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Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence"

HE IS....

He is you Savior
That took your sins as His own
Shed His blood upon a cross
Your sins to atone.

He is your Lord
Above all other names is He
Only He can give you peace
Only He can set you free.

He is your Life-Giver
For he rescued you
He will be with you
In everything you do.

He is your Protector
Beneath His wings you'll find rest
Like a mother hen
Protects her chickens in her nest.

He is your Redeemer
You're not some homeless case
He offers you forgiveness
And His Eternal Grace!

Freda Fullerton
July 31, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence"

OVERCOMING FAULTY FAITH

Overcoming faulty faith
Get on your knees and pray.
God will supply your need
As you follow Him today.

Overcoming faulty faith
And the circumstances of the past
Keep an eye on the future
Knowing regrets will not last.

Overcoming fault faith
To God control release
Trusting Him with your troubles
And He will bring you peace.

Overcoming faulty faith
We all have doubts now and then
But He's the God of second chances
And gives us grace to begin again!

Freda Fullerton
July 30, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence"

 WHEN YOU'RE DRY

When you're dry of tears
And you feel all alone
Jesus is near by
And He claims you as His own.

When you're dry in faith
And strength shrinks in thee
Jesus is waiting in the wings
He will set you free.

When you're dry in dreams
And courage has shriveled up
And you turn your back on life
For you don't want to drink this cup.

When your dry of thankfulness
Remember Jesus went to the cross for you
For he loves you very much
And He will see you through!

Freda Fullerton
July 29, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence"

HE WILL

He will...
Keep his promises to you.
He will....
Bless you in all you do.

He will...
Answer your prayer.
He will...
Always be there

He will...
See all of your tears.
He will...
Help you conquer your fears.

He will...
Set you free.
He will...
Love you eternally!

Freda Fullerton
July 28, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence"

COUNT ON HIM

Count on Him
When the way is steep.
Cout on Him
His promises He'll keep.

Count on Him
For your every need
Count on Him
His will do heed.

Count on Him
For whatever you face.
Count on Him
He's your safe place.

Count on Him
He gave for you His Son.
Count on Him
Your victory is won!

Freda Fullerton
July 27, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's  "Every Day In His Presence"

KNOW GOD'S WILL

Know God's will
Is not a constant or struggle.
It will be certain
To make blessings double.

Know God's will
Is letting go of fear.
Let Him direct your path
Experience His presence near.

Knowing God's will
He will not stir you wrong.
Let Him choose the way
It will make your faith strong.

Knowing God's will
How can that be?
You pray for guidance
And let Him lead thee.

Freda Fullerton
July 26, 2017

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence"

FIRST

First...
Is Jesus with thee?
What concerns you most,
Is it eternity?

First...
Let Him your burdens bear
Get on your knees
Go to Him in prayer.

First...
Before country or friends
Jesus wants you
On Him to depend.

First...
Get your priorities in place
Let Jesus be your guide
In this human race

Freda Fullerton
July 25, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence"

THE CONSEQUENCES

The consequences of sin
Took Jesus to the cross.
He was willing to die
And counted everything as loss.

The consequences of arrogance
Is where this world is today.
They took God out of school
And won't let the children pray.

The consequences of disbelief
Makes lives hard to bear
There is no where to turn
And conflict everywhere.

The consequences hate
Is a high price to pay
For the bitterness and strife
We see in this world today.

The consequences of love
You treat others with care
You have a thankful heart
And see beauty everywhere!

Freda Fullerton
July 24, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence"
Today's poem was bit hard to write, as it hit too close to home!

MAKING EXCUSES

Making excuses
Is a habit you see
I don't want you
To put the blame on "me."

Making excuses,
"It's just a small sin."
And soon I'm knee-deep
In the mire I'm in.

Making excuses
Is a form of lie
I want my own way
And no questions why.

Making excuses
I now clearly see
I must look to God
And His grace to me.

Freda Fullerton
July 23, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence."

GRACE TO FORGIVE

Grace to forgive
Those that have hurt you so.
Grace to forgive
When you don't want to let go.

