WRITE IT DOWN

FOREVER MORE

2012-01-18T22:55:00.000-08:00

Alive with hope and energized by love
Understanding responsibility and reason
I am grateful to be by the fire meditating on truth
Tasting the sweetness of this season
Being reminded that waiting never stops
Even when everything is subject to change
Patience is born of humility and trials
Love is equal parts joy and pain
Sweet burning embers of my heart
Reflect the glory of the Lord
Keep His word ever before you
Focus on forever more.

And by the fire may it come to you
A deeper knowing than ever before
Love is chasing you down
Never gets tired of holding your heart Leading you by the handLook up to heaven cast your cares
Do not put your hope in man
Only the Lord knows your smallest need, hope, and desire
He alone is the strength of your life
and your every prayer by the fireFocus on forever more.

FOG IN THE VALLEY

2011-11-30T19:12:00.000-08:00

Something about park benches and rocking chairs
Taking long walks in cool clean mountain air
Watching blue clear skies as the sun melts fog in the valley
Coming to the plain simple truth of life's always changing melody
Admitting there's so much more to learn as I travel down this road
Being still while you feel reality burn the weight of the load
Adding another unexpected piece to the puzzle
Ever aching within from the constant struggle
Of nothing more than this day to day life
Exceedingly thankful for right now, and yet still grieving at the same time.

BURN IN ME

2011-10-05T05:01:00.000-07:00

Holy Passion of God
Deepen what is there
Have me, Hold me
Keep me in prayer
Take all that is yours
Burn in me holy truth
From thoughts to action
Demonstrate, consecrate, and prove
I am yours forever
All for your glory I live and move...

And let go of every earthly thing
Come awesome power and bring
The Kingdom, Your glory
Redeeming love be exalted
To the highest place
For all that you bestow grace upon grace
Burn in me faithful desire
Divine purpose, Holy love
Be the center, the first, the last
You are forever and only more than enough.

I WILL REMEMBER

2011-08-27T01:01:00.000-07:00

I remember you laughing to tears
I remember your squeeze tight hugs
I will remember you Mother
For always and ever your love...

You have touched my soul like nothing else
Your words, your prayers have carried me
All your sacrifice and pain and suffering
Continues to challenge, encourage, and comfort me.

ABIDE IN HIM

2011-07-17T21:36:00.000-07:00

Time has come and gone
Yesterday is a memory
Of trials, triumphs, and struggles
Wrestling with reality
What has been
Will never be again
Zero five zero six eleven
My mom has gone to heaven
Her deep love lives on
In the hearts of her children

THE UNSEEN

2011-05-01T12:58:00.000-07:00

Thank God I do not go by what I feel or see
I feel like I cannot breath
Almost fainted but you revived
And reminded me
I will continually fall down at your feet
And worship You my eternal reason to rejoice
I will stand on the Rock Christ Jesus
The unseen faithful High Priest who is ever interceding...

DARKNESS TO LIGHT

2011-04-02T00:17:00.000-07:00

Night is turning to morning
Coming to You with everything
That I can do nothing about
I will lay against your chest and wait
Run into You where I am safe
Let your words take hold of me
Cause me to trust and believe
Without doubting or fretting
Simply obey and speak your word
Help me God to lay it all down
And remember YOUR LOVE NEVER FAILS!

2011-03-06T23:50:00.000-08:00

A sudden whisper I hear
My Lord, The King is near
And with Him a procession of purpose, endless courage
Write it down, mix it with faith, be nourished

Look upon the truth, let it fill all of you
Let freedom sanctify, wash, and cloth
Make you ready and be all that you know
An assurance of change somehow sustains
Inspiration like sunlight dancing in the rain
A gentle joy comforts my mind
You're in me and I'm in You forever in time
Though now, through daily duties and chores
I miss you, I seek you, I long for more

While all else continues to come and go
When the day is spent, keep me close
I will gladly wait and live to explore
Guarding attentively all my windows and doors
Choosing the blessing and not a curse
By letting everything else take second, I put you first.

Shaken I shutter to think, to feel, I must
No presence is more real, I receive, I trust
What I have known in you
Your blood poured out to prove
True love surpasses flesh and bone
It gives, it does not seek its own

Overlooking mistakes, empowering deep within
Giving vision desire with a hunger to begin again
It pleases you to delight in me
This free-willed little one who sometime cannot see
Your love does not change
Good or bad day
You want me just like this
No matter how unprepared, unsteady, every bit, all the way.

2 Jan 2006
I Thess 3:8

BELOVED JEWEL

2011-03-04T21:40:00.000-08:00

Please fix your mind on the promise, the prize - Jesus Christ. If you have Him, you will not lack any good thing. Should it temporarily appear you are missing something or someone...Be still. HE IS GOD. May your need only serve as opportunity to draw closer to the One who loves you most. He alone adds to you what is needful and necessary. If you do not have something, you must not need it. Give Thanks. The King of love is faithful to provide even the smallest detail of care and affection.

Do not be discouraged by the struggles of life. Even a beautiful butterly has to pass through struggles to find the strength to use the wings she has been given to fly. God is with you. You were made to overcome.

TIME IS NOW

2011-03-02T00:37:00.000-08:00

Stop putting off
What needs to be done
Wearing yourself out
With unnecessary worries
Filling your pockets with earth

Let it all go
What you think you know
Leave your burdens
And the weight of the world
To the one who loved you first

Fall on the strongest shoulders
The One who made it all
For us to enjoy and reflect our friend
The time is now
To draw near to Him

Glorious joy, love, and desire
The Prince of peace, the all-consuming fire
Arise and let Him shine on you
Put away the excuses
When you know the time is now

FROM THE LOFT

2011-01-26T20:50:00.000-08:00

Gratefully collapsing
Resting from the rest
Existing just for you
Longing to give my best
Hidden treasures tucked away
Shining beneath the stars
Listening intently to your voice
Playing quiet rythyms on my guitar
Receiving healing, songs, and sounds
To feed the hungry hearts and lay their thinking down...

From the loft
Prayers are spoken
Peace covers me
Hope fills the air
All my troubles
Like waters gone by
I am confident
My Redeemer is near.

HIS BODY

2010-12-07T17:37:00.000-08:00

Take into consideration the day and age we're living in
Often remember Jesus perfect sacrifice that we could be with Him
Let go of the worries and do not let doubt feed the fears
They are worthless nothings that attempt to turn your joy into tears
As the Lord strong and mighty takes care of the beautiful flowers & precious birds
So He has a plan in place that is ordered and comissioned by His unfailing word
He is taking care of you
Upholding all things by the Word of His power
Lean into His heart, let His words go deep
He alone satisfies the lonely hearts and fulfills the ones who seek
Seek first the Kingdom
Pray and pray some more
Love is trust declaring the truth
Living what we were made for.

HIS MIND

2010-11-29T04:25:00.000-08:00

Blood and water
Rise and shine
Eat the bread
And drink the wine

Dance the dance of joy
Lift up your eyes
Behold the promise
It is nigh

Minister of flaming fire
Fulfilling all of His word
What was whispered in your heart
A long time ago has now come to earth

Made for Him
Seek and find
Love and Live
And know His mind

SAY WHEN

2010-11-18T01:36:00.000-08:00

When nothing turns out like you thought or planned
When you had hoped to get to bed early and it is now 3am
When conviction keeps knocking on the door
When all you have is scattered across the floor
When you realize busyness has become your life
When tears overtake you and sorrows subside
When you pack your bag and make up your mind
When nothing in all the world could give you back the time
When all reality deals with your pride
When the truth is what you cherish inside

GLORIOUS

2010-11-11T19:18:00.000-08:00

Open skies
Spread wide your light
I will keep looking up
Thankful for this night

Listening with you
Covered in the cold
Mysteries unfold
Watching waters gone by

Step upon the stone
It is time to move on
Prepare to ascend
Explore the unknown

CHILE

2010-10-12T21:26:00.000-07:00

Down down deep into the ground
Working by the sweat of their brow
Trapped beneath the surface of earth
Sticking together to stay alert
Frustrations melt as good news arrives
Hope is the rescue that saves their lives
Pulling them to the surface
To live the rest of their lives on purpose.

