

when frustrations rise

He'll be there loving and wise

Be still and know

when you are feeling lost

He'll guide you at no cost

Be still and know

When life is rough

He'll give you courage to stay tough

Be still and know

when days are dark and glum

He'll send you friends to show you fun 

Be still and know

when you feel your back against a wall

He's there to catch you when you fall

Be still and know

when the tears stream down your face

He's here to wipe them dry with His grace

Be still and know

when life is at a stand still

He's at work doing His will

Be still and know 

He's a forever faithful loving God

Be still and know 

that He is God

Be Still.

(psalms 46:10 Be still and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations. I will be exalted on the Earth)