Grace to forgive
When the wounds are so deep.
Grace to forgive
When bitterness you keep.

Grace to forgive
No matter how angry you are.
Grace to forgive
Is better by far.

Grace to forgive
Sets the prisoner free.
Grace to forgive
You find that prisoner was thee.

Freda Fullerton
July 22, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence"

CALL OUT TO HIM

Call out to Him
When there's difficulties in your day.
Call out to Him
When there's obstacles in your way.

Call out to Him
When in the depths of despair.
Call out to Him
He will always be there.

Call out Him
When your strength is all gone.
Call ut to Him
When everything goes wrong.

Call out to him
When there;s trouble and woe
Call out to Him
He's your friend, not your foe.

Freda Fullerton
July 21, 2018

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Come sit a spell with God.
Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence."

TIME WITH HIM

Time with Him
Will relieve your stress.
Time with Him
When put to a test.

Time with Him
When days are hard and long
Time with Him
When everything goes wrong.

Tine with Him
Offer Him your praise.
Time with Him with Him
Will lighten your days

Time with Him
In every event.
Time with Him
Is time well spent.

Freda Fullerton
July 20, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from Today's "Every Day In His Presence"

PRAY FOR....

Pray for HOPE
It will keep you going each day
Nothing can defeat you
If you make  hope your stay.

Pray for FAITH
When there's no answer to prayer
God hears you
When it seems He's not there.


Pray for GRACE
God is so good, you see
He is constantly working
Behind the scenes for thee.

Pray for His WILL
This is the hardest prayer
We want control
But we need God's power.

Pray for PEACE
When we pray for this, you see
No mater what's happening
God gives it to thee.

Freda Fullerton
July 19, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence"


THE POWER OF GOD'S WORD

The power of God's Word
Is real in your life.
If you will take heed
It will free you from strife.

The power of God's Word
Will sustain your soul.
It is inspired,
Fulfilled, are the prophecies foretold.

The power of God's Word
It tells of Salvation, you see
A gift from God's hand
That will transform thee.

The power of God's Word
It is active and alive
Without it, no one
Could possibly survive!

Freda Fullerton
July 18, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's, "Every Day In HIs Presence."
Sometimes the world looks so BIG and we feel so small!

FEELING INADEQUATE?

Feeling inadequate?
You need not, you see,
For God's most adequate
And He'll prepare thee.

Feeling inadequate,
For what lies ahead today?
Know God's there to guide you
Every-step of the way.

Feeling inadequate
For what God has asked you to bear?
He knows your every weakness
For you, He does care.

Feeling inadequate?
Don't worry or stress
He created you...
And you... He will bless!

Freda Fullerton
July 17, 2017

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Today's poem was taken from today's :Every Day In His Presence"

FAITH TEST

Faith test...
Will come your way.
You'll be challenged
In some way each day.

Faith test...
Don't give up , see it through
God is not punishing
It's a growth opportunity for you.

Faith test...
Make a decision to believe
That God's working through you
Your fears to relieve.

Faith test...
There is no challenge, you see
That's too big for God
And His love for thee!

Freda Fullerton
July 16. 2018

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Today's poem was taken for today's "Every Day In His Presence"

YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE STRONG

You don't have to be strong
To be filed with faith
When you rely on God
And have patience to wait.

You don't have to be strong
To feel God's Presence in thee
He'll soothe all your doubts
He'll set you free.

You don't have to be strong
Or understand His ways
Just choose to believe
He's with all your days.

You don't have to be strong
For it is like this, you see
You serve a STRONG God
That is more POWERFUL than thee!

Freda Fullerton
July 15, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence"

READY FOR CHANGE?

Ready for change?
Most old people are not.
Change brings us stress,
We want things to stay as they ought.

Ready for change?
It will come any way.
We need to be prepared
For changes each day.

Ready for change?
It may be good, you see,
To get us out of our rut
It may set us free.

Ready for Change?
Welcome it as a friend
If we fight against changes
We won't win in the end..

Ready for Change?
God changes us each day
We're being transformed
As we follow His way!