EVER UPWARD

2010-10-03T09:45:00.000-07:00

Out of nowhere
The thoughts come
To prayer
I quickly run
Tired and longing to
Hear your voice
In sorrows and sufferings
I will rejoice
You watch over your word
Clothing the flowers and feeding the birds
Ever upward I turn my eyes
Understanding fills my mind
Your Word is power - there is nothing to fear in days ahead
You alone are my protection, my portion, and daily bread.

RETURN

2010-09-01T23:32:00.000-07:00

Lovely days of blessed praise
Around me thou hast stayed
Keeping my mind and heart alike
Ever turning upward to grace

Grounded in great thanks
Carrying me on the wings of the wind
Comprehending understanding
Praying to be found in Him

Every detail of every day
Each need and every desire
All the conflicts serve as
Kindling to the fire

Purifying me
To be His alone
Causing me to return
And be all that He has created me to be for His glory.

DRINK IT UP

2010-08-17T00:11:00.000-07:00

The reality of joy when it comes to you
After oceans of tears and days of pain
The scent of the moment in walking for miles
Resting against the rock and feeling the strain
Tirelessly pulling, pressing, and gripping to find a hold
Glimpses of beautiful wildlife left alone
Listening and waiting and praying through the night
Wrestling with reasons and longing for life...

HEART IN A HAMMOCK

2010-07-22T00:31:00.000-07:00

My heart is in a hammock
Resting against the faith of love
Being rocked by the light
Held by the strong presence of truth
My mind is down river
Looking for the perfect place to pull out or put in
Paddling through rough and choppy waters
Sustaining the wind and unexpected turns
The sun will shine again soon - miles around the bend
Enjoying the view even when it gets tough
Prayer powers this paddle and Lord you always give me more than enough.

RISE ABOVE

2010-06-30T00:25:00.000-07:00

Wake me up to rise above
This ever writhing stage
Paint for me the picture
Of your heart upon the page
Lead me here by your word
Open my understanding to yours
Cause me to know your mind

Trusting you - I am helped
Abiding under your protection
Wisdom is near to me
Your thoughts are my reflection
Fear is running, hope is coming
And all will be well with my soul
Father I have not forgotten your promise

It overcomes the world
Your name is above all others
Nothing can stand against you
Only love prevails
Death is swallowed up in life
In your presence
Our weakness turns to strength

PEACE WITHIN

2010-06-20T00:19:00.000-07:00

Be at peace within yourself
As you once told me
Cast your cares upon the Lord
In Him you are complete

Hand to the plow
Do not look back
You have not made a mistake
Love covers a multitude

Be at peace within yourself
As you once told me
Hold fast, be bold, press on
You are free

Shine as you live the promise
Wake up early to meet with Him
Do not forget those who are in prison
As if you yourself were with them

Let hope fill your heart
This life is but a glimpse
We're running for the finish line
At last, to be close to Him.

GET UP

2010-06-16T10:04:00.000-07:00

The dreamer dreams and melts beneath the surface
Seeking to live more than this and find their true purpose
Wake from contemplations to face the breaking tide
Pride is gone, fear is gone, there is nothing left to hide.

Gear up for the journey is long and hard and steep
Each of us have a part to play, love to live, a place to be
So lift your hands, surrender and receive
Perfect love that cast out all fear and believe

You were made for love so get up
Stop sinking into the mire
Of self pity, lies, and defeat
If Christ is your life, He alone is your victory!

PRESSED NOT CRUSHED

2010-05-26T22:56:00.000-07:00

Endeavoring to keep the unity of the spirit
Hurting, healing, I can feel it
Pressed, but not crushed
Overwhelmed and being rushed
Remaining calm
Unmoved by the callapse of time and thought
Reflecting on the Psalms

Through it all drawing nearer
Watching truth make it all clearer
Embracing hardship is becoming a blessing
Forgiveness is continually confessing
It's own faults and failings
Truly listening and responding
Live love instead of comparing

Nevermind the over-thinking
Trying so hard to make it
Be vulnerable, stop pretending
Pain is proof healing's not far away
Why waste time considering a lie
Be determined, stay your mind
On things above

ONLY LOVE REMAINS

2010-04-04T23:38:00.000-07:00

Somethings trying to wear me down
The waiting until forever comes around
But all of these temporary things
Are bringing me back to You

I will call out and hide myself in truth
Keep reminding me as well as You do
Not to fret the current circumstances
They will all bow before You too

If I will wait a little longer
Pray, believe, and speak the words I know
The Spirit and the water will come
And God will make me grow

So raise my hands and breath new life
Empty me out and come inside
Fill your sanctuary have your way
Until Only Love Remains

FOCUS

2010-03-23T23:04:00.001-07:00

Who is it? How is it? These thoughts of the mind
Coming forth to carry me away from taking action
To practice diversions that will only take me from destiny's path
Emerging without any warning...drawing my attention to the past
A cursed accused distorted abused
The lies that try to settle here
In the shadows of time
Before I knew the truth
I was blinded by fear
Longing to disappear into grace
To be transformed restored embraced
By true love's arms
Invited to partake of the bread and the wine
Naturally nourished by divine eyes
Searching infinetely beyond what was there
knowing the heart behind the prayer
Hidden treasure dressed in armor
Fight until you can fight no longer...
Lift up your head
Awaken O warrior, rise from the dead
Take unto you the joy of abiding in Him
Though you are at war, you are not a slave to sin
Give the enemy no place, no ground to stand
For the true battleground is within
the heart and mind of man.

YOU LOVED ME FIRST

2010-03-21T23:40:00.000-07:00

Quietly I turned to look up
He who is faithful fills my cup
By His word He directs my life
His pure love opens my eyes

Drifting He brings me back
Falling He makes me stand
Forgetting He reminds me
Upholding me by His righteous right hand

Needing understanding I cry out
Waiting in expectation of the truth
Increasing in spiritual hunger and thirst
Comforted that I am loved by You

Lacking nothing for You are mine
Strengthened by the knowledge of You
As You are, so am I
Loving giving grace peace and life.

HEALING IS COMING

2010-03-05T22:03:00.000-08:00

I saw a woman today
Working, thinking, concerned
Seemed to be troubled about many things
---Your healing is coming---

Listened to a friend tonight
Whose heart was heavy with life
Longing to live love's truth
---Your healing is coming---

Someone is facing a loss right now
Feeling alone in your thoughts
A little overwhelmed by reality
---Your healing is coming---

At least a few of us
Are more distant than we'd like to be
God hears our prayer
---Our healing is coming---

MIND O MAN

2010-02-27T20:46:00.000-08:00

"THE HEART OF THE RIGHTEOUS STUDIETH TO ANSWER: BUT THE MOUTH OF THE WICKED POURETH OUT EVIL THINGS. THE LORD IS FAR FROM THE WICKED: BUT HE HEARETH THE PRAYER OF THE RIGHTEOUS." Proverbs 15:28, 29

Who is it? How is it? These thoughts of the mind
Coming forth to carry me away from taking action
To practice diversions that will only take me from destiny's path.
Emerging without any warning...drawing my attention to the past
Accursed, accused, distorted, abused
The lies that try to settle here
In the shadows of time
Before I knew the truth
I was blinded by fear.
Longing to disappear into grace,
To be transformed, restored, embraced
By true love's arms.
Invited to partake of the bread and the wine;
Naturally nourished by divine eyes.
Searching infinitely beyond what was there
knowing the heart behind the prayer.
Hidden treasure dressed in armor
Fight until you can fight no longer!
Lift up your head
Awaken, O Warrior, rise from the dead!
Take unto you the joy of abiding in Him
Though you are at war, you are not a slave to sin.
Give the enemy no place, no ground to stand
For the true battleground is beneath the surface
Within the heart and mind of man.

