Then they gathered around Him and asked Him, "Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?" He said to them, "It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by His own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on … Continue reading Same Jesus, Different Season
Category: Redemption
God Says
God says, I AM THE ONLY GOD Yet we insist on our own way and to heaven we poke and prod God says, I AM THE ONLY NAME WHO SAVES Yet we stumble, falling, landing close to the grave God says, LET THE EARTH OPEN WIDE AND SALVATION SPRING UP Yet we close our hearts … Continue reading God Says
Confess Your Secret Sin
Secret sin When does it begin? Nothing in all creation is hidden from God's sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of Him to whom we must give account (Hebrews 4:13). At age 10 when you sneak a porn mag? For everything in the world-the lust of the flesh, the lust of … Continue reading Confess Your Secret Sin
A Loss
"Because she loves me," says the Lord, "I will rescue her. I will protect her, for she acknowledges my name. She will call on me, and I will answer her. I will be with her in times of trouble. I will deliver her and honor her. With long life, I will satisfy her and show … Continue reading A Loss
Lord, Give me a Clean Heart
His lightning strikes Like spikes Through the hearts Of all who need a fresh start Some may know and seek Others hide behind what they speak He shakes the nations Nobody wakes He destroys houses Nobody bows down What will it take For those who claim To follow Jesus To admit their diseases I will … Continue reading Lord, Give me a Clean Heart
Hope for Those Who Fall
The unveiling An opening A fragrance Holy and pleasing Hope blooming Then the scatter Like after the Fall Each matters Every one seen Trusting with every ounce of their being He redeems ~~~ Remember these things, Jacob, (or insert your name) for you, Israel, are my servant. I have made you, you are my servant; … Continue reading Hope for Those Who Fall
New Life in Christ
Holy Spirit soul renovation Leaves you color-less As He threshes away selfishness Forgiven, you feel the stain peel away Layer by layer You feel someone's prayer Holy Spirit ministers During this irresolution He promises restoration Lifting Shifting Planting Feeding Oh the new Shedding like snakeskin the old you You may wonder Who am I now? … Continue reading New Life in Christ
Harmony
Such misery In the mystery Gunmen shoot cops down Satan tears the Bride's gown Children missing but alive Forced to do things, to sexualize Inside His church Hands grope, evil searches Jesus is under no veil Victory is His sail Eternity is not available For those who run with evil His banner is lifted high … Continue reading Harmony
Forgiveness for All
Forgiveness When left in our weakness, an abyss Such fear To admit wrong and come near Oh the pride inside Whispering lies About running the race a loner bonified "strong" never needing atonement Here's the thing Whatever song you choose to sing Your life, as is mine and all, is an issue Our Father in … Continue reading Forgiveness for All
Can You See Yourself at the Well?
Can you see yourself at the well? Out in plain sight at high noon Hurrying the task as someone may come soon Your life at home a shambles A man who rambles Expects you to cook and have sex But has no plans to marry you next A life of shame, the yoke around your … Continue reading Can You See Yourself at the Well?
Faith Hope and Poetry 