Freda Fullerton
July 14, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Every Day In His Presence"
"In His Presence be silent...give Him time to respond"

BE SILENT BEFORE HIM

Be silent before Him
Of your time, give Him the choice.
Be silent before Him
Listen for His voice.

Be silent before Him
Do not do all the talking when you pray.
Be silent before Him
Meditate in silence each day.

Be silent before Him
Listen to what He has to say.
Be silent before Him
He will guide your way.

Be silent before Him
He listens before your words depart.
Be silent before Him
He knows what is in your heart!

Freda Fullerton
July 13, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Beside The Still Waters"

IN MY DARKEST HOURS

In my darkest hours
God sees my pain.
In my darkest hours
His peace I gain.

In my darkest hours
He sees all my tears.
In my darkest hours
He relieves my fears.

In my darkest hours
I feel His presence, you see.
In my darkest hours
He walks this path with me.

In my darkest hours
He's here through each night.
In my darkest hours
His light shines ever bright!

Freda Fullerton
July 10, 2018

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Do not be afraid, you are worth more than many sparrows.
Matthew 10:31
Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?
Matthew 6:27

WORRY

Worry...
Will undermine our faith.
Worry...
We will fail to see God's grace.

Worry...
About worldly thing and wealth.
Worry...
Weill be detrimental to our health.

Worry...
Is a waste of time.
Worry
Will confuse the mind.

Worry...
Will not set us free.
Worry....
Is not trusting God, you see!

Freda Fullerton
July 9, 2018

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Taken from (Our Daily Bread) This is my family, but we need church family as well.

WE NEED EACH OTHER

We need each other
We each need a smile.
We need each other
To hug and talk awhile.

We need each other
When there's pain and sorrow.
We need each other
Today and tomorrow.

We need each other
When we lose our way.
We need each other
To say it's "okay."

We need each other
When we're growing old.
We need each other
In a world that has grown cold!

Freda Fullerton
July 8, 2018

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Today's poem was taken from today's "Jesus Calling."

LISTEN FOR HIS VOICE

Listen for His voice
In the bird's sweet song.
Listen for His voice
When everything goes wrong.

Listen for His voice
In the quietness of the day.
Listen for His voice
As you walk along life's way.

Listen for His voice
When you're filled with sorrow.
Listen for His voice
He whispers, "there is a better tomorrow."

Listen for His voice
In the people that you meet.
Listen for His voice
It's the voice of VICTORY, not defeat!

Freda Fullerton
July 6, 2018

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This is me learning to fish. At almost 86, I'm still learning new things.
Today's poem was taken from today's "Jesus Calling"

MAKE LIFE AN ADVENTURE

Make life an adventure
Do something new.
Stop to see God's creation
Look for things to bless you.

Make life an adventure
Learn new things each day.
Make your journey pleasant
As you travel life's highway.

Make life an adventure
Paint a picture, write a book.
Be thankful for what you have
There's blessings everywhere you look

Make life an adventure
Give God control.
Know He has plans for you
Whether you are young or old!

Freda Fullerton
July 5, 2018

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Jim at Valley Forge
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THE 4th OF JULY
It's not about...
Fireworks and picnics, you see,
It's about...
Thankfulness for our liberty.

It's not about...
Having another holiday.
It's about...
Keeping tyranny at bay.

It's not about...
Barbecue's and beer
It's about...
Keeping our dear Lord near.

It's not about...
Family and fun.
It's about...
A victory we've won.

It's not about...
The beach or a parade.
It's about...
Patriots who were unafraid.

It's not about...
Any of these things, you see
It's about...
The sacrifice to keep this country free.

Freda Fullerton
July 4th, 2018

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SOMETIMES FAITH IS HARD

Sometines faith is hard
When you can't see your way.
Sometimes faith is hard
When we face pain each day.

Sometimes faith is hard
When we walk the path of grief.
Moments faith is hard
When life challenges your belief.

Sometimes faith is hard
When we have burdens to bear.
Sometimes with is hard
When we see evil everywhere.

Sometimes faith is hard
But God does understand.
So, when faith is hard
Hold to His Unchanging Hand!

Freda Fullerton
July 3, 2018