BLESSED BE THE NAME OF THE LORD

2010-02-09T21:21:00.001-08:00

Fly leap
Hold fast be free
Lock your eyes
Fix your mind
Remember who you are
Stand on the Rock

Pronounce the blessing
Forget the past
Learn of Him
Cast your cares
Be unafraid
Confess His name

Blessed be the name of the Lord
When things go wrong
When all seems right
When I am weak & unable to fight
When it appears all is exhausted
And I feel that I have completely lost it

Blessed be the name of the Lord
I never really needed anything like I need you now
Thanks for allowing my eyes to be opened to the truth
My only real source that never runs out is You
Thank You for choosing me, for calling me
For never giving up on me, for waiting so patiently

Blessed be the name of the Lord
Who gives sight to the blind and busy
Who awakens with understanding those that are sleeping
Who keeps His children day and night
Giving them all they need for life
Blessed be the name of the Lord.

ZEPHANIAH

2010-01-23T23:59:00.000-08:00

Many times
I am on your mind
Everlasting Father
My place to hide

Knitted and formed
While I was yet unborn
Being held together
By your strength

Cast upon you from my birth
Touch the earth arms outstretched
Longing to be held by you
My place to hide

You dressed me in your love
Your word healed me
Crying with hunger for what is right
Constant desire to seek and find

Truth is my only hope
To weather these storms
And be found comformed to your image
My place to hide

NOTE TO SELF

2010-01-14T14:34:00.000-08:00

Pick up your armor
Hide yourself in God
Be helped

Be more than a good person
Live for more than work
Do not be afraid of getting hurt

Standfast
Listen more
Never take the easy road

Keep letting go of things
Hold onto no one
Cherish what is true

Examine yourself daily
Face the fire
Get ready... He's coming soon.

AS HE SEES

2010-01-01T22:33:00.000-08:00

Our bodies ache to be clothed
In little more than this temporary
Growing weary trying not to faint
Confusing business of day to day
Longing to be held, to behold
The beauty of the Lord
To see Him come in the clouds
Break into this here and now
Collapsing the blur
Making ready the unsure
Justice stand up
Mercy has made a way
Love speaks the truth
We all need to pray
Lay down our lives
Be humble and exercise
The power we have been given
To heal and set free
To see all
As He sees

DESERT

2009-12-07T21:10:00.000-08:00

Some where near the edge
I layed me down and slept
So tired from the fight
Inside and all the words unsaid

Beauty of the morning light
Touch my face with your heat
Waking up on solid ground by the fire
The Word of God is my feast

I choose to live in Your strength
To stand upon the rock
Taking no thought for my life
You are more than enough

Sipping on living water
I am washed from within
Ready to walk the distance
To run with You again

All You are surrounds and fills
And makes me come alive inside
All the words You speak
Keep drawing me in to You

Touching every part in me until
You are all I could ever want
Take captivity captive
Let understanding come

Friend of the poor - I am yours
Restorer of what is broken
You have become my constant quest
My hunger and my portion.

WRAPPED UP

2009-11-29T19:24:00.000-08:00

From the very beginning
Before I knew
Or could begin to understand
The place You would have me to stand
I was wrapped up in You
Falling down
Hiding my face
Living in denial
Not knowing who I am
I was wrapped up in You
You sent Your word
To get my attention
You kept me from wasting time
Spared me from regrets
I was wrapped up in You
You keep me from falling
Drawing me deeper
Revealing Your secrets
Mercy and truth
I am wrapped up in You.

CLOSE

2009-11-20T18:12:00.000-08:00

Love to watch you work
All the ways You do
In the middle of the mess
You teach us to rest
Digging in the dirt
Observing the fields
Strengthening the weak
Scattering the seeds
Breaking up the ground
Watering the thirsty
Praying continually
Choosing to love us first
Dressed in this earth
Coming close enough
To let us touch Your scars
And fill us with all You are.

LIVE IT

2009-11-09T21:18:00.000-08:00

Times appointed
Here and now
All that can be shaken
Will be
Fix your eyes
Bow your knees
Our Father is faithful
He is restoring

It is clear
Unmistakable
No compromise
No looking back
Strengthening the weak
Interceding
Meeting needs
Esteeming others greater

Losing self interest
Keeping the unity of the Spirit
Realizing true worth
Cherishing, protecting
Healing
Taking time to truly love
Listen and respond
Live the truth

BLISTERS

2009-11-01T01:15:00.000-07:00

Feeling the biting cold
Winds of the fall
Come upon us
The harvest moon shines

Fuel for the fight
Blisters and scars
Still becoming
And yet we are

Made to weather so much more
Than this temporary
Land of prescriptions and candy
Little house on the prairie

Is a dream compared
To what we walk through
On a daily basis
Empty, counterfeit, faithless

Wonders of the world
Are wandering themselves
What are we living up to
If we have no standard ourselves?

UNDERNEATH IT ALL

2009-10-19T21:06:00.000-07:00

Ups and downs, running round
Players play the game
Trying to get you within reach
By scheming, plotting, and deceit

Underneath it all
Broken, lost, and insecure
Not sure where to go
Confused, reaping what they sow

Imprisoned by pride
Blinded by
The illusion for more
As they continually steal from the poor

Undearneath it all
Unsatisfied, opposing themselves
Craving recognition
Refusing to call for help

Help is standing at the door knocking
Who will open it and let him in
Have some true communion
Save your soul and gain a friend

Underneath it all
He knows your doubt
Your pain and disappointment
And fear of rejection

Step into the light
Let love heal you
He knows your thoughts
And still wants to be near you...

I NEED YOU GOD

2009-10-07T14:15:00.000-07:00

I need you God
to come down and save me
break through the sadness
and the madness of this life...

I need you God
to remind me who I am
when I have forgotten
and cannot see for all the tears

I need you God
to hold me inside
mend what is torn apart
help me to hope as I never have before.

SOJOURNER

2009-10-04T18:26:00.000-07:00

Reading what was written
I began writing and singing
As a little child I listened
Hoping, believing, and waiting
Knowing Jesus is mine

A few more years
Unexpected changes brought desperation
Crying out for understanding
It came
Unchanging Word, Jesus is mine

Life got busy growing up
Dreaming time away
Awaiting the unknown
Moved further south
Just to find, Jesus is mine

Still reading, still writing
Remaining and abiding
At times reflecting upon the past
Grace & mercy by His faithful love for me
Jesus is mine.

A MOMENT

2009-09-13T19:06:00.000-07:00

Quiet, somethings are blinding
Coming into the light
Wrestling fears within
Desiring to be clear minded
Found faithful
Doing all as unto Him

Compassionate, understanding
Strength comes in the waiting
Crying, anticipating
There is more to this
Life than a constant fight
Pushing past the cold

Soon to be clothed, renamed
Covered with His blanket, unashamed
Tucked away close to His heart
Protected, surrounded, set apart
Not defending myself anymore
Because love fights for me.

For now, having a moment
Clearing the clouds away
Taking a long look
A deep breath
Getting ready
For what is about to come...

