Lord, give me a thankful heart,
one that is appreciative . . .
one that to all Your blessings
is attuned and sensitive.
... View MoreLord, give me a thankful heart,
one that is appreciative . . .
one that to all Your blessings
is attuned and sensitive.
Let it be a heart,
that sings its daily praise
let it be my heartfelt gratitude
that to You I earnestly raise.
Let me have a heart,
truly thankful for all things
no matter what in my life
You may choose to bring.
Let my heart flow with,
the rivers of Your peace
so my appreciation to You
I may continually release.
Lord, give me a thankful heart,
one that is steadily hopeful
let it be the heart of one . . .
who is to You truly grateful!
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1 Chronicles 16:34
”O give thanks unto the Lord;
for he is good; for his mercy
endureth for ever.”
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Deborah Ann Belka
The path of praise is paved,
with songs of joyousness
glorious hallelujahs
sung with thankfulness.
... View MoreThe path of praise is paved,
with songs of joyousness
glorious hallelujahs
sung with thankfulness.
Praise fills the hearts,
of those who seek the Lord
they sing salvation’s song
with gratitude in each chord.
Trusting voices raise offerings,
of praise and adoration
to their almighty God
they sing their admiration.
Faithful lips sing the words,
of devotion to their Savior
praising and thanking Him
for His grace and favor.
The path of praise is paved,
with hallelujahs galore
filled with joyous thankfulness
to the One who they adore!
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Psalm 135:1
“Praise ye the Lord.
Praise ye the name
of the Lord;
praise him,
O ye servants of the Lord.”
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Deborah Ann Belka
~ to GOD be the GLORY ~
Walk in wisdom,
with the understanding
the image of Christ
you're always reflecting.
... View MoreWalk in wisdom,
with the understanding
the image of Christ
you're always reflecting.
Be Holy Spirit filled,
by His power controlled
to the righteous way
keep, obey and uphold.
Walk in knowledge,
and never once doubt
so you may help others
who with faith are without.
For now is the time,
that we must redeem
so more soul's for Jesus
we can harvest and glean.
Walk in wisdom,
time nearer is drawing
when Jesus on clouds
for us will be coming!
~~~~~~~~
Colossians 4:5
Walk in wisdom toward
them that are without,
redeeming the time
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Walk in wisdom,
with the understanding
the image of Christ
you're always reflecting.
... View MoreWalk in wisdom,
with the understanding
the image of Christ
you're always reflecting.
Be Holy Spirit filled,
by His power controlled
to the righteous way
keep, obey and uphold.
Walk in knowledge,
and never once doubt
so you may help others
who with faith are without.
For now is the time,
that we must redeem
so more soul's for Jesus
we can harvest and glean.
Walk in wisdom,
time nearer is drawing
when Jesus on clouds
for us will be coming!
~~~~~~~~
Colossians 4:5
Walk in wisdom toward
them that are without,
redeeming the time
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Deborah Ann Belka
Lord, help me to make,
You my top priority . . .
let me in everything
seek Your authority.
... View MoreLord, help me to make,
You my top priority . . .
let me in everything
seek Your authority.
Help me to put You,
first and foremost
let Your Word be to me
my earthly guidepost.
Lord, help me to give You,
my full consideration
over the issues of life
without hesitation.
Help me to place You,
in the center of my thought
so that I may follow
everything You have taught.
Lord, help me to make You,
in my life supreme . . .
so my time on this earth
I may faithfully redeem!
~~~~~~~~
Ephesians 5:16
Redeeming the time,
because the days are evil.
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Deborah Ann Belka
Thank You Lord,
for loving me
for always being
here for me.
... View MoreThank You Lord,
for loving me
for always being
here for me.
For being the hope,
inside of me
for all the help
You give to me.
Thank you Lord,
for granting me
Your perfect peace
inside of me.
For taking my fears,
and giving me
a living faith
deep down in me.
Thank you Lord,
for saving me
for dwelling within
the soul of me!
~~~~~~~~
Psalm 136:1
O give thanks unto the Lord;
for he is good: for his mercy
endureth for ever.