MAKE THE CHANGE

2009-09-02T13:35:00.000-07:00

Inward repentance
True, genuine, holding fast
Lose self, cast yourself
Cast your burdens

Do not despise hardship
Thankfulness worships
The one that is mighty
To deliver and strong to save

Lasting love
Takes on many forms
Truth is its foundations
Endless, Inexhaustible, boundless

CONSOLATION

2009-08-19T09:33:00.000-07:00

Beautiful songs come to me
After the midnight hour
Plentiful praise and reflections
Of His words, his eyes, his power

Conversations and thoughts
Just between us
Joyful contemplations
Of the things that are to come

It's not over, He's not done
In fact, He's just begun
To draw me in to Him
Closer to His side---

BELOVED REST

2009-08-12T16:55:00.000-07:00

Missing the point sometimes
Hurting and not sure why
Rescued and reminded
That pain sometimes blinds us

From seeing the path of peace
And treasures of joy unfold
Sorrow and suffering often bring
A newness of life to the hungry soul

Thankfulness, gentleness, kindness
Come as we put the past behind us
Finding reasons to believe
Hope opens the door to receive

A right understanding
A real trust
Faith to go forward
And live the truth

Bless the God who made us
His humility saved us from death
His power transforms and awakens
Revives, comforts, and gives His beloved rest.

CONTINUAL THANKS

2009-07-31T23:21:00.000-07:00

O, Thank You Father, that I can be here wrapped in Your embrace
Thank You for the days of stretching, and preparing my heart to seek Your face.
Without You I am not me – I am someone else
Somewhere I do not need to be.
Thank You for Your unfailing love shining into the darkness here
In a moment, all fear is gone and my eyes see clear
O Thank You Jesus, for praying me through with blood, sweat, and tears of love
For sending a friend, a stranger, a child to lift my head up
Thank You for not turning away or giving up on this weak wayward one
Your grace and mercy always forgiving making me ready for what is to come
O Thank You Holy Spirit, my comfort, my companion, my voice in the dark
You who captures me, reveal secret mysteries, guardian of my heart
You are with me all the time in every place
You are leading me in the paths of righteousness for your names sake
Humility, love, and mercy in these You delight
All Your laws are precious to me, good and right
Thank You O Lord, that I can come to You in every circumstance
The enemy flees a thousand different ways and does not stand a chance
You rescue me and fill me with raging desire to pursue
Every good and right path that will encourage all who truly long to return to You.

26 Oct 2005

RECONCILE

2009-07-29T19:10:00.000-07:00

The harder the storm, rougher the tide
The warmer more brilliant skies
The sharper the knife, the deeper the cut
The greater misperception, deeper is the bitter root
The less you know, the more you assume
The more disconnected and numb, the easier it becomes
To believe you are right and others are the problem
Truth be known, all would be forgiven.

UNFAILIING

2009-07-23T02:22:00.000-07:00

Right perspective come
Truth sweet and bitter
Spoken Word draw me nearer

How I long for you to be
Made manifest in me
My great peace and healing

Let those who are standing by
Your strength realize
And see Jesus in my eyes

Casting themselves upon you
Sincerely fear your name
Hoping in your unfailing love.

NONE OTHER

2009-07-12T16:25:00.001-07:00

Every other voice be silent except the Great Sheperd of the Sheep
Speak and I will hearken always only unto Thee
Tension and madness have no place in me
Truth and love and humility straighten and free

All that is broken and battered from this life
Cause me to know, be still and find
None is truer, more faithful or divine
Who meets me here and hears me sigh

Keep me as a seal upon thine arm
Thou art the faithful and true witness
Whose blood speaks the better word
Healing all who hope in Thee alone

Leaving nothing to mere chance
Yet fearlessly taking Your time
Knowing brokeness will soon dance
Watered and fed, and raised by Your hand

All glory and praise
To Him who bore my pain
Who heals and restores me
By His word and the power of His name.

PREVIEW

2009-07-12T12:26:00.000-07:00

Looking back
Sequence of events
Touching the tangible
The things we miss

By not giving thanks
Dwelling on the doubts
Acting on the momentary
Situation and circumstance

Twiddling our thumbs
Waiting for one
Moment to find us
And still we are blind

To all that is hope
But still we wait
Wondering what for
Looking at the temporary

Trying to find an escape
Running on empty
Figuring it out
Proclaiming plenty

History repeats itself
Yet we are too busy to see
Our own nakedness
Pride and arrogance

He sees us in our own blood
Unable to move or speak
His blood speaks a better word
Live life more abundantly

I am the way
The truth and the life
Healing to all your flesh
Salt and light...

TO THE KING

2009-07-04T19:48:00.000-07:00

Out of the silence
Came the spoken Word
The word commanded
And light came forth

Illuminating life
Revealing what was hidden
Creating every living thing
Exposing each motive and thought

Ordaining every step
Speaking and manifesting power
Through His creation
Displaying His wisdom

Bringing us back to Him
Where all began
Living, moving, and having our being
At the cross

HAIL TO THE KING
YOUR KINGDOM COME
YOUR WILL BE DONE
ON EARTH AS IT IS IN HEAVEN

Let every mouth be shut
Every one stand in awe
Great is His majesty
Look at what He has done!

SLIVER

2009-06-17T08:23:00.000-07:00

Lady let your hair down
Put on your gown
Walk barefoot
Down by the water

Look at the stars
Observe where you are
Be held by the strength
Of your heavenly Father

The One who loves you
Is thinking of you
And knows your thoughts
He is not so far away

When you are home
And feel alone
He waits for your surrender
To lift the burdens of your day

In the waiting
He reveals more of Himself
A sliver of the divine
Healing and help

To all that had been scattered
Broken and bruised
Covering you with hope
His hand, His truth...

Casting down condemnation
Regret of past failings
Misguided decisions
Every mistake and admitted wrong

Is now covered in the blood
Of the Only perfect one
Do not be afraid to be weak
He is strong enough.

REALLY

2009-06-07T04:16:00.000-07:00

Constant motion
Exhaustion, busyness
Forgetting sometimes
Who I am really

So much to process
Alot to pass on
Plenty to learn
Praying really

Wars are raging
Inside and out
Daily laying things down
Really asking for help

Because I cannot and do not
Want to do things my own way
I will fall into grace
And really listen this time

Casting all worries and cares
Completely upon Him who cares for me
I will put on humility like a blanket
Resting freely in this hammock

Of faith and be refreshed
Ready myself for the challenges ahead
To be free of this temporary tent
For You O God are my guide even unto death.

SOON TO COME

2009-05-25T00:25:00.000-07:00

Complete in Him
Compelled by Love
Waiting for the change
That is soon to come

Praying for wisdom
Thankful for rain
Receiving discernment
As I abide and remain

Clinging to the truth
Holding tight to the promise
Expecting His presence
Depending on it...

Surely goodness and mercy
Will follow me and I will
Give thanks to the Lord
for He is ever mindful of me

His love endures forever
So I will wait in hope
That the day is not far
And He is soon to come

AMONG THE LIVING

2009-04-26T21:35:00.000-07:00

Riding dirt paths
Turning on the rocks of plenty
Potholes and pitfalls
Seem to await us all
Who dare to take the journey

Don't give up or get discouraged
Challenges bring the change
Take it as it comes
You will be glad you
Did not limit yourself...

Breathe in, drink some water
Feel the cold wind
Take the trail and ride
Do not be afraid of the unknown
Discover, explore, and thrive.

Freely giving and receieving
Thanking God for being
In good and bad times
For the opportunities to do
and say and think and be among the living.

LOOK UP

2009-04-03T17:44:00.000-07:00

Tromping through the mud
One foot in front of the other
Snow falling, wind blowing
Look up
You are on a journey
Spending a season of life with others
What are you hearing, what are you saying?
Look up
Climbing rocks, hanging on a line
Many are watching to see
Your reaction, your response this time
Look up
And this is me falling, crawling, walking
Running as fast as I can
Waiting to meet with you
Looking up

GOD'S WILL

2009-03-08T23:32:00.000-07:00

AWAKE TO JUSTICE, AWAKE TO NEW LIFE
ALL THAT BELONGS TO YOU IS AWAITING
HOLD ON, SIT UP, STAND OUT
YOUR LIFE IN CHRIST IS WHAT THIS IS ABOUT
COME TO YOUR SENSES, BE QUICKENED AT ONCE
YOU ARE HEALED COMPLETELY MAN OF GOD

AWAKE TO JUSTICE, AWAKE TO NEW LIFE
BOW DOWN IN REVERENCE AND WORSHIP
FEAR NOT, COME TO, BE STILL
SING YOUR SONGS OF PRAISES ALOUD
HOLD FAST, STAY YOUR GROUND
YOUR WARFARE HAS ALREADY BEEN ACCOMPLISHED

INIQUITY MUST STOP ITS MOUTH
DEATH MUST LOOSE ITS HOLD
DARKNESS IS UNDER YOUR FEET
THE LIAR IS BOUND
GET UP WILL, WAKE UP KINGMAN,
ABUNDANT LIFE BELONGS TO YOU

WITH THE FULLNESS OF JOY SING
STIR YOURSELF UP FOR THE KING
ALL OF YOU HE HAS ALWAYS DESIRED
YOUR PASSION, YOUR FOCUS, YOUR FIRE
BE STRENGTHENED AND RENEWED
FOR WHAT HE HAS PROMISED, SURELY HE WILL DO.

SINGLE HEARTED

2009-03-03T18:33:00.000-08:00

CROSS MY ARMS AND REST MY HEAD
SMELLING THE FRANGRANCE OF FIRE
WALKING ON IN THE FACE OF DREAD
STAYING ON THE PATH OF DESIRE
WATCHING THE BURNING, FEELING THE HEAT
BEING SINGLE HEARTED AND YET COMPLETE

BIGGER THAN INDIANA JONES
MORE REAL THAN YOU KNOW
DEEP DEEP DESIRE INSIDE
TO RUN, BE THE FORCE, THE DRIVE
GOING ON TO DISCOVER, SEARCH AND RESCUE
TO PROVIDE A FIRE AND BE A REFUGE

PASSING THROUGH THE WIND AND STORMS
RESTING IN THE MIDST OF CHAOS
INVESTIGATING, CONCENTRATING, CROSS EXAMINING
BEING A WITNESS, DEFENDING THE DEFENSELESS...

DANCING

2009-03-02T16:43:00.001-08:00

Remember the dancing
Holding hands and bowing
Each step rewriting the song
Smiles and laughter...it's on
Joy and jumping and swinging around
Such silliness and fun when we play

We were made for dancing
For hugs and romancing
Sharing, listening, and caring
Observing, adoring, and daring
One another to come alive
To press on and leave the rest behind

We take the next step
As He leads, He frees us
To do more than we ever imagined
And Oh the passion of obedience
Only increases with each new day
As we walk together in the way...

WEEP FOR JOY

2009-02-28T12:59:00.000-08:00

Death is swallowed up in victory
Weep for joy and the glory of His story
True religion sets at liberty the captives
Lays down its life and takes action
And leaves a legacy behind, lifeline of hope
Comforting the weary, lifting up the broken
Forgiveness restoring, beholding, embracing suffering
Often remembering Jesus' life and death and humility.

DRIVING FORCE

2009-02-16T20:36:00.000-08:00

Wrapped up in heavy weight at times
Tired out emotions frustrate and blind
Bedraggled by a whirl wind, tossed and bruised
Outstretched hand saves me and rescues
A true friend gives me not one coat but two
Along with an extra pair of running shoes
He knows I will need them for the race
The mountains and the chase
If I am going to run to win
He is fully aware how much I need Him...

To go high, to be still and abide
He is my strength to climb
He is my driving force
Fiery passion and inspiration
His words heal me
His compassion fills me
He is my wisdom
And advisor in every situation

He gives me time, He gives me Him
He is my way of escape in temptation
He is my rock in each decision
He is my clarity and my provision
He covers me with Himself
He clothes me with light
My embrace and final destination
My joy and journey of great delight.

TRANSFORMING

2009-02-10T00:56:00.001-08:00

Complex components
I stumbled upon it
And wouldn't you know
I did not notice

I was fallen down and broken
Learning to live, searching, and hoping
Trusting not knowing what to expect
I was a little off

You brought me back
And spoke the truth
You reminded me
That Love is transforming...

LOW ROAD

2009-02-05T22:53:00.000-08:00

The path is not as we imagine it to be
Not wide and open and full of fantasy
It is lonely and broken and sometimes bare
Watching and praying when no one else is there

Being kind to the unthankful and to the evil
Not giving what we think is deserved
Laying down our life to love and honor each other
Sacrificing what self wants in order to serve

It is digging in the dirt, changing diapers, and washing dishes
Taking out the trash and paying attention
It is a whole lot of grace and forgiveness
Overlooking mistakes and unwise decisions

Avoiding what causes division, mistrust, and strife
Doing all that you can to bless another's life
Thinking of others more than you think of yourself
Considering how your actions and words may hurt or help

Narrow is the way and few that find it
Because it is the lowliest of low, true kindness
Giving up your rights to gain what you cannot see
Asking, seeking, and finding...

Take the low road
Remember others behind you follow.

ON OUR FACES

2009-01-30T19:40:00.000-08:00

Days are passing faster now
While some watch and pray
All creation groans in expectation
Longing for the wedding day

The sun rises and falls
Children await their redemption
Tears run down as we call
And wait for The King's provision

We behold His glory on our faces
Overflowing with joys we can hardly express
His words we have hidden in our heart
The strength of His presence we cannot forget

His songs we have sung
His faithfulness we have known
There is none beside our God
Who shall come and rescue His own.

WAIT FOR IT

2009-01-25T01:47:00.000-08:00

Dirt, water, sun and seed
Material elements a need
Time for cultivation
Love and Patience
Wait for it

Sprouting up, thinning some
Hungry for harvest to come
Just a little longer
Getting a bit stronger
Wait for it

Observing the growth
Weathering some changes
Roots growing deep down
Nutrients added final stages
Wait for it

Continually preparing
Always at the ready
Making use of the time
Thankfully sharing
Wait for it

I HEED IT

2009-01-17T19:20:00.001-08:00

I need to heed it
Every word of God
Not make excuses
About my own disobedience
And why I am not
I need to heed it
And lay everything else aside
For in the end
Nothing else will matter
Except that Jesus is glorified
I need to heed it
Nothing less will do
Lay down my life
For the least of these
Is every one of you

UNSETTLE

2009-01-05T21:38:00.001-08:00

Unplug the attachments
To temporary devices
Pack light, get ready
Make disciples of all nations

Uphold the Kingdom
Speak the truth
Hide God's Word
Inside of You

Understand wisdom
Is Jesus First
Trust fears not
and overcomes

Unbroken is every promise
of God toward man
You will do well to
seek first His Kingdom and understand

Unlike any other
Is He who sits enthroned above
He is and was and will forever be
Unfailing unchanging love

Unsettle yourself
Put your wedding clothes on
The Bridegroom is near
The Spirit and The Bride say come

He will not delay His coming
For this He has already spoken
He stands at the door and knocks
If anyone will open...

TRUTH BE TOLD

2008-12-27T23:08:00.000-08:00

Cannot smile at the lies they tell our children
Yet expect them to grow up and be upright and honest
Clapping for the actors and superficial behaviour
Encouraging them to believe in something but not the Saviour
Painting for them make believe pictures not to offend
Made up stories, singalong, pretend

Call it traditions, pass them on
If it feels good it can't be wrong
Use your imagination, be all you can
The future is in your hands
No boundaries, no fear, no thanks
Entertainment, commercials, and games

The people cast off restraint collecting their toys
For a lack of knowledge they are destroyed
Measuring details of their lives by the comprehensive standard
Unable to hear the truth, unwilling to obey the commandments
Discovering the possibilities, falling into debt
Not leaving home without it, they forget

Life is not what you make it
No matter how hard you try
Only one is good and that is God
No one else, nothing else satisfies
Much of this you already know
Truth be told...