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May the fruit of my lips,
produce many a praise
to God for His faithfulness
and His wondrous ways.
... View MoreMay the fruit of my lips,
produce many a praise
to God for His faithfulness
and His wondrous ways.
May my lips create music,
generate songs to sing
making a joyful noise
honoring my eternal King.
May the fruit of my lips,
deliver my thankfulness
with hearty hallelujahs
showing my gratefulness.
May my lips dance about,
jump with joy and delight
expressing to the world
hope found in His light.
May the fruit of my lips,
produce many a praise
may my gratitude to God
I forever raise!
~~~~~~~~~~~
Psalm 51:15
“O Lord, open thou my lips;
and my mouth shall
shew forth thy praise.”
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Deborah Ann Belka
Serene hearts,
quiet and peaceful
have a faith . . .
heartfelt and trustful.
... View MoreSerene hearts,
quiet and peaceful
have a faith . . .
heartfelt and trustful.
For they are sure,
God is in control
a truth that goes
deep into their soul.
Blissful minds,
happy and joyful
have a trust . . .
calm and restful.
For they know,
Jesus is near
and give to Him
all they fear.
Serene hearts,
minds blissful . . .
are those who are
eternally grateful!
~~~~~~~~~~
Psalm 33:21
For our heart shall
rejoice in him,
because we have
trusted in his holy name.
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Deborah Ann Belka
When for strength,
I am in want . . .
due to the fears
that my soul haunt.
... View MoreWhen for strength,
I am in want . . .
due to the fears
that my soul haunt.
To the Lord I turn,
for His calmness
so I may face them
with faith's boldness.
When my heart feels,
anxious and faint
it's on the Lord
I choose to wait.
With new confidence,
He fills me . . .
and from my fears
He sets me free.
When good courage,
I'm in need of . . .
I put my trust
in God above!
~~~~~~~~
Psalm 27:14
Wait on the Lord:
be of good courage,
and he shall strengthen
thine heart: wait,
I say, on the Lord.
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Deborah Ann Belka
When the fruits of repentance,
you start to produce . . .
the sinfulness in your life
will begin to reduce.
... View MoreWhen the fruits of repentance,
you start to produce . . .
the sinfulness in your life
will begin to reduce.
For, you'll no longer be,
to the world conformed
instead by Jesus' grace
you will be transformed.
When from your past sins,
you turn and walk away
your former thoughts and acts
will no longer be in play.
For, you'll have a new man,
living inside of you
and you'll no longer desire
the things you use to do.
When the fruits of repentance,
you start to generate . . .
the fruits of unrighteousness
will also start to abate!
~~~~~~~~
Matthew 3:8
Bring forth therefore
fruits meet for repentance.
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Deborah Ann Belka
By the grace in Jesus,
may you be strong
may you be empowered
all your life long.
... View MoreBy the grace in Jesus,
may you be strong
may you be empowered
all your life long.
Though there will be,
troubles all around
may you in His grace
over them bound.
By the grace in Jesus,
may your strength remain
may your faith in Him
you always retain.
For sufficient is His,
power and grace
to keep you running
in the faithful race.
By the grace in Jesus,
may you not be limited
for His strength for you
is abundant and unlimited!
~~~~~~~~
2 Timothy 2:1
Thou therefore, my son,
be strong in the grace
that is in Christ Jesus.
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Deborah Ann Belka
Weakness allows in us,
Jesus’ strength to flow
it makes us meek
so His power we’ll know.
... View MoreWeakness allows in us,
Jesus’ strength to flow
it makes us meek
so His power we’ll know.
It makes us proclaim,
when I’m weak I’m strong
it makes our faith firm
when trials come along.
Weakness allows in us,
Jesus’ grace to be
sufficient each day
for everything we need.
It helps us to endure,
the tests and the trials
for His grace is the key
to our spiritual vitals.
Our weakness keeps,
Jesus’ grace moving . . .
so His strength in us
can continue improving!
~~~~~~~
2 Corinthians 12:9
And he said unto me,
My grace is sufficient for thee:
for my strength is made perfect
in weakness. Most gladly therefore
will I rather glory in my infirmities,
that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
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Deborah Ann Belka
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