THE KINGDOM

2008-12-18T16:32:00.001-08:00

Imagine what it would be like
If we took God's word to heart
We would not wait another minute
To take hold of His promise and be a part
Of the healing and restoration
Forgiveness and reconciliation...

We would stop waiting for the other person
To move, make a call, or write a letter
We would humble ourselves and acknowledge
Where we have fallen short and could have done better
We might would consider cutting them a little slack
Understanding that as we give so it will be given back

Instead of allowing outward appearance to be the measuring line
Dig a little deeper to find the real treasure inside
And cherish what is expressed from within
A heart and life that is made in the image of Him
Who created all for His glory
And eternal pleasure

DOUBTLESS

2008-12-10T22:39:00.000-08:00

Throw down lay low in quiet watch
The battle continues on around the clock
Walk watch wait for the silent cold clearing
Your own heartbeat and breath is all you are hearing
Get up now, pick up your weapons, make a move
Tomorrow will be here soon...

No time to compromise
No excuse to withhold
Keep moving forward
Be humble, Be bold.

Bend your knees pick up your feet
March on to meet the promise
Let it go, there is hope
So let the light shine on it...

No time to waste
No excuse to delay
Keep moving forward
Be humble, be bold.

FORSAKE I MY THOUGHTS

2008-11-30T14:35:00.000-08:00

Forsake I my thoughts
For none compare to His
Higher than the Heavens
Grace upon grace He gives
Hearken Diligently my soul
Hear the truth and Live

Forsake I my thoughts
Earnestly call upon Him
While He is near
Who abundantly pardons
Hearken Diligently my soul
Hear the truth and Live

Forsake I my thoughts
Arrested by mercy I am
Forsaking my ways completely
Forgiven by the blood of the Lamb
Hearken Diligently my soul
Hear the truth and Live

Forsake I my thoughts
Stay my mind on Him
For only He is God
He alone is Judge
Hearken Diligently my soul
Hear the truth and Live.

ABIDE

2008-11-14T13:08:00.001-08:00

It's only two o'clock
There is alot
To write, to dream
To say what I mean

The wind is blowing cool around me
I might as well be sailing
The sun is burning hot
Even though seasons are changing
Reclining looking out at the waters
Shimmering, sparkling
The day is burning bright
My heart overflows with joy
Inside I am dancing with delight

He delights in me
I can see it in His eyes
The kindest smile of all
Inviting me to come and abide...

RIVER RUNS

2008-11-13T00:40:00.000-08:00

Awaken my senses Lord by Your Word and power
That my response will be to meet with You this hour
Let it be true as the river runs

Swift to trust steady moving on
Down low washing all it touches
Cleaning away corrosion as it rushes
Over rocks broken solid scattered mass
To realize once and for all - You are all I have.

Daily we are changed and being renewed
We can be the seed that falls into the ground and dies
That new life may spring forth
Or else we will remain alone
Our lives are like the river
Expanding and drawing near
Braided at points, falling apart at the edges
Deeper in depth at the middle
At times dangerously beautiful
And yet still washing off the muck
Stirring about, sometimes cloudy
Being thrown against the rock
To be turned and thrust with the tide
All of this revealing the healing
That is coming to our lives
Every day and each hour that we put JESUS first.

ARISE SHINE

2008-11-04T07:27:00.000-08:00

Arise Shine
For you are mine
Through cloud and storm
Wreckless and worn
Diverted distracted
By the worlds attractions
Arise Shine
For you are mine
Come back to Me
I am the bread, drink, and rest
Trade your sorrows and burdens
For the true blessing and treasure chest
Arise Shine
For you are mine

SURRENDER

2008-10-10T16:51:00.000-07:00

Distant whispers in the air tonight
Reflections of my friend
In silence I am still - surrender
Taking time to pray brings the tender

Real and true, I fall down again
Getting up to run and then
Time to take responsibility for
The cries of the broken, the lost and poor

Surrender my thoughts, good intentions
And commit all of my substance again
In full submission, connected to the head
Of the body that was broken for them

I can do nothing without Him
who desires even the weakest part of me
To be closer to His heart
Completely undone and free

I surrender in truth
Every mistake over the years
Confessing my need is deeper
Than the evidence that appears

To accuse me to my face
Attempting to kill my heart and erase
Every memory of honors healing hand
Love that comes to call and commands

The enemy to back off
and every lie to stop its mouth
Declaring my victory is near
He alone is my help

REFLECTIONS

2008-10-02T15:27:00.000-07:00

Reflections
Looking back
Trusting You
I never lacked
The heat is on
The sun is setting
I still want all of You
And no pretending
To know or not need
Confessing the truth is so sweet

Reflections
As I recline into You
Feeling the warmth
Tasting the tears of surrender
Looking into joys understanding eyes
He is my strong defender
Always on my side
And now I realize
The true riches of His glory
am I

PROFIT OF PAIN

2008-09-27T06:12:00.000-07:00

Internal bleeding clothed in dust - I am Your vessel
Tragedies, disappoinments, heartaches - You know I wrestle
With reminders of what I could have done better
Opportunities missed from my short sighted arrogance

Memories of sadness from breaking Your heart
Father to Daughter letting me know my part
By taking Your position front and center
Correcting by Your kindness always tender

Pain comes from living life and growing up
Pain can profit as it can be proof
Of endurance and determination
Evidence that we are alive and not dead
Give thanks to Him who gives hope the promise He personally fulfills
And no matter what can use pain so perfectly for His glory - we are healed

Do not allow yourself to complain or self pity to enter your door
Anything in this world we endure
Is only light and momentary compared to the glory
That will soon be revealed in us one day...

IF I COULD

2008-09-21T01:00:00.000-07:00

If I could understand the depths of knowledge
and live beyond trust in my wallet
If I could discern with wisdom and truth
instead of measuring myself by what others say and do

If I could stop allowing my eyes and stomach to rule
and begin exercising my senses
Eating spiritually as much and as often
allowing the word of God to be my direction

If I could put an end to the influence of insecurities
and silence the whispering lies
That attempt to take me a part from the truth
and remind me of past times

I would if I could
I will because I can
Submit myself to God and Offer my body as a living sacrafice
resisting the enemy steadfast and doing all I can to stand

Opposed to all that opposses the Kingdom of God
actively contending for the rest of the Saints
Forgiving every debt as mine has been erased
doing good to all especially to the household of faith

IN THAT DAY

2008-09-16T22:04:00.000-07:00

Hopeful heart do not despair
Fear not for the future cast your cares
It was written before time
everlasting and saving words divine
Ministering hope and healing
for those who are dealing
With the prodigal and the promise
of that which is yet to come
Falling apart at the feet of the Holy One
Crying out and coming undone
Repentence and severity much sorrow brings
Done with earthly things
Courage is not afraid
But goes forward to meet the enemy face to face
In that day all will see the truth revealed
Another word spoken by the prophets is being fulfilled

KING OF GLORY

2008-09-15T23:29:00.000-07:00

King of Glory be glorified in me
Be glorified in Your people
Be glorified in the nations
On every street, in every steeple

Let every knee bow
every tongue confess
that Jesus Christ is Lord
and they that seek You are blessed

Blessed that you are glorified
in the work of Your hands
Blessed to please You and to serve fellowman
having done all to stand, they stand

Firm on the promises unfailing
Deeply rooted and grounded in love
Delighting themselves in You
Setting their mind on things above

Be glorified King of Glory
Exalted and lifted high
Let the fruit of our lips proclaim
You alone satisfy---

CAST UPON YOU

2008-08-25T21:41:00.000-07:00

Deeply daily I am waiting for
Direction to move these feet
Longing searching needing
To be cast upon You

Awake listening breathing
Responding to the light
Where in every place my thoughts
Are cast upon You

Expression Calling knowing
There is more than what I see
Feeling what is crying out in me
I must be cast upon You

Growing up Letting go Surrender
The pain of weakness and being known
Living giving word is covenant
I am completely cast upon You.

STRONGER THAN DEATH

2008-08-18T13:57:00.000-07:00

Do not worry Daughter
Sit back and rest in my arms
Listen to the voice of your Father
I know right where you are
The words that I have spoken
surely I will prove
Remember My love is stronger than death
I am holding you

Every one of your tears I have saved
I am with you, I am for you
Beside you, behind you, before you
I am within you always
Healing what needs to be healed
feeling what you feel
Do not forget ---
My love is stronger than death

In your weakness My strength is made perfect
My grace is sufficient even now
Though you sorrow and grieve for a moment
Your expectation is of Me, you will see, and I will not let you down
As you hope against hope
My word cannot fail
You long to see the promise of My love
in you My power prevail

Keep holding tight to Me
My words will carry you once more
I am all you ever needed
Set your gaze upon Me
Do not give way to fear
I am the way, the truth, and the life
I am right here
Let Me hold you closer still, My Love
My love is stronger than death.

YOUR THOUGHTS FOR MINE

2008-08-07T11:18:00.000-07:00

Stand still for a moment
Stop what you are doing
Put everything thing down
Let your burdens fall to the ground

Exchange your thoughts for Mine
Let Me hide you for a while
Laugh and sing and share
It gives Me joy to see you smile

Look around and hear the sounds
As all creation sings its praise
Smell the fragrance of falling rain
Wild roses in bloom, budding just for you

Let Me show you trails of hidden treasures
The peace and joy of My good pleasure
Take a walk with me in the trees
Let me tell you what I see

Run with me by the riverside
Exchange your thoughts for mine
Slow down, step in
Let Me wash you from within

And be to you a shelter from the storms
Your strength to climb the mountains high
Your way of escape, your wings in flight
Rescuing arms of rest to hold you through the night

Exchange your thoughts for Mine
Let Me take you away
Put My hand on your head
and lead you as you pray.

I BELONG TO YOU

2008-07-31T20:39:00.000-07:00

Spirit dressed in flesh
Command and light comes forth
You Breathe, You speak, You touch
New life is born

How faithful Your promises prove Lord
From the time that I wake and my feet touch the ground
You bless the works of my hands
And continually overcome every doubt

Thank you God for this skin to feel things in
Time spent in the presence of true friends
Sunshine on my face, thankfulness, and the taste of good fruit
A call received unexpectedly and reports of good news

Thank You for the gentle breezes and times by the fire
Hugs and kisses of children
Sleeping and waking up outside
Conversations and inspirations that come late at night

Sitting in the dirt, watching the sun go down
Midnight running in the rain
Flying over distant places and mountain heights
For being my ever present help and abundant life

In season and out, through every moment of change
Thank You for leading me God and making it very plain
That You know me, love me, and long to show me
I belong to You…

FIREWEED

2008-07-24T10:10:00.000-07:00

Life in times and seasons
Nothing is ever what it seems
Proof of heavens hands
Glory of God on display in hungry needs
For Precious Beauty Wild
Fire of shining smiles
Love dancing in a field
Naked truth untouched freedom yields
The fragrance of Love's patient response
Calling forth those things which are not
Blowing in on the winds of change
Fearing for nothing embracing pain
Washed by the water of eternal life
Healing the heavy heart by
Making the riches of His glory known
Wild Beauty of a heart - ever longing for home.

REMEMBER LOVE

2008-06-10T02:23:00.000-07:00

I will not give up
I will not lose hope
I will continually wait
I will remember love

I will take the next step as He leads
I will fix my gaze
I will not hold back
I will remember love

I will always forgive
I will not complain
I will believe in what I cannot see
I will remember love

I will be still
I will not doubt
I will see the answers to my prayers
I will remember love

I will receive the truth
I will keep on giving all I have
I will cling to God
I will remember love.

NIGHT SEASONS

2008-06-04T18:18:00.000-07:00

Watching the day slip away
listening to the whispers of the wind
So much is stirring inside my heart
I hardly know where to begin

How do I begin to express
worthy thanks for all You are
For the depths of love that You make known
By allowing me to lean into Your heart

Standing in the waves and touching the sand
reminding me this many are Your thoughts towards me
and How can I truly rest
Except that You outstretch Your hand and show me

I run into the night
seeking to lose myself and find You there
I am strengthened by the resistance I feel
And filled with hope through every prayer

To keep on singing, to keep on standing
To dance though victory seems far away
I will keep on believing and speaking the truth
Being confident You hear me when I pray

TEARS

2008-05-30T01:49:00.000-07:00

Oceans inside me, tears welling up inside
Remembering the Word of the Lord
And the hope that I have in life
I wait and my vision clears
I take the next step as it appears
Lamp unto my feet
Lead me and guide me
Light unto my path
There is no other way
Strength for the journey
Word for the weary
Walls crumble at your command
Father, I am letting go to leave
All in Your hands.

STILL ME

2008-05-16T01:06:00.000-07:00

STILL ME THAT I STRIVE NOT
KEEP ME EVER TRUE
MAKE ME UNAFRAID TO GO ON
TO TAKE UP MY CROSS AND FOLLOW AFTER YOU

STILL ME THAT I MAY HEAR
YOUR VOICE LORD ABOVE MY VERY SELF
LET ME BECOME MORE DEPENDENT
UPON YOU AND LESS TRUSTING OF ALL ELSE

STILL ME THAT I MAY FALL APART
AND LAY HELPLESSLY UPON YOUR CHEST
BROKEN AND MENDED BY YOUR EVERY WORD
AWAKENED BY LOVE AND SUSTAINED BY YOUR REST

UP DOWN

2008-04-29T14:55:00.000-07:00

Coming up from the bottom
to breathe again
I am going back down
I am going back in
Cannot stay where it is comfortable
while the world drowns in sin
I must go into all the world
and tell the good news again
To the tired, lost, and poor
Sharing the Way, the Truth, and the Life with at least one more.

LET ME KNOW

2008-04-15T09:10:00.000-07:00

Blue skies, storm clouds
Feeling nothing sometimes
Except the constant eternal battles of life
The skies seem dark and heavy, my heart races on
With expectation of what might appear
after the night is gone...

Changing seasons, heading home, and the yet unknown
The journey is relentless, traveling through
The path is not seen but You let me know
There's more to what I see if I will only look to You

Facing difficulties and hardships
Faith refuses to give up
Hope always believes, seedtime and harvest
Love conceives and gives birth to promise
Part of growing up is not avoiding pain
Facing the fires of love, not giving up is what remains

The look in Your eyes draws me in
I love You, I adore Your presence
I want to be with You, Holy Truth
I need to be found in You
My Protector, shielding me from what I do not know
Draw me to Your side to obey, to grow
Meeting me even in my dreams
Teaching me, holding me, helping me to patiently wait...

Let me know
how I may please You, my King.

SANCTUARY

2008-03-30T20:21:00.000-07:00

O King, I come to Thee
Bowing low at Thy feet
My eyes behold Thy glory
I can scarcely speak
Be not far from me, O Lord
Shine ever bright in here
Let me but hear Thy voice, O God
And by Thy grace draw near
I remember back when Thou awoke me first
Yearning every look of Thine eyes
Always every word Thou hast spoken to me
Has kept my heart alive...
Deeper daily I live for Thee
Increasing desire I find
To ever know Thee more
My dearest friend of all times
Thou art with me as no one else can say
Through the watches of the night and in the dawn of every day
Thou alone hast become my greatest comfort and song
My secret sanctuary all the day long.

23 May 2006

2008-03-29T22:07:00.000-07:00

A sudden whisper I hear
My Lord, The King is near
And with Him a procession of purpose, endless courage
Write it down, mix it with faith, be nourished
Look upon the truth, let it fill all of you
Let freedom sanctify, wash, and cloth
Make you ready and be all that you know
An assurance of change somehow sustains
Inspiration like sunlight dancing in the rain
A gentle joy comforts my mind
You're in me and I'm in You forever in time
Though now, through daily duties and chores
I miss you, I seek you, I long for more
While all else continues to come and go
When the day is spent, keep me close
I will gladly wait and live to explore
Guarding attentively all my windows and doors
Choosing the blessing and not a curse
By letting everything else take second, I put you first.
Shaken I shutter to think, to feel, I must
No presence is more real, I receive, I trust
What I have known in you
Your blood poured out to prove
True love surpasses flesh and bone
It gives, it does not seek its own
Overlooking mistakes, empowering deep within
Giving vision desire with a hunger to begin again
It pleases you to delight in me
This free-willed little one who sometime cannot see
Your love does not change
Good or bad day
You want me just like this
No matter how unprepared, unsteady, every bit, all the way.

Marcie L. Mayo
2 Jan 2006
I Thess 3:8

PSALM 56:4-9

2008-03-25T10:28:00.001-07:00

"In God I praise His word,
In God I have put my trust;
I will not fear what flesh can do unto me."

Something more beautifying the meek
Sacrafice that is pure and sweet
Something of precious worth to me
Beautiful and deep
Teach me to exercise the authority given
and remember that the darkness is under your feet

"Thou knowest my wonderings:
Put thou my tears into Thy bottle...

When I cry unto thee,
Then shall my enemies turn back:
This I know;
God is for me."

MORNING GLORY

2008-03-20T18:07:00.000-07:00

Burn in me Word of God
Clinging to You I gladly sever earthly ties
With adoration and constant praise
I declare to all - You are my life

Let all I am lay in the dust
though joy and tribulation abide
Spirit of Truth guide my thoughts
Deliverer shine in my eyes

Morning Glory I behold Your brilliant strength
My Maker, My Husband - I bow low at Your feet
I am able to stand fearless now and face the future
Confident of Your unfailing love for me

FRONT

2008-03-16T00:25:00.000-07:00

Front and center

rear guard

captain

Lord of Hosts
You are on the front lines

in the ditches

on wings of the wind

at every post
Commander

dispatch

airman

sailor

ground forces
Delivering messages

loading artillery

behind the scenes

laying in trenches

You created the code

know the answer

understand the mission
Carry out the plan of action

Distribute supplies
Confuse the enemy

strengthen the warrior

guide every weapon
Inform Intelligence

Refuel the weary

Intercept and Recognize

Search and Rescue

Overcome and conquer

Tear down and Build up

Great Shepherd

Provider

Keeper

Faithful Friend

Take us deeper into You

and we will look to You and no where else.

“Thy way is in the sea, and thy path in the great waters, and thy footsteps are not known.” Psalm 77:19

Feb 14 2005
Marcie Mayo

HIDDEN PLACES

2008-03-16T00:19:00.000-07:00

HIDDEN PLACES BENEATH THE HEART
HOMELESS AND WAITING TO BE A PART
OF ACCEPTED LIVING
WAITING AROUND THE NEXT CORNER
BORED - A LONER
IGNORING THE AVERTED EYES
OF THE CARELESS PASSERBY
WHEN THE HOPELESS AT HEART
COULD VERY WELL BE
THE WELL-CLOTHED FOOL
OR THE ALMOST NAKED OUR EYES REFUSE TO SEE

“I AM RICHER THAN YOU”
THE POOR PONDER IN THEIR MINDS
WRESTLING WITH BITTERNESS TO SOME DEGREE
REACHING OUT FOR A SINGLE DROP OF KINDNESS
LONGING TO BE FOUND, TO BE FREED
BY A HEART THAT WOULD CHOOSE TO GIVE
WITHOUT SHOWING FAVORITISM
THIS INSTRUMENT OF MERCY
YOU AND ME...

IF WE WOULD ALLOW GOD IN
TO INTERRUPT OUR AGENDAS
OUR SELF APPOINTED POSITIONS
AND RELIGIOUS TRADITIONS
THEN WE COULD SEE WITH OUR EYES
AND HEAR WITH OUR EARS
TURN OUR HEARTS TO HIM

AND BE HEALED
BE REAL
TAKEN A PART, FULFILLED
FOR THE VERY PURPOSES WE WERE CREATED FOR
LORD, BURN AWAY THE DROSS
AND GIVE US PATIENT ENDURANCE TO SURRENDER IT ALL.

Mark 11:45 ...”For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

Matthew 25:34 -40 “Then the King will say to those on His right, ‘Come, you who are blessed by my Father; take your inheritance, the kingdom prepared for you since the creation of the world. For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’
“Then the righteous will answer Him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink? When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?
“The King will reply, ‘I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.’“

God please open my heart to all of your ways, burn your words on my heart so deep that I will never look away. Jesus, that I may exist for your will and purposes alone.

Marcie L. Mayo
3 May 2004
San Jose, CA

HAVE YOU?

2008-03-16T00:05:00.000-07:00

Have you seen the sunsets lately? Then you've seen the glory of his majesty. Have you seen the morning sunrise? The Lord greets you with the art of his creation, His smile. Have you been near the water lately? Then you've witnessed how deep His love is for you. Have you looked to your left and to your right, to the east and to the west? That's how far he has cast your sins from you and remembers them no more.

Have you watched the rain & the storm? Then you know His voice thunders in the clouds, he saves every one of your tears in a bottle, and He reminds you just how close he is in the hard times. Have you heard a song that catches your attention and reminds you how much you long for the closeness of true love? He sings over you. His desire is for you. His love is longing for you with the intensity of everlasting, unconditional, faithfulness. Have you watched a movie lately with an extremely good script it seemed to good to be true? Well He has written the scriptures for your listening and viewing pleasure - You and God are the main characters.

So why not take God personally? Let your life be what others are watching and learning from. What does a person look like, talk like, act like who really knows God? Have you considered that while you continue going along your way...others are following you? Wherever that might be? Have you considered that your life is not just affecting you, but many others? Why not live the truth...live for Jesus and not for yourself.

Marcie
8/25/02

COVERING

2008-03-15T23:58:00.000-07:00

Since ever I remember I've had protection
sometimes closer than I could see
Then as I grew of age it seemed it was across the miles...
over time my heart has grown to desire
A greater fulfillment of what is being offered me.
It's true that I've enjoyed freedom, hungering for the truth
My hopes have permitted me this and your smiles have agreed...
I have trusted in what I could not see
as faith has held my hand and not let go
Walking many roads, some of which for the first time
others I still await the chance to go...

I pray the place I end up is nothing less than my Father's will.
longing for peace and the grace to belong
In a place where my family holds a home for me
encouraging me to go further, to set my sights, to just be free.
As the future comes and each page is turned, I would hope to say
that no matter the journey - I have traveled all the way
To this place you have found me, even when I walk alone
my heart is beating fast as I am soon approaching the love that
is waiting for me...when I go home.

Home is where you are Lord.

Marcie L. Mayo
11/2/00

QUICKEN

2008-03-15T18:46:00.001-07:00

Holy Spirit quicken...move
Take us beyond ourselves
We know nothing, we have nothing
You are power and glory
You move these lips to tell the story
You empty the weary hearts
You restore the lost years
You strengthen the weak and eliminate fear
You and You alone know all things
Reveal Yourself to us...

You hear all the noise that tries to busy our ears
You see all the motions that sway before our eyes
You see the burdened, the beggar, the servant and sinner
SAVE US ALL!!!
Overcome us God with the might of You
Your forgiveness and love knows no bounds
THANK YOU
Empty and fill, breakdown and build up
We stand in awe of You.

In between places reaching for you JESUS
Draw us to yourself
That every heart would melt in your presence.

Marcie L. Mayo
